Best luxury hybrid SUVs
Hybrid luxury SUVs
Check out the most popular used luxury hybrid SUVs with CarMax customers. Learn more about how our lists work.
1. Lexus UX 250h
CarMax owner rating
4.5
Pros
Excellent fuel efficiency Abundant technology features Compact and agile design
Cons
Sluggish acceleration Limited rear seating space Compact cargo capacity
2. Lexus RX 450h
CarMax owner rating
4.8
Pros
Luxurious interior Comfortable, spacious seating Plenty of exciting standard features
Cons
Disappointing cargo space Unintuitive controls Fewer features than the non-hybrid trims
3. BMW X5 Plug In Hybrid
CarMax owner rating
5
Pros
Pleasing hybrid powertrain setup Deluxe interior finishing Spacious for passengers and cargo
Cons
Roof pillar size causes driver blind spots Some rivals offer better small-item storage The wide-set door sills can be frustrating
4. Audi Q5 Plug-in Hybrid
CarMax owner rating
3
Pros
Spacious, comfortable interior Lots of high-tech features Some all-electric range
Cons
Doesn’t stand out as much as some rivals Distracting touchscreen interface Automatic transmission is sluggish on downshift
5. Mercedes-Benz GLC350E Plug In Hybrid
CarMax owner rating
4
6. BMW X3 Plug In Hybrid
CarMax owner rating
(not yet rated)
Pros
Refined hybrid powertrain Easy-to-learn infotainment system Spacious interior dimensions
Cons
Small exterior mirrors Dull interior styling
7. Acura MDX Sport Hybrid
CarMax owner rating
5
Pros
Packed with driver-assist features Simple, elegant, and roomy interior Speedy acceleration
Cons
Two-screen infotainment system can be confusing Adaptive cruise control takes some getting used to Not the greatest fuel economy, especially for a hybrid
8. Volvo XC90 Plug In Hybrid
CarMax owner rating
5
9. Volvo XC60 Plug-in Hybrid
CarMax owner rating
(not yet rated)
How we ranked this list
To create our "Best Of" lists, our analysts look at CarMax vehicle and sales data over a recent 6-month period, from December 2023 through May 2024. Looking back over a 6-month period allows for the highest sample size possible while also providing up-to-date pricing information. Some articles may include data points with lower sample sizes.
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Range figures are based on EPA estimates for when vehicle sold as new and assume a full battery charge. Range will vary based on things like battery age, vehicle condition and history, driving and charging habits, accessory use, and driving conditions. Battery capacity may decrease with time and use. See fueleconomy.gov for more info.
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