Best Hybrid SUVs That Cost $35,000 to $45,000

In addition, there are now numerous plug-in hybrids (PHEVs) that let you drive solely on electric power for 30 to 40 miles (or more) but still offer the long-distance range and ability to fill up at any gas station as a conventional hybrid.

In short, there’s no reason not to consider a hybrid . . . unless you like buying more gasoline than you have to.

Below we present the best hybrid and PHEV SUVs that cost $35,000 to $45,000 that we’ve tested, ranked by their Overall Score, which factors in road-test performance, owner satisfaction, predicted reliability, and safety. Overall Scores change over time as new information, such as reliability data, becomes available. The model pages always reflect our latest ratings.

All of these models come standard with automatic emergency braking (AEB) with pedestrian detection, AEB that operates at highway speeds, blind spot warning (BSW), and rear cross traffic warning (RCTW) unless noted otherwise. Most carry our Green Choice designation, which highlights the vehicles with the cleanest emissions.

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