Just picked up a 2007 pretty basic package w/ 65,000 miles. Higher mileage than expected for that year vehicle, but the commutes in AZ are not typically short. Subtracting Tax, tags, doc and buying the extended warranty, the car itself was $14,000. $16,000 otd, so not a bad deal all things considered. Bought as a commuter myself (About 70 miles a day), lots of idling on the highway. Get's roughly 32mpg, but I'm going over it this weekend, so it should get a little better after that. Running 89 octane for a few tanks to help clean the injectors. Running 1/2 bottle Lucas Oil injector cleaner approximately every other month. Going to check into changing out the intake to help with the mileage. I REALLY LIKE THIS CAR!

Note: Especially in colder parts of the country, make sure that you run 0w-20 oil. The lower viscosity helps the engine run more efficiently, this applies to all hybrids. Out here where it's hotter, I can be fine with 5w-30.

Other note: I get better mileage not using cruise control. The acceleration is too abrupt and it is pretty easy to feather the pedal to maintain a constant speed.

And another thing: Check with the dealer for service bulletins. There have been no recalls, but there have been several service bulletins that the dealership will cover.

Once more with feeling: The seats squeak, but I think that the original owner was a pretty big dude, so perhaps they have some additional wear. Going to try to get a leather interior from a newer model from LKQ.