Plug-in hybrids, also known as plug-in hybrid electric vehicles or PHEVs, generally have a larger and more powerful battery than their non-plug-in hybrid counterparts, enabling them to operate entirely on electrical power like a purely electric vehicle that has no gas engine.
Second-best: Chevy Volt is gone, so here are the plug-in hybrids with the longest range
- 2019 BMW i3 REx. EPA electric-only range: 126 miles.
- 2020 Karma Revero GT. EPA electric-only range: 61 miles.
- 2019 Honda Clarity Plug-In Hybrid. EPA electric-only range: 48 miles.
- 2020 Hyundai Ioniq Plug-In Hybrid.
Best Hybrid Sedans
- 2020 Honda Insight. The Insight returned to the market just last year and immediately became our top-rated hybrid car.
- 2020 Toyota Camry Hybrid. In its super-efficient LE trim, the Camry Hybrid returns excellent fuel economy for a midsize hybrid sedan.
- 2020 Honda Accord Hybrid.
- 2020 Toyota Avalon Hybrid.
Best Hybrid and Electric SUVs for 2020
- #1 2020 Toyota RAV4 Hybrid.
- #2 2020 Chrysler Pacifica Hybrid.
- #3 2020 Hyundai Kona EV.
- #3 2020 Toyota Highlander Hybrid.
- #5 2020 Ford Escape Hybrid.
- #6 2020 Honda CR-V Hybrid.
- #7 2020 Kia Niro.
- #7 2020 Subaru Crosstrek Hybrid.
The Japanese automaker has temporarily stopped production of the Subaru Forester and Subaru Crosstrek, its second- and third-most popular American models, respectively. If the production shutdown continues, the automaker could eventually face shortages of vehicles at U.S. dealerships.
- What is a Hybrid Car?
- #1. Chevy Volt.
- #2. Honda Clarity Hybrid CVT 2WD.
- #3. Toyota Prius C Hybrid Automation 2WD.
- #4. Honda Accord Hybrid CVT 2WD.
- #5. Kia Optima Hybrid PHEV 2WD.
- #6. Hyundai Ioniq Hybrid Automatic 2WD.
- #7. Toyota Camry Hybrid Automatic.
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owns Lexus and Toyota. And it has a stake in Subaru and Suzuki. Volkswagen Group owns Audi, Bentley, Bugatti, Lamborghini, Porsche, and Volkswagen.Subaru offers two versions of the Crosstrek: the regular one and the Hybrid. The Hybrid comes with a plug-in hybrid version of the Crosstrek's 2.0-liter four-cylinder engine. The result is an EPA-estimated all-electric driving range of 17 miles.
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration gave the 2020 Crosstrek an overall safety rating of five out of five stars. The Crosstrek earned five stars in the side crash test and four stars in the frontal crash and rollover evaluations.
How Much Does the 2019 Subaru Crosstrek Cost? The 2019 Subaru Crosstrek range begins at a Manufacturer's Suggested Retail Price (MSRP) of $21,895. Add the $975 destination charge and we're talking $22,870 for a base 2.0i model with the manual transmission. The automatic (CVT) option is an extra $1,000.
Plug-in hybrids may drive for 10-50 miles using only electricity before they start using gasoline, and can then drive for about 300 miles (depending on the size of the fuel tank, just like any other car). Most electric vehicles are currently capable of about 100 miles of driving before they need to be recharged.
Like other Subaru vehicles, the 2019 Crosstrek comes standard with a spare tire.
2019 Subaru Crosstrek vs.Its Competition
- 2019 Subaru Crosstrek.
- 2019 Chevrolet Trax.
- 2019 Honda HR-V.
- 2019 Hyundai Tucson.
- 2019 Jeep Renegade.
- 2019 Mazda CX-3.
The 2019 Subaru Crosstrek has a rugged but still family-friendly appeal that many drivers will be attracted to. While it does not have a powerful engine or get a top-notch fuel economy, the vehicle is user-friendly and provides drivers with solid off-roading capabilities.
The best electric SUVs of 2020
- 2020 Jaguar I-Pace. $69,850 from Edmunds.
- Audi E-Tron. $75,795 from CarsDirect.com.
- Tesla Model X. $86,190 from CarsDirect.com.
- Hyundai Kona Electric. $38,310 from CarsDirect.com.
The secret to the Crosstrek Hybrid is something Subaru calls its StarDrive system. It integrates two electric motor-generators — one that acts as an engine starter and generator, one that powers the vehicle in hybrid and EV driving modes and acts as a generator during deceleration (employing regenerative braking).
13 Most Fuel-Efficient 3-Row SUVs for 2020
- 3) 2020 Mitsubishi Outlander: 27 mpg | $24,895 | USN Overall Score: 6.2/10.
- 2) 2020 Ford Explorer Hybrid: 28 mpg | $52,280 | USN Overall Score: 7.2/10.
- 1) 2020 Toyota Highlander Hybrid: 36 mpg | $38,200 | U.S. News Overall Score: 8.1/10.
Plug-in Charging
You can charge the Crosstrek Hybrid at home using the included charger, or anywhere with a standard outlet. When plugged in to a 120V household outlet (Level 1), the Crosstrek Hybrid can take approximately five hours to fully charge a fully depleted battery.For 2020, Subaru adds a rear-seat reminder, automatic door locks, and two additional USB ports to the Crosstrek Hybrid's standard features list.
In most cases, buying a plug in hybrid is a smart financial choice. This is for two reasons. First, there is the federal tax credit of up to $7,500. In many instances, this credit can make the purchase price between a plug in hybrid and a gas powered car identical.
For 2016, the vehicle formerly known as the Subaru XV Crosstrek has shed the "XV," becoming known simply as the Subaru Crosstrek. But the upgrades between 2015 and 2016, though not massive, amount to much more than a simple name adjustment.
For many people wondering if hybrid cars are worth it, the answer is probably not. The reality is that in most cases, hybrid cars end up costing you more money than buying a gas powered car. Better fuel efficiency means fewer trips to the gas station, which means you save money.
Can be Expensive: The biggest drawback of having a hybrid car is that it can burn a hole in your pocket. Hybrid cars are comparatively expensive than a regular petrol car and can cost $5000 to $10000 more than a standard version. However, that extra amount can be offset with lower running cost and tax exemptions.
With not only great EPA ratings but also some of the best results in our real-world testing, this Subaru is among the most fuel efficient of subcompact crossovers. Out on our 200-mile highway fuel-economy test route, a Crosstrek with the CVT delivered an impressive 32 mpg while the manual model delivered 31 mpg.
The most fuel-efficient Subaru sedan is the 2019 Subaru Impreza, which is also available as a hatchback. You can also check out the 2019 Subaru Legacy mpg ratings, which top out at 34 highway mpg, or finance a 2019 Subaru BRZ that can return up to 33 highway mpg.
In general, cars equipped with 2-wheel drive get better gas mileage than models that use all-wheel drive or 4-wheel drive. There's a reason: AWD or 4WD cars have to send power to each of the vehicle's wheels, which requires extra energy. AWD cars also offer worse gas mileage than 2WD rivals because they're heavier.
Subaru Gives First Look at Electric Crossover It Will Build with Toyota. Subaru said during a technology briefing in Japan that it will bring an electric vehicle to market before 2025, jointly developed with Toyota. Subaru plans to have 40 percent of its global sales be hybrid or electric vehicles by 2030.
Figuring out an MPGe rating is a little more complicated. Since engines that use an alternative source of fuel can't be measured by liquid gallons of fuel, the MPGe rating is calculated by figuring out the number of miles a vehicle can go using the same energy content as a gallon of gas.
The Subaru 2016 Crosstrek 2.0i has a Manufacturer's Suggested Retail Price (MSRP) of about $22,500 with destination charge. The top-line 2.0i Limited starts at about $26,000 – with options, it can climb to about $28,500.
In our Subaru Crosstrek, we put the back seats down, and moved the front seats as far forward as able. In the Crosstrek, there's a very uncomfortable bump where it splits from trunk to seat. It's almost impossible to sleep comfortably. It absorbs the bump and still allows a flat surface to sleep on for DIY car camping.
