As a MKZ Hybrid owner, I have come to love this car. I previously owned a Prius C4. Now the Prius C4 got 50mpg and this one routinely gets 39 - 42. However, there is an unequivocal difference between the two from a style, size, and quality standpoint. To the original post, depending on the usage, route, and braking you can be in electric mode quite a long time. Also, there is an amazing feeling when you take your foot off the gas at about 80 and the car goes into electric mode...