In Canada, hybrid SUVs are currently the golden ticket. We’re embracing them en masse for their combination of space, comfort, all-weather functionality, practicality, and relative fuel efficiency. In fact, hybrid SUVs are in such high demand in Canada right now that most have wait times on the order of months or even years.
If you’re among the Canadians currently shopping for a hybrid SUV but you’re also feeling the pressure of today’s economy, check out this list of the 10 cheapest hybrid SUVs you can buy in Canada in 2025. We’re looking exclusively at conventional hybrids on this list, which are sometimes called self-charging hybrids. These low-emission vehicles recharge through regenerative braking and run on electric power automatically as you drive, so they don’t need to be plugged in. However, the disclaimer is unlike plug-in hybrid SUVs (PHEVs), conventional hybrids can’t drive exclusively on electric power for long distances.
The vehicles listed come with the modern amenities Canadians have come to expect such as heated front seats, touchscreen infotainment systems with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, and important safety features and driver assistance technologies like cruise control. (Features such as adaptive cruise control and blind spot monitoring may cost extra in some cases.) Hybrids also typically come with extended warranty periods for hybrid-specific powertrain components.
Prices listed include manufacturer’s suggested retail price (MSRP) plus destination charges and dealer fees but not options or sales taxes. While current at time of publication, prices are subject to change.
The Cheapest Hybrid SUVs in Canada in 2025
- Kia Niro Hybrid ($33,652)
- Toyota Corolla Cross Hybrid ($37,710)
- Toyota RAV4 Hybrid ($39,570)
- Kia Sportage Hybrid ($41,756)
- Ford Escape Hybrid ($42,444)
- Hyundai Santa Fe Hybrid ($45,280)
- Hyundai Tucson Hybrid ($46,134)
- Lexus UX 300h ($47,945)
- Kia Sorento Hybrid ($48,606)
- Honda CR-V Hybrid ($50,207)
- Why are there no plug-in hybrids on this list?
- Frequently Asked Questions
Kia Niro Hybrid ($33,652)
The Kia Niro Hybrid remains the most affordable new hybrid SUV in Canada for 2025 with a starting price of $33,652. This is roughly a $500 increase over the 2024 model. including fees for the base The Niro Hybrid the most affordable of the nameplate’s three powertrain options, which also includes a plug-in hybrid version and a battery electric vehicle (BEV). In the hybrid, four trims are offered, all of which include a 1.6-litre four-cylinder engine paired with an electric motor to produce a combined 139 horsepower and 195 pound-feet of torque. The Niro Hybrid also one of the most fuel-efficient vehicles you can buy that doesn’t require a plug, rated at 4.5 litres per 100 kilometres in city driving, 4.4 on the highway, and 4.4 combined, which is the best hybrid fuel economy available on the Canadian market. However, unlike many of the vehicles on this list, the Niro Hybrid is front-wheel drive (FWD) only.
Kia Niro Review
Toyota Corolla Cross Hybrid ($37,710)
The Toyota Corolla Cross Hybrid is another frugal option for a hybrid car. This subcompact crossover was entirely new in North America for 2022, and the hybrid powertrain was added for 2023. The most affordable grade of the 2025 Toyota Corolla Cross Hybrid in Canada is the SE, priced at $37,710 with fees. This is roughly a $300 increase versus 2024 pricing. An XSE trim is also offered with power seats, an upgraded audio system, larger wheels, and more upgrades. Both trims come with standard all-wheel drive (AWD) and come with a 2.0-litre four-cylinder engine and hybrid drive system making 196 hp and 139 lb-ft of combined torque. Both versions average 5.2 L/100 km in city driving, 6.2 on the highway, and 5.6 combined.
Toyota RAV4 Hybrid ($39,570)
You don’t have to stray far to find the third-most affordable hybrid SUV in Canada. The 2025 Toyota RAV4 Hybrid is a compact SUV, one size class up from the Corolla Cross Hybrid, and carries a starting price in Canada of $39,570 for its LE grade. That’s roughly a $500 jump from 2024 pricing. The RAV4 is one of Canada’s most popular vehicles, and as such Toyota offers the hybrid version in five different trims. Some are offered with available packages, including the Woodland Edition that was introduced for 2023. Every RAV4 Hybrid comes with a 2.5-litre four-cylinder engine and hybrid drive, plus standard AWD. Natural Resources Canada rates all five trims at 5.8 L/100 km city, 6.3 highway, and 6.0 combined. With the mid-size Venza discontinued and its Crown Signia replacement getting a much higher price, and the Toyota Highlander Hybrid being priced a tick too high to qualify, the RAV4 is the largest Toyota vehicle on this list. This is expected to be the final model year for the RAV4’s fifth generation with a new one expected to launch for 2026.
Kia Sportage Hybrid ($41,756)
The Kia Sportage compact SUV was fully redesigned for 2023 and is available in gas-powered, hybrid, and plug-in hybrid versions. The 2025 Kia Sportage Hybrid is well-packaged with desirable features in the Hybrid EX trim, which starts in Canada at $41,756. That’s roughly a $2,000 increase versus 2024 pricing. It includes a heated steering wheel, a 12.3-inch infotainment system, a wireless charging pad, and more. Both the Hybrid EX and the upgraded Hybrid SX trims come with a 1.6-litre turbo four-cylinder engine and hybrid drive system producing 177 hp and 195 lb-ft of torque sent to standard mechanical AWD. Fuel consumption estimates for both trims are 6.1 L/100 km city, 6.3 highway, and 6.2 combined.
Kia Sportage Review
Ford Escape Hybrid ($43,044)
Amid a sea of Japanese and Korean offerings, the Ford Escape Hybrid is Detroit’s only entry onto this list of Canada’s most affordable hybrid SUVs. The Escape’s hybrid powertrain is offered on four of its five trims, starting from the ST-Line trim one level above base. A plug-in hybrid electric car is also available as the Escape’s top trim. The 2024 Ford Escape Hybrid is priced in Canada starting at $43,044. All versions come with a 2.5-litre four-cylinder engine, using Atkinson cycle for improved efficiency, matched with a 94 kW electric motor, an electronic continuously variable transmission (CVT), and FWD or available AWD. Total system power output equals 163 hp and 155 lb-ft of torque. Fuel consumption ratings are the same with either drivetrain option at 5.6 L/100 km city, 6.5 highway, and 6.0 combined.
Hyundai Santa Fe Hybrid ($45,280)
There are only two mid-size SUVs on this list, and the fifth-generation Hyundai Santa Fe is the most affordable of them with a starting price of $45,280. Interestingly, the entry-level Preferred trim is the only one that’s available as a hybrid, while the Santa Fe’s three higher trims are all gas engine only. The Santa Fe was redesigned for the 2024 model year and went from a dedicated two-row crossover to a three-row SUV with seating for seven and a much boxier and more futuristic look. The 1.6-litre turbocharged four-cylinder engine and hybrid drive system produce a combined system output of 231 hp and 271 lb-ft of torque. It includes standard AWD, a 12.3-inch touchscreen infotainment system, 18-inch alloy wheels, and a proximity-activated hands-free liftgate, among other features. Fuel economy measures up at 6.8 L/100 km city, 6.9 highway, and 6.9 combined.
Hyundai Tucson Hybrid ($46,134)
While the Hyundai Tucson Hybrid and Kia Sportage Hybrid are closely related, it’s interesting that the packaging has ended up being different between the two brands. While Kia offers a lower-priced entry trim, Hyundai Canada limits the Tucson’s hybrid powertrain to the SUV’s top two trims, the N Line and Ultimate Hybrid. Both are packaged with standard AWD and include the same 1.6-litre turbocharged four-cylinder engine and hybrid drive system as found in the Sportage, though the horsepower figure is slightly higher at 180 hp to go with the 195 lb-ft of torque. Fuel consumption is also slightly higher at 6.7 L/100 km city, 6.7 highway, and 6.7 combined. And at 1,097 litres with the rear seats up, it also has an excellent amount of cargo space. The 2025 Hyundai Tucson Hybrid has a Canadian new car starting price of $46,134, an increase of roughly $2,900 versus 2024.
Lexus UX 300h ($47,945)
The Lexus UX hybrid subcompact crossover sits in a grey area: while Lexus identifies it as a crossover or SUV, NRCan lists it in its car section, suggesting it’s more of a hatchback. Still, at 16 centimetres of ground clearance, most subcompact SUV buyers will be open to accepting the UX as an SUV for luxury commuting. Sold in a single trim level in Canada, the refreshed 2025 Lexus UX 300h sells for $47,945, a roughly $1,600 increase versus 2024. Its 2.0-litre four-cylinder engine and hybrid drive system provide standard AWD along with a combined 181 hp and 140 lb-ft of torque. According to NRCan, you can expect fuel efficiency of 5.3 L/100 km city, 5.9 highway, and 5.6 combined.
Kia Sorento Hybrid ($48,606)
Kia Sorento Hybrid saw the biggest price jump in base price year over year among vehicles on this list with a roughly $7,400 increase versus 2024. This is in part because the basic LX trim has been dropped, and the mid EX trim is the Sorento Hybrid’s new entry model. Both the Hybrid EX and the Hybrid SX trims include second-row captain’s chairs and seating for up to six, but bear in mind the third row here is not especially roomy for everyday use, which is something to assess for yourself on a test drive. Still, with fuel economy ratings of 7.0 L/100 km in the city, 6.9 on the highway, and 7.0 combined, the Sorento Hybrid is a frugal choice for those who occasionally need a bit more room. It also comes with standard AWD and gets 227 hp and 258 lb-ft of torque from its 1.6-litre turbocharged four-cylinder engine mated to an electric motor. The 2025 Kia Sorento Hybrid has a starting price in Canada of $48,606.
Honda CR-V Hybrid ($50,207)
The Honda CR-V Hybrid holds down the final spot in our list of the most affordable hybrid SUVs in Canada for 2025 for the second year in a row. Pricing for the 2025 Honda CR-V Hybrid starts in Canada at $50,207 for the EX-L trim, which is $1,800 more than the 2024 price. EX-L is the second-highest trim in the line-up ahead of the Touring, which adds a $2,500 premium. CR-V Hybrid buyers receive a 2.0-litre four-cylinder engine with a hybrid system making a combined system output of 204 hp and 247 lb-ft, powering AWD. Fuel efficiency averages 6.0 L/100 km city, 6.9 hwy, and 6.4 combined.
Why are there no plug-in hybrids on this list?
Plug-in hybrid SUVs tend to be more expensive and the rebates they qualify for vary significantly across the country, so it’s not possible to provide a fair pricing comparison for them here. However, in provinces with generous rebates, some PHEVs may be comparable to the hybrid vehicles listed here. If you live in British Columbia, Nova Scotia, New Brunswick, or Prince Edward Island, this is worth looking into in more detail.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs):
What are the advantages of a hybrid SUV?
Hybrid SUVs offer more power and good fuel economy relative to equivalent vehicles that are exclusively gas-powered. They also typically provide access to features such as all-wheel drive and high ground clearance.
What is the cheapest hybrid SUV in Canada?
The most affordable hybrid SUV in Canada for 2024 is the all-new Kia Niro Hybrid, priced at $32,583 including fees.
What is the fuel economy of a hybrid SUV?
Depending on the size and features equipped, a hybrid SUV’s fuel economy typically ranges from roughly 5.5 to 9.5 L/100 km combined.
