The hybrid SUV market is growing, but which models are the most interesting? Here are five we’ve selected! Here are our top 5 full hybrid SUVs
The hybrid SUV market is growing, but which models are the most interesting? Here are five we’ve selected! 2025 is set to be a pivotal year for the full hybrid SUV market, with numerous new models combining performance, comfort, and sustainability. From established to emerging brands, here’s an overview of what we believe to be the top five most exciting full hybrid SUVs currently available or coming soon to the Italian market. Here are our top 5 full hybrid SUVs.
HYUNDAI TUCSON
- TOYOTA RAV4
- DACIA BIGSTER
- NISSAN QASHQAI
- MG HS HYBRID+
HYUNDAI TUCSON of. Here are our top 5 full hybrid SUVs.
The new Hyundai Tucson Hybrid opens this selection with an aesthetic and technical update that makes it even more competitive in its segment. Under the hood, the full-hybrid system combines a 1.6-liter turbocharged gasoline engine with an electric motor, delivering a total power output of 215 hp. The system stands out for its instantly available torque, especially at low revs, where the electric motor’s intervention ensures brilliant acceleration.
At the wheel, the Tucson is quiet, smooth, and relaxing, thanks to the perfect integration between the two engines and the calibration of the 6-speed automatic transmission. It has front-wheel drive, but this doesn’t detract from the vehicle’s versatility, which performs well both in urban environments and on long highway journeys. The interior confirms Hyundai’s typical perceived quality, with a comprehensive array of technology even in the base versions. The price? Starting at around €37,000, a price consistent with the equipment offered and the overall level of comfort.
TOYOTA RAV4
Here are our top 5 full hybrid SUVs | Video Talking about hybrid SUVs without mentioning the Toyota RAV4 would be impossible. The new generation, the sixth, brings with it significant stylistic innovations and technical improvements that confirm the model’s leadership in the hybrid sector. The front has been completely redesigned, with a more muscular design and C-shaped LED headlights, in line with the Japanese brand’s new stylistic direction.
From a technical standpoint, the RAV4 remains faithful to its hybrid philosophy and offers only engines that combine electric and combustion engines for the European market. The Full Hybrid has been updated with latest-generation technologies, including a new control unit , a more efficient battery , and an optimized gearbox. The claimed power output is 183 hp for the front-wheel drive version and 191 hp for the all-wheel drive version.
Toyota promises an even more refined ride, with improved responsiveness and greater efficiency . The new generation is scheduled for arrival in 2026, so there are no official pricing details yet. However, the current version starts at around €42,200.
DACIA BIGSTER
The Dacia Bigster is one of the most interesting new additions to the Romanian brand’s range, expanding its lineup with a larger and more versatile SUV than the Duster. Visually, the two vehicles share many stylistic features, but the Bigster stands out for its more generous dimensions: 4.57 meters long, 1.71 meters high, and 1.81 meters wide , with an elongated rear end that provides more interior space and a larger trunk.
The most significant innovation is the debut of a 1.8-liter full hybrid engine, jointly developed by Renault and Geely, capable of delivering 155 hp. It is paired with a multimode automatic transmission with four gears for the internal combustion engine and two for the electric motor. Compared to the old 1.6-liter, the new engine offers a 6% increase in torque, significantly improving the car’s responsiveness.
With a starting price of €29,300 , the Bigster Full Hybrid presents itself as one of the most accessible alternatives in the C-segment, ideal for those looking for an economical but modern and well-equipped SUV.
NISSAN QASQHAI.
The Nissan Qashqai e-Power represents a unique take on the hybrid, thanks to original technology that clearly differentiates this model from the competition . The wheels are powered solely by the electric motor, while the gasoline engine acts exclusively as a generator to produce energy. For 2025, Nissan has introduced a new generation of the e-Power system: the electric motor delivers 205 hp , with immediate and progressive torque, while the generator is a new 1.5-liter three-cylinder turbocharged engine. The 2.1 kWh battery remains unchanged, but the package promises fuel economy (up to 4.5 l/100 km) and a total range of over 1,200 km. The driving experience is even closer to that of an electric car thanks to improved soundproofing and reduced vibrations. Updates to the infotainment and ADAS systems are also included. The new Qashqai will be available after the summer, while the price list has not yet been made public. For reference, the current version starts at €37,900.
MG HS HYBRID+
Closing out our list is the MG HS Hybrid+, one of the most compelling options for those seeking brilliant performance at a relatively affordable price. After its debut in the UK, it arrives in Italy with a completely new hybrid system. The powertrain combines a 142 hp 1.5 turbo petrol engine with a 198 hp electric motor , for a total power output of 224 hp and a maximum torque of 340 Nm. All of this is managed by a two-speed automatic transmission , designed to ensure a smooth and responsive response.
Performance is top-notch: 0-100 km/h acceleration in 7.9 seconds and a top speed of 190 km/h. The 1.8 kWh battery provides continuous support to the internal combustion engine without negatively impacting fuel consumption. There are two trim levels in the range in Italy: Comfort, from €31,990 , and Luxury, from €34,490.