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The Top 10 "Green Cars" for 2010 are listed by Kelly Blue Book, the ultimate authority on all cars. The list has foreign and domestic autos, and measures "green cars" on the basis of fuel economy, carbon dioxide emissions, safety and "driving enjoyment". While the "green" rating of a automobile can be measured many ways, these are the green cars that Kelly Blue Book employees will likely be seen driving.

10 - Chevrolet Tahoe Hybrid

Anyone who calls hybrid cars "weenie" or "weak" needs to meet the Chevy Tahoe Hybrid. This hybrid can tow almost 3 tons with the heavy-duty engine and 22 mpg. That's not a fuel economy rating to write home about, but 6 mpg a lot more than the non-hybrid version.

Toyota Highlander Hybrid - #9

Though the company has faced recall problem after recall problem, Toyota cars offer some of probably the most well-tested hybrid technology. With seating for seven and 26 miles per gallon, the Highlander Hybrid is a family automobile. Standard all-wheel drive and multi-year reliability make it a good family vehicle choice without the pain at the pump.

8 - BMW 335d

Because it is a BMW, the 335d has creature comforts worthy of the BMW name. The 6-cylinder engine runs on diesel, so with 36 mpg highway and 27 mpg overall, the BMW 335d rivals some hybrids for efficiency.

Honda Fit : Number 7

At 31 mpg, the Honda Fit is listed above its better-mpg cousins because it is a lot more fun to drive. Environmental credibility doesn't mean the paddle shifters and powerful oomph aren't fun to drive.

6 - Ford Escape Hybrid

The Escape Hybrid, at 32 mpg, is a green ride that still has the room of an SUV. Built by SUV specialists at Ford, the Escape has lots of little touches that improve drivability. The perhaps controversial infotainment system is joined by integrated blind spot mirrors.

Mini Cooper - #5

The Mini Cooper is a large part of the Fiat family of vehicles. While the Mini E is being tested in some cities, just about everyone can get this minuscule green vehicle ride. This assumes that you are able to fit to the Mini Cooper, that is.

Volkswagen Golf TDI - #4

Volkswagen, originators of the high-efficiency diesel engine in mass market cars, has won again with the Golf TDI. With huge amounts of low-end torque and 34 mpg, this roomy beauty gives plenty of power to match the fuel economy.

Ford Fusion Hybrid - #3

Almost breaking the 40 mpg barrier, the Ford Fusion Hybrid gets a combined 39 mpg. An LCD gauge cluster is getting plenty of attention, but there is also plenty of room within the mid-size sedan.

2 - Honda Insight Hybrid

The Honda Insight is the least expensive hybrid vehicle available, and tops out at $23,810 for a fully-loaded 41 mpg vehicle. A decent audio system, voice-activated navigation, Bluetooth and more can make you forget that your ride is helping cut down on fuel usage, too.

Toyota Prius : Number 1

The grandfather and nevertheless champion of hybrid efficiency, the newest Toyota plug-in Prius gets 50 mpg. Solar-powered ventilation and other green technology gives this hybrid plenty of green cred - and the gas-assisted engine won't die out a third of the way through your road trip.