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June 22, 2026

Save on gas with these five used plug-in hybrid vehicles

  • Plug-in hybrids are a great way to dip your toes into the electric vehicle pool without completely giving up the convenience of gasoline.
    • By CHRISTIAN WARDLAW
    Edmunds

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    The Hyundai Tucson Plug-in Hybrid provides up to an EPA-estimated 33 miles of electric range while offering 35 mpg in combined city and highway driving.

    Are you looking to buy a vehicle that will help you avoid today's high gas prices? A plug-in hybrid electric vehicle might be the answer. These are hybrid vehicles that drive like a regular hybrid but have a rechargeable battery that lets you drive a short distance on all-electric power. Frequently charging the battery at home can significantly reduce your gasoline use. The issue many shoppers encounter, however, is price. A new plug-in hybrid is typically a lot more expensive than a regular hybrid. That's where buying a used plug-in hybrid comes into play.


     
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