10 of the Best Hybrid Sports Cars and EVs

The NSX revived one of Honda’s most famous nameplates, but the Japanese manufacturer also added in some clever hybrid technology to make things even more exciting. This isn’t a plug-in hybrid, so you won’t be using the battery to do most of your driving. Nonetheless, it’s pleasingly silent when cruising around town – and is arguably more practical than a lot of supercars. Of course, it handles brilliantly and is exceptionally fast off the mark (0-60 in 3.1 seconds), so you’ll get plenty of thrills from driving it.

Tesla’s Model S Plaid rockets away from the line with acceleration that makes rollercoasters seem slow. With three, super-powerful electric motors, it lets you go from 0-60 in 1.99 seconds – blisteringly fast. Besides that incredible speed, the Model S Plaid is also a genuinely practical vehicle (which can’t be said for many sports cars). With a stated range of 340 miles and access to the Supercharger network, you get a car that goes fast, but can still be used for daily life too. It has plenty of room inside, it’s really comfortable, and has all the smart tech and style Tesla is known for. And the Model S is also competitively priced too, as far as sports cars go. What’s not to love?

BMW’s clever i8 manages to use hybrid power to generate plenty of performance, and it’s efficient, too. The plug-in batteries in this sporty hybrid car deliver plenty of punch, letting you travel over 20 miles on battery alone. But it’s the overall performance that really makes it stand out – it’s speedy, agile and a real pleasure to drive. You get three driving modes – pure petrol, hybrid or pure electric, that can be adjusted depending on where you’re cruising along. We also think it’s a gorgeous car – all smooth, sophisticated lines. 

With fantastic control, plenty of tech and real comfort (at least for the driver and main passenger – the back seats offer next to no legroom), the BMW i8 is surely one of the best hybrid sports cars out there.  

The striking Lexus LC500h may look like a full-on supercar, but this hybrid sports car is much more efficient than you might think. Let’s start with those gorgeous looks – with a big bold grill, stunning lines and 21-inch wheels, it’s definitely a conversation starter. Inside, it’s all classy refinement and comfort, not to mention a top notch display and sound system. When it comes to performance, this hybrid sports car is up there with the best. It goes 0-60 in just under five seconds, feels very well balanced and is also one of the most fuel efficient vehicles in this list. We’re sure you’ll love the Lexus LC-500h just as much as we do.

Porsche has thrown everything it knows into the Taycan, which is probably why it’s one of the best-handling EVs about. What we really love about the Taycan is that it still looks and feels just like a Porsche – it’s fast and great to drive, yet also has decent range (301 miles) without having an overly-heavy battery. The fact it looks simply stunning helps too. Thanks to a very low centre of gravity, this car really grips the road, handling corners with ease. And despite being a very sporty electric car it’s still practical – it’s a four door with enough room for two adults in the back, and a respectable-sized boot.

The Octavia iV vRS is a hybrid sports car that you can use every day thanks to its large boot and spacious cabin. While it may not be as stylish as some of the other sports cars on this list, it’s pretty nippy, doing 0-60 in just over 7 seconds. The plug in battery also allows you to cover as much as 37 miles on battery alone, more than enough for emissions-free local journeys. The Octavia iV vRS is ideal if you want a sporty hybrid car, but for practical reasons don’t want to go all out with a supercar just yet. 

If quirky looks are what you’re after, then the Honda CR-Z definitely nails the brief. It’s also a pretty fun hybrid sports car to drive – it’s quick, handles well and the battery motor gives you a big oomph of speed when you need it. The battery is charged purely by regenerative braking – there’s no plugging in with this hybrid. It’s also an entirely manual car – which is unusual in the hybrid market. You choose when to use the battery and in what way – giving you extra control. 

Inside it’s very comfortable (though not so much sitting in the rear seats) and has plenty of modern bells and whistles as well as  an easy to use infotainment system. Although it isn’t the fastest hybrid sports car (top speed: 124mph) it’s much more reasonably priced than many of its competitors. 

Audi’s tip-top EV supercar has huge performance, plus the added benefit of all-wheel-drive for better wet-weather ability. As you’d expect from an electric sports car, it’s very quick – doing 0-60 in just over 3 seconds. It’s also a real pleasure to drive – silent, smooth, stylish. 

The e-tron GT has a very respectable range of over 300 miles – less than some of its competitors, but still more than enough for most trips. The inside is as high-tech and sophisticated as you’d expect from Audi, and thanks to its saloon body it has more than enough internal space for passengers and luggage in the boot. 

Ford’s most powerful electric car is a truly modern interpretation of the famous Mustang name. This is technically an SUV, but its low profile, body shape, and snarling speed mean it competes with the best of the electric sports cars too. It does 0-60 in just under 4 seconds, so it’s exceptionally fast, and this pacy drive makes overtaking a breeze. 

Ford have clearly worked to make this sporty EV feel fun – which doesn’t go unnoticed considering electric cars do have a reputation for being a little characterless. The driving dynamics here are engaging, too. It also has a very respectable range (310 miles) and a top speed of 124mph, despite being a relatively heavy build. 

Ferrari has delivered a masterclass in engineering with the 296 GTB – it’s arguably the best hybrid sports car yet released. What you get is an incredible Ferrari engine that crackles with energy, handles excellently and is an absolute joy to drive. But then you switch to the electric engine, allowing you to cruise silently through towns and villages, before rip-roaring again on the open road. With this hybrid, Ferrari seems to have really perfected the combination of petrol and battery power – taking the conventional supercar and giving it greater depth and control.