Best 2024 EVs, Hybrids, Plug-In Hybrids

What are the best 2024 model EVs, hybrids and plug-in hybrids? Every year, U. S. News evaluates up to 100 models to determine the best one across ten categories, including SUV, truck and luxury drive..

The vehicles are rated for price and performance, styling and safety features for the title of  2024 Best Hybrid and Electric Cars.

This year, 96 models were evaluated.

Hyundai leads the industry with the most awards in 2024 with three. The Best Electric Vehicle category expanded to include the Best Electric SUV, awarded to the 2024 Hyundai Ioniq 5, and the Best Electric Car, claimed by the 2024 Hyundai Ioniq 6. Additionally, the 2024 Hyundai Tucson Hybrid earned its first title of Best Hybrid SUV.

Volvo secured two wins in the luxury classes. The 2024 Volvo XC40 Recharge was recognized as the Best Luxury Electric SUV, while the 2024 Volvo S60 Recharge took the title of Best Luxury Plug-In Hybrid.

For the third consecutive year, the 2024 Lucid Air was named the Best Luxury Electric Car for its industry-leading driving range, astonishing performance and reputation as one of the fastest-charging electric cars on the market.

The 2024 Ford F-150 Lightning retained its title as the Best Electric Truck, showcasing its strengths in the electric pickup segment.

The 2024 Kia Sportage Plug-In Hybrid stood out in a competitive field to secure the Best Plug-In Hybrid SUV award for the first time.

The 2024 Toyota Camry Hybrid earned the title of Best Hybrid Car, boasting top safety ratings and impressive fuel economy estimates.

• Starting with the 2025 model, the Camry will be available as hybrid only.  Toyota is dropping the gas version.

The 2024 Lexus NX Hybrid rounds out this year’s winners with the Best Luxury Hybrid award.

Testing Methods

To identify leaders for each of the 2024 Best Hybrid and Electric Cars award categories, U.S. News onsidered gas mileage and range data from the EPA, pricing information, and the consensus opinion of the automotive press.

The winners have the best combination of quality, efficiency and value in their segment. Read more about our ranking methodology here.

Full disclosure – ecoXplorer Evelyn Kanter used to write automotive articles for the publication.  Here’s a link to what’s still on the website.

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ecoXplorer Evelyn Kanter is a journalist with 25+ years of experience as a newspaper and magazine writer, radio & TV news producer & reporter, and author of guidebooks and smartphone apps – all focusing on travel, automotive, the environment and your rights as a consumer.

ecoXplorer Evelyn Kanter currently serves as President of the International Motor Press Assn. (IMPA).

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