Hi Cowboy!,
As of 3/28/05, I'm still in a waiting mode. I plan on getting my first Hybrid sometime in 2007. As you may know Toyota is going to start selling two new Hybrids this year. Next month the Lexus and later this year the Highlander. The last article I read, indicated that both will reach 41.9 mpg. That seems a bit much, but time will tell I guess. I'm waiting for Toyota to come out with the Sienna sometime around 2007. It's projected to reach 40 mpg. I too own a Jeep Grand (Limited), which I purchased in 1999. I have a little over 47,000, only because I was still driving my main car to work which was a 1983 Volvo, which had over 210,000 miles. Recently I filled up my Jeep and reached the best gas mileage yet. I got 24.5 mpg. My best on the open road has been nearly 25 mpg. The sticker when I purchased my Jeep was 16 city and 21 highway. I must admit I cheat a little. During the summer time ( I live on the Mississippi Gulf Coast), I runmy a/c for just long enough to cool the inside of my jeep, then just use the fan, or crack a window. I also use my moonroof. During the winter months, which aren't that cold, I keep my heater on again just long enough to warm the inside, then just use the fan. I know this wouldn't work in areas of the country where it gets realy hot or cold. But If I decide to get the Sienna, I know based on my passed driving habits, I can out do the EPA sticker. The same with the Highlander, or any other car for that matter. I hope this helps you.
Bob