Best Large Hybrid SUVs for 2025 | Hybrid Mid- And Full-Size SUVs

Sports utility vehicles are all about combining comfort with practicality, which is something the largest hybrid SUVs do very well. Furthermore, they are able to counteract some of the drawbacks that vehicles this size often have to deal with, including poor fuel economy. They may cost more right off the bat, but they offer a high return on investment and great, along with loads of space for people and stuff, and respectable safety ratings, at least when they are built right. This is a list of the best and largest hybrid SUVs in the USA for 2025, including those from several luxury brands.

Vehicles are assigned a BuzzScore in relation to their direct segment competitors, and as such, vehicles in this list, while similarly scored, do not necessarily compete directly against one another. Find out more about how the BuzzScore ratings work here. These lists are continuously updated with the latest BuzzScores and vehicles as they become available.

Only mid-size and full-size SUVs have been considered in putting together this list. Furthermore, only conventional hybrids and plug-in hybrids qualify, not mild hybrids.

1

Mazda CX-90 PHEV

2025 Mazda CX-90 PHEV

MSRP: $49,945
Engine: 2.5L I4 PHEV
Horsepower: 323 hp combined

The first large hybrid SUV on our list is the Mazda CX-90 PHEV with a great BuzzScore of 8.8 out of 10. This plug-in hybrid SUV is available in three trims: the Preferred, Premium Sport, and Premium Plus, with the base model of the three starting at $49,495, making it one of the best luxury cars for under $70k. Powering all three trims is a 2.5-liter four-cylinder hybrid that has a total system output of 323 horsepower. The CX-90 PHEV can seat up to eight passengers in the base model, or seven people in the Premium models. Passengers in the second and third rows get 39.3 inches and 36.9 inches of headroom, respectively. Legroom is 39.4 inches for the second row and 30.4 inches for the third row. With the rear seats folded down, you get 74.2 cubic feet of cargo space.

The outgoing CX-9 was among the most fun-to-drive SUVs in the mainstream segment, and the CX-90 only improves upon that formula: A rear-biased platform with all-wheel-drive delivers balanced handling that keeps drivers grinning on a windy backroad. The steering is on the heavy side for a family SUV, but justifies that weight with good responsiveness and connectivity to the road. If there was such a thing as a big three-row Miata, this could be it.

– Jared Rosenholtz, CarBuzz

2

BMW X5 Hybrid

2025 BMW X5 xDrive50e

MSRP: $73,100
Engine: 3.0L Twin-Turbo Inline-6 PHEV
Horsepower: 483 hp

Another option among large SUV hybrids is the BMW X5 Hybrid—this one also ranks well with a score of 8.5 out of 10. There’s only one trim level to buy, and it starts at $73,800. It’s not cheap, but it’s not the most expensive option on this list, either. Powering this hybrid BMW is a 3.0-liter twin-turbocharged inline-six PHEV that makes a total of 483 horsepower and 516 lb-ft of torque. BMW claims an all-electric range of 39 miles and 58 combined MPGe. Up to five passengers can fit inside. BMW does not specify rear-seat headroom, but the front seats get 40.8 inches. Rear-seat passengers get 37.4 inches of legroom, though. Cargo capacity maxes out at 71.2 cubic feet.

Like other X5s, this one exhibits sharp handling, but not at the expense of comfort. It’s one of the most appealingly styled BMW SUVs and the interior showcases a great mix of quality and tech.

3

Toyota Land Cruiser

While it’s not necessarily the roomiest hybrid SUV, the Toyota Land Cruiser is a fun and capable off-roader with great retro styling. There are two trims to choose between, with the less expensive costing a minimum of $56,700. They get pretty expensive when fully-loaded, though. Both the standard Land Cruiser and the Land Cruiser 1958 trims are powered by an i-Force Max powertrain, which is a 2.4-liter turbocharged four-cylinder that makes 326 horsepower and 465 lb-ft of torque in total. Five people can fit inside, and rear-seat passengers have 39.3 inches of headroom in models without a moonroof. Models with a moonroof decrease the headroom to 38.5 inches. Either way, those passengers get 36.7 inches of legroom, and cargo capacity maxes out at 82.1 cubic feet with the back seats folded.

The Land Cruiser is more than capable of a mildly challenging off-road course and clearly capable of much, much more intense duty. We were particularly impressed with the rear and center diff locks, although we then went through without using them, just requiring heavier use of throttle and paying attention to where the wheels were.

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4

Toyota Sequoia

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The largest hybrid SUV on this list is the Toyota Sequoia. This Toyota is one of the most spacious hybrid SUVs with room for up to eight people, and it will only feel cramped for those in the third row. There are a few versions to choose from, with the SR5 2WD being the cheapest at $62,425. Powering every option is an i-Force Max powertrain, so you get a 3.4-liter twin-turbo V6 hybrid that makes a combined 437 horsepower and 583 lb-ft of torque. The cargo capacity sits at a respectable 86.9 cubic feet. Plus, it’s comfortable both on and off the pavement.

In our opinion, the powertrain is the number one reason to choose the Sequoia over its rivals. This V6 engine is smooth, and the stop-start system is seamless thanks to the hybrid system.”

– Jared Rosenholtz, Senior Test Driver

5

Lamborghini Urus SE

The most expensive model on our list is the Lamborghini Urus. We aren’t necessarily comparing it to the rest of the hybrid SUVs on this list—it’s in a totally separate class—but it fits the size and powertrain requirements of a mid-size PHEV SUV. With that being said, the Urus starts at a base price of over $250,000. Of course, you can expect big power and performance for that price; under the hood is a 4.0-liter twin-turbo V8 PHEV that makes 789 horsepower and 701 lb-ft of torque. That’s enough to propel the Urus SE from 0-62 mph in 3.4 seconds.

6

Volvo XC90

2025 Volvo XC90

Base MSRP: $58,450
Engine: 2.0L Inline-4 Turbo (B5), 2.0L Inline-4 Twincharged (B6), 2.0L Inline-4 Turbo Hybrid (T8)
Horsepower: 247-455 hp

Volvo rounds off the list with the XC90 PHEV. There are multiple versions of the XC90, but the plug-in hybrid version starts at $73,000. With the T8 powertrain option in this Volvo SUV, you get a 2.0-liter turbocharged four-cylinder hybrid that makes a total of 455 horsepower and 523 lb-ft of torque. The XC90 PHEV can fit up to seven pccupants. Those in the second row get 38.5 inches of headroom while the third row gets 36.3 inches. Legroom reaches 37/31.9 inches, respectively, for the second and third rows. This SUV is fairly large inside, so the cargo capacity is respectable at a total of 85.7 cubic feet with the rear seats folded down.

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Characteristics Of Mid- And Full-Size Hybrid SUVs

The US is awash with SUVs, but the best large hybrid SUV models have to tick a lot of boxes to be considered worth the extra money:

They should have ample levels of passenger and cargo space
They must exhibit impeccable safety ratings
They need to get better fuel economy than equivalent gas-only models
They should come with enough standard tech to warrant the higher price

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What To Consider When Buying Large Hybrid SUVs

You have a fair amount of choice when it comes to buying a new vehicle, and since the SUV segment is one of the most popular in the world right now, you should carefully consider whether a big hybrid SUV is the right fit for your lifestyle and budget. For the roomiest, most spacious hybrid SUVs, here are some pros and cons you should know about.

Pros

Superior levels of practicality
Improved fuel economy
High safety specification
Decent list of standard features
Comfortable, especially over long trips
Often some degree of off-road capability

Cons

More expensive than smaller models
Higher weight affects gas mileage
Large size can adversely affect drivability

Sources: Mazda, BMW, Toyota, Lamborghini, Volvo

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Best Large Hybrid SUVs for 2025 | Hybrid Mid- And Full-Size SUVs