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2013 Ford Fusion Hybrid

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2013 Best Hybrid Car for the Money, 2013 Best Hybrid Car for Families

Excellent fuel economy, strong performance, great reliability and safety scores, a roomy interior and stylish exterior help ... Read full review »

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Overall:8.9
Critics' Rating:8.9
Performance:8.4
Interior:8.1
Safety:9.6
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2013 Toyota Camry Hybrid

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The 2013 Toyota Camry Hybrid ranks high in its class for its strong hybrid performance and large cabin. Read full review »

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Overall:8.7
Critics' Rating:8.6
Performance:8.4
Interior:7.8
Safety:9.4
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2013 Toyota Prius

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2013 Best Hatchback for Families

The Prius isn’t thrilling to drive, but reviewers say its high fuel economy ratings, spacious trunk and roomy ... Read full review »

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Overall:8.6
Critics' Rating:8.7
Performance:7.5
Interior:8.0
Safety:9.4
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2013 Toyota Prius c

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The 2013 Toyota Prius c has impressive gas mileage and easy-to-use tech and climate features, but test drivers complain about its underpowered engine.    Read full review »

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Overall:8.6
Critics' Rating:9.2
Performance:6.6
Interior:7.2
Safety:9.8
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2013 Toyota Prius V

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The 2013 Toyota Prius v offers plenty of cargo and passenger space, plus outstanding fuel economy. If you want an upmarket interior and decent performance, however, you'll need ... Read full review »

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Overall:8.6
Critics' Rating:9.1
Performance:7.5
Interior:8.7
Safety:9.4
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2013 Hyundai Sonata Hybrid

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A long warranty, high-quality interior and lots of standard features make the 2013 Sonata Hybrid a good value for a hybrid, but some reviewers think its powertrain ... Read full review »

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Overall:8.5
Critics' Rating:8.6
Performance:7.6
Interior:8.3
Safety:9.6
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2013 Chevrolet Volt

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The 2013 Chevrolet Volt offers the fuel savings of an electric car along with the unlimited range of a gas engine. However, some test drivers say that it’s not ... Read full review »

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Overall:8.4
Critics' Rating:8.8
Performance:8.2
Interior:6.3
Safety:9.6
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2013 Ford C-Max Hybrid

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The 2013 Ford C-Max gets 47 miles per gallon and is more fun to drive than the Toyota Prius v, yet some test drivers say the ride is harsh, ... Read full review »

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Overall:8.3
Critics' Rating:8.8
Performance:7.8
Interior:7.1
Safety:9.0
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2012 Honda CR-Z

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Test drivers think the 2012 Honda CR-Z is the best-performing hybrid car on the market, but warn shoppers that it isn’t the most fuel-efficient or spacious one available. Read full review »

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Overall:8.1
Critics' Rating:8.3
Performance:7.5
Interior:7.4
Safety:9.2
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  • MSRP: $35,200 - $37,250
  • MPG: N/A

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2012 Nissan Leaf

The 2012 Nissan Leaf is environmentally friendly, but a lot of car buyers may find its limited range and cramped interior hard to live with. Read full review »

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Overall:8.0
Critics' Rating:8.1
Performance:8.1
Interior:8.0
Safety:9.4
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2013 Toyota Avalon Hybrid

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It’s not the most fun-to-drive car in the class, but test drivers say the all-new 2013 Toyota Avalon Hybrid offers great fuel economy and a comfortable, well-equipped ... Read full review »

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Overall:7.9
Critics' Rating:7.5
Performance:6.5
Interior:8.9
Safety:9.4
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2013 Ford Fusion Energi

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Great fuel economy and a luxurious interior make the Fusion Energi an appealing choice, but auto critics agree that because of the Energi’s high price, the less ... Read full review »

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Overall:7.8
Critics' Rating:7.2
Performance:6.5
Interior:8.0
Safety:9.8
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  • MSRP: $24,200 - $26,900
  • MPG: 44 City / 44 Hwy

#13
2012 Honda Civic Hybrid

While test drivers are impressed with the 2012 Honda Civic Hybrid’s improved fuel economy ratings, they are disappointed with its bland interior and predictable exterior. Read full review »

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Overall:7.7
Critics' Rating:7.6
Performance:7.2
Interior:7.7
Safety:9.8
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2013 Volkswagen Jetta Hybrid

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The 2013 Volkswagen Jetta Hybrid impresses reviewers with its powerful, turbocharged engine and ample cabin space, but it doesn’t offer much cargo room.  Read full review »

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Overall:7.7
Critics' Rating:8.0
Performance:8.3
Interior:8.0
Safety:9.4
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2013 Kia Optima Hybrid

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The Kia Optima Hybrid’s powertrain falls short of reviewers’ expectations and its fuel economy isn’t as good as rival hybrids’, but its long list of standard features ... Read full review »

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Overall:7.6
Critics' Rating:7.6
Performance:7.0
Interior:7.6
Safety:10.0
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2013 Ford Focus Electric

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While test drivers say the 2013 Ford Focus Electric’s performance is similar to the gas-only version, they say its range and small cargo area limit its usefulness. Read full review »

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Overall:7.5
Critics' Rating:7.1
Performance:7.9
Interior:7.4
Safety:10.0
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2013 Toyota Prius Plug-in

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Reviewers like that the Prius Plug-in can drive in electric-only mode and has great fuel economy, but they’re disappointed with its subpar cabin materials and lackluster performance. Read full review »

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Overall:7.5
Critics' Rating:6.8
Performance:7.2
Interior:7.5
Safety:9.4
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2013 Honda Insight

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The 2013 Honda Insight may attract shoppers with good fuel economy and a low price, but test drivers say that the Toyota Prius c offers more standard features and better ... Read full review »

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Overall:7.2
Critics' Rating:6.8
Performance:7.1
Interior:6.9
Safety:9.8
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  • MSRP: $25,000 - $28,000
  • MPG: N/A

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2013 Smart Fortwo Electric Drive

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According to test drivers, the 2013 Smart Fortwo Electric Drive has good acceleration and a spacious cabin, but it also has very little cargo space and dead ... Read full review »

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Overall:7.1
Critics' Rating:7.2
Performance:6.5
Interior:7.2
Safety:9.3
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