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Best cheap hybrid cars for sale in 2024

Hybrids are a great way to save on those fuel bills. They pair an economical petrol or diesel engine with a battery to maximise efficiency, and you don't have to spend a fortune to get your hands on a good one. Some advocates see hybrids as a stop-gap technology for people who aren't ready to switch from a conventional petrol or diesel car to a full electric model, but for many the ability to cruise around in smooth zero-emission mode at low speeds, with an engine kicking in when needed, is the perfect powertrain type.

Here are some great hybrids that won’t break the bank, starting with our picks of the bunch. Do note these are conventional 'self-charging' hybrid models, rather than being plug-in hybrids. But if you're after a rundown of the best PHEVs, we've got one of those, too.

Dacia Jogger
2024
Smart Spender Award

1. Dacia Jogger

9/10
Dacia Jogger review
The Dacia Jogger is one of the best-value new cars you can buy, because it has seven seats and loads of space inside, but costs the same as some small hatchbacks. It's really comfortable and despite its size, is easy to drive, especially with the hybrid engine and its smooth automatic gearbox.
Nissan Qashqai
2024
Family Values Award
Highly Commended

2. Nissan Qashqai

8/10
Nissan Qashqai review
You can think of the Nissan Qashqai as the car which revolutionised family transport and started the craze for high-riding family cars. It offers practicality in spades and is available with an efficient hybrid engine. It’s not the most fun SUV to drive, however that’s a very small fly in an otherwise very pleasant ointment.

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Hyundai Kona

3. Hyundai Kona

7/10
Hyundai Kona review
If you want a car with plenty of standard kit, the peace of mind of a five-year warranty and an economical hybrid system, the Hyundai Kona Hybrid could be for you. The latest model is really spacious and it's super-comfortable, too.
Honda Jazz

4. Honda Jazz

7/10
Honda Jazz review
The Honda Jazz is a no-nonsense, practical hatchback which is packed full of clever features to make life easier. You get plenty of passenger space, loads of standard equipment and it’s easy to drive around town. It should return over 60mpg as well. Shame the boot isn't the biggest, though.
Renault Clio

5. Renault Clio

9/10
Renault Clio review
You’d be forgiven for thinking you were sitting in a much more expensive car when you get into the Renault Clio, as it has one of the more premium interiors in this class. Combine this with a huge boot and an efficient powertrain and you’re onto a winner. Although it’s not the most comfortable supermini on the market.
Toyota Yaris Hybrid

6. Toyota Yaris

8/10
Toyota Yaris Hybrid review
The Toyota Yaris is one of very few superminis to offer a fuel-sipping hybrid powertrain. It’s a lot more than just economical though, as the Yaris offers plenty of standard equipment and is fun to drive as well. The engine can be a bit noisy under acceleration, but it’s smooth and refined once you’re up to speed.
Toyota Yaris Cross
2024
Urban Living Award
Highly Commended

7. Toyota Yaris Cross

8/10
Toyota Yaris Cross review
If the Toyota Yaris appeals to you, but you’re after something with a lofty SUV driving position, the Yaris Cross fits the bill. It offers similar economy to the Yaris, but the visibility is even better and it has a spacious boot. It’s just a shame the infotainment system isn’t the slickest.
Toyota Corolla Touring Sports

8. Toyota Corolla Touring Sports

8/10
Toyota Corolla Touring Sports review
Toyota is also good at making larger, more practical hybrids, as proven by the Corolla Touring Sports. The cavernous boot is perfect for swallowing up family clobber and it’s very relaxing to drive as well. The gearbox may be a bit noisy at times, but the Corolla should return close to 60mpg.
Suzuki Vitara

9. Suzuki Vitara

6/10
Suzuki Vitara review
Few SUVs offer value for money like the Suzuki Vitara. You can enjoy generous interior space, loads of standard equipment and the hybrid engine is fuel efficient. It may not be the most exciting choice, however the Vitara is comfortable to drive and the cabin feels well screwed together.
Renault Captur

10. Renault Captur

8/10
Renault Captur review
Battery range up to 28 miles
The Renault Captur is not just a great looking crossover, it offers decent economy from its 1.6-litre hybrid engine, or you can have a plug-in hybrid version if you want to get a taste of EV motoring. The Captur is practical too, offering a massive boot and plenty of rear seat space. The infotainment isn’t the best on the market though.

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The cheapest hybrid model you can buy right now is the Toyota Yaris Hybrid or the Renault Clio E-Tech hybrid, both starting from around £22,000.

Currently, the cheapest plug-in hybrid you can buy is the MG HS. 

For a jacked-up driving position on a budget, the cheapest hybrid SUV is the Toyota Yaris Cross.

A self-charging hybrid is essentially a petrol-electric car that does not require plugging in, the battery being charged by braking energy and the engine. As such, the Toyota Yaris Hybrid and the Renault Clio E-Tech are among the cheapest self-charging hybrids currently on sale.

Mild hybrid cars should not be thought of in the same manner as self-charging hybrid cars, because essentially they are conventional petrol and diesel models with sophisticated stop-start systems that can, for example, turn off the engine occasionally when freewheeling downhill, or use the car's alternator to boost initial acceleration. They cannot run on electric power alone. One example of an affordable mild hybrid is the Ford Puma, though this technology is available throughout most car makers' ranges.

How cheap a hybrid car is to run depends on the hybrid car, how heavy your right foot is, and what type of driving you do. If you do a fair amount of town driving and are easy on the accelerator, than yes, a hybrid car is likely to be cheaper to run than a conventional vehicle. If you make lots of motorway journeys, you're less likely to see much of a difference. If you're thinking of plug-in hybrid cars, these can be cheaper if you plug them in regularly and can make use of low-tariff electricity prices, but you'll have to offset this against the higher purchase prices PHEVs bring - although this can itself be offset by low company car tax rates, if your employer provides a vehicle to you.

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