The 2009 Toyota Camry Hybrid MSRP starts at $25,650…

…while the invoice price is $23,474 for this car which gets over 10mpg above fully gas-powered Camrys, has a 0% emissions rating runs as high on equipment and luxury as the Toyota Camry XLE.

What are consumers really paying for this exciting hybrid Toyota? Are people paying the Toyota Camry Hybrid MSRP - or higher - simply for the car’s environmental perks and gas pump dollar advantages? Are Toyota dealers taking advantage? Riding market trends - keeping the price high above invoice? For more information on sale price options beyond the Toyota Camry Hybrid MSRP at your local dealership, visit the Toyota Camry Quote Page

What price for freedom from emissions?

It turns out that in some cases, car buyers are paying for their Toyota Camry Hybrid MSRP - or higher. According to Kelly Blue Book, the Toyota Camry Hybrid MSRP including destination charges and fees is $26, 010. Camry Hybrid owners on Edumuds.com rave about the car, and many boast mpg numbers well above the average described for this popular Toyota model. Bloggers from the Union Of Concerned Scientists mention that since demand for hybrid vehicles is high, prices will stay high until supply - and perceptions - catch up.

It’s not easy being green…

…but there are incentives and tax rebates that may help offset that Toyota Camry Hybrid MSRP. Your state or region may have plans to give back to those who pay to do their part to curb emissions costs.  For example, in Westchester County, New York, owners of hybrid electric vehicles are allowed to park for free in two county-owned commuter lots - normally a monthly cost of $75.00. Pennsylvania is offering a $500 rebate to those who purchase a new hybrid vehicle. - and Illinois offers $1000 for same! Check your region to see if there’s help for your environmentally friendly wallet and the cost of that looming Toyota Camry Hybrid MSRP.