Eco-Friendly and Green Cars

Green cars are more than electric vehicles; shoppers can choose from environmentally friendly options like hybrids, plug-in hybrids, diesels and even fuel-sipping gas-powered cars.

2021 Best Eco-Friendly Car of the Year

For the best eco-friendly cars, we consider all vehicles that reduce consumption and/or minimize the release of carbon and pollutants, regardless of fuel type. Read more

Advice for Eco-Friendly Car Shoppers

By Nick Kurczewski and Brian Normile

Published March 26, 2021

Range anxiety is one very strong motivating factor for electric car shoppers, so here are the best range EVs.

By Brian Normile

Published March 17, 2021

Here are the most efficient SUVs for the 2021 model year in four categories: gas-only, hybrid, plug-in hybrid and battery-electric.

By Joe Wiesenfelder

Published April 8, 2019

Should you buy a plug-in car? This is a tough question with no simple answer. We dive into the details to help find your answer.

By Jennifer Geiger

Published March 11, 2021

See the EPA’s most fuel-efficient cars for the 2021 model year, broken down by gas-only vehicles, hybrids and plug-in hybrids.

By Joe Wiesenfelder

Published March 23, 2021

From a different acceleration feel to unexpected sounds, here are six things to know about driving a hybrid.

By Rick Popely

Published February 20, 2021

If you want a 2021 diesel vehicle, you’ll have to buy a pickup truck or an SUV because passenger cars no longer offer diesel engines.

Find Fuel-Efficient Cars and SUVs

What’s the Difference Between a Hybrid and a Plug-In Hybrid?

Which Electric Cars Are Still Eligible for the $7,500 Federal Tax Credit?

Find Your Car

There are steps you should take to ensure you get the right car for you, at the right price and in a safe manner.

Check out our coverage on all things cars here.

Browse Cars.com’s comprehensive expert reviews to help you choose your next vehicle.

Learn more about electric cars and which EVs have the best mileage range.

Learn more about what it means to lease a vehicle and if leasing is right for you.

Search millions of vehicles in Cars.com inventory to find the right car, dealer and price for you.