Can I buy a Hybrid Car that also burns E-85?

Question

If not, why not?

Answer 1

Not yet.

GM and Ford haven't adapted E85 engines to hybrids yet, but they have announced various hybrid cars that will have Flex Fuel engines in the next few years (future versions of the Saturn Vue hybrid and the Ford Escape Hybrid).

Answer 2

Ford has at least prototyped an escape hybrid that runs on E-85.  Not sure if/when it hits the streets.

Answer 3

Great question, and yes they are on the way. (So, not yet is still the right answer).  Saab claims to be the first that will bring these to market.

From the Saab website:

"We are proud to present an innovative hybrid concept based on pure bioethanol. The Saab BioPower Hybrid Concept is a showcase of new technology that you may see in future Saab cars. Everything is neatly packed into a Saab 9-3 Convertible.

The hybrid concept includes a further development of our existing BioPower technology. By using 100% bioethanol the engine can produce even more power. At the same time fossil fuel emission is reduced to zero.

By coupling the turbo-charged engine with a battery-charged full hybrid drive system the car can deliver stunning performance and mileage.

The Saab BioPower Hybrid Concept is the world’s first hybrid vehicle without fossil fuel emission. "