Hybrid Suv reviews from Reddit
Summary
We analyzed 190 Reddit reviews across 14 subreddits and 57 posts to rank the best Hybrid Suv brands recommended by redditors, including communities like r/whatcarshouldIbuy, r/Toyota, r/hybrid, r/PersonalFinanceCanada, r/CarsAustralia. Top-rated brands include Toyota (4.3/5), Honda (4.0/5), Mazda (4.2/5).
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Reviews190
Subreddits14
Posts57
Brands19
Products79
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#1
Toyota
4.3
(88)
"The RAV4 is the most popular and retains value the best along with the Toyota reliability too."
"Love it with our 2019 Highlander Hybrid, makes towing our pop up camping trailer a breeze."
"RAV4 2019 to 2021 are even better"
"Quietest, nicest Toyota I’ve ever driven."
"The rav4 would holds its resell value the most."
"The RAV4 hybrid LTD is great on mileage & loaded."
"Wife has a 2024 Toyota RAV4 XLE Premium Hybrid and absolutely loves it."
"I have the rav4 hybrid (our 2nd) we are happy."
"RAV4 hybrid, hands down. Our 2020 has been bullet proof since new."
"Crazy good MPG, damn quick for what it is, looks good, the absolute most reliable option"
#2
Honda
4.0
(24)
"Hybrid CR-V is probably the strongest option. They're more reliable than the gas-only CR-Vs and are quite a bit nicer than the Rav4s."
"Car & Driver gives the Honda CR-V hybrid a 10/10."
"Honda crv"
"Definitely the crv hybrid."
"The new CR-V Hybrid is great for the money."
"CR-V and RAV4 are best options."
"Have heard great things about the new CR-v"
"My wife and I love it. It's not all-wheel drive but it does have a *snow-mode* and it worked great for us in the snow this year in the Midwest."
"My recs would be RAV4 then CRV or if you want the 3rd row a Highlander."
"So Crv or rav4 if you’re thinking hybrid."
#3
Mazda
4.2
(18)
"My favorite in the segment is the hybrid cx-50"
"I’d go with the CX-50. You can actually get them for under MSRP and they have much better driving dynamics than the RAV4 Hybrid."
"CX-50 would be my top choice"
"CX-50 hybrid (Toyota drivetrain in a Mazda CX-50)"
"My lead choice is the CX-50 for the interiors."
"Try a Mazda CX-50–it has the same hybrid system as the RAV4 with none of the cheap interior."
"I would go with CX-5 because it's 100% made by japan/mazda and is super reliable. Sadly CX-5 isn't coming with hybrid option. CX-50 hybrid has same hybrid tech than in Corolla Cross but things like interior, looks, driving experience are much better in Mazda."
"It has a historically very reliable hybrid drive train, mazda is basically buying the entire drivetrain from toyota, but it has a much nicer interior than the rav4"
"Mazda driving dynamics & interior with Toyota Hybrid power train."
"Check out mazda cx-50 hybrid (uses Toyota hybrid engine) and Mazda driving dynamics. Looks and feel way better than Toyota rav 4."
#4
Kia
3.9
(17)
"I think the kia niro is worth a look too."
"I also really like the kia niro also, it is all-hybrid with phev trims, competes with the prius on efficiency, more cargo space than your prius but not as bulky as a crossover"
"Kia Niro is pretty good."
"We drive a 2017 Sorento Sx+ and it hits all OPs requests other than hybrid."
"If you actually want a plug-in hybrid SUV under $40K, your choices are a Kia Niro, a Ford Escape, a Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV with a slight discount, or a used Toyota RAV4 Prime."
"Mid size electric SUVs: KIA EV5, Tesla Y, Xpeng G6"
"Not a SUV but better and looks nice too: Kia Carnival Hybrid."
"Kia Niro"
"Kia Sorento has been a great hybrid so far!"
"Kia Sportage is a good one."
#5
Ford
4.0
(10)
"Ford explorer is good. I love mine."
"Honestly, just buy a used Ford escape titanium hybrid for under 35k. They use the Toyota hybrid system so it's reliable."
"I'd also add the Ford Escape hybrid."
"I'd recommend considering the 2020 Ford Escape Hybrid."
"The 2021 Explorer is a bit larger and can be great if you need more space."
"2020 Ford Escape Hybrid"
"You could either get an Ford F-150 hybrid truck or a Toyota Sienna minivan hybrid."
"I think the Ford Escape Hybrid has the highest capacity at 5k lbs."
"The new 2020 Explorer hybrid piqued my interest."
"Also the new Explorer hybrid is interesting."
#6
Hyundai
4.0
(8)
"Tucson Ultimate HEV. Falls in line with the top end of your budget. Fully loaded, with all the requirements that you have (plus). Space is great for kids, with plenty of cargo space, and good leg room in the front, even with child seats in the rear. Great safety ratings for crash tests."
"If you’re looking for used, I think the tucson is a particularly good target because they depreciate more in the first few years than similar toyota/honda vehicles."
"Hyundai Kona!"
"Maybe also take a look at the Hyundai Tucson?"
"Santa Fe hybrid."
"I’ve got a ‘24 Tucson hybrid. Happy to answer any question. Very happy so far"
"2024 Hyundai Tucson Hybrid."
"I have a 23 Tucson hybrid and I like it for the most part."
#7
Subaru
3.8
(4)
"Runner-up of the hybrid forester."
"The Subaru Forester would meet most of your needs, has excellent visibility for shorter drivers"
"Subaru makes some pretty solid cars and ive had a good experience with mine. maybe check out a forester?"
"Also. While it won’t meet your mpg requirements. Don’t sleep on Subaru."
#8
Mitsubishi
4.3
(3)
"Mitsubishi outlander plug in hybrid comes with 200 000km warranty. 80km range on electric too iirc. No no gas if it’s all local miles, plus no worries about mechanical bills for a good while."
"I would get the outlander PHEV, affordable and well liked"
"PHEVs: BYD Sealion 6, Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV. they can do 80km on electric power"
#9
Volvo
4.0
(3)
"Volvo XC60 Recharge. They have huge deals on them right now since they’re not moving"
"The Volvo XC60 recharge which is a plug in hybrid"
"Volvo XC60 Recharge."
#10
BMW
4.0
(3)
"Great and the emotor is paired to the most reliable engine BMW has ever made"
"I am currently looking at bmw x3 35e and Mercedes GLC 350e both of them offer about 50km of electric range."
"BMW X5 xDrive45e (could just out of the pricerange)."
#11
Lexus
4.0
(3)
"Lexus NXh, Corolla Cross Hybrid"
"Just buy a Lexus. End of story."
"The Lexus was my favorite, but at the end of the day was j"
#12
Audi
4.0
(2)
"Go test drive a 2025 Audi Q5 e Premium Plus."
"Audi Q3 is also available in hybrid if you want something a little smaller, but more premium."
#13
BYD
4.0
(1)
"BYD Sea Lion 6 is where the hybrid techs are at."
#14
Tesla
4.0
(1)
"Mid size electric SUVs: KIA EV5, Tesla Y, Xpeng G6"
#15
Xpeng
4.0
(1)
"Mid size electric SUVs: KIA EV5, Tesla Y, Xpeng G6"
#16
Acura
4.0
(1)
"I’ve been eying the Acura MDX Hybrid, however they’ve been difficult to find."
#17
Volkswagen
4.0
(1)
"Volkswagen Tiguan eHybrid is pretty cool."
#18
Chevy
4.0
(1)
"If you go older, there's the Chevy Tahoe Hybrid and variants of that."
#19
H6
3.0
(1)
"H6 gt PHEV? Styling compromises the practicality somewhat and it’s good stupid amount of power and torque that really isn’t needed but 180km battery range is nice for a plug in"
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