The Camry Hybrid has similar trim options to the XLE model. The current MSRP for it is only ~$200 more than the 2.4L model which has the same size gas engine while getting +12City/+3Hwy mileage. It is possible to get much better mileage than EPA numbers with it. I usually get +14/+6 or more without having changed my driving habits significantly. To get 30/38 mpg requires going to a smaller vehicle.

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The terrain will have a large impact on the mpg of a hybrid. Surprisingly some of the best I've gotten is in the mountains. Nothing is going to get good numbers going up and the hybrids use none coming down. Long gentle grades aren't the best. Going from school to home & back (~100 miles ea. way) I get about 43 highway going & 41 returning.

Edit 2: I was looking at the base price. For comparably equipped vehicles the Hybrid is cheaper than the 2.4L XLE.