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Best Three-Row Hybrid SUVs in 2027
Direct answer
The best three-row hybrid SUV in 2027 is the Toyota Grand Highlander Hybrid, which starts at $45,610 for the 2026 LE and seats up to eight. The 2027 Kia Sorento Hybrid is the efficiency pick at $39,090 and 37 mpg combined, and the 2027 Hyundai Santa Fe Hybrid is the cheapest at $36,650. Prices are makers' starting MSRP.
At a glance
| # | Pick | Starting MSRP | Best for |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 2026 Toyota Grand Highlander Hybrid | $45,610 base MSRP for the 2026 Grand Highlander Hybrid LE; Toyota's page does not state whether destination is included, so that could not be confirmed | Families that want the roomiest Toyota three-row with a hybrid starting under $46,000 |
| 2 | 2027 Kia Sorento Hybrid | $39,090 for the 2027 Sorento Hybrid EX; Kia says MSRP excludes destination and handling charges | Buyers who want the lowest-priced Kia three-row hybrid with 37 mpg combined |
| 3 | 2027 Hyundai Santa Fe Hybrid | $36,650 for the 2027 Santa Fe Hybrid SE; Hyundai says MSRP excludes freight charges | Shoppers who want the lowest starting price on this list |
| 4 | 2026 Toyota Highlander Hybrid | $48,020 base MSRP for the 2026 Highlander Hybrid XLE; Toyota's page does not state whether destination is included, so that could not be confirmed | Buyers who want a proven Toyota hybrid with three rows and an XLE starting at $48,020 |
| 5 | 2027 Hyundai Palisade Hybrid | $44,560 for the 2027 Palisade Hybrid SEL; Hyundai says MSRP excludes freight charges | Families who want a roomy hybrid with 329 horsepower and long range |
| 6 | 2027 Kia Telluride Hybrid | $46,490 for the 2027 Telluride Hybrid EX; Kia says MSRP excludes destination and handling charges | Buyers who want the first Telluride with a hybrid and a 4,500 lbs. tow rating |
| 7 | 2026 Kia Sorento Plug-in Hybrid | $48,290 for the 2026 Sorento Plug-in Hybrid EX AWD; Kia says MSRP excludes destination and handling | Shoppers who want 31 electric miles and standard AWD in a Kia three-row |
| 8 | 2026 Mazda CX-90 Plug-in Hybrid | $50,695 for the 2026 CX-90 PHEV Preferred; Mazda says it excludes taxes, title, license fees and a $1,645 destination charge | Drivers who want a plug-in with a 26-mile electric range and seven seats |
| 9 | 2026 Toyota Sequoia | $65,725 base MSRP for the 2026 Sequoia SR5; Toyota's page does not state whether destination is included, so that could not be confirmed | Big families that tow up to 9500 lbs. |
| 10 | 2026 Lexus TX 500h | $72,010 starting price for the 2026 TX 500h F SPORT Performance Premium; Lexus's page does not state whether destination is included, so that could not be confirmed | Luxury buyers who want a three-row hybrid with 366 horsepower |
Pick by what you want
Best overall
2026 Toyota Grand Highlander Hybrid
Best fuel economy
2027 Kia Sorento Hybrid
Lowest price
2027 Hyundai Santa Fe Hybrid
Best plug-in range
2026 Kia Sorento Plug-in Hybrid
Best for towing
2026 Toyota Sequoia
The ranking
1
2026 Toyota Grand Highlander Hybrid
Answrs VerdictBig, efficient, easy to live with.
Starting MSRP: $45,610 base MSRP for the 2026 Grand Highlander Hybrid LE; Toyota's page does not state whether destination is included, so that could not be confirmedFuel economy: Toyota lists 36/32 mpg city/highway for the Hybrid LESeating: Toyota says the 60/40 second-row bench and 60/40 third row fold flat, and bench seating fits up to eightHybrid MAX: The Hybrid MAX Limited starts at $56,090 with 362 net combined horsepower and 400 lb.-ft. of torque, rated 26/27 mpg city/highway
The Grand Highlander Hybrid LE starts at $45,610 and is rated 36/32 mpg city/highway. Toyota says its bench seating fits up to eight, and the Hybrid MAX Limited adds 362 net combined horsepower from $56,090.
Go ifFamilies that want the roomiest Toyota three-row with a hybrid starting under $46,000
Skip ifYou want the most power: the Hybrid MAX starts at $56,090
Why #1 over #2: Its seating for up to eight beats the Sorento Hybrid’s 7-passenger layout.
2
2027 Kia Sorento Hybrid
Answrs VerdictThe efficiency pick.
Starting MSRP: $39,090 for the 2027 Sorento Hybrid EX; Kia says MSRP excludes destination and handling chargesFuel economy: Kia lists the FWD Sorento Hybrid at 37/36/37 mpg city/highway/combined and AWD trims at 32/35/34Seating: Kia lists standard 3rd-row seating with available 2nd-row captain's chairs, and 7-passenger seatingRange: Kia estimates up to 655 miles of total driving range
The Sorento Hybrid EX starts at $39,090 with 37 mpg combined in FWD form. Kia lists standard 3rd-row seating and up to 655 miles of total range.
Go ifBuyers who want the lowest-priced Kia three-row hybrid with 37 mpg combined
Skip ifYou want plug-in electric range: the Sorento Plug-in Hybrid starts at $48,290
Why #2 over #3: Its 37 mpg combined beats the Santa Fe Hybrid’s 36.
3
2027 Hyundai Santa Fe Hybrid
Answrs VerdictThe cheapest way in.
Starting MSRP: $36,650 for the 2027 Santa Fe Hybrid SE; Hyundai says MSRP excludes freight chargesFuel economy: Hyundai lists the Hybrid SE at 36 combined mpg FWD and 35 combined mpg AWDPower: 231 horsepower combined from a 1.6L turbocharged hybrid four-cylinderThird row: Hyundai calls the Santa Fe a three-row SUV, and its trim comparison lists 3rd-row seating (50/50 sinking/folding) as Standard in every column
The Santa Fe Hybrid SE starts at $36,650 with 231 horsepower combined and 36 combined mpg FWD. Hyundai lists 3rd-row seating as standard.
Go ifShoppers who want the lowest starting price on this list
Skip ifYou want more than 231 horsepower
Why #3 over #4: Its $36,650 start undercuts the Highlander Hybrid’s $48,020.
4
2026 Toyota Highlander Hybrid
Answrs VerdictFamiliar and dependable.
Starting MSRP: $48,020 base MSRP for the 2026 Highlander Hybrid XLE; Toyota's page does not state whether destination is included, so that could not be confirmedFuel economy: Toyota lists 35/35 mpg city/highway for the Hybrid XLE, and up to a 35 EPA-estimated combined mpg for the hybridSeating: Toyota says the Highlander has three rows with seating for up to eightOther trims: The Hybrid Limited starts at $52,475 and the Hybrid Platinum at $55,675
The Highlander Hybrid XLE starts at $48,020 and Toyota says it seats up to eight across three rows. The Hybrid Limited starts at $52,475.
Go ifBuyers who want a proven Toyota hybrid with three rows and an XLE starting at $48,020
Skip ifYou want the lowest price: the Santa Fe Hybrid starts at $36,650
Why #4 over #5: Its 35 combined mpg beats the Palisade Hybrid’s 30 combined in AWD trims.
5
2027 Hyundai Palisade Hybrid
Answrs VerdictRoomy with long legs.
Starting MSRP: $44,560 for the 2027 Palisade Hybrid SEL; Hyundai says MSRP excludes freight chargesPower and economy: 329-hp 2.5L turbocharged hybrid; EPA-estimated 34 combined mpg for the SEL FWD, and 30 combined mpg for AWD trimsSeating: Hyundai calls it a three-row hybrid SUV with room for up to 8Range: Hyundai estimates 619 miles of range for the SEL FWD on a full 18.2-gallon tank
The Palisade Hybrid SEL starts at $44,560 with a 329-hp hybrid four-cylinder and an estimated 619 miles of range. Hyundai says there is room for up to 8.
Go ifFamilies who want a roomy hybrid with 329 horsepower and long range
Skip ifYou want the best mpg: AWD trims are rated 30 combined
Why #5 over #6: Its $44,560 start undercuts the Telluride Hybrid’s $46,490.
6
2027 Kia Telluride Hybrid
Answrs VerdictThe new hybrid Telluride.
Starting MSRP: $46,490 for the 2027 Telluride Hybrid EX; Kia says MSRP excludes destination and handling chargesPower and economy: 2.5L turbo-hybrid with 329 hp and 339 lb.-ft. of torque; the EX FWD is rated 34/36/35 mpg city/highway/combinedTowing: Kia lists 4,500 lbs. of towing capacityRange and seating: Up to 637 miles of total range; Kia lists USB-C outlets in all 3 rows and easy access to the 3rd row
The Telluride Hybrid EX starts at $46,490 with 329 hp and 4,500 lbs. of towing. Kia lists USB-C outlets in all 3 rows and up to 637 miles of range.
Go ifBuyers who want the first Telluride with a hybrid and a 4,500 lbs. tow rating
Skip ifYou want AWD efficiency: Kia rates AWD trims at 31 combined
Why #6 over #7: Its $46,490 start undercuts the Sorento Plug-in Hybrid’s $48,290.
7
2026 Kia Sorento Plug-in Hybrid
Answrs VerdictThe longest electric range here.
Starting MSRP: $48,290 for the 2026 Sorento Plug-in Hybrid EX AWD; Kia says MSRP excludes destination and handlingElectric range: EPA-estimated 31 miles of all-electric rangeDrivetrain: All-wheel drive with Terrain Mode is standardSeating: Kia lists 7-passenger seating with a 3rd row as standard
The Sorento Plug-in Hybrid starts at $48,290 with 31 miles of all-electric range, standard AWD and 7-passenger seating.
Go ifShoppers who want 31 electric miles and standard AWD in a Kia three-row
Skip ifYou want the lowest price: the Sorento Hybrid starts at $39,090
Why #7 over #8: Its 31 miles of electric range is longer than the CX-90 PHEV’s 26.
8
2026 Mazda CX-90 Plug-in Hybrid
Answrs VerdictThe driver's plug-in.
Starting MSRP: $50,695 for the 2026 CX-90 PHEV Preferred; Mazda says it excludes taxes, title, license fees and a $1,645 destination chargeElectric range: 26 miles of EV range and 500 miles of total range, per MazdaPower: 323 HP total with premium unleaded; 56 MPGe combinedSeating: Mazda calls it a 3-row SUV that helps up to 7 passengers
The CX-90 PHEV Preferred starts at $50,695 and Mazda lists 26 miles of EV range, 323 HP and 56 MPGe. It helps up to 7 passengers.
Go ifDrivers who want a plug-in with a 26-mile electric range and seven seats
Skip ifYou want a hybrid you never plug in: the Santa Fe Hybrid starts at $36,650
Why #8 over #9: Its $50,695 start is well below the Sequoia’s $65,725.
9
2026 Toyota Sequoia
Answrs VerdictThe heavy-duty hybrid.
Starting MSRP: $65,725 base MSRP for the 2026 Sequoia SR5; Toyota's page does not state whether destination is included, so that could not be confirmedPowertrain: i-FORCE MAX twin-turbo V6 hybrid with 437 hp and 583 lb.-ft. of torqueTowing and economy: Up to 9500 lbs. of maximum towing and up to an EPA-estimated 22 combined mpgSeating: Second-row bench seats make room for up to eight, and power third-row seats fold down and slide
The Sequoia SR5 starts at $65,725 with a 437 hp i-FORCE MAX hybrid V6 and up to 9500 lbs. of towing. Toyota lists up to 22 combined mpg.
Go ifBig families that tow up to 9500 lbs.
Skip ifYou want better mileage: Toyota lists up to 22 combined mpg
Why #9 over #10: Its $65,725 start is below the TX 500h’s $72,010.
10
2026 Lexus TX 500h
Answrs VerdictThe luxury hybrid.
Starting MSRP: $72,010 starting price for the 2026 TX 500h F SPORT Performance Premium; Lexus's page does not state whether destination is included, so that could not be confirmedPower and economy: 366 net combined horsepower from a turbo in-line 4 hybrid; 27 combined mpg estimateSeating: Lexus lists 6 seats on the 500h, with second-row captain's chairs, and calls the TX a 3-row SUVOther hybrid trim: The 500h F SPORT Performance Luxury starts at $75,160
The TX 500h F SPORT Performance Premium starts at $72,010 with 366 net combined horsepower and a 27 combined mpg estimate. Lexus lists 6 seats with captain’s chairs.
Go ifLuxury buyers who want a three-row hybrid with 366 horsepower
Skip ifYou want an eight-seat layout: the 500h lists 6 seats
How we ranked these
We kept hybrids and plug-in hybrids that have a current US maker page showing a hybrid powertrain and a third row, then ranked them on starting MSRP, maker-published fuel economy and seating, putting plug-ins, the Sequoia and the Lexus last. Prices are each maker's starting MSRP for the cheapest hybrid trim, and each pick states whether destination or freight is excluded or could not be confirmed. Model years are the ones on the maker's page. Facts are taken from each maker's own published information; check the official site before you buy.
Questions people ask
What is the cheapest three-row hybrid SUV?
On the makers' pages, the 2027 Hyundai Santa Fe Hybrid SE at $36,650, excluding freight, followed by the 2027 Kia Sorento Hybrid at $39,090.
Which three-row hybrid has the best fuel economy?
The FWD 2027 Kia Sorento Hybrid is listed at 37 mpg combined; the 2027 Santa Fe Hybrid FWD is at 36 combined.
Which three-row hybrid has an electric-only range?
The 2026 Kia Sorento Plug-in Hybrid lists 31 miles of all-electric range and the 2026 Mazda CX-90 PHEV lists 26 miles of EV range.
Which three-row hybrid tows the most?
Toyota lists up to 9500 lbs. of maximum towing for the 2026 Sequoia hybrid.
Starting MSRP of each three-row hybrid (US$, model year as stated) at a glance
2027 Hyundai Santa Fe Hybrid$36,650
2027 Kia Sorento Hybrid$39,090
2027 Hyundai Palisade Hybrid$44,560
2026 Toyota Grand Highlander Hybrid$45,610
2027 Kia Telluride Hybrid$46,490
2026 Toyota Highlander Hybrid$48,020
2026 Kia Sorento Plug-in Hybrid$48,290
2026 Mazda CX-90 Plug-in Hybrid$50,695
2026 Toyota Sequoia$65,725
2026 Lexus TX 500h$72,010
Official sites
- 2026 Toyota Grand Highlander Hybrid · toyota.com
- 2027 Kia Sorento Hybrid · kia.com
- 2027 Hyundai Santa Fe Hybrid · hyundaiusa.com
- 2026 Toyota Highlander Hybrid · toyota.com
- 2027 Hyundai Palisade Hybrid · hyundaiusa.com
- 2027 Kia Telluride Hybrid · kia.com
- 2026 Kia Sorento Plug-in Hybrid · kia.com
- 2026 Mazda CX-90 Plug-in Hybrid · mazdausa.com
- 2026 Toyota Sequoia · toyota.com
- 2026 Lexus TX 500h · lexus.com
Prices, specs and availability change; confirm on the official site before you buy.