I was in the same boat as you. I thought about getting the i4 LE instead of the hybrid. But having came from a Prius, the smart key was hard to give up. Not to mention the hybrid version is the only one with VDIM. The hybrid also had a standard 6 disc changer with JBL stereo and bluetooth. Compared to the i4 XLE that runs around $24k, the hybrid version, which i paid a hair over $25k for, was a relative bargain and saved a bit on gas too.

I'm paying more a month to finance my TCH, but I do not regret my purchase. I love the smoother, quieter ride. If asked if I would make the same decision again, my answer is a resounding yes.