The future is now. Hybrid, plug-in, and all-electric vehicles are becoming more prevalent on dealership lots. However, there are big differences between them. While some are adequate people movers or comfortable commuters, others are built for speed and sublime serenity.
The models on this list run the gamut from the aforementioned speedsters to full-on family haulers. And, not all of them are Teslas.
Here are the plug-in vehicles AutomotiveMap’s team prefers.
2020 Honda Clarity
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Jesus Garcia: The 2020 Honda Clarity Plug-in Hybird delivers a ride that feels like cloud in a Gulfstream. With surprisingly responsive handling and performance the Clarity is one of the most entertaining PHEVs to drive for under 40k.
2020 Honda Clarity
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Jesus Garcia: The 2020 Honda Clarity Plug-in Hybird delivers a ride that feels like cloud in a Gulfstream. With surprisingly responsive handling and performance the Clarity is one of the most entertaining PHEVs to drive for under 40k.
2020 Honda Clarity
Photo courtesy of American Honda Motor Co., Inc
Jesus Garcia: The 2020 Honda Clarity Plug-in Hybird delivers a ride that feels like cloud in a Gulfstream. With surprisingly responsive handling and performance the Clarity is one of the most entertaining PHEVs to drive for under 40k.
2020 Honda Clarity
Photo courtesy of American Honda Motor Co., Inc
Jesus Garcia: The 2020 Honda Clarity Plug-in Hybird delivers a ride that feels like cloud in a Gulfstream. With surprisingly responsive handling and performance the Clarity is one of the most entertaining PHEVs to drive for under 40k.
2020 Honda Clarity
Photo courtesy of American Honda Motor Co., Inc
Jesus Garcia: The 2020 Honda Clarity Plug-in Hybird delivers a ride that feels like cloud in a Gulfstream. With surprisingly responsive handling and performance the Clarity is one of the most entertaining PHEVs to drive for under 40k.
2021 Ford Mustang Mach-E
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Sue Mead: There is so much to like with the 2021 Ford Mustang Mach-E beyond fuel economy and torque. It has stunning tailoring outside and within the “fully vegan”, tech-laden cabin are a massive touch screen; a clever, drainable stowage under-hood compartment to supplement rear cargo-carrying for road trips and tailgating; and seating for five.
2021 Ford Mustang Mach-E
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Sue Mead: There is so much to like with the 2021 Ford Mustang Mach-E beyond fuel economy and torque. It has stunning tailoring outside and within the “fully vegan”, tech-laden cabin are a massive touch screen; a clever, drainable stowage under-hood compartment to supplement rear cargo-carrying for road trips and tailgating; and seating for five.
2021 Ford Mustang Mach-E
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Sue Mead: There is so much to like with the 2021 Ford Mustang Mach-E beyond fuel economy and torque. It has stunning tailoring outside and within the “fully vegan”, tech-laden cabin are a massive touch screen; a clever, drainable stowage under-hood compartment to supplement rear cargo-carrying for road trips and tailgating; and seating for five.
2021 Ford Mustang Mach-E
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Sue Mead: There is so much to like with the 2021 Ford Mustang Mach-E beyond fuel economy and torque. It has stunning tailoring outside and within the “fully vegan”, tech-laden cabin are a massive touch screen; a clever, drainable stowage under-hood compartment to supplement rear cargo-carrying for road trips and tailgating; and seating for five.
2021 Ford Mustang Mach-E
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Sue Mead: There is so much to like with the 2021 Ford Mustang Mach-E beyond fuel economy and torque. It has stunning tailoring outside and within the “fully vegan”, tech-laden cabin are a massive touch screen; a clever, drainable stowage under-hood compartment to supplement rear cargo-carrying for road trips and tailgating; and seating for five.
2019 Kia Niro EV
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Harvey Briggs: I spent a week with the 2019 Niro EV this summer and was able to get more than 300 miles of range from a full charge. Everything about it feels like a normal economy car, except it’s quiet and has great acceleration.
2019 Kia Niro EV
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Harvey Briggs: I spent a week with the 2019 Niro EV this summer and was able to get more than 300 miles of range from a full charge. Everything about it feels like a normal economy car, except it’s quiet and has great acceleration.
2019 Kia Niro EV
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Harvey Briggs: I spent a week with the 2019 Niro EV this summer and was able to get more than 300 miles of range from a full charge. Everything about it feels like a normal economy car, except it’s quiet and has great acceleration.
2019 Kia Niro EV
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Harvey Briggs: I spent a week with the 2019 Niro EV this summer and was able to get more than 300 miles of range from a full charge. Everything about it feels like a normal economy car, except it’s quiet and has great acceleration.
2019 Kia Niro EV
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Harvey Briggs: I spent a week with the 2019 Niro EV this summer and was able to get more than 300 miles of range from a full charge. Everything about it feels like a normal economy car, except it’s quiet and has great acceleration.
2020 Chrysler Pacifica Hybrid
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Perry Stern, AutoNXT: With excellent use of space as well as innovative entertainment options, the 2020 Chrysler Pacifica Hybrid may be the most useful plug-in on the market.
2020 Chrysler Pacifica Hybrid
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Perry Stern, AutoNXT: With excellent use of space as well as innovative entertainment options, the 2020 Chrysler Pacifica Hybrid may be the most useful plug-in on the market.
2020 Chrysler Pacifica Hybrid
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Perry Stern, AutoNXT: With excellent use of space as well as innovative entertainment options, the 2020 Chrysler Pacifica Hybrid may be the most useful plug-in on the market.
2020 Chrysler Pacifica Hybrid
Photo courtesy of FCA US LLC
Perry Stern, AutoNXT: With excellent use of space as well as innovative entertainment options, the 2020 Chrysler Pacifica Hybrid may be the most useful plug-in on the market.
2020 Chrysler Pacifica Hybrid
Photo courtesy of FCA US LLC
Perry Stern, AutoNXT: With excellent use of space as well as innovative entertainment options, the 2020 Chrysler Pacifica Hybrid may be the most useful plug-in on the market.
2020 Hyundai Ioniq
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Nicole Wakelin: With the 2020 Hyundai Ioniq’s latest round of updates, the model is more stylish than ever. it remains affordable and has a good list of standard safety features.
2020 Hyundai Ioniq
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Nicole Wakelin: With the 2020 Hyundai Ioniq’s latest round of updates, the model is more stylish than ever. it remains affordable and has a good list of standard safety features.
2020 Hyundai Ioniq
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Nicole Wakelin: With the 2020 Hyundai Ioniq’s latest round of updates, the model is more stylish than ever. it remains affordable and has a good list of standard safety features.
2020 Hyundai Ioniq
Photo courtesy of Hyundai Motor America
Nicole Wakelin: With the 2020 Hyundai Ioniq’s latest round of updates, the model is more stylish than ever. it remains affordable and has a good list of standard safety features.
2020 Hyundai Ioniq
Photo courtesy of Hyundai Motor America
Nicole Wakelin: With the 2020 Hyundai Ioniq’s latest round of updates, the model is more stylish than ever. it remains affordable and has a good list of standard safety features.
2021 Toyota RAV4 Prime
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Eileen Falkenberg-Hull: I hear you, I hear you. Yes, the 2021 Toyota RAV4 Prime isn’t on sale yet, but it’s a model that’s already worth taking notice of. This isn’t your grandma’s hybrid. Toyota says that they’re upping the power on the RAV in this new variant making it the closest thing to a RAV4 performance model that we’re likely to see outside of SEMA.
2021 Toyota RAV4 Prime
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Eileen Falkenberg-Hull: I hear you, I hear you. Yes, the 2021 Toyota RAV4 Prime isn’t on sale yet, but it’s a model that’s already worth taking notice of. This isn’t your grandma’s hybrid. Toyota says that they’re upping the power on the RAV in this new variant making it the closest thing to a RAV4 performance model that we’re likely to see outside of SEMA.
2021 Toyota RAV4 Prime
Photo courtesy of Toyota Motor Sales U.S.A., Inc.
Eileen Falkenberg-Hull: I hear you, I hear you. Yes, the 2021 Toyota RAV4 Prime isn’t on sale yet, but it’s a model that’s already worth taking notice of. This isn’t your grandma’s hybrid. Toyota says that they’re upping the power on the RAV in this new variant making it the closest thing to a RAV4 performance model that we’re likely to see outside of SEMA.
2021 Toyota RAV4 Prime
Photo courtesy of Toyota Motor Sales U.S.A., Inc.
Eileen Falkenberg-Hull: I hear you, I hear you. Yes, the 2021 Toyota RAV4 Prime isn’t on sale yet, but it’s a model that’s already worth taking notice of. This isn’t your grandma’s hybrid. Toyota says that they’re upping the power on the RAV in this new variant making it the closest thing to a RAV4 performance model that we’re likely to see outside of SEMA.
2021 Toyota RAV4 Prime
Photo courtesy of Toyota Motor Sales U.S.A., Inc.
Eileen Falkenberg-Hull: I hear you, I hear you. Yes, the 2021 Toyota RAV4 Prime isn’t on sale yet, but it’s a model that’s already worth taking notice of. This isn’t your grandma’s hybrid. Toyota says that they’re upping the power on the RAV in this new variant making it the closest thing to a RAV4 performance model that we’re likely to see outside of SEMA.
2020 Tesla Model 3
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Chad Kircher: The Tesla Model 3 Standard Range Plus is the one you want. Skip the all-wheel drive and the $7,000 full self-driving option that doesn’t exist IRL and you’ll have an EV with as much range as most of the competition, standard safety features, and luxury features not offered for $40,000 or less.
