Best Hybrid Luxury Sedans
Among the luxury sedans available today with hybrid powertrains, these are our favorites ranked from best to worst. This list includes luxury sedans of many sizes that offer either plug-in or conventional hybrid models. Car and Driver‘s rankings are arrived at from the results of our extensive instrumented testing of several hundred vehicles each year and from our expert editors’ subjective impressions gained in real-world driving. We've ranked the best hybrid luxury SUVs based on roughly 200 data points encompassing acceleration, handling, comfort, cargo space, fuel efficiency, value, and how enjoyable they are to drive.
Top Ranked Hybrid Luxury Sedans at a glance
1
2026 Bentley Flying Spur
10
/10
C/D RATING
Starting at
$250,000 est
EPA MPG
N/A
C/D SAYS: Anyone who says you can’t have both an ultimate luxury experience and sports sedan performance in one car hasn’t driven a 2026 Bentley Flying Spur. Learn More
2
2026 Porsche Panamera / Panamera E-Hybrid
9.5
/10
C/D RATING
Starting at
$115,350
EPA MPG
21 combined
C/D SAYS: The 2026 Porsche Panamera sits on the fence between SUV and sedan bodystyles while also providing the driving experience of a sports car. Learn More
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3
2026 Porsche Panamera Turbo E-Hybrid / Turbo S E-Hybrid
9.5
/10
C/D RATING
Starting at
$210,150
EPA Est. Range
27–28 miles
C/D SAYS: Few sedans can master the opposing tasks of luxury cruising and high-performance driving as well as the 2026 Porsche Panamera Turbo E-Hybrid. Learn More
4
2026 BMW 7-Series
9
/10
C/D RATING
Starting at
$100,850
EPA MPG
20–28 combined
C/D SAYS: The 2026 BMW 7-series is comfortable, quick, and serene, with a tranquil cabin and three peppy powertrains that move the lavish cruise ship with ease. Learn More
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5
2026 BMW 5-Series
8.5
/10
C/D RATING
Starting at
$61,350
EPA MPG
25–31 combined
C/D SAYS: The BMW 5-series is larger and more luxurious than ever, but that comes at the expense of some driving verve. Learn More
6
2026 BMW M5
8.5
/10
C/D RATING
Starting at
$125,450
EPA MPG
14 combined
C/D SAYS: The BMW M5 is the biggest and heaviest that it's ever been, but a 717-hp plug-in hybrid powertrain and balanced chassis keep it a pillar of the luxury sports sedan segment. Learn More
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7
2026 Mercedes-AMG C63
8.5
/10
C/D RATING
Starting at
$89,150
EPA MPG
20 combined
C/D SAYS: The Mercedes-AMG C63 is a hyper-modern missile, delivering ballistic performance with a sophisticated 671-hp plug-in-hybrid four-cylinder powertrain. Learn More
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8
2026 Mercedes-AMG E53
8.5
/10
C/D RATING
Starting at
$90,750
EPA MPG
24 combined
C/D SAYS: With a 604-hp plug-in hybrid powertrain and signature E-Class style, the Mercedes-AMG E53 sits at the intersection of speed and elegance. Learn More
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9
2026 Mercedes-AMG S63
8.5
/10
C/D RATING
Starting at
$191,050 est
EPA Est. Range
N/A
C/D SAYS: If a near-perfect blend of luxury and performance is the objective—and you can handle the mega price—the Mercedes-AMG S63 should be at the top of your shopping list. Learn More
10
2025 Lexus ES
7
/10
C/D RATING
Starting at
$43,315
EPA MPG
25–44 combined
C/D SAYS: The comfy and quiet ES pleases when kept to its luxury bona fides, despite Lexus trying to imbue some sport-sedan vibes. Learn More
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