Best Hybrid SUVs for Families
Choosing a hybrid SUV for your family can help you maximize interior space and practicality without compromising on fuel efficiency. 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 SUVs for families based on roughly 200 data points encompassing acceleration, handling, comfort, cargo space, fuel efficiency, value, and how enjoyable they are to drive. The vehicles listed here represent multiple segments and size classes, including compact SUVs, mid-size SUVs, and luxury SUVs.
Top Ranked Hybrid SUVs for Families at a glance
1
2026 Honda CR-V Hybrid
10
/10
C/D RATING
Starting at
$37,080
EPA MPG
N/A
C/D SAYS: The 2026 Honda CR-V Hybrid takes the inherent goodness of the CR-V compact SUV and adds a polished hybrid powertrain for increased efficiency and performance. Learn More
2
2026 Hyundai Palisade Hybrid
10
/10
C/D RATING
Starting at
$45,760
EPA MPG
29–31 combined
C/D SAYS: The mid-size 2026 Hyundai Palisade SUV Hybrid makes its debut sharing the same all-new boxy styling and premium feature updates as the nonhybrid model. Learn More
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3
2026 Toyota Grand Highlander Hybrid
9.5
/10
C/D RATING
Starting at
$46,505
EPA MPG
27–36 combined
C/D SAYS: The 2026 Toyota Grand Highlander Hybrid SUV is bigger inside than the standard Highlander and offers a satisfyingly strong powertrain not available on the shorter version. Learn More
4
2026 Toyota Land Cruiser
9.5
/10
C/D RATING
Starting at
$59,095
EPA MPG
23 combined
C/D SAYS: The 2026 Toyota Land Cruiser SUV is smaller and more efficient than its predecessor but can still hold its own off-road. Learn More
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5
2026 BMW X5 Hybrid
9
/10
C/D RATING
Starting at
$76,650
EPA MPG
22 combined
C/D SAYS: The BMW X5 Hybrid brings all the luxury and sportiness of the regular X5 with a plug-in hybrid powertrain for increased fuel efficiency. Learn More
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6
2026 Hyundai Santa Fe Hybrid
9
/10
C/D RATING
Starting at
$38,000
EPA MPG
34–36 combined
C/D SAYS: With three rows of seats and excellent fuel economy, the 2025 Hyundai Santa Fe Hybrid is a no-brainer SUV for family buyers looking to save on fuel. Learn More
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7
2026 Mercedes-Benz GLC350e Hybrid
9
/10
C/D RATING
Starting at
$61,450
EPA MPG
25 combined
C/D SAYS: The 2026 Mercedes-Benz GLC-Class Hybrid SUV is a plug-in that can go an impressive 54 miles on electricity alone, but it's not as impressive when the charge runs out. Learn More
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8
2026 Toyota Crown Signia
9
/10
C/D RATING
Starting at
$45,985
EPA MPG
38 combined
C/D SAYS: If you want a Lexus on a Toyota budget, take a look at the 2026 Crown Signia, which deftly blends luxury and affordability. Learn More
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9
2026 Volvo XC60 Hybrid
9
/10
C/D RATING
Starting at
$62,545
EPA MPG
28 combined
C/D SAYS: Read our 2026 Volvo XC60 Hybrid review for information on ratings, pricing, specs, and features, and see how this SUV performed in our testing. Learn More
10
2026 Volvo XC90 Hybrid
9
/10
C/D RATING
Starting at
$77,595
EPA MPG
27 combined
C/D SAYS: The 2026 Volvo XC90 T8 Hybrid SUV is still satisfying after many years thanks to important quality-of-life updates. Learn More
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