Edmunds' experts test luxury hybrid contenders on both our test track and a 115-mile real-world test loop of city streets, freeways and winding canyons. In between, we take them home and live with them as our daily drivers, typically for two full weeks. The data we gather results in our luxury hybrid ratings. They’re based on 30-plus scores that cover performance, comfort, interior, technology, utility and value. How we rank
Luxury hybrids offer impressive fuel economy, of course, but healthy power from their electric motors can also make them quicker than their gas-powered counterparts. Expect all the luxury trappings, along with better mileage and maybe even more oomph.
The Lexus ES 300h admirably combines high fuel efficiency with luxurious accommodations. We're not as fond of… the distracting infotainment interface, however.
MSRP
$42,150 - $51,330
Edmunds Rating
8.0 out of 10
Combined MPG
44
The Lexus ES 300h admirably combines high fuel efficiency with luxurious accommodations. We're not as fond of the distracting infotainment interface, however.
Comfort, utility and performance are certainly priorities for luxury automakers, but what about fuel economy?… The Lexus RX 450h hybrid answers the call, earning excellent fuel economy ratings while transporting passengers in absolute serenity.
MSRP
$48,720 - $54,520
Edmunds Rating
7.6 out of 10
Combined MPG
30
Comfort, utility and performance are certainly priorities for luxury automakers, but what about fuel economy? The Lexus RX 450h hybrid answers the call, earning excellent fuel economy ratings while transporting passengers in absolute serenity.
The Lexus UX 250h is a stylish and fuel-efficient little runabout. Unique interior design helps set it apart,… but traces of its compact-car roots come through in the on-road experience, making the high price tag a hard pill to swallow.
MSRP
$35,750 - $40,790
Edmunds Rating
7.0 out of 10
Combined MPG
39
The Lexus UX 250h is a stylish and fuel-efficient little runabout. Unique interior design helps set it apart, but traces of its compact-car roots come through in the on-road experience, making the high price tag a hard pill to swallow.
Luxury plug-in hybrid cars
Luxury PHEVs generally aren't focused on maximizing electric range and fuel economy like their mainstream counterparts, instead prioritizing refinement, comfort and, in some cases, lots of extra torque from their electric motors.
The urbane Volvo S90 T8 plug-in hybrid has a combined 400 horsepower and all-wheel drive to accompany its… impressive list of luxuries and, of course, safety features.
MSRP
$62,050
Edmunds Rating
8.1 out of 10
Combined MPG
29
The urbane Volvo S90 T8 plug-in hybrid has a combined 400 horsepower and all-wheel drive to accompany its impressive list of luxuries and, of course, safety features.
The Porsche Panamera is easily one of the finest four-door cars in the world, providing both speed and luxury… in abundance. The hybrid model puts out no less than 462 horsepower (and as much as 680!), making it clear that when it comes to the Panamera, you can have your cake and eat it, too.
MSRP
$105,000 - $200,200
Edmunds Rating
8.0 out of 10
Combined MPG
19 - 22
The Porsche Panamera is easily one of the finest four-door cars in the world, providing both speed and luxury in abundance. The hybrid model puts out no less than 462 horsepower (and as much as 680!), making it clear that when it comes to the Panamera, you can have your cake and eat it, too.
The BMW 530e is a smart pick if you're looking for a fuel-efficient, top-notch luxury sedan. The 5 Series'… impressive driving dynamics aren't compromised by the addition of the plug-in hybrid powertrain. This is a well-built, high-tech sedan that bathes you in quiet comfort.
MSRP
$55,550 - $57,850
Edmunds Rating
7.9 out of 10
Combined MPG
25 - 26
The BMW 530e is a smart pick if you're looking for a fuel-efficient, top-notch luxury sedan. The 5 Series' impressive driving dynamics aren't compromised by the addition of the plug-in hybrid powertrain. This is a well-built, high-tech sedan that bathes you in quiet comfort.
The BMW 330e plug-in hybrid model isn't going for maximum fuel economy; rather, it looks to blend restrained… luxury with an efficient powertrain that won't lull you to sleep. This is one hybrid that should appeal to people who like to drive.
MSRP
$42,950 - $44,950
Edmunds Rating
7.8 out of 10
Combined MPG
25 - 28
The BMW 330e plug-in hybrid model isn't going for maximum fuel economy; rather, it looks to blend restrained luxury with an efficient powertrain that won't lull you to sleep. This is one hybrid that should appeal to people who like to drive.
The Volvo S60 Recharge easily switches between quick acceleration and emissions-free luxury in ample comfort,… which helps set it apart from other rival sedans. But compromised storage space and a frustrating user interface ultimately hold it back from being truly great.
MSRP
$47,650 - $52,000
Edmunds Rating
7.6 out of 10
Combined MPG
31
The Volvo S60 Recharge easily switches between quick acceleration and emissions-free luxury in ample comfort, which helps set it apart from other rival sedans. But compromised storage space and a frustrating user interface ultimately hold it back from being truly great.
The Karma GS-6 offers more electric range than any other plug-in hybrid currently on sale in America. It looks… sharp and is quick and sporty, but the GS-6 still suffers from many of its predecessors' flaws, including a tight cabin and minimal cargo space.
MSRP
$83,900 - $99,990
Edmunds Rating
7.3 out of 10
Combined MPG
26
The Karma GS-6 offers more electric range than any other plug-in hybrid currently on sale in America. It looks sharp and is quick and sporty, but the GS-6 still suffers from many of its predecessors' flaws, including a tight cabin and minimal cargo space.
Luxury plug-in hybrid SUVs
Luxury PHEV SUVs offer improved fuel efficiency and limited all-electric range in refined packages. These premium vehicles don't sacrifice comfort or acceleration to earn their green cred.
The XC60 is a small luxury SUV and Volvo's most popular model. The powerful T8 plug-in hybrid pairs elegant… design and luxurious amenities with serious power and a useful 36 miles all-electric driving range. It's a top choice if you're looking for a luxury hybrid SUV.
MSRP
$57,200 - $66,950
Edmunds Rating
8.2 out of 10
Combined MPG
28
The XC60 is a small luxury SUV and Volvo's most popular model. The powerful T8 plug-in hybrid pairs elegant design and luxurious amenities with serious power and a useful 36 miles all-electric driving range. It's a top choice if you're looking for a luxury hybrid SUV.
The plug-in hybrid X5 delivers authoritative luxury and a reasonable all-electric range. There are certainly… trade-offs (such as lethargic all-electric acceleration, but you won't find another midsize PHEV SUV that delivers such a cohesive luxury sport experience.
MSRP
$63,700
Edmunds Rating
8.0 out of 10
Combined MPG
20
The plug-in hybrid X5 delivers authoritative luxury and a reasonable all-electric range. There are certainly trade-offs (such as lethargic all-electric acceleration, but you won't find another midsize PHEV SUV that delivers such a cohesive luxury sport experience.
Elegant and stylish, the Volvo XC90 is exquisitely appointed and decidedly classy. The T8 plug-in hybrid… drivetrain makes healthy power, yet it is one of the more efficient plug-in hybrids in its class. It has an estimated electric-only range of 18 miles.
MSRP
$65,800 - $72,600
Edmunds Rating
7.8 out of 10
Combined MPG
26
Elegant and stylish, the Volvo XC90 is exquisitely appointed and decidedly classy. The T8 plug-in hybrid drivetrain makes healthy power, yet it is one of the more efficient plug-in hybrids in its class. It has an estimated electric-only range of 18 miles.
The Lincoln Aviator is a stand out for its top-notch interior, modern tech, and excellent ride quality. As a… plug-in hybrid, it has a useful electric range of 21 miles and impressive straight-line speed, but it's exclusively available as a top-level trim which will cost you quite a bit of extra money.
MSRP
$68,680 - $88,230
Edmunds Rating
7.8 out of 10
Combined MPG
23
The Lincoln Aviator is a stand out for its top-notch interior, modern tech, and excellent ride quality. As a plug-in hybrid, it has a useful electric range of 21 miles and impressive straight-line speed, but it's exclusively available as a top-level trim which will cost you quite a bit of extra money.
The NX 450h+, which is the plug-in hybrid version of the NX SUV, is comfortable, fuel-efficient and loaded… with in-car tech and driver aids. Its 36-plus miles of all-electric range also means you can save quite a bit on gas. Only ho-hum performance and utility hold it back from being truly great.
MSRP
$56,150 - $57,400
Edmunds Rating
7.7 out of 10
Combined MPG
36
The NX 450h+, which is the plug-in hybrid version of the NX SUV, is comfortable, fuel-efficient and loaded with in-car tech and driver aids. Its 36-plus miles of all-electric range also means you can save quite a bit on gas. Only ho-hum performance and utility hold it back from being truly great.
The Cayenne E-Hybrid is easily the quickest and most entertaining plug-in hybrid SUV around, but sporty… handling means the ride is firm, even with the standard adaptive suspension. Cargo and passenger space are down on rivals, as is the all-electric range.
MSRP
$86,500 - $171,300
Edmunds Rating
7.7 out of 10
Combined MPG
18 - 21
The Cayenne E-Hybrid is easily the quickest and most entertaining plug-in hybrid SUV around, but sporty handling means the ride is firm, even with the standard adaptive suspension. Cargo and passenger space are down on rivals, as is the all-electric range.