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Not sure whether you should go all-electric or maybe settle for a hybrid? Well, plug-in hybrid vehicles (PHEV) could be the right choice for you. Their high-voltage battery is big enough to enable dozens of kilometres of zero-emission driving, and then their gasoline engine takes over for longer trips.
Models that can travel at least 50 km in pure electric mode are eligible to a $5,000 rebate under the Canadian government’s iZEV program. Those that can’t still get $2,500 off. Provincial rebates also apply in some cases.
If you’re considering buying a PHEV in the near future, here are the top 10 models that can drive the farthest without burning any fuel, as of June 2024. The ratings come from Natural Resources Canada (NRC).