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The Top 10 PHEV/Plug-In Hybrid SUVs in Canada for 2025: Our Choices

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Dan Heyman
Plug-in hybrid-electric models are a worthy alternative to the all-electric option, and the choice is more varied than ever.

Lexus NX 450h+

Lexus NX 450h
Lexus NX 450h | Photo: Lexus

The Lexus NX has been a hot seller for Toyota’s luxury brand, what with its great looks, its interior tech (it was the NX that debuted Lexus’ all new digital cockpit) and strong dynamics. Those dynamics are backed up by 304 horses from the hybrid powertrain, enough to get you up to highway speeds in no time even with the added weight of the battery and EV powertrain.

Lexus NX 450h, in profile
Lexus NX 450h, in profile | Photo: Lexus
Lexus NX 450h, charging port
Lexus NX 450h, charging port | Photo: Lexus

If you’re looking for a little more space and panache, then the larger RX 450h+ is worth a look.

Lexus RX/NX 450h+ electric range: 60 km

Mazda CX-90 PHEV

Mazda CX-90 PHEV
Mazda CX-90 PHEV | Photo: D.Boshouwers

The CX-90 three-row SUV served as a beacon for what Mazda’s stylistic and engineering future was going to look like. Style-wise, its widened five-point grille, narrow headlamp lenses, long-hood and colour and wheel choices make it possibly the best-looking vehicle on this list.

Inside, the CX-90 gets all manner of luxury touches, especially in top-flight GT spec where it incorporates real leather seating and premium Bose audio. There are three trims altogether, however, so there should be a CX-90 to fit any budget.

Mazda CX-90 PHEV electric range: 42 km

Mazda CX-90 PHEV, in profile
Mazda CX-90 PHEV, in profile | Photo: D.Boshouwers
Mazda CX-90 PHEV, interior
Mazda CX-90 PHEV, interior | Photo: D.Boshouwers
Dan Heyman
Dan Heyman
Automotive expert
  • Over 12 years' experience as an automotive journalist
  • More than 70 test drives in the past year
  • Participation in over 150 new vehicle launches in the presence of the brand's technical specialists