Plug-in hybrids may be your best weapon against high gas prices. These 12 models can save you the most money.

The 2022 Toyota RAV4 Prime XSE.

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Gas prices are coming down from their peaks, but a gallon of fuel will still cost you dearly.
Plug-in hybrid cars have bigger batteries and more electric-only range than traditional hybrids. 
These are the best plug-in hybrids you can buy, ranked by how much money they’ll save you. 

Inflated gas prices have caused Americans pain at the pump for months, but prices are finally descending from $5-per-gallon heights.Gas prices are displayed at an Exxon gas station on July 5 in San Francisco, California.

Source: AAA

Switching to a plug-in hybrid car is a great way to save a bundle on gas if you don’t want to go fully electric.The 2022 Toyota RAV4 Prime XSE.

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Plug-in hybrids have bigger batteries and longer electric-only range than regular hybrids like the Toyota Prius. You can plug them in overnight in a garage and typically drive 20-40 miles without using any gas.2021 Toyota RAV4 XSE AWD.
We found the best plug-in hybrid cars based on how much money they can save you at the pump.A man takes a photo of gas prices while pumping gas on June 9, 2022 in Houston, Texas.
They’re ranked by the amount of money you can expect to spend annually on fuel (gas and electricity), as estimated by the Environmental Protection Agency.Gas prices are at their highest on record, exceeding $6 in California.

In calculating fueling costs, the EPA assumes 15,000 miles driven per year. To determine the amount of money drivers would save over a five year period, the agency compares fueling costs to that of the average car, which in 2022 gets 27 miles per gallon.

And since this list is all about saving money, we’ve excluded models that cost more than $50,000. (The average price paid for a new vehicle today is around $45,000.)Gas prices have surged this year as oil prices have risen roughly 50%.

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12. Mini CountrymanThe Mini Countryman plug-in hybrid.

Annual fuel cost: $1,850 Fuel savings over five years: $2,500Fuel economy in electric/hybrid mode: 73 miles per gallon of gasoline equivalent/29 MPGStarting price: $41,500Electric range: 17 miles

11. BMW 330eThe BMW 330e.

Annual fuel cost: $1,800Fuel savings over five years: $2,750Fuel economy in electric/hybrid mode: 75 MPGe/28 MPGStarting price: $42,950Electric range: 23 miles

10. Mitsubishi OutlanderThe Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV.

Annual fuel cost: $1,600Fuel savings over five years: $3,750Fuel economy in electric/hybrid mode: 74 MPGe/26 MPGStarting price: $36,995Electric range: 24 miles

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9. Chrysler Pacifica HybridThe 2022 Chrysler Pacifica Hybrid minivan.

Annual fuel cost: $1,350Fuel savings over five years: $5,000Fuel economy in electric/hybrid mode: 82 MPGe/30 MPGStarting price: $46,978Electric range: 32 miles

8. Hyundai Santa FeThe Hyundai Santa Fe Plug-in Hybrid.

Annual fuel cost: $1,300Fuel savings over five years: $5,250Fuel economy in electric/hybrid mode: 76 MPGe/33 MPGStarting price: $40,000Electric range: 30 miles

7. Kia SorentoThe Kia Sorento PHEV.

Annual fuel cost: $1,250Fuel savings over five years: $5,500Fuel economy in electric/hybrid mode: 79 MPGe/34 MPGStarting price: $45,190Electric range: 32 miles

6. Hyundai TucsonThe 2022 Hyundai Tucson plug-in hybrid.

Annual fuel cost: $1,200Fuel savings over five years: $5,750Fuel economy in electric/hybrid mode: 80 MPGe/35 MPGStarting price: $35,400Electric range: 33 miles

5. Toyota RAV4 PrimeThe 2022 Toyota RAV4 Prime XSE.

Annual fuel cost: $1,000 Fuel savings over five years: $6,750Fuel economy in electric/hybrid mode: 94 MPGe/38 MPGStarting price: $40,300Electric range: 42 miles

4. Kia NiroThe 2022 Kia Niro PHEV.

Annual fuel cost: $950 Fuel savings over five years: $7,000Fuel economy in electric/hybrid mode: 105 MPGe/46 MPGStarting price: $29,590Electric range: 26 miles

3. Ford EscapeThe 2022 Ford Escape.

Annual fuel cost: $950Fuel savings over five years: $7,000 Fuel economy in electric/hybrid mode: 105 MPGe/40 MPG Starting price: $35,455Electric range: 38 miles

2. Hyundai IoniqThe 2022 Hyundai Ioniq.

Annual fuel cost: $850Fuel savings over five years: $7,500Fuel economy in electric/hybrid mode: 119 MPGe/52 MPGStarting price: $26,800Electric range: 29 miles

1. Toyota Prius PrimeThe 2022 Toyota Prius Prime.

Annual fuel cost: $800 Fuel savings over five years: $7,750Fuel economy in electric/hybrid mode: 133 MPGe/54 MPGStarting price: $28,770Electric range: 25 miles

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