New Hybrid Cars Available In 2025 – TopSpeed

If you’re looking for a hybrid vehicle (HEV) or waiting for upcoming models, it’s worth noting that there actually aren’t that many new hybrid cars releasing this year. Many of the new 2025 models went on sale in 2024 and are already able to be picked up. There are currently six new hybrid vehicles releasing at different points of the year, and while it’s a small batch of options, the diversity is like none other. Whether you’re looking for a hybrid SUV centered around adventure, luxurious SUVs that make you feel like a million bucks, or sports cars that range from high-end to affordable, 2025 is the year that will offer them all.

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2025 Subaru Forester Hybrid

Starting Price: $34,995

The 2025 Subaru Forester Hybrid is one of the most highly anticipated new hybrid cars set to be released later this year. The Japanese car brand has kept most details on the Forester Hybrid under wraps, but the information that they did relay sets this adventure SUV up to look very promising.

Diving into the performance of the 2025 Forester Hybrid, Subaru takes a unique route compared to its competition with its 2.5-liter Boxer flat-four hybrid engine. This unit is paired with a 1.1-kWh battery pack located underneath the second row of seating and two electric motors. This system is projected to deliver 194 horsepower. When it comes to efficiency, Subaru doesn’t have a definite answer but estimates that it will offer 35 MPG combined and a 16.6-gallon fuel tank. If you do the math, the 2025 Subaru Forester Hybrid will come with at least 500 miles of driving range. Similar to the RAV4 Hybrid, the Forester Hybrid will run on two electric motors, but the main difference is that its two electric motors are located in the transmission bell housing along with a unique mechanical symmetrical all-wheel drive system, which Subaru claims to offer better all-wheel drive performance.

Performance And Fuel Economy Specifications

This is one of the better-looking new hybrids, and the overall design and interior are the real show-stoppers. The design stays the same, as seen on the recently redesigned non-electric Forester. The only indication that this is a hybrid is the multiple badging on the exterior. Subaru offers this hybrid in four trims: base Premium, Sport, Limited, and the top-of-the-line Touring. Unfortunately, Subaru doesn’t plan to offer it in the Wilderness trim. Some features include LED taillights and headlights, an available panoramic sunroof and multiple roofrail configurations, and a single-outlet chrome exhaust. Regarding cargo space, the 2025 Subaru Forester will offer 69 cubic feet of space.

Diving into the interior of the Subaru Forester Hybrid, the starter trims use a vegan leather material for seating, while the Touring receives upgraded genuine leather. The trims come in soft-touch materials, with some trims boasting Alcántara. Lastly, the Forester Hybrid is one of the newer Subaru models, equipped with a new 12.3-inch full digital gauge cluster, which is customizable. The 11.6-inch Subaru Starline system is located in the center, which comes standard with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto.

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2025 Toyota 4Runner Hybrid

Starting Price: $51,990

While many new hybrid vehicles are set to be released later this year, models such as the Toyota 4Runner Hybrid weren’t thrown in the shadows until its debut. Toyota is one of the car brands to stand at the forefront of the hybrid industry, and while there’s much to discuss with this Japanese automotive manufacturer, the more important area to cover is their new models that utilize its new “i-FORCE MAX” hybrid powertrains. The 4Runner is one of the new hybrids from Toyota that use this setup, with the others being the Tundra and Tacoma.

Toyota did a long-awaited overhaul on the 4Runner, and it’s all you could have asked for. Offered in both a non-electric and hybrid setup, the electrified powertrain is the one to opt for. The 2025 4Runner Hybrid runs on a 2.4-liter turbocharged inline four-cylinder i-FORCE MAX engine. This setup delivers an impressive 326 horsepower and 465 pound-feet of torque. Toyota estimates that it provides a combined fuel economy of 23 MPG. Depending on the trims, it can utilize a part-time or full-time four-wheel drive system. Lastly, the 4Runner Hybrid comes standard with an 8-speed automatic (ECT-i), and offers a maximum towing capacity of 5,800 to 6,000 pounds.

Performance And Fuel Economy Specifications

As always with Toyota, there is much to discuss about the 2025 4Runner Hybrid. Toyota has started to focus some of its hybrids around adventures and off-roading, with all its hybrid trucks and Land Cruiser being prime examples, but the 4Runner is another. Toyota offers it in six trims, with the base at $51,990 and the highest trim, the Trailhunter, at $66,900. Toyota has you covered if you want one that comes stacked with amazing base standard features or one with all the bells and whistles.

On the inside, the 4Runner can be equipped with the standard 8-inch touchscreen or be upgraded to a 14-inch display. The 4Runner has Apple Carplay and Android Auto Connectivity, with additional upgrades such as the 14-speaker JBL audio premium sound system. Each trim comes with its own unique features, and it would take a day just to explore half of the models. Whether you’re looking for one with 33-inch Toyo tires with beefed-up off-roading suspension or a trim that offers the most comfort and premium features, the 4Runner offers it all.

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2025 Lexus LX Hybrid

Starting Price: $115,350

Buckle up because this next new hybrid vehicle is like no other. Lexus recently released its brand-new 2025 LX Hybrid, the most luxurious hybrid SUV you can pick up. Much like its sister company, Toyota, Lexus does an exceptional job designing and engineering new hybrids. Performance is one of its strengths, as can be seen in the LX Hybrid.

This luxurious tank is powered by a 3.4-liter twin-turbo V6 hybrid engine, producing 457 horsepower and 583 pound-feet of torque. While it’s on the larger size, Lexus estimates that the LX Hybrid can complete a 0-60 mile-per-hour sprint in just 6.4 seconds. This new hybrid vehicle comes standard with a 10-speed automatic and a full-time four-wheel drive system. If you weren’t impressed by the immense power, this luxury SUV offers a maximum towing capacity of 8,000 pounds.

Performance And Fuel Economy Specifications

The 2025 Lexus LX Hybrid isn’t going to be the most affordable hybrid; in fact, it’s one of the most expensive hybrids on the market and competes in pricing with hybrid supercars. Lexus offers the LX Hybrid in four trims: Luxury, Ultra Luxury, F-Sport Handling, and Overtrail. The most affordable trim is the Overtrail, which starts at $115,350 and goes up to $141,350 on the Ultra Luxury. Much like the 4Runner, Lexus goes different routes with the LX 700h, with the Overtail offering off-road capabilities with underbody skid plates, 33-inch off-road tires, and specifically tailored suspension. Whereas, the “Luxury” trims bring in all the premiums and more.

With it being one of Lexus’ larger SUVs, it’s a bit disappointing in cargo capacity, with a maximum of 64 cubic feet, which is smaller than other hybrid SUVs such as the Nautilus Hybrid, Grand Highlander Hybrid, and even the Lexus TX Hybrid. With luxury vehicles, the features are endless. Heated and ventilated seating, leather-trimmed seating, semi-aniline leather-trimmed seating, and diamond-stick semi-aniline seating with embossed headrests are just some of the options. Some of the unique features include a coolbox, thematic ambient lighting, massage chairs in each row, and a wide collection of technologies. Once again, the LX 700h is another new hybrid vehicle that is better to explore in person.

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2025 Porsche Carrera 911 GTS

Starting Price: $164,900

Many of these new hybrid cars all have one common theme: they’re all unique in their own way. The most surprising model is the Porsche 911 GTS Hybrid, which barely cuts it as being categorized as an HEV. Porsche is known for many things, and its history and success in the hybrid industry is not one, mainly due to it focusing more on plug-ins and EVs. The Porsche 911 Carrera GTS is the only available hybrid in the lineup and is powered by a 3.6-liter flat-six engine with a T-Hybrid system.

Before diving into what makes this German sports car a hybrid, it comes standard with an eight-speed dual-clutch transmission (PDK) and is offered in rear- or all-wheel drive. It’s a 911, after all, which means power shouldn’t be an issue, which it isn’t since the 911 GTS delivers a whopping 532 horsepower and 449 pound-feet of torque. Unlike most hybrids on the market, the 911 GTS houses an electric turbocharger as well as an electric motor in the transmission, thus making it one of the most unique hybrids to exist.

Performance And Fuel Economy Specifications

Porsche offers the 911 Carrera GTS in a targa top or coupe, with prices ranging from $164,900 to $186,000. While you may have thought the Lexus LX 700h would be the most expensive out of the new hybrids, Porsche said, “I’ll be taking that title.” While the 911 GTS runs on new T-Hybrid technology derived from automotive racing, the overall design and features are what really seal the deal, which is typical of Porsche cars. A car like a 911 doesn’t really need descriptions or breakdowns because perfection can rarely be explained.

The GTS 911 boasts clean lines and sharp contours on the exterior, with every inch optimizing aerodynamics. This unit showcases Porsche’s new HD-Matrix Design Headlights, repping a new signature look. Regarding the interior, the 911 Carrera GTS is equipped with a 12.65-inch instrument cluster and a center display that offers Apple CarPlay connectivity. Porsche is known for its wide range of personalization and offers many material seating options, technologies, and customizable exterior and interior features. Whether outside or inside, Porsche always nails the design, making it obvious why they’re at the pinnacle of performance and quality.

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2026 Subaru Crosstrek Hybrid

Starting Price: N/A

You’re now at the point where you’ll start looking at hybrids offered as 2026 models that will go on sale later this year. Subaru made its appearance earlier with the brand-new Forester Hybrid, but they’re not stopping there, with the Crosstrek being another upcoming hybrid model. While Subaru kept the details on the Forester wrapped, the details on the Crosstrek Hybrid are even more hidden.

It’s expected to house the same hybrid engine seen on the Forester Hybrid, improving performance and efficiency. It’s a Subaru, after all, and one of the key takeaways from this new hybrid car is that it will offer top-notch off-road capabilities. Of course, it will boast a redesign on the exterior and interior; there aren’t any other details to discuss regarding this new hybrid.

Takeaways For The 2026 Subaru Crosstrek Hybrid

• Houses Subaru’s New-Generation e-Boxer Hybrid Powertrain
  • Enhanced Performance
  • Improved Fuel Efficiency
• Standard Symmetrical Full-Time All-Wheel Drive
• Off-Road Capabilities
• Equipped With The Latest EyeSight Driver Assist Technology (Safety Features)
• Redesigned And Freshened Interior
• Exclusive Features For The Hybrid Models
• Arrives In late 2025

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2026 Honda Prelude Hybrid

Starting Price: N/A

The Honda Prelude Hybrid is the last among the new hybrid cars, and the information is just as unknown on the Subaru Crosstrek Hybrid, if not more unknown on the 2026 Honda Prelude Hybrid. You may have heard of the Prelude before, and that’s because this was one of Honda’s most iconic sporty cars, but it was axed in 2001. After 25 years, Honda resurrected this car as one of its new hybrids to celebrate that 25 years of hybrid lineage.

An interesting fact is that Honda was the first brand to mass-produce a hybrid with the Insight, months before the release of the Toyota Prius Hybrid. Honda states that this new hybrid vehicle will be a part of its campaign “Joy Of Driving”. It was an icon in the 90s as a Japanese sports car, and Honda plans to keep it tied to its roots. It is expected to run on many of the mechanical and driving systems of the

Civic Hybrid
, one of the most solid hybrid cars to balance both efficiency and performance.

Takeaways For The 2026 Honda Prelude

• Boasting Honda’s Iconic Sportiness On A Hybrid
• Joining Honda’s Campaign For “Joy Of Driving”
• Mirror Many Driving And Mechanical Systems Of The Civic Hybrid
• Reemergence Of An Icon From Honda
• Celebrates 25 Years With Honda And Hybrids