On the week he died, Jesus came into Jerusaluem on a donkey. If it were today, valid arguements could probably be made it would be:
- A compact
- A rental
- Mass transit
- A bike or motorcycle
If others offer other suggestions, I'm certain it would be consistent with the above list as a modest form of transport not intended to draw attention.
One of the strongest themes of Jesus was
not seeking the approval of others be your motivation - just do the right thing and forget yourself. In other words, don't buy status symbols - things that build you up.
Just got back from a ski-trip and discussed the topic of what people drive and why they pick them. A good case could be made that status symbol vehicles (what ever they are) are driven by the most insecure of people. It's a lot easier to have heathy self-esteem, than to get things and achievments to impress others. Wtihout getting into a lot of Scripture, I'm sure Jesus could find some who drive a hybrid just as narcisstic and self-absorbed as a Hummer driver.
Before seeing this thread, the thought crossed my mind that the most effective fuel-saving measure would be if the public drive what they need in a utilitarian manner without the ego entering the vehicle choice. That's what Jesus would do.