BEST Hybrid SUVs To Buy For 2025

[@ChilledNurse]

I bought a cx50 hybrid a few days ago. One huge reason was that the rav4 hybrid specs I wanted were still in build phase and would have to wait months while my trade in depreciates more and more. This was available now, has Toyotas proven hybrid system, and has the shell of the cx50 that’s been out for 2-3 years so some gremlins have been ironed out since its introduction. Paid in full. Loving it.

[@billyrock8305]

How’s your back? Those seats are brutal on long trips. (30+ mins)

[@ChilledNurse]

@ I have the half cloth half leatherette seats, they’re comfy to me. The leather seats are much harder, imo. Look nice though.

[@clayboard69]

@@ChilledNurse i test drove the hybrid which had the 1/2 and 1/2 seats and they were good...I'd avoid the leather.

[@robertschneider2189]

The only problem is that Toyota/Lexus is playing games with inventory making products unavailable to keep prices high. Dealers are ripping off the public. Hyundai gives a long warranty because you will need it. They make a great product, but I question the company's ethics.

[@RahShanProductionsMTU]

Exactly, makes me not want to do business with them.

[@cold5tone]

My local Toyota and Honda dealers owned by the same group Both ripping people off unreasonably, with unnecessary repairs and rudest customer service. Happened to 2 of my close friends. I went into to get a ford escape hybrid. But ended up getting a maverick hybrid. Better service and got a bit of a discount, no up sell what so ever. Happy with my vehicle so far.

[@Gopinathk17]

I got my 2024 Rav4 Hybrid XLE for $2500 below MSRP here in MA.

[@cold5tone]

@@Gopinathk17excellent

[@mikej238]

No, if you WANT IT NOW! you will pay. If you aren't impatient you can get it for MSRP even if you pay cash. Leave a deposit and wait.

[@craignovy2090]

Simply excellent! These are the best 12 minutes one could spend before shopping.

[@10tenman10]

I like your list. Can't go wrong with any purchase on the list.

[@rt61256125]

I am considering 2025 Honda CRV hybrid . How reliable is the hybrid CVT transmission ? Thanks.

[@dkrawk8309]

Oh it's amazing!!! I mean they've been out for couple of months, but surely we can state that crv cvt is bulletproof Like seriously???

[@gsnt4597]

it's not a CVT it's a ECVT big difference

[@dkrawk8309]

@gsnt4597 lmao!!!!!! Is that right???

[@mohammadzakirulislamkhan1143]

Last week I bought 2025 Honda CRV hybrid sport touring. Excellentfor interior and exterior, Also, available in honda dealership.

[@StayGold_MrsE]

There are 2 major recalls on the Honda Crvs and I was just about to buy. The gearbox worm wheel part was manufactured incorrectly causing the steering issues that make the steering stick and could not be steered at all worst case which is dangerous, but now they have the high pressure fuel pump cracks that can leak and cause fires! I watched a video 10 days ago of a 2025 Honda CRV sport hybrid touring, the exact model and color I was ready to go out and buy cash the last 2 weeks but hesitated due to these recalls and after I watched this guy's video where his caught fire driving a few miles away from where I live and then burned to the ground I was shocked. The video was up for a 9 days and I went to show it to my husband the evening that I watched it and it said that KZbin had removed the video because the account was terminated. Then I was searching and someone else had downloaded that guy's video and did a whole video of his own on a car lot showing all the ones that are in the Honda graveyard in back of a dealership with signs that say DO NOT SELL because of the recalls. They're not able to sell these vehicles and he said he has skin in the game because his wife drives one and he's pissed off about this fuel pump danger. Just to add insult to injury I watched the video last night of some Honda mechanics that were showing the process they have to go through to see if they can recreate the error code for the fuel pump and they literally attach the vehicles to a machine and let them idle overnight for 13 to 14 hours!! I'm not paying $45,000 for a brand new car that has been idling for 14 hours straight. If I could I would kick Honda in the balls for this because I LOVE that CRV and now I'm stuck on pause:(

[@E.Z.Walker3693]

I like the Honda styling but high theft rate

[@NickK-e8s]

Honda CR-V Hybrid Starting MSRP $35.000

[@SenecaRaine]

I hate that I want a heated steering wheel and 360 camera.... In the USA. So many options go down the drain there. I don't get it.

[@brp-CA]

Similar thing happened to me in the past with memory and ventilated seats.

[@bhumikbhakta846]

You should look into the Kia. The SX Prestiges trims offer both as a part of the model. I am in the process of buying one myself.

[@ladame5611]

Honda all the way! I have a 2011 Accord with 215k miles and still runs as smooth as any new vehicle out there.

[@alwaysboatin659]

Appreciate the video. I so want the CX 50, but no heated steering wheel or rear seats! And I feel no ventilated front seats. Huge miss on their part.

[@marlyseg.]

I hv a Toyota Corolla Cross Hybrid since 4 yrs, I'm enthusiast!

[@NaturDeutschland123]

Could you please review or compare compact Cross over segments? mazda cx30 and honda zrv and lexus ux etc. Thanks

[@oudomkeo]

Owned Hyundai Tucson for the last 7years, no issue whatsoever!

[@mansoormirza9583]

I have shortlisted three 1-2 years old Suv brands but am having hard time deciding the right one. 1. Audi Q4 eTron 2. Ford Mustang Mach-e 3. Tesly Model Y. All of them are in the same proce range. Any advice, thoughts?

[@eurasian73]

Get the Tesla Model Y. I own one as well as a 2024 Model 3. Compared to the others you’ve considered, Tesla by far has the best range and best charging networks, making it more convenient on long trips.

[@christinemoore6675]

What about the Kia Niro? 53.mpg and 5 yr warranty? Curious what you think of that one.

[@mng519]

I just got a niro. That mpg claim is bogus. Definitely NOT getting 53 mpg. Seems like half that.

[@benjaminl.dallaire9890]

Please do an evaluation of the Volvo V60 and V90

[@susanmeredith4957]

Can you compare feature to feature for top models on the Toyota, Mazda and CRV? I think Honda and Mazda are lacking features on their top models, Toyota comes loaded with.

[@brucescheidt9017]

I recently purchased a 2024 Santa Fe Hybrid and have mixed emotions . The vehicle is very comfortable but the MPG is no where near the advertise number. I am getting 27/28 MPG. Only slightly better than my 2019 Volvo XC60. I am getting just under 26. The info system seems nice but not can be frustrating. Example, the default screen that has the map displayed, the map is black and cannot be changed. You have go to full screen for the map to be usable. I do like my car but can not recommended it.

[@ftse00007]

I would add the 2025 Lexus UX 300h Premium trim Affordable price for a luxury hybrid crossover. Smaller Interior and storage space is the trade-off, but if that is not your primary options this is absolute a very good contender.

[@dkrawk8309]

Affordable for who?

[@06075345]

Thank you for the educational video. Although I have to say I don't agree that there is any reasonably priced vehicle in the market nowadays

[@jacquesbelisle7465]

J’ai pris possession d’un Lexus nx450h+ et je l’adore.

[@islanddon865]

Moi aussi.

[@cars291]

Generally great work, guys! My apologies for not watching this video.. I am certain what the outcome will be -Thats all on the car manufacturers btw

[@amazingstar144]

Glad to see an American brand Ford made it to the list. Mostly its Japanese and some Korean brands on your list. Good job for covering a broader range of products. 🙏🏽

[@KamalSingh-vm4qd]

Honda and Toyota are made in the USA with Japanese parts.

[@eurasian73]

@@KamalSingh-vm4qd But you did mention the Toyota Crown Signia was fully built in Japan.

[@etuitivemillionaire]

Mazda CX-50 needs to replace the small screen with a big full time touch screen like the Rav4. They also need to eliminate the butt floss strip in the seats

[@powerguymark]

The best value for what will probably be the most reliable hybrid system ever created is purchasing a 2024 Toyota Venza BEFORE they are all gone. This hybrid system is so reliable it's now being installed in Mazda CX 50s. I'm averaging 44mpg. No turbocharger to wear out or maintain. No mechanical drivetrain to wear out or maintain. With all wheel drive & 219hp, the rear electric motor makes it perform like a V6 from a dead stop, sips gas with a 40% thermally efficient Atkinson cycle 4-cylinder and has a Lexus-lite comfort and style. I'm not a sunroof guy so I would get one that didn't have the stargaze roof system, but the stargaze roof should never leak since there are ZERO seals to maintain, or replace.

[@stevensevek6151]

I owned Hondas most of my life but I now refuse to buy any vehicle with a GDI engine that doesn't have both port and direct injection. So for me that means Toyota although there are some other makes that use that set up but not Honda. I'm not interested in something that may have issues with carbon build up.

[@sandeeptanjore1253]

My choice - Mazda CX-50, Sportage Hybrid and Ford Hybrid although I doubt if Ford is still selling pure hybrids (and not plug-in hybrid).

[@wildeman170]

Picked up my 2025 Tucson hybrid and been very impressed so far. Not the greatest mpg in class but interior and tech is far better than the rest.

[@markw6022]

not the greatest mpg but the best power to ride quality ratio, much more mid-range torque than CRV , Rav 4 and CX 50

[@dkrawk8309]

No it's not. The tech brutal. I guess we should all belive your statement because you have driven ALL of the competitors for extended periods of time right?

[@dkrawk8309]

​@@markw6022kindly stop spreading misinformation

[@wildeman170]

@@dkrawk8309 I work in the car business so yes I’ve driven a lot of cars. Tech is brutal? HUD and blind spot cameras I think are only available on the Hyundai in this class. You don’t have to believe me I’m just giving an opinion 🤦‍♂️

[@dkrawk8309]

@wildeman170 blind spot monitors have been on a civic since like.....2014 2015...

[@lokekaryew8408]

Good video. How about the China's hybrid like the Haval H6 HEV?

[@dkrawk8309]

Kindly provide ANY evidence that can prove your "reliability concern" about hyundai and kia

[@brianmwirigi200]

Why do BMW and Mercedes-Benz only make plug in hybrids?

[@dkrawk8309]

Because 1. They don't 2. They don't give half of flying rats tails about it

[@kevinc7756]

How about lincoln hybrid?

[@reverett0508]

ROFLMAO🤣

[@mohammedalgheryafi7784]

Honda CR-V, anytime, all the time.

[@powerguymark]

The best value for what will probably be the most reliable hybrid system ever created is purchasing a 2024 Toyota Venza BEFORE they are all gone. This hybrid system is so reliable it's now being installed in Mazda CX 50s. I'm averaging 44mpg. No turbocharger to wear out or maintain. No mechanical drivetrain to wear out or maintain. With all wheel drive & 219hp, the rear electric motor makes it perform like a V6 from a dead stop, sips gas with a 40% thermally efficient Atkinson cycle 4-cylinder and has a Lexus-lite comfort and style. I'm not a sunroof guy so I would get one that didn't have the stargaze roof system, but the stargaze roof should never leak since there's no seals to maintain.

[@HP-bi5py]

What about a video on Best German hybrids and a quick pros and cons comparison on this list?

[@alfredyost7972]

When it comes to hybrids, remember that both Ford and Toyota have been making them for a long time. They have it figured out by now. I have a Ford Escape hybrid and I love it. Thoughts?

[@andrewtraver1879]

What has Ford figured out? Ford and Chevy haven't made a vehicle worth buying in over a decade.

[@alfredyost7972]

@@andrewtraver1879 I disagree with that. I have a 2018 Ford Explorer that has no problems. We bought last year a Ford Escape hybrid. It has no problems. My Dad has a 25 year old Ranger. It might be 30 years old. Never had a problem with it. It depends what you buy. Thoughts?

[@massimopaccagnella920]

The best is ?

[@Gopinathk17]

Highlander hybrid is the best Family midsize SUV.

[@zenon3021]

just make sure you get TAG tracking 'cause it'll be stolen in months (as reflected in the higher insurance cost)

[@joycejovero3412]

BEST AWD SUVS 2024. Next!

[@dkrawk8309]

Best for what and for who?

[@gixy2024]

The Toyota guy.

[@adamwright9741]

Not enough emphasis is put on Hyundai groups larger warranty compared to others. We need to stop saying that better design, technology, and use of interior space, as well as an awesome hybrid system - is some issue just because they don't play it cowardly safe like the others. The warranty negates its so-called problems with reliability, and I think you're mistaken about what most buyers actually look for and care about, by always placing them at the bottom, especially for the Tucson hybrid.

[@codincoman9019]

Good list, except that Honda CR-V hybrid is no better than a Toyota RAV4 because both in reliability and low TCO (Total Cost of Ownership) Toyota is better and that the Korean and Ford clunkers should not be on this list because a far lower reliability and higher TCO than Lexus (yes, even than a Lexus UX/NX/RX), Toyota, Mazda, Subaru, Honda, Acura, Suzuki, Mitsubishi.

[@adkhan123456]

Honda/Toyota is the King. !! rest of them are test tube babies.

[@tonelocrian]

My first choice would be : the Crown Signia & if Honda did a hybrid Passport, that would be my 2nd choice ideally, I am curious about the Grand Highlander though.

[@victorsaleeb5632]

Lexus comes first, RAV4 comes second, and CRV comes third.

[@trevinofamily6156]

Why are PHEV SUVs excluded from the list? Mazda CX-90 PHEV is one of the highest rated by Car and Driver.

[@RmPrtv]

The only problem with Toyota, Lexus and Honda in Canada, in Ontario and Quebec provinces, your chance to park car and not find it aftet the shopping is 70%. They're good and that's why those are on the top of most stolen cars overall, because of that the insurance rate is unreasonably high. List is great, but basically without those cars Kia or Hyundai looks like better choices..

[@pablo.blanchett]

I thought Canada was a ''safe'' country

[@mikej238]

​@@pablo.blanchettTrudeau left the door open

[@dkrawk8309]

Hyundai outselling everyone like theres no tomorrow.

[@gsnt4597]

Poor quality, backlog for service ..

[@wildeman170]

@@gsnt4597 based on? Hyundai last 5 years has had excellent reliability. Everyone literally has backlog in service. The Koreans are coming on strong in the car market!

[@ajcan89]

Toyota is playing Rolex games, not making them available in the market

[@malikusman286]

I'm planning to buy honda Crv hybird. Is it good deal to buy slightly used one or brand new any deals on it?? Which option would be best for long term ownership

[@dkrawk8309]

If you want someone to examine the current market at current point in time, it's definitely not going to be free

[@markw6022]

Long term reliability for latest Hyundai Tuscon hybrid is only the speculation. Based on the actual data Honda CRV is about the same reliable as Tuscon and Kia Sportage . If you do not intend keep the vehicle for more than 5 -6 years, 2025 Tuscon Hybrid is the best pick. It has the smoothest, most quiet and powerful hybrid system from the entire group with the normal auto transmission instead of whining CVT. If you want keep vehicle for 10-15 years or more, Toyota Rav 4 or Lexus NX 350h is the best buy.

[@sunlover5150]

I would not purchase a CR-V Hybrid without also purchasing a proper spare tire.

[@chriscook6167]

Not having even a mini-spare is crazy IMO

[@Volta24]

Subaru? Outlender? 😅

[@BoopSnoot]

Crv hybrid.... Until it bursts into flames. its on its 2nd fire recall already!

[@mikem.2688]

There is one recall for certain 2023 models. What is the second one since nothing comes up when I search.

[@BoopSnoot]

@@mikem.2688 First recall was for the hybrid batteries that caught fire. Second recall was for the cracks in the fuel pump that caused fires. 23-25 affected, but only the hybrids on both recalls.

[@voltmanip]

who picks these colors ??????????????

[@billyrock8305]

#1 Honda CRV Hybrid 🏆 The awesome CX50 has brutally painful seats. 😢 Note: The 2026 RAV4 Hybrid shipping next summer will immediately retake this crown 🤴 Note: #1 Hybrid station wagon is the Signia

[@eyeballs50]

I drove a CRV and then the Tucson. I preferred the Hyundai. Quieter inside, seamless transition from battery to engine and a real transmission, not a CVT

[@hsbd-hl7gn]

1.6t is the best engine from Hyundai/Kia recently

[@dkrawk8309]

Best for.......?

[@hsbd-hl7gn]

@dkrawk8309 in terms of reliability, the smartstrream engine. I am not talking the engine before 2019. 1.6 T followed by 2.5T. I know this new engine hasn't been long in the market, but there have been none other than positive reviews by critics as well. Only critic of this engine is that it's not MPI, so carbon build up possibly.

[@hsbd-hl7gn]

@dkrawk8309 theta 2 engines ,specifically 2.4l and 2T were crap and lot of problems, hence the recalls. DCT is also crap.

[@dkrawk8309]

@hsbd-hl7gn have You ever changed oil on a car?

[@dkrawk8309]

@hsbd-hl7gn what's 2+2×2

[@PaulStephenson-lf2dw]

Your Mazda bias shows in every video. Your number one choice is under recall for the steering gearbox. I am glad you have the Hyundai Tucson on your list, but rated way to low. The Tucson Hybrid is the highest rated mainstream compact SUV by consumer reports.

[@billyrock8305]

🤪

[@StayGold_MrsE]

Not just the gearbox worm wheel part that was literally manufactured incorrectly causing the steering issues that could be seriously dangerous, but now they have the high pressure fuel pump cracks that can leak and cause fires! 2 recalls past month. I just watched a video 10 days ago of a 2025 Honda CRV sport hybrid touring, the exact model and color I was ready to go out and buy cash the last 2 weeks but hesitated due to these recalls and after I watched this guy's video where his caught fire while he's driving a few miles away from where I live and his CRV burned to the ground. The video that was up for a 9 days and then I went to show it to my husband the evening that I watched it and it said that KZbin had removed the video because the account was terminated. Then when I was searching someone else had downloaded that guy's video and did a whole video of his own on a car lot showing all the ones that are in the Honda graveyard in back of a dealership with signs that say DO NOT SELL because of the recalls they're not able to sell these vehicles and he said he has skin in the game because his wife drives one and he's pissed off about this fuel pump danger. Then to add insult to injury I watch the video last night of some Honda mechanics that were showing the process they have to go through to see if they can find and recreate the error code for the fuel pump and they literally attach the vehicles to this machine and let them idle overnight for 13 to 14 hours!!! Who the hell wants to pay $45,000 for a brand new car that has been idling for 14 hours straight. If I could I would kick Honda in the balls for this.

[@billyrock8305]

@@StayGold_MrsE Never go full 🤪 dude

[@StayGold_MrsE]

@@billyrock8305 I world saying buying one of these right now knowing all this would be going full stupid.

[@stujonny]

Honda CRV is so ugly, I prefer the Lexus.

[@dkrawk8309]

Lmao, do you really? Naaaaaw

[@amyvong4406]

Ford Escape is suck.

[@dkrawk8309]

How can something be a verb?

[@S.L.S-407]

Is anyone running out to buy these ridiculously OVERPRICED vehicles? If you are, that says, money is no guarantee of brains.

[@dkrawk8309]

Yes, yes. You walk in to buy a car and You wait. So...... There's NOTHING overpriced about them

[@S.L.S-407]

@@dkrawk8309 -You wait and you wait and you wait and you wait. . .

[@syedsoulatabbas9249]

Why You Not Consider Chinese Brand?

[@syedsoulatabbas9249]

HAVAL H6 HEV? BYD SEAL U?

[@dwadd7528]

Chinese

[@icbc228]

Chinese brand not available in Canada

[@blackwhirlwind1245]

Because this channel is based in the United States, no Chinese vehicle is available in the United States

[@reverett0508]

Ya, I think Joe Biden and his whole family are riding the Chinese 'brand'.