Top Hybrid Electric Vehicle Options in 2021
Many mentions of green cars conjure up images of compact, low-performing models with unappealing designs. But the truth is, going green with your vehicle doesn’t necessarily mean that you need to compromise on comfort, performance, or style. You now have an array of versatile options to choose from, what with top-class manufacturers coming up with some outstanding hybrid electric models. Here are some of the best, latest innovations from car brands in the hybrid electric realm:
1. Hyundai
By launching Kona Electric, Ioniq, and Sonata in 2021, Hyundai has come well ahead in the electric vehicle game. With a drive capacity of 258 miles per charge and more value for money, the 2021 Hyundai Kona greatly rivals its electric counterparts. You can charge the Kona with a 240-volt outlet, which can be done quickly at a DC fast-charging station. The 2021 Hyundai Ioniq is a hybrid with three powertrains and boasts combined city/highway rating of up to 58 miles per gallon (mpg). The model comes with an 8.0-inch screen with Android Auto and Apple CarPlay compatibility. And if you’re looking for something classy yet affordable, then the 2021 Sonata is the best option for you. It has some top-notch features, such as driving ranges of 414.4 city miles and 562.4 highway miles.
2. Toyota
Hybrid electric vehicles started becoming common only after the release of the Toyota Prius in 1997. The brand’s 2021 hybrid heroes are Corolla, Camry and RAV4. The 2021 Corolla hybrid offers a driving range of 593 miles with EPA ratings of 53 mpg for city, 52 for highway, and 52 as combined. Next in line is the 2021 Camry that boasts a 2.5-liter, I-4 hybrid engine that takes you 580 miles in the city and 620 miles on the highway on just a single tank. We’ve seen Toyota emerge as the winner for decades when it comes to the best-selling SUVs, but the RAV4 is the real showstopper for us. Its 14.5-gallon fuel tank allows this beast to run up to 594.5 miles on a single tank. The sharp design and impressive performance of this model does full justice to its pricing.
3. Honda
Honda recently launched three hybrids—the 2021 Insight, 2021 Accord, and 2021 CR-V—that have been designed to meet the varied needs of different individuals. At first, the 2021 Insight may look like any other conventional car but this hybrid has a combined 151 horsepower (hp), making it capable of covering up to 60 miles per hour (mph) in just 7.7 seconds. Moving on, the 2021 Honda Accord has a two-motor system and four-cylinder engine that offers an output of 212 horsepower and a combined 48 mpg rating. The Honda CR-V hybrid busts all myths about a hybrid car lacking space, power, and class with its impressive tech features and interior. It offers an advanced two-motor powertrain and an output of 192 hp.
4. Jaguar
The 2021 Jaguar I-Pace has little to no competition! An all-electric car that screams luxury and class in equal amounts, this one sure steals the show. With its top-class design, advanced technology, and luxurious interior features, the 2021 I-pace offers a battery of 90 kilowatt-hour (kWh) and a driving range of 253 miles. It also offers sustainable acceleration of up to 12,000 revolutions per minute (rpm), among many other groundbreaking features.