The 9 Best Hybrid Cars Under $30,000

The 9 Best Hybrid Cars Under $30,000

With many governments worldwide continuing to adjust their targets for when to ban the sale of gas and diesel vehicles, sales of electric vehicles (EVs) will — at some point — overtake those of internal combustion engine cars.

Some analysts suggest that by 2040, most new cars sold globally will be electric. Given this scenario, it is only a matter of time before electric vehicles start dropping in price soon. Unfortunately, consumers still have a long way to go before prices stabilize across the electric vehicle industry. Buying a hybrid car may be the cheapest and greenest option for many looking to spend less.

According to Edmonds, without factoring in federal electric vehicle tax credits, the average transaction price for a new electric vehicle was $59,739 in January 2023. Fortunately, several hybrid electric vehicles are on the market that cost between $20,000 and $30,000.

According to Kelley Blue Book, the following nine hybrids give the best bang for your buck and feature plenty of tech and driver-assistance features, as well as comfortable cabins and stylish exteriors. With prices starting under $30,000, an affordable hybrid pickup truck is on the list.

1. Toyota Prius

Starting price: $27,450.

Fuel economy: 57 mpg city/56 mpg highway.

2. 2023 Kia Sportage Hybrid

Starting price: $27,490.

Fuel economy: 42 mpg city/44 mpg highway.

3. 2023 Toyota Camry Hybrid

Starting price: $28,355.

Fuel economy: 51 mpg city/53 mpg highway.

4. 2023 Ford Maverick

Starting price: $22,595.

Fuel economy: 40 mpg city/33 mpg highway.

5. Hyundai Elantra Hybrid

Starting price: $24,550.

Fuel economy: 53 mpg city/56 mpg highway.

6. 2023 Hyundai Sonata Hybrid

Starting price: $28,250.

Fuel economy: 50 mpg city/54 mpg highway.

7. Kia Niro Hybrid

Starting price: $26,590.

Fuel economy: 53 mpg city/45 mpg highway.

8. Toyota Corolla Hybrid 2023

Starting price: $22,800.

Fuel economy: 53 mpg city/46 mpg highway.

9. 2023 Toyota Corolla Cross Hybrid

Starting price: $27,970.

Fuel economy: 45 mpg city/38 mpg highway.