There aren’t a lot of options in the 30-plus-mpg/under-$30,000 hybrid SUV market. Actually, just the Ford Escape Hybrid and the Mercury Mariner Hybrid fit the bill. Kelsey Mays put a front-wheel-drive Mariner through its green paces and came away with mixed feelings. If you’re an outdoorsman, make sure to also check out our Weekend Athlete’s take on the hybrid compact SUV.