Yes, it's a conventional-looking Civic 4-door, just with the hybrid drivetrain. Motoring press claims it's MUCH more "user-friendly" than the Insight, but the Toyota is still ahead, with an overall better package.

Both Toyota and Ford will offer hybrid SUVs in 2004, and GM is also working on hybrid SUVs and pickups, mainly to improve the dismal SUV/pickup truck fuel mileage.

The next few years should be INTERESTING---!