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Top 10 Hybrid Minivans in 2027

By Kory White · Updated Oct 2026 · 4 min read
2026 Toyota Sienna (XL40)
Direct answer

The Toyota Sienna is the best hybrid minivan in 2027, rated 36/36 mpg city/hwy from $41,320, with the Kia Carnival Hybrid ($41,490) at #2. Only these two new hybrid minivans are sold, so #3 is the discontinued Pacifica Plug-In Hybrid and #4 to #10 are labeled three-row hybrid SUV alternatives.

At a glance

#PickPriceBest for
12026 Toyota Sienna (XL40)$41,320 base MSRP (2026 Sienna LE)The only minivan that is hybrid in every trim
22027 Kia Carnival Hybrid (KA4)$41,490 MSRP (2027 Carnival HEV LXS)Hybrid mileage with a big cargo hold
3Chrysler Pacifica Plug-In Hybrid$51,055 to $59,785 MSRP (2025 Pacifica Hybrid)Short trips on electricity if you find a leftover or used one
42027 Toyota Grand Highlander Hybrid$45,610 base MSRP (2026 Grand Highlander Hybrid LE)The closest hybrid SUV to a minivan for room
52027 Hyundai Palisade Hybrid (LX3)$44,560 starting MSRP (2027 Palisade Hybrid SEL)The lowest-priced three-row hybrid SUV here
62027 Kia Telluride Hybrid (MV)$46,490 starting MSRP (2027 Telluride Hybrid)A first-ever Telluride hybrid with 35 mpg
72026 Toyota Highlander Hybrid (XU70)$48,020 base MSRP (2026 Highlander Hybrid XLE)A proven hybrid SUV with 35/35 mpg
82026 Kia Sorento Plug-in Hybrid$48,290 MSRP (2026 Sorento Plug-in Hybrid EX AWD)Plug-in electric miles in a three-row SUV
92026 Mazda CX-90 PHEV$50,695 starting MSRP (2026 CX-90 PHEV)A driver-focused plug-in hybrid for 7
102026 Lexus TX 500h F SPORT Performance$72,010 starting price (2026 TX 500h F SPORT Performance Premium AWD)Luxury and power in a three-row hybrid

Pick by what you want

Best overall
2026 Toyota Sienna (XL40)
Best cargo space
2027 Kia Carnival Hybrid (KA4)
Best electric range
Chrysler Pacifica Plug-In Hybrid
Best three-row SUV alternative
2027 Toyota Grand Highlander Hybrid
Lowest-priced SUV alternative
2027 Hyundai Palisade Hybrid (LX3)

The ranking

1

2026 Toyota Sienna (XL40)

2026 Toyota Sienna (XL40)
Answrs VerdictThe best hybrid minivan: 36/36 mpg from $41,320.
Price: $41,320 base MSRP (2026 Sienna LE)Power: 245 net combined horsepower from the hybrid systemFuel economy: 36/36 mpg city/hwy, EPA-estimated (LE)Drive: Available all-wheel drive

Every Sienna is a hybrid, making 245 net combined horsepower with available all-wheel drive. The LE starts at $41,320 and is rated 36/36 mpg city/hwy. Toyota’s current US model is the 2026 Sienna.

Go ifThe only minivan that is hybrid in every trim
Skip ifYou want a plug-in
Why #1 over #2: Its $41,320 price is lower than the Carnival Hybrid’s $41,490, and it is rated 36/36 mpg to the Carnival’s 32 combined.
2

2027 Kia Carnival Hybrid (KA4)

2027 Kia Carnival Hybrid (KA4)
Answrs VerdictThe second new hybrid minivan.
Price: $41,490 MSRP (2027 Carnival HEV LXS)Power: 241.7 hp total combinedFuel economy: 34/31/32 mpg city/hwy/combined (est.)Cargo: 40.2 cu ft minimum, 145.1 cu ft maximum

The 2027 Carnival Hybrid makes 241.7 hp total combined and is estimated at 34/31/32 mpg, with 40.2 to 145.1 cu ft of cargo space. The HEV LXS is $41,490.

Go ifHybrid mileage with a big cargo hold
Skip ifYou want the best city mpg
Why #2 over #3: It is a hybrid minivan you can buy new, while the Pacifica Plug-In Hybrid starts at $51,055 and is discontinued.
3

Chrysler Pacifica Plug-In Hybrid

Chrysler Pacifica Plug-In Hybrid
Answrs VerdictThe only plug-in hybrid minivan, but no longer built.
Price: $51,055 to $59,785 MSRP (2025 Pacifica Hybrid)Electric range: 32 miles on electricity, EPAEfficiency: 82 MPGe; 30 mpg combined on gasTotal range: 520 miles, gas plus electricStatus: Plug-in hybrid announced as discontinued in January 2026

The 2025 Pacifica Hybrid is the only plug-in hybrid minivan: 32 miles on electricity, 82 MPGe and 520 miles of total range. Chrysler’s hybrid was announced as discontinued in January 2026, so only leftover or used examples remain.

Go ifShort trips on electricity if you find a leftover or used one
Skip ifYou need to buy a new one (discontinued)
Why #3 over #4: It is still a minivan, while the Grand Highlander Hybrid is a three-row SUV.
4

2027 Toyota Grand Highlander Hybrid

2027 Toyota Grand Highlander Hybrid
Answrs VerdictThe best three-row hybrid SUV alternative.
Price: $45,610 base MSRP (2026 Grand Highlander Hybrid LE)Fuel economy: 36/32 mpg city/hwy, EPA-estimated (Hybrid LE)Power: Hybrid MAX: 362 net combined horsepower and 400 lb.-ft. of torqueSeating: Bench seat available for seating up to eight

Alternative: a three-row hybrid SUV. The Grand Highlander Hybrid LE is $45,610 and rated 36/32 mpg, with a bench seat option for up to eight. The Hybrid MAX makes 362 net combined horsepower.

Go ifThe closest hybrid SUV to a minivan for room
Skip ifYou need sliding doors
Why #4 over #5: Its 36/32 mpg and seating for up to eight beat the Palisade Hybrid’s 33/35/34 mpg in the city.
5

2027 Hyundai Palisade Hybrid (LX3)

2027 Hyundai Palisade Hybrid (LX3)
Answrs VerdictThe lowest-priced hybrid SUV alternative.
Price: $44,560 starting MSRP (2027 Palisade Hybrid SEL)Fuel economy: 33/35/34 mpg city/hwy/combined (FWD); 29/31/30 (AWD)Power: 329-hp 2.5L turbocharged hybrid engineRange: Estimated 619 miles on a full tank (SEL FWD)

Alternative: a three-row hybrid SUV. The 2027 Palisade Hybrid starts at $44,560 with a 329-hp turbocharged hybrid engine, 33/35/34 mpg with front-wheel drive and an estimated 619 miles on a tank.

Go ifThe lowest-priced three-row hybrid SUV here
Skip ifYou need sliding doors
Why #5 over #6: Its $44,560 start is lower than the Telluride Hybrid’s $46,490.
6

2027 Kia Telluride Hybrid (MV)

2027 Kia Telluride Hybrid (MV)
Answrs VerdictThe new hybrid Telluride.
Price: $46,490 starting MSRP (2027 Telluride Hybrid)Power: 329 hp turbocharged hybrid engineFuel economy: 34/36/35 mpg city/hwy/combined (EX FWD, EPA-est.)

Alternative: a three-row hybrid SUV. The first Telluride Hybrid has a 329 hp turbocharged hybrid engine and is rated 34/36/35 mpg in EX FWD form. It starts at $46,490.

Go ifA first-ever Telluride hybrid with 35 mpg
Skip ifYou tow heavy trailers
Why #6 over #7: It costs $46,490 vs $48,020 for the Highlander Hybrid, with 329 hp and 34/36/35 mpg.
7

2026 Toyota Highlander Hybrid (XU70)

2026 Toyota Highlander Hybrid (XU70)
Answrs VerdictThe familiar hybrid Highlander.
Price: $48,020 base MSRP (2026 Highlander Hybrid XLE)Fuel economy: 35/35 mpg city/hwy, EPA-estimatedSeating: Third row with seating for up to eight

Alternative: a three-row hybrid SUV. The 2026 Highlander Hybrid XLE is $48,020 and rated 35/35 mpg city/hwy, with a third row that seats up to eight.

Go ifA proven hybrid SUV with 35/35 mpg
Skip ifYou need a roomy third row
Why #7 over #8: It costs $48,020 vs $48,290 for the Sorento Plug-in Hybrid and needs no plug.
8

2026 Kia Sorento Plug-in Hybrid

2026 Kia Sorento Plug-in Hybrid
Answrs VerdictThe plug-in three-row alternative.
Price: $48,290 MSRP (2026 Sorento Plug-in Hybrid EX AWD)Electric range: EPA-est. 31 miles of all-electric rangePower: Turbocharged plug-in hybrid 261 hpSeating: 7-passenger seating with a third row

Alternative: a three-row plug-in SUV. The 2026 Sorento Plug-in Hybrid starts at $48,290 with 261 hp and an EPA-estimated 31 miles of all-electric range, seating 7.

Go ifPlug-in electric miles in a three-row SUV
Skip ifYou do not plug in
Why #8 over #9: It costs $48,290 vs $50,695 for the CX-90 PHEV, with 31 miles of electric range to 26.
9

2026 Mazda CX-90 PHEV

2026 Mazda CX-90 PHEV
Answrs VerdictThe sporty plug-in alternative.
Price: $50,695 starting MSRP (2026 CX-90 PHEV)Power: 2.5L engine and electric motor, total system: 323 hpEfficiency: 56 MPGe combinedElectric range: Up to 26 miles all-electricSeating: 7 passengers

Alternative: a three-row plug-in SUV. The 2026 CX-90 PHEV starts at $50,695 with 323 hp of total system power, 56 MPGe and up to 26 miles of electric range, seating 7 passengers.

Go ifA driver-focused plug-in hybrid for 7
Skip ifYou want the lowest price
Why #9 over #10: It costs $50,695 vs $72,010 for the TX 500h.
10

2026 Lexus TX 500h F SPORT Performance

2026 Lexus TX 500h F SPORT Performance
Answrs VerdictThe luxury hybrid alternative.
Price: $72,010 starting price (2026 TX 500h F SPORT Performance Premium AWD)Power: 366 net combined horsepowerFuel economy: 27 combined MPG estimateSeating: 6 seats

Alternative: a luxury three-row hybrid SUV. The TX 500h F SPORT Performance Premium AWD starts at $72,010 with 366 net combined horsepower and a 27 combined mpg estimate, with 6 seats.

Go ifLuxury and power in a three-row hybrid
Skip ifPrice matters

How we ranked these

We ranked on each maker’s own published US price and specs. Picks 1 to 3 are the hybrid minivans (the Pacifica is discontinued); picks 4 to 10 are clearly labeled three-row hybrid and plug-in SUV alternatives, ordered by price and efficiency. Toyota’s current Sienna is the 2026 model. For gas minivans too, see our Top 10 Minivans page at /cars/best-minivans-2027/. Facts are taken from each maker's own published information; check the official site before you buy.

Questions people ask

What hybrid minivans can you buy new in 2027?

Two: the Toyota Sienna, a hybrid in every trim from $41,320 (2026 Sienna LE), and the Kia Carnival Hybrid, from $41,490 for the 2027 HEV LXS.

Is the Chrysler Pacifica Plug-In Hybrid still sold?

No. The plug-in hybrid was announced as discontinued in January 2026. The last 2025 model was rated 82 MPGe with 32 miles of electric range.

Which hybrid minivan gets the best mpg?

The Toyota Sienna LE, at an EPA-estimated 36/36 mpg city/hwy. The 2027 Kia Carnival Hybrid is estimated at 32 mpg combined.

Why are SUVs on a hybrid minivan list?

Because only two new hybrid minivans are sold, picks 4 to 10 are three-row hybrid and plug-in hybrid SUVs. They are labeled as alternatives and none has sliding doors.

Starting MSRP (USD) at a glance

2026 Toyota Sienna (XL40)$41,320
2027 Kia Carnival Hybrid (KA4)$41,490
2027 Hyundai Palisade Hybrid (LX3)$44,560
2027 Toyota Grand Highlander Hybrid$45,610
2027 Kia Telluride Hybrid (MV)$46,490
2026 Toyota Highlander Hybrid (XU70)$48,020
2026 Kia Sorento Plug-in Hybrid$48,290
2026 Mazda CX-90 PHEV$50,695
Chrysler Pacifica Plug-In Hybrid$51,055
2026 Lexus TX 500h F SPORT Performance$72,010
Starting MSRP (USD), as published by each maker. Picks without a published figure are left off.

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