Fuel efficiency and environmental consciousness are no longer just buzzwords; they’re driving forces in the automotive industry. Hybrid SUVs offer the perfect blend of power, performance, and eco-friendliness.
Whether navigating city streets or cruising down the highway, a hybrid SUV can take you there while saving you money at the pump and reducing your carbon footprint.
We’ve compiled a list of the top contenders for 2023, each offering unique features and benefits to suit diverse needs and preferences. From family-friendly options to luxury powerhouses, explore the best hybrid SUVs.
- 2023 Toyota RAV4 Prime
- 2023 Kia Sorento PHEV
- 2023 Alfa Romeo Tonale PHEV
- 2023 Bentley Bentayga Hybrid
- 2023 Hyundai Tucson Hybrid
- 2023 Porsche Cayenne Turbo E-Hybrid
- 2023 BMW XM
- 2023 Land Rover Range Rover PHEV
- 2023 Volvo XC90 Recharge T8
- 2023 Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV
2023 Toyota RAV4 Prime
Via Toyota
Specifications
- MSRP: $43,400 USD / $49,900 CAD
- Powertrain: 2.5L I4 + 2 AC Motors
- Power / Torque: 302 hp / 288 lb-ft
- Transmission: AWD
- 0-60 mph: 5.7 seconds
- Fuel Economy: 94 MPGe / 6.0L/100km combined
- Basic Warranty: 3 years / 36,000 miles
Our Take
The 2023 Toyota RAV4 Prime stands out thanks to its impressive electric driving range, with an EPA-estimated 42 miles of pure electric power. The RAV4 Prime’s efficient hybrid system offers a range of over 600 miles.
This Toyota SUV boasts a comfortable and spacious interior, making it perfect for families. It has advanced technology and safety features, ensuring a smooth and confident driving experience.
2023 Kia Sorento PHEV
Via Kia
Specifications
- MSRP: $51,300 USD / $57,000 CAD
- Engine: 1.6L Turbocharged I4 + AC Motor
- Power / Torque: 261 hp / 258 lb-ft
- Drivetrain: AWD
- 0-60 mph: 7.9 seconds
- Fuel Economy: 79 MPGe combined / 6.9L/100km combined
- Basic Warranty: 5-year/ 60,000-Mile
Our Take
The 2023 Kia Sorento PHEV blends practicality with a generous 32 miles of all-electric driving range, perfect for emissions-free commutes and errands. Its efficient hybrid system delivers an impressive 79 MPGe combined fuel economy.
The Sorento PHEV boasts a spacious and comfortable interior, and the available third-row seats up to seven passengers. Standard features include a 10.25-inch touchscreen infotainment system, a digital instrument cluster, and advanced driver-assistance features.
2023 Alfa Romeo Tonale PHEV
Via Stellantis
Specifications
- MSRP: $45,400 USD / $45,500 CAD
- Engine: 1.3L Turbocharged I3 + AC Motor
- Power / Torque: 285 hp / 347 lb-ft
- Drivetrain: AWD
- 0-60 mph: 5.5 seconds
- Fuel Economy: 77 MPGe combined / 3.1L/100km combined
- Basic Warranty: 4-Year / 50,000-Mile
Our Take
This sleek and stylish SUV combines Alfa Romeo’s signature design language with efficient hybrid technology. Its powerful PHEV turbocharged 1.3-liter engine, paired with an electric motor, delivers exhilarating driving dynamics and an EPA-estimated 30 miles of all-electric range.
The luxurious and modern cabin features high-quality materials and meticulous craftsmanship. The driver-centric cockpit features a 12.3-inch digital instrument cluster and a 10.25-inch touchscreen infotainment system.
2023 Bentley Bentayga Hybrid
Via Bentley
Specifications
- MSRP: $200,000 USD / $238,700 CAD
- Engine: 3.0L Turbocharged V6 + Electric Motor
- Power / Torque: 456 hp / 516 lb-ft
- Drivetrain: AWD
- 0-60 mph: 4.4 seconds
- Fuel Economy: 47 MPGe combined / 11.7L/100km combined
- Basic Warranty: 3-Year / 36,000-Mile
Our Take
The Bentley Bentayga blends superior performance, luxurious comfort, and fine craftsmanship. 461 horsepower and 590 pound-feet of torque are paired with its all-wheel drive and an eight-speed automatic transmission.
The 2023 Bentley Bentayga’s interior is a luxurious and exquisite work of art. The cabin features a cutting-edge infotainment system with a 10.9-inch touchscreen display, and it is fitted with the finest leather, wood, and metal components.
2023 Hyundai Tucson Hybrid
Via Hyundai
Specifications
- MSRP: $32,600 USD / $40,900 CAD
- Engine: 1.6L Turbocharged I4 + Electric Motor
- Power / Torque: 226 hp / 258 lb-ft
- Battery: 1.5-kWh Lithium-Ion
- Drivetrain: AWD
- 0-60 mph: 7.1 seconds
- Fuel Economy: 37 MPG combined / 6.4L/100km combined
- Basic Warranty: 5-Year / 60,000-Mile
Our Take
The Hyundai Tucson Hybrid does indeed drive as well as it looks. This compact SUV offers many technological amenities, drives smoothly, and gets good gas mileage. The Tucson hybrid has better acceleration than the gas-only version.
For the price, the Tucson Hybrid is an excellent choice because it provides more value than its rivals and comes with a top-notch basic warranty.
2023 Porsche Cayenne Turbo E-Hybrid
Via Porsche
Specifications
- MSRP: $146,900 USD / $200,957 CAD
- Engine: 4.0-L Twin-Turbocharged V8 + Electric Motor
- Power / Torque: 729 hp / 700 lb-ft
- Drivetrain: AWD
- 0-60 mph: 3.5 seconds
- Fuel Economy: 42 MPGe combined / 10.6 L/100km
- Basic Warranty: 4 years / 50,000 miles
Our Take
The 2024 Porsche Cayenne Turbo E-Hybrid is a performance monster disguised as a family vehicle. With 729 horsepower, thanks to its twin-turbocharged V8 engine and a potent electric motor, it boasts a jaw-dropping 0-60 mph acceleration of just 3.2 seconds.
But the Cayenne Turbo E-Hybrid also offers an impressive all-electric range of 28 miles, allowing you to run errands and commute without burning gas.
2023 BMW XM
Via BMW
Specifications
- MSRP: $159,995 USD / $218,752 CAD
- Engine: 4.4L Twin-Turbocharged V8 + Electric Motor
- Power / Torque: 644 hp / 590 lb-ft
- Drivetrain: AWD
- 0-60 mph: 3.6 seconds
- Fuel Economy: 73 MPGe combined / 17.2L/100km combined
- Basic Warranty: 4 years / 50,000 miles
Our Take
Our favorite thing about the 2023 BMW XM is how bold it is. It has a vast, intimidating grille that appears capable of sweeping aside any vehicle on the highway.
This extravagant SUV’s performance belies its 6,000-pound weight, and its roomy, high-quality cabin is sure to make an impression. The BMW XM’s ability to go up to 30 miles on electric power is an extra perk.
2023 Land Rover Range Rover PHEV
Via Land Rover
Specifications
- MSRP: starts at $107,400 USD / $149,009 CAD
- Engine: 3.0L Turbocharged I6 + 48-Volt Hybrid System
- Power / Torque: 395 hp / 406 lb-ft
- Drivetrain: AWD
- 0-60 mph: 5.5 seconds
- Fuel Economy: 51 MPGe / 11.3L/100km combined
- Basic Warranty: 4 years / 50,000 miles
Our Take
The 2023 Range Rover PHEV seamlessly blends the sophisticated luxury and off-road capability that the Land Rover brand is known for with the benefits of a plug-in hybrid powertrain.
The Range Rover PHEV boasts an impressive all-electric range of up to 62 miles, more than enough for most daily commutes and errands. This translates to significant fuel savings and a lower environmental impact.
2023 Volvo XC90 Recharge T8
Via Volvo
Specifications
- MSRP: $71,900 USD / $82,650 CAD
- Engine: 2.0L Turbocharged I4 + AC Motor
- Power / Torque: 455 hp / 523 lb-ft
- Drivetrain: AWD
- 0-60 mph: 4.5 seconds
- Fuel Economy: 58 MPG combined / 8.9L/100km combined
- Basic Warranty: 4-Year / 50,000-Mile
Our Take
The 2023 Volvo XC90 Recharge T8 is a technological powerhouse. It delivers an impressive electric range of 32 miles and an estimated 55 MPGe combined fuel economy.
Its sleek lines, sculpted surfaces, and signature LED headlights create a timeless Scandinavian aesthetic. The interior features high-quality materials, spacious seating for seven, advanced amenities, and safety features that give it a five-star safety rating from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration.
2023 Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV
Via Mitsubishi
Specifications
- MSRP: $40,345 USD / $44,198 CAD
- Engine: 2.4L I4 + 2 AC Motors
- Power / Torque: 248 hp / 332 lb-ft
- Drivetrain: AWD
- 0-60 mph: 6.5 seconds
- Fuel Economy: 67 MPGe combined / 7.4L/100km combined
- Basic Warranty: 5-Year / 60,000-Mile
Our Take
With its attractive combination of efficiency, practicality, and affordability, the 2023 Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV stands out among plug-in hybrid SUVs. For most daily journeys, you can drive it emissions-free thanks to its remarkable electric range of 24 miles. You’ll have plenty of power from its 2.4L gasoline engine for longer trips.
With room for seven people, plenty of cargo space, and a roomy and pleasant cabin, the Outlander PHEV is a practical marvel.
