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The Greenest Car of 2024 Isn’t an EVTop 10 Used Hybrid Vehicles
If you’re looking for a fuel-efficient vehicle to bring down your cost of commuting, check out these top 10 used hybrid vehicles.
Changing Times
Right now, if making fewer trips to the gas station would be number one on the list, a hybrid may be the right choice. Today’s hybrids bring up-to-date technology, reliability, and even an extended warranty. You also don’t need to give up comfort, utility, or a fun-to-drive personality. There are options for sport-oriented models and even competent SUVs.
Today, the average purchase price of a new vehicle is around $41,000, and gas prices in parts of the country are over $4 a gallon. But consumer searches for used hybrid vehicles proves that times are changing, especially when getting an economical vehicle to resume the long commute to work. Consumers are looking for lower cost vehicles that will pay for themselves in fuel savings. So, let’s check out some used hybrid options for you that will help lower your short-term costs and extend your long-term value.
Toyota Highlander Hybrid AWD
Toyota’s Highlander Hybrid is capable of getting 27 mpg city and 28 mpg highway with a range of up to 598 miles. This three-row midsize SUV is an excellent example that all hybrids aren’t econoboxes. With features like tri-zone climate controls, captain’s chairs, and a remote tailgate, plus many more convenience items, the Highlander Hybrid is an excellent choice for families. Its AWD and 0-60 time of 7.6 seconds also makes it enjoyable on and off the road.
Kia Niro EX Premium Hybrid
The Kia Niro is able to reach 110 mpg in the city and 99 mpg on the highway with a range of 560 miles. The Niro’s stylishly normal looks show that compact and sub-compact hybrids don’t have to yell, “I’m saving the environment!” And its available leather interior, Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, plus power seats and dual-zone climate controls show you don’t have to give up convenience for a hybrid form. This Kia Niro hybrid can give you everything with the latest driver-assist options, technology, high miles-per-gallon, and an extended warranty.
Honda Insight LX
The Honda Insight hybrid may not be the size of an SUV, but competitors find it hard to beat its combination of cargo space, economy, performance, and Honda quality. The Insight reaches 41 mpg in the city and 44 mpg on the highway with a total ranger of 435 miles. Unfortunately, Honda decided to dump some typically standard features off onto the options list, leaving many interiors looking uncharacteristically bare bones for a Honda. You’ll find automatic climate control on a typical Insight, and upper trims are equipped with Bluetooth, a USB connection, navigation, and a higher quality audio system.
Toyota Prius V
While it’s not unusual to find a Toyota Prius with well over 170,000 miles, you can still find a used Prius with less than 70,000. That leaves you a substantial amount of life for your daily commuter. The Toyota Prius gets 44 mpg in the city and 40 mpg on the highway with a range of 488 miles. Plus, since the Prius V is a wagon, it has excellent seating for five and a massive – for its size – cargo area. In addition, the Prius V is known for its reliability, high efficiency, and controlled driving character. Its interior is full of technology, with features like an infotainment touchscreen and navigation. Sit inside, and you’ll find that its upscale cabin has the feel of a more expensive Toyota. So, move its stubby gearshift and enjoy your commute.
Toyota RAV4 Hybrid
If the Highlander hybrid is too big and the Prius too small, then check out a used Toyota RAV4 hybrid. It might be just right for you. In hybrid form, the RAV4 is able to get 44 mpg in the city and 40 mpg on highway with a range of 474 miles. The RAV4 still offers standard all-wheel drive and a powerful drive train with 194 horsepower. It also provides efficiency, living space, and capability while putting up some very impressive mpg. In addition, the RAV4 hybrid has Toyota’s driver-assist features that include lane-keeping assist, adaptive cruise, and automatic braking. The only complaint against the RAV4 is that it’s not the best handling vehicle, but then again, it’s an SUV and not a sports car. So, we still love it as a used hybrid vehicle.
Chevrolet Volt
The Chevy Volt joined us in 2011 and was significantly updated in 2016. The second-gen Volt has a larger battery that allows up to 53 miles without dipping into the 1.5-liter 4-cylinder power. If you run out of battery, the engine kicks on and sends you along your way while charging up the battery. When both power sources are combined, you can get 113 mpg in the city and 99 mpg on the highway with a range of 420 miles. The Volt isn’t just about efficiency though. You’ll also have convenience and luxury features, including a Bose Audio system, Apple CarPlay, Android Auto, and leather interior. Used Chevrolet Volts offer tremendous value for the money as a very comfortable and safe daily driver.
Kia Optima Hybrid
When looking for used hybrid vehicles, you may have noticed that high gas mileage can also come with lightweight construction and lower quality interiors. Slam the door of some earlier Prius models and you’ll see what we mean. However, Kia doesn’t skimp on the quality of its Kia Optima Hybrid interior. You get the same features and quality you see in a regular Optima and also reap the benefits from higher fuel mileage. Since it’s a traditional family sedan, you don’t lose any of the comfortable ride and handling that this model’s known for. Plus, the list of standard features is long. You’ll get dual-zone climate controls, leather, and an Infinity sound system. Best yet, the cooled glove box is included. On the fuel efficiency front, the Optima Hybrid gets 34 mpg city and 39 mpg on the highway with a range of 619 miles.
Ford Fusion Hybrid
The Ford Fusion hybrid may give up some performance to the Kia Optima hybrid, but gains a considerable fuel mileage increase and a very smooth and quiet powertrain. The Fusion in hybrid form can get 44 mpg in the city and 41 mpg on the highway with a range of 554 miles. The only complaint we have is Ford‘s older version of its SYNC infotainment system inside used Ford Fusion hybrids. Compared to what it is today, the older SYNC-type system is slow to respond and confusing to navigate. But at least you’ll be comfortable in the interior with the excellent front and rear seats. Ford’s material quality and fit of the interior are some of the best in this class.
VW Jetta SEL Hybrid
In the compact hybrid vehicle class, the Volkswagen Jetta hybrid is near the top in performance. Its turbo-4-cylinder and electric motor churn out a hefty 170 horsepower that’s sent to the front wheels through a sport oriented seven-speed dual-clutch transmission and helps it get 42 mpg in the city, 48 on the highway, and a range of 524 miles. It’s also not ashamed to roll fast through the corners and loves being tossed around like its non-hybrid VW Jetta brothers. Although its exterior isn’t the most stylish, the interior is comfortable and filled with the latest tech. Its 5-inch touchscreen is responsive and provides controls for the Fender audio system. In the SEL, you’ll also get a sunroof, power driver’s seat, and other premium features.
Hyundai Sonata Hybrid
Hyundai’s Sonata hybrid will impress you with its interior and engine performance before it wows you with its efficiency. However, even at 36 mpg city and 40 mpg highway, it still does an excellent job compared to its gas-powered brother. Its interior has the latest technology like a 7-inch touchscreen with navigation and user-friendly controls for climate and audio controls. And although it’s not officially a sports sedan, the Hyundai Sonata hybrid handles corners well and soaks up any irregularities it encounters along the road. Although it doesn’t have the best hybrid mpg, it’s still a worthy and comfortable choice.
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