11 best hybrid cars

Review of the best according to the editorial board. On the selection criteria. This material is subjective and does not constitute advertising and does not serve as a purchase guide. Before buying, you need to consult with a specialist.

Hybrid vehicles combine the operation of an internal combustion engine and an electric motor to reduce emissions and fuel consumption. The combined system can work with alternating switching on of power plants, or by starting them simultaneously, for example, in all-wheel drive versions. We have selected the best hybrid cars based on characteristics and user reviews, which will help you choose the most suitable one for your purposes.

Rating of the best hybrid cars

Nomination	a place	Name of product	price
The best hybrid coupe cars	1	BMW i8	RUB 10,750,000
The best hybrid sedan and liftback cars	1	Porsche Panamera 4 E-Hybrid	RUB 8,766,000
	2	Audi A6 Hybrid	–
	3	Toyota Camry Hybrid	RUB 2,050,000
	4	Toyota Prius	RUB 2,322,000
	5	Hyundai Ioniq Hybrid	RUB 1,775,000
	6	Chevrolet Volt	–
Best hybrid crossovers	1	BMW X5 xDrive45e	RUB 5,500,000
	2	Lexus NX 300h	RUB 229 7680
	3	Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV	RUB 948,000
	4	Kia Niro Hybrid	RUB 1,525,000

The best hybrid coupe cars

The two-door models have a sporty look as well as a clear headroom and are suitable for city driving or long trips for two. Due to their compact dimensions, the gasoline engine and battery for the electric motor can be located in the front under the hood or in the rear in the trunk, which reduces the storage space.

BMW i8

Rating: 4.9

The model has been produced since 2014 and looks very aggressive and futuristic. The design features huge tapered “nostrils” and two-lens headlights. The body has a concave part in the middle and flared rear wheel arches. The roof of the compartment can be folded and unfolded, which buyers like in reviews – in the summer you can ride around the city with a breeze, and in bad weather you can hide from the rain and cold. The car has a lithium-ion battery with a capacity of 11.6 kW / h, which powers the electric motor. The total power of the hybrid is 231 hp. The engine uses a turbine, and the chassis can distribute torque to all 4 wheels.

The main feature of this car is the hybrid power plant belonging to the latest generation. It can accelerate to 100 km / h in just 4.4 seconds. To save the user from danger, the developers have set an electronic speed limit of 250 km / h, but the motor still has potential, so the internal combustion engine can be chipped with sports firmware. The originality of the above characteristics is that they are shown by an engine with a volume of 1.5 liters, built in a row configuration with three cylinders.

Advantages

• aggressive look;
• the ability to fold the roof;
• fuel consumption 2.5 l;
• high aerodynamics;
• leather interior;
• battery capacity 11.6 kilowatt-hours.

disadvantages

• high cost – from 11.5 million rubles;
• only two seats;
• ground clearance 117 mm;
• luggage compartment volume 100 liters.

The best hybrid sedan and liftback cars

Sedans and liftbacks are practical for your daily commute or vacation commute. They have a more spacious interior and luggage compartment. Here is a list of hybrid models for this vehicle type.

Porsche Panamera 4 E-Hybrid

Rating: 4.9

In this category, the first place is a hybrid liftback from the German concern Porsche. The car is endowed with a 2.9 liter gasoline engine, as well as an electric motor, which in total give out 330 hp. In the reviews, cars are praised for the smoothness and maneuverability possible due to the robotic transmission. All-wheel drive is available in any configuration of the hybrid vehicle. The car is especially stable in corners thanks to a wheelbase of 2950 mm. Due to the smooth streamlined body shapes, the developers managed to achieve a low coefficient of aerodynamic drag – 0.30 cW. The electric motor is powered by a battery with a capacity of 14 kW / h. The maximum speed by car is up to 278 km / h.

Our experts included the car in the review of the best because of the spacious interior. It can easily accommodate 5 people, while leaving another 405 liters for the luggage compartment. All this is possible due to the long and wide body of 5049×1937 mm, the parameters of which many station wagons can envy. If you are looking for a hybrid car that features increased space inside, then this is definitely the Panamera 4 E.

Advantages

• presentable design;
• the presence of all-wheel drive;
• fuel consumption 2.5 l;
• trunk for 405 liters;
• battery capacity 14 kW / h;
• 5 seats in the cabin.

disadvantages

• ground clearance 133 mm;
• high cost – from 8 million rubles;
• the warranty is only 2 years and does not depend on the mileage.

Audi A6 Hybrid

Rating: 4.8

In second place is the hybrid sedan from Audi in the A6 model. The car is remarkable for its menacing look, exuding confidence. This is facilitated by a ribbed hood, bi-xenon headlights looking “from under the forehead,” an impressive radiator grille. The hybrid unit includes a 2.0-liter internal combustion engine producing 211 hp and a 40 kW electric motor with a small 1.3 kWh battery. Combined operation consumes 6.2 liters of gasoline per 100 km. Without a gasoline engine, a car can drive 3 km on electric traction. The increased power is provided by the presence of a turbocharger. The toxicity class corresponds to Euro-5. Owner reviews show that a hybrid combination of engines only helps for a quiet departure from a private home, so as not to wake up the children. The rest of the car is operated as usual with a gasoline engine.

This hybrid car is the best in climatic comfort. It has an air conditioner divided into four service zones, each of which can be adjusted individually.

Advantages

• wheelbase 2912 mm;
• large fuel tank for 73 liters;
• toxicity class Euro-5;
• there is an electric power steering.

disadvantages

• ground clearance 163 mm;
• gasoline consumption 6.2 l;
• energy reserve in the tank is 1.3 kW / h;
• small trunk 375 liters.

Toyota Camry Hybrid

Rating: 4.7

Third place in the category for the Japanese sedan from Toyota. The Camry model was so popular with customers that the company released a hybrid version. The car has a 2.5 liter gasoline unit with a capacity of 154 hp. He is assisted by a 105 kilowatt electric motor powered by a 6.5 kWh battery. The total consumption of gasoline is 5.9 liters. The owners' reviews show that electric traction is connected only in the city at low speeds (1-30 km / h), therefore, only the internal combustion engine operates behind the settlement on the highway and gasoline consumption increases to 6.2 liters.

This hybrid car is the best in body strength. Behind the metal are additional stiffeners that protect people, helping to maintain the size of the cabin under external pressure. On the contrary, separate zones are left empty to absorb impacts, without harm to those inside. The security system automatically locks the doors when driving to prevent anyone from accidentally falling out. After a stop or collision, the doors unlock on their own.

Advantages

• battery capacity 6.5 kW / h;
• there is an electric power steering wheel;
• telescopic steering wheel adjustment is possible;
• the interior air temperature is displayed.

disadvantages

• ground clearance 155 mm;
• small luggage compartment 371 liters;
• gasoline consumption 5.9 liters.

Toyota Prius

Rating: 4.6

And here is another hybrid model from Toyota, but already in the back of a liftback. Toyota The Prius is powered by a 1.8L gasoline engine that generates 99hp. It works in tandem with a CVT variator and transmits torque to the front axle. When driving at low speeds, an electric motor with a power of 53 kilowatts is connected, powered by a 1.3 kW / h battery. As a result, about 3 liters of fuel are spent per 100 km of travel around the city. The developers have created a hybrid liftback with a very streamlined shape, which received a drag coefficient of 0.24 cW.

This hybrid model stands out for its smooth ride due to the thoughtful suspension. It is constructed on independent elements with double wishbones. The damping system is configured for less pavement bumps and greater driving pleasure. This is a good option for operation in small towns or towns with bad roads.

Advantages

• maximum speed up to 180 km / h is possible;
• ecological class Euro-6;
• the electric motor develops a torque of up to 163 Nm;
• convenient foot parking brake.

disadvantages

• small battery capacity 1.3 kW / h;
• ground clearance 136 mm;
• some do not like the latest generation design.

Hyundai Ioniq Hybrid

Rating: 4.5

The Korean company Hyundai has also developed its own hybrid liftback to boost sales. The Ioniq Hybrid is available with a 1.6-liter petrol engine producing 105 hp. The transmission is represented by a 6-speed robotic gearbox. The car is driven by front wheel drive. An electric motor with a power of 32 kW is also capable of transmitting rotation to it, receiving power from a 1.6 kW / h battery. In view of this, the electric traction is low, and develops a torque of up to 170 Nm. In the urban cycle, a car spends 3.4 liters of fuel. But officially, this hybrid model is not supplied to Russia, so you can buy a liftback only by going to a neighboring country for it yourself or ordering it from ferrymen.

Despite the middle class of the car, the hybrid equipment with electronic devices surpasses even the premium sedans. For example, there is adaptive cruise control (ACCS), which not only maintains the speed set by the driver, but also keeps the specified distance to other vehicles. If necessary, the car itself slows down or accelerates, orienting itself in the situation on the road using sensors.

Advantages

• LED running lights;
• the maximum speed is 185 km / h;
• ecological type belongs to Euro-6;
• bi-xenon headlights.

disadvantages

• front-wheel drive only;
• ground clearance 140 mm;
• small battery capacity;
• the electric motor generates only 32 kW.

Chevrolet Volt

Rating: 4.4

This hybrid model is available for the European and US markets. In 2015, it was named the best-selling hybrid car and became a global bestseller. The car has a futuristic look with a disguised grille. The power plant contains a 1.5 liter gasoline engine with 101 hp. and a powerful electric motor of 111 kilowatts, which is powered by a large battery with a capacity of 18.4 kW / h. Fuel consumption for combined operation is 5.6 liters per 100 km. The transmission here is a continuously variable type with a CVT variator. The owners in the reviews praise the power of the electric motor, which allows it to develop torque up to 370 Nm. But it will take 13 hours to charge the battery to 100%.

Compared to other hybrid versions in this review Chevrolet, the Volt is notable for the ability to drive 85 km on pure electric traction. Compared to electric cars, this is not enough, but for hybrids this figure is quite large. Even if you forgot to refuel, everyday trips around the city and nearby villages will not fail, because you can always recharge the battery in the garage or in the supermarket parking lot and move on.

Advantages

• battery capacity 18.4 kW / h;
• up to 5 years warranty;
• steering wheel with a change in gear ratio;
• regenerative braking system.

disadvantages

• not officially sold in Russia;
• small trunk 300 l;
• ground clearance 120 mm.

Best hybrid crossovers

Crossovers are suitable not only for use on the highway, but also off the road, for example, for fishing trips, hunting or forest walks. High ground clearance and the presence of all-wheel drive allows you to freely get out of a steep ravine or overcome loose earth, sand, gravel. For lovers of such cars, manufacturers offer the following hybrid versions of well-known models.

BMW X5 xDrive45e

Rating: 4.9

The legendary German crossover X5 from BMW is available with a hybrid power plant in the back of the F15 and F85. The output of the electric motor is 83 kW, and it is powered by a battery with a capacity of 9.2 kW / h. Together with it, an internal combustion engine with a volume of 2.0 liters, generating 245 hp, functions. The car is equipped with all-wheel drive. The power unit consumes 3.3 liters of gasoline per 100 kilometers. Owners in the reviews love the 8-speed automatic ZF with a new processor that instantly responds to pressing the gas pedal. They also always say about this car that it “goes like on rails” because of its clear directional stability. This is possible thanks to a variety of electronic systems and a wheelbase of 2933 mm.

We singled out this car as the best luggage compartment size. Typically among hybrid cars, boot capacity always suffers as a large battery needs to be accommodated. But here the manufacturers were able to place it under the second row of seats, so the storage compartment for things is 650 liters. If the backs are folded, you get 1870 liters.

Advantages

• ground clearance 209 mm;
• total consumption 3.3 l;
• toxicity class Euro-6;
• electric range of 31 km;
• excellent directional stability;
• fully charged from the mains in 4 hours.

disadvantages

• high cost – from 4.7 million rubles;
• reduced battery capacity 9.2 kWh.

Lexus NX 300h

Rating: 4.8

In second place in the category of hybrid SUVs is a crossover from the Japanese company Lexus. The NX300h has been around since 2017 and features a spindle-shaped radiator grille, narrow headlights and muscular body features. The hybrid unit consists of a 2.5-liter gasoline engine with 155 hp and an electric motor with 105 kW. The total power of the unit is 190 hp. When driving at low speed, the car uses a rear-wheel drive powered by electricity. After reaching 40 km / h, the car switches to work from the internal combustion engine, which transmits torque to the front-wheel drive. When increased cross-country ability is needed, then both units are involved at once. Fuel consumption for combined operation is 5.5 liters. The owners in the reviews praise the sound insulation of the hybrid car, the external sounds of which are not audible even when driving on a gasoline engine.

Our experts liked the model because of its equipment with technical innovations, one of which is the contactless opening of the trunk. To do this, slide your foot under the rear bumper. But this will only work if there is a key card nearby.

Advantages

• inside one of the largest screens 10.3 inches;
• enlarged touchpad for finger control without taking your attention off the road;
• there is a plug-in all-wheel drive system;
• ground clearance 185 mm.

disadvantages

• gasoline consumption 5.5 liters, which is a lot for hybrid vehicles;
• almost no power reserve (just to accelerate).

Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV

Rating: 4.7

Mitsubishi's popular Outlander SUV is also available in a hybrid version of the PHEV, which is powered by a 2.0-liter engine with 121 hp. and an electric motor 60 kW. The battery capacity is 6 kWh. The crossover can move on all-wheel drive, and the clearance of 190 mm allows you to conquer not only tracks with asphalt, but also dirt roads, fields, curbs. The model is produced on 18 inch aluminum wheels. The electric range is enough to cover 60 km. The owners in the reviews are pleased that it will take 5 hours to fully charge the battery from a 220 V network with current characteristics of 2.7 kW / h at 12 A.

In our opinion, the hybrid crossover is one of the best in terms of fuel consumption, which is 1.9 liters per 100 km. Even in premium Panamera and X8 it reaches 2.5 liters. Improved efficiency was achieved due to longer travel on electric traction, which turns off only after 55 km / h, which prolongs the operation of the electric power plant and increases the resource of the gasoline engine.

Advantages

• The timing belt works with a chain, not a rubber belt;
• toxicity class Euro-5;
• charging time to 100% is 5 hours;
• electric power steering.

disadvantages

• no support for manual gear shifting;
• for the price of 2.5 million rubles. there is no heating of the washer nozzles.

Kia Niro Hybrid

Rating: 4.6

With the advent of the “automobile fashion” for hybrid cars, KIA released its version. The car is equipped with a 1.6-liter gasoline engine that produces 105 hp. It is connected to a robotic transmission that transmits torque to the front-wheel drive. Instead of a gasoline unit, an electric motor with a power of 44.5 kW can come into operation. It takes charge from a 9.9 kWh battery. If the fuel runs out, the hybrid will be able to drive 42 km on electric traction. The crossover comes with full LED optics and light sensor. The roof has an adjustable electric sunroof. There are 7 trim levels in total, where the Touring variant stands out with an increased trunk of 100 liters.

This hybrid modification from the Korean manufacturer also leads the review in terms of gas mileage – it consumes only 1.3 liters per 100 kilometers. In terms of combustion, this is the most economical hybrid. Another clear advantage of the crossover is the full charging time with standard station parameters of 2.5 hours. Judging by the reviews, some users in the city generally manage to do without gasoline when there are parking lots and 220 V gas outlets near work.

Advantages

• excellent directional stability;
• ecological class Euro-6;
• rear view camera and monitor 8 inches;
• electric range is 42 km;
• there are heated and ventilated front seats.

disadvantages

• front-wheel drive only;
• small trunk 324 liters in five trim levels;
• there is no rain sensor even in the most expensive configuration;
• small ground clearance for SUVs 160 mm.

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Attention! This rating is subjective and does not constitute an advertisement and does not serve as a purchase guide. Before buying, you need to consult with a specialist.