# U.S. News & World Report Unveils their Opinion on Best Hybrid and Electric Vehicles

- Link: https://greenlivingguy.com/2018/04/u-s-news-world-report-unveils-their-opinion-on-best-hybrid-and-electric-vehicles/
- Published: 2018-04-27T01:41:42-04:00
- Author: greenlivingguy

![Test drive article of 2014 toyota camry hybrid electric car on answers Com](https://
i0.wp.com/greenlivingguy.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/03/2014-01-10-18-27-55-e1610697906244.
jpg?resize=193%2C258&quality=52&ssl=1 "2014-01-10 18.27.55 - The Green Living Guy")

Toyota Camry Hybrid best MPG 621 mpg

#### **_Their review has Chevrolet Bolt EV beats Tesla Model S for Best EV_**

Washington, D.C. – April 17, 2018 – U.S. News & World Report, publisher of Best 
Cars for the Money and Best Vehicle Brands, unveiled the Best Hybrid and Electric
Cars. In addition this ranking Covering six categories. The awards highlight the
best hybrids, [plug-in hybrids](https://greenlivingguy.com/2013/10/test-results-for-toyota-prius-plug-in-hybrid-electric-car-2013/)
and [EVs](https://greenlivingguy.com/2014/08/know-how-to-boost-sales-of-evs-theres-money-available-for-great-ideas/)
on the market.

“Electrified vehicles are now mainstream, with offerings from every major automaker,”
says Jamie Page Deaton, managing editor of U.S. News Best Cars. “These awards show
that an affordable hybrid, plug-in or EV can help consumers save money and reduce
their carbon footprint. While luxury models may not provide the same value as hybrids
and EVs from mainstream brands, they allow consumers to make a positive environmental
impact without compromising performance or luxury.”

![](https://i0.wp.com/greenlivingguy.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/04/image001.jpg?
resize=138%2C35&quality=52&ssl=1 "image001 - The Green Living Guy")

## **_2018 Best Hybrid and Electric Cars_**

Best EV

Best Hybrid Car

Best Hybrid SUV

Best Plug-In Hybrid

Best Luxury Hybrid

Best Luxury Plug-In Hybrid

[Chevrolet Bolt EV](https://greenlivingguy.com/2018/04/electrolux-steps-up-commitment-to-climate-action-with-approved-science-based-targets/)

[Hyundai Ioniq](https://greenlivingguy.com/2016/01/7-evs-im-psyched-for-in-2016/)

Kia Niro

Toyota [Prius Prime](https://greenlivingguy.com/2020/06/walkable-green-neighborhoods-key-to-safer-future/)

[Lexus NX Hybrid](https://greenlivingguy.com/2015/06/study-hazardous-chemicals-found-in-popular-child-car-seats/)

BMW 3 Series plugin hybrid

In addition, The winning models across six categories have the best combination 
of price, performance in the U.S. News Best Cars rankings and mpg, mpg-e or EV range.

##### Chevrolet Beat Tesla

In conclusion, Chevrolet Bolt EV beat the Tesla [Model S](https://greenlivingguy.com/2017/07/tesla-model-s-a-luxury-electric-car-icon/)
by a wide margin for Best EV. AS well. the Hyundai Ioniq EV a close third. Finally,
although some Model S trims have a much longer range than the Bolt, the range of
the base Model S is only 21 miles more than the range of the Bolt. Also, the Bolt’s
price is roughly $37,000 less.

### Toyota Prius

Although the Toyota Prius dominates hybrid sales, the [Hyundai Ioniq Hybrid](https://greenlivingguy.com/2026/03/hyundai-sonata-hybrid-limited-2026-test-drive-results/)(
one of three models in the Ioniq line) won Best Hybrid. The Ioniq, which debuted
for 2017, has a lower starting price than the Prius. Plus [Green Living Guy even tested](https://greenlivingguy.com/2024/03/2023-genesis-g90-awd-3-5t-e-supercharger-test-drive-review/)
and yes it’s better fuel economy.

“The Prius is the first – and only – hybrid many car shoppers consider,” Page Deaton
said. “That’s a mistake. Models like the Ioniq offer consumers all the benefits 
of the more established Prius, as well as some extras, all at a lower price.”

However, the Prius line won Best Plug-In Hybrid. So that was so obvious. Plus its
Prime trim on the strength of its high overall score in the U.S. News Best Car Rankings
and its high mpg-e rating since 2007.

[U.S. News & World Report](https://web.archive.org/web/20180615224415/https://www.usnews.com/)

![author avatar](https://secure.gravatar.com/avatar/df91669667126e1290c21ee0342c386e2da19d588d4d9ca6560bd82ed59a9641?
s=300&d=monsterid&r=g)

 greenlivingguy

 The Green Living Guy, Seth Leitman is an independent power producer, a green living
expert, and Editor of the McGraw-Hill, TAB Green Guru Guides. Seth is also an Author,
Radio Host, Reporter, Writer and an Environmental Consultant on green living. The
Green Living Guy writes about green living, green lighting, the green guru guides
and more. Seth's books range from: # Build Your Own Electric Vehicle by Bob Brant
and Seth Leitman (2nd and 3rd editions) # Build Your Own Plug-in Hybrid Electric
Vehicle by Seth Leitman # Build Your Own Electric Motorcycle by Carl Vogel # Green
Lighting by Seth Leitman, Brian Clark Howard and Bill Brinsky # Solar Power For 
Your Home by David Findley # Renewable Energies For Your Home by Russel Gehrke #
Do-it-Yourself Home Energy Audits by David Findley # Build Your Own Small Wind Power
System by Brian Clark Howard and Kevin Shea # and more green living books to follow.

 [See Full Bio](https://greenlivingguy.com/author/greenlivingguy/) [  ](https://greenlivingguy.com/author/greenlivingguy/)