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CR’s Ratings include road test results and safety information. Reliability and owner satisfaction Ratings are based on surveys of millions of subscribers.

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Overall Score
The Highs, Lows, and Overall Rating refer to the model and trim line that we tested. A model earns the "CR Recommended" label by Consumer Reports when it has performed well in our tests, our subscriber -survey data indicate that it should be at least average in reliability, and has performed at least adequately in any government and/or insurance-industry crash tests or government rollover test, if tested. There are several reasons why a model would have no designation: It wasn't tested recently; it didn't test well; it did poorly in a crash test or tip-up in the rollover test; it has a below-average reliability record; it'S too new to have reliability data; or we have insufficeint reliability data.
Predicted Reliability
Predicted reliability is our forecast of how well a model is likely to hold up derived from our latest Annual Car Reliability Survey. We averaged a model's Used Car Verdict for the newest three years, provided the model did not change significantly during that time. Refer to Reliability History for more detailed explanation.
Owner Satisfaction
Indicates percentage of owners surveyed who would definitely purchase the same vehicle again.
Accident Avoidance
A composite score of CR's test results for braking performance, emergency handling, acceleration, driving position, visibility, and seat comfort. Braking and emergency handling carry the most weight.
Overall (Mpg)
Overall MPG (overall mileage) is CR's measurement based on a realistic mix of highway, country-road, and city driving.

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Hybrid/EV buying guide

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Reliable used hybrids/EVs

See CR's Good Bets: These used cars have performed well in our tests over the years and have had much better than average overall reliability for multiple years.

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From gasoline-electric hybrids to pure electrics, we share our test and survey findings in this growing class of energy-efficient, electrified vehicles.

Ratings & recommended hybrids/EVs

Overall hybrids/EVs (3)

From gasoline-electric hybrids to pure electrics, we share our test and survey findings in this growing class of energy-efficient, electrified vehicles.

Sedans (3)

Hybrid cars come in a wide variety of types, such as hatchbacks, sedans, and sporty coupes. They also come with a wide variety of powertrains, including mild hybrids, full hybrids, extended-range electrics, and pure-electric vehicles.

Hatchbacks/wagons (5)

Combining sedan efficiency and SUV versatility, hatchback and wagon bodystyles can bring further practicality to a green machine by granting it considerable cargo-toting flexibility. There are a growing number of appealing choices in this niche.

SUVs (2)

Hybrid SUVs can actually save more gas than hybrid economy cars, when comparing against similar, conventional alternatives. Even with fairly modest fuel economy numbers, their total fuel savings over traditional SUVs are greater than super-economical hybrids are over cars that are already very efficient.

Reliable used hybrids/EVs (13)

From gasoline-electric hybrids to pure electrics, we share our test and survey findings in this growing class of energy-efficient, electrified vehicles.

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Hybrid/EV buying guide

The era of the electrified car has arrived. Elevated and uncertain gasoline prices have consumers prioritizing operating costs, while federal regulations require progressively increased fuel economy for new vehicles, encouraging the development of thrifty cars and alternative powertrains. As a result, hybrid, plug-in, and pure-electric cars are proliferating in all vehicle categories, cutting energy costs and reducing petroleum consumption.

These electrified vehicles employ numerous technologies, making it a challenge for car shoppers to understand the benefits of one model over another. Through this buying guide, we'll explain how these technologies work and provide the insights necessary to choose the right model for your needs, goals, and environmental objectives.

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