The hybrid car market is growing rapidly, and a lot of new hybrid cars entrees are seen. This article will tell you about the best hybrid cars for 2018 along with their features.
One of the latest developments in automotive technology are hybrid vehicles. Today, you will find many hybrid cars and SUVs in the automobile market. These are the best fuel-efficient vehicles running on roads, without compromising on engine power and comfort of travelers. These machines run on a system which employs the functioning of both an internal combustion engine as well as an electric motor.
Chevrolet Volt
Chevrolet Volt is an excellent choice in respect to its safety features, and performance. It makes an appealing option for the customers. It has attractive exteriors, but a little cramped rear space.
- Front Wheel Drive
- 5 seating capacity
- 1.5-liter 4-cylinder Engine
- 18.4 kWh lithium-ion battery
- 149* horsepower
- Mileage (Combined): 106* and 53* miles in single charge
- Basic Price: USD 34,095*
Chrysler Pacifica Hybrid
Chrysler Pacifica Hybrid is complete family minivan. It has impressive interiors, enhanced safety features, and reliable performance ride. All-in-all a complete package.
- Front Wheel Drive
- 7 seating capacity
- 3.6-liter Pentastar V6 engine, two electric motors
- 260* horsepower
- Mileage (Combined): 84* and 33* miles in single charge
- Basic Price: USD 41,995*
Toyota Highlander Hybrid
Toyota Highlander Hybrid comes with amazing fuel efficiency, and at an affordable price for a SUV range. Toyota is associated with safety and reliability, and this car is surely an example of it.
- All Wheel Drive
- 7-8 seating capacity
- 3.5-liter V6 DOHC, and three electric motors
- 306* horsepower
- Toyota Safety Sense – Pre-Collision System with Pedestrian Detection, Lane Departure Alert with Steering Assist
- Mileage (Combined)*: 28
- Basic Price: USD 36,670*
Acura MDX Hybrid
Acura MDX Hybrid is luxury mid-size SUV. It gives a power packed performance, and has impressive safety features.
- All Wheel Drive
- 6-7 seating capacity
- 3.0-liter V6, SOHC i-VTEC engine, and three electric motors
- 321* horsepower
- Vehicle Stability Assist with Traction Control and Motion Adaptive Steering and Lane Keeping Assist System
- Mileage (Combined)*: 27
- Basic Price: USD 51,960*
Chevrolet Malibu
Chevrolet Malibu is one of the best hybrid cars in the mid-size car range. It gives an incredible mileage and great safety features starting at affordable prices.
- Front Wheel Drive
- 5 seating capacity
- 1.8-liter 4-cylinder engine, and a pair of electric motors
- 124* horsepower
- An exclusive Driver Efficiency Gauge feature which provides a feedback on driving habits affecting fuel economy
- Mileage (Combined )*: 46
- Basic Price: USD 28,750*
Honda Accord Hybrid
Honda Accord Hybrid has remarkable mileage which cannot be neglected. It has stylish exteriors and stunning interiors. It has also got great safety features.
- Front Wheel Drive
- 5 seating capacity
- 2.0-liter 4-cylinder engine, and an electric motor
- 212* horsepower
- Collision Mitigation Braking System and Road Departure Mitigation System, a Honda Sensing feature
- Mileage (Combined)*: 48
- Basic Price: USD 29,605*
Toyota Prius
Toyota Prius has scored so well in terms fuel economy, safety, reliability and stunning interiors. All the above features makes Prius a must-have car.
- Front Wheel Drive
- 5 seating capacity
- 1.8-liter 4-cylinder ECVT Hybrid engine, and two electric motors
- 121* horsepower
- Toyota Safety Sense – Pre-Collision System with Auto High Beams and Full-Speed Dynamic Radar Cruise Control
- Mileage (Combined)*: 54
- Basic Price: USD 24,685*
With these latest offerings in the hybrid category, the automobile manufacturers are surely seeking opportunities to build cleaner and greener cars.
(*Prices, horsepower and mileage may vary according to the different regions)