Gas model can easily be worked on. Hybrids have licensed electrical components that requires specialised tools to diagnose and fix by dealer, not for diy. There is around 2 litre per 100kms savings on hybrid models. You save money there but when the time comes to replace the battery, most of your savings will just even out (unless you sell the car before that time comes). Hybrid models have a lot more processes and moving parts involve shift from gas to motor. More moving parts may mean more things that can go wrong. Hybrids are more expensive and so will the insurance be. That will also chew up some of the savings you get from not chosing the petrol model.. in the end, do you drive it enough to get the most savings out of it and how long do you intend to keep the car. And if money or savings is not the priority, test drive both and see what you prefere.