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Electric & Hybrid

The latest in battery-electric (BEV), hybrid, plug-in hybrid (PHEV) and zero-emission vehicles. From reviews by our trusted road test editors to the latest news, including new models, updates, comparisons, buying guides, and more.

2013 Lincoln MKZ Hybrid First Drive Review

Mid-Size Sedans Amee Reehal -
Lincoln reinvents their luxury midsize sedan and adds some green into the mix with the new hybrid-powered MKZ.

2013 BMW ActiveHybrid 3 Review: Dynamic, Intelligent and Efficient

Compact Sedans Russell Purcell -
The 2013 BMW ActiveHybrid 3 stood out for its powerful combination of a 3.0L inline-6 engine and an electric motor, delivering both performance and efficiency.

2013 Fisker Karma EVer Review: Green, Clean, Earth-Shaking Machine

Electric & Hybrid Mark Hacking -
For those into green speed and something different the 2013 Fisker Karma EVer hybrid luxury sports sedan might do the trick.

2012 Tesla Roadster Sport 2.5 Review: Swift, Salient, Green

Electric & Hybrid Mark Hacking -
We review the 2012 Tesla Roadster Sport 2.5 - A swift, salient, green option for performance-minded drivers.

2012 Buick Regal eAssist Review

Mid-Size Sedans Amee Reehal -
An Underrated Sedan Keeps Getting Better - We review the 2012 Buick Regal eAssist powered by a 115-kW Li-Ion battery, a 15-kW electric motor, and 2.4L engine.

2012 Porsche Panamera S Hybrid Review

Porsche Panamera Russell Purcell -
Electrifying performance in a luxurious package, we review the 2012 Porsche Panamera S Hybrid. A top performer but don't expect the V8 rumble.

2011 Porsche Cayenne S Hybrid Review

EV and Hybrid Reviews Amee Reehal -
Everything you'd expect without the hybrid stigma. We review the 2011 Porsche Cayenne S Hybrid with a 288-volt electric motor and V6 engine.

2011 Lexus CT200h Review: The Fifth Hybrid in the Lexus Lineup

Compact Sedans Amee Reehal -
Renowned for their hybrid luxury product line, Lexus adds a fifth hybrid to the stable with the all-new 2011 Lexus CT200h.

2009 Lexus GS450h Review

EV and Hybrid Reviews Amee Reehal -
We review the 2009 Lexus GS450h with the new 3.5-litre V6-based Hybrid Synergy Drive engine making 339-hp and 267 lb-ft of torque.

2009 GMC Yukon Hybrid Review: A Fuel-Efficient 8-Passenger SUV?

Full-Size SUV 8 Seaters Amee Reehal -
Is the 2009 GMC Yukon Hybrid 4WD really a fuel-efficient full-size SUV? We hit the road for a boy's golf trip to the mountains to find out.
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