Chuckanut
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I really wanted to like the RAV4 Hybrid, but the back seats only folding to about 45 degrees or so unfortunately put it out of the running.
First, let me add my thanks to all who shared their thoughts. They really helped me focus on what was most important to me on this expensive purchase.
Mine fold farther than 45 degrees, perhaps to 30 degrees, I haven't measured it. But, you are right, they don't fold flat. OTOH, 40 mpg on a AWD small SUV can compensate for many imperfections. I figure the $800 extra for the Hybrid drive will have a payback period of under two years. Keep in mind I live in a high cost of gasoline state.
Driving through the Southern states and mid-West last year I could only marvel at gasoline prices anywhere from 75¢ to over $1 less than I pay at home.
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