7 Affordable Hybrid Cars Coming In 2025

Auto manufacturers have placed their futures on the idea that electric vehicles (EVs) will dominate sales in the coming years, driven by buyers eager to decrease carbon emissions and save money on gasoline. However, while EV sales are increasing, they are growing at a slower rate than expected.

In the meantime, hybrid vehicles are hotter than ever. Hybrids — which switch between gas and battery power to optimize efficiency — have swiftly emerged as the vehicle of choice for many consumers for a variety of reasons, including the fact that comparable EVs are more expensive, worries about the lack of charging infrastructure and the belief that hybrid vehicles offer many of the same benefits without the perceived drawbacks of EVs.

While luxury brands continue to offer hybrid drivetrain options on their high-priced models and affordable all-electric are promised from Volvo (the EX30), Chevrolet (the revived Bolt), Ford (secretive $25,000 MSRP EV) and Tesla (the long-promised, low-cost Tesla “Model 2”), here are seven straight-up hybrid vehicles coming in 2025 that are dependable-to-exceptional, but won’t break the bank.

Also read the most reliable hybrid SUVs for families.

• Estimated starting MSRP: $29,535

You won’t have to tack on “Hybrid” after this model’s name to differentiate it from its gasoline-powered version anymore. For 2025, Toyota has made the Camry lineup fully hybrid. One of the most popular midsize sedans for decades, the redesigned Camry will come with a 225 hp, four-cylinder engine matched up with Toyota’s latest hybrid system and a wide array of tech and driver aid features.

• Estimated starting MSRP: $29,965

Kia has made great strides in improving its reliability since it entered the North American market in the early 1990s and, according to MarketWatch, is the third most reliable car brand, per J.D. Power and RepairPal. This standout crossover with futuristic styling, sportiness and ample interior space gives great value for money.

• Estimated starting MSRP: $34,510

The popular Limited AWD trim has a hybrid turbo engine and a higher price tag. Still, the average driver should be plenty impressed with the base Tucson Hybrid model for 2025, which has more pep, better fuel economy and less road noise than the standard gas engine drivetrain.

• Estimated starting MSRP: $35,390

The most expensive hybrid on this list is Mazda’s CX-50 Hybrid, a new addition to the Mazda lineup for 2025. Based on Toyota’s Hybrid System (THS), the CX-50 comes with a 2.5L naturally aspirated four-cylinder engine, hybrid electric vehicle battery, three electric motors, electronically controlled continuously variable transmission (eCVT) and standard electric all-wheel drive (eAWD), per the Mazda site.  

• Estimated starting MSRP: $35,700

There are no expected design changes for the 2025 Honda CR-V (it was last redesigned in 2023), but the CR-V needs no new bells and whistles to attract drivers. Although the Mazda CX-50 and Subaru Forester prioritize styling and off-road capabilities, respectively, the CR-V Hybrid emphasizes comfort, convenience and cost.

• Estimated starting MSRP: $40,065

The plug-in hybrid (PHEV) is a tad more powerful, but the “conventional” hybrid version of Kia’s Sorento delivers a cheaper, more fuel-efficient ride (EPA estimates of 36 mpg per city and 36 highway with front-wheel drive, per Car and Driver). Starting at a shade over $40,000, the Sorento features a host of safety and driver-assistance features like adaptive cruise control, blind-spot monitoring, automated emergency braking with pedestrian and cyclist detection and the company’s Highway Driving Assist feature.

• Estimated starting MSRP: $45,040

Dubbed “a Lexus for penny pinchers” by Car and Driver, the Crown Signia replaces the Venza and comes with a hybrid-only powertrain. Many drivers will balk at the price, but with the Crown Signia, you’ll get a near-luxury-level cabin, a soft ride and Toyota’s unmatched reliability for your buck.