Best Hybrid SUVs Under $35,000

Best Approach to a High-Priced SUV Market

There’s no question that buying a new SUV today means you are going to have to contend with inflated prices. SUVs are increasingly popular vehicles and almost all of America appears to want at least one to use as the family car.

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However, to make the most of your money spent on a new SUV there is at least one sensible approach to ensure that you are getting your money’s worth. According to a recent Consumer Reports newsletter, “There are a few ways you can offset the inflated price of a new SUV. One is to buy a model with a track record of good reliability. Another is to buy a fuel-efficient model. And the best way is to buy a model that’s both reliable and fuel-efficient.”

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And that is what the latest news from Consumer Reports has to offer: Their selection of Hybrid SUVs that cover both reliability and fuel efficiency as a good option when it comes to buying a new SUV.

Hybrid SUV Recommendations

Using data from their tests and surveys from car owners, CR analysts have determined those Hybrid model SUVs that, “…will give you years of dependable service without gouging your wallet at the fuel pump.”

Listed below are their four recommended Hybrid SUV models available for less than $35,000 that not only rank well by their Overall Score criteria, but also come with many of the safety features today’s shoppers expect in a new car.

That said, here is a summary of four Hybrid models CR experts consider the best Hybrid SUVs you can buy for under $35,000. Please note that prices listed may vary depending on location.

CR’S TOP-RATED HYBRID SUVs UNDER $35K

1. Hyundai Tucson Hybrid 2023
Price Range: $31,350 - $44,760
CR MPG: Overall 35 / City 29 / Hwy 40 mpg
#3 of 24 Compact SUVs

2. Kia Sportage Hybrid 2023
Price Range: $27,490 - $43,190
CR MPG: Overall 36 / City 31 / Hwy 39 mpg
#6 of 24 Compact SUVs

3. Toyota RAV4 Hybrid 2023
Price Range: $28,275 - $39,530
CR MPG: Overall 37 / City 32 / Hwy 41 mpg
#8 of 24 Compact SUVs

4. Ford Escape Hybrid 2023
Price Range: $28,000 - $40,500
CR MPG: Overall 34 / City 30 / Hwy 38 mpg
#12 of 24 Compact SUVs

And finally…

For a more detailed breakdown of each listed vehicle to get the full picture of its pros and cons, be sure to visit the CR website. Note that while access to some information requires a CR membership, the potential savings make it negligible in comparison when looking for the latest information to aid your car buying research.

For additional articles important need-to-know info for potential Hybrid shoppers, here are a few recommended articles:

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• Best Hybrid Cars from Consumer Reports' Tests

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Timothy Boyer is a Torque News automotive reporter based in Cincinnati. Experienced with early car restorations, he regularly restores older vehicles with engine modifications for improved performance. Follow Tim on Twitter at @TimBoyerWrites for daily new and used vehicle news.

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