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Best Hybrid SUVs under $70k
1.Hyundai Tucson
8.1
2 badges available
$38,350 - $59,850*MRLP
What we love
- -Smooth, powerful and efficient hybrid system
- -Roomy interior with great technology, big boot
- -N Line package adds worthwhile equipment to base model
What we don't
- -Servicing could be cheaper, with longer intervals
- -Speed limit warning can be annoying, though it’s not hard to turn off
- -Nexen tyres not particularly grippy
2.Lexus LBX
8.0
3 badges available
$47,550 - $76,490*MRLP
What we love
- -Brilliantly fun and snarling powertrain
- -Ride comfort not compromised by performance focus
- -Nicely appointed cabin, up front anyway...
What we don't
- -... lacking in second-row comfort
- -Small boot and cargo capacity
- -Fuel consumption a touch high
3.Toyota Kluger
7.9
3 badges available
$62,410 - $85,135*MRLP
What we love
- -Interior is practical – and looks good
- -Affordable servicing costs for a car of this size
- -Thoughtful touches such as wide-opening boot and doors
What we don't
- -The highest spec is costly
- -It's not the most stylish car
- -Could do with ISOFIX in the third row to be truly family-friendly
4.Honda CR-V
7.8
2 badges available
$41,900 - $59,900*MRLP
What we love
- -Dirt-cheap servicing program
- -Smooth hand-off between petrol and electric power
- -Sharp driving character
What we don't
- -Missing key spec inclusions
- -Limited head room in second row
- -Hybrid powertrain locked to flagship specification
5.Hyundai Santa Fe
7.8
3 badges available
$53,650 - $77,150*MRLP
What we love
- -Brisk performance from the turbo-four
- -Thoughtful and spacious cabin
- -Excellent ride comfort and good handling
What we don't
- -Uses twice as much fuel as a hybrid
- -Hesitant dual-clutch from standstill
- -Short 10,000km service intervals
6.Subaru Forester
7.8
6 badges available
$43,490 - $55,990*MRLP
What we love
- -Hybrid brings genuine fuel savings
- -Off-road ability remains excellent for the class
- -Improved ride comfort and handling
What we don't
- -Performance isn't exactly thrilling
- -No spare wheel for hybrid variants
- -Interior feels a step behind in terms of design
7.Toyota Corolla Cross
7.8
4 badges available
$37,440 - $50,990*MRLP
What we love
- -Well-equipped for the price
- -Powertrain is economical and willing
- -Rides rougher roads with aplomb
What we don't
- -Boot is on the small side
- -Cabin needs more storage options
- -Petrol engine can become thrashy when pushed
8.Hyundai Kona
7.7
4 badges available
$32,950 - $71,000*MRLP
What we love
- -Fuel-sipping hybrid powertrain
- -Head-turning looks
- -Very practical for a small SUV
What we don't
- -Sporty looks at odds with unsporting dynamics
- -Price puts it above some (smaller) electric cars
- -Expensive to service
9.Nissan QASHQAI
7.7
6 badges available
$34,665 - $54,365*MRLP
What we love
- -Vibrant Magnetic Blue paint
- -Hybrid versions available for less money
- -Good levels of spec as standard
What we don't
- -Space is tight
- -No powered tailgate
- -Ride can be busy
10.Toyota RAV4
7.7
5 badges available
$42,260 - $58,360*MRLP
What we love
- -Soft ride, even over harsh speed bumps
- -Cheap to service
- -Comfortable seating front and back
What we don't
- -Out-of-date looks and tech
- -The FWD hybrid can't tow much at all
- -Fuel use is much higher than claimed
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* ‘MRLP’ is the manufacturer’s recommended list price as provided by our data provider and is subject to change, so is provided to you for indicative purposes only. Please note that MRLP is inclusive of GST, but is exclusive of any options and does not include on-road costs such as registration, CTP, stamp duty and dealer delivery. Where an MRLP is stated as a price range, this reflects the lowest to highest MRLP provided for that model range across the available variants.
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