12 Great Plug-In Hybrid and Electric Cars for Families in 2021

Today, there are many, many different types of electric vehicles (EVs). Some are all-electric (BEV), while some are plug-in hybrid (PHEV). Some are sedans, while others are SUVs. 

Furthermore, each and every year there are more and more models. For example, in just 2021, there are over 15 new EVs. The most anticipated new models include the Cybertruck, Rivian R1T, and VW ID.4.

No matter what type of car shopper you are, there is an EV for you. This is especially true for family haulers. For families, a vehicle needs to have ample passenger and cargo space, plenty of range for long road trips, and affordably priced.

As such, car manufacturers have released their take on the ultimate family PHEV or BEV. Each one provides a different value with a focus on pricing, vehicle size, or performance.   

Here are 12 great plug-in hybrid and electric cars for families:

12 Great Plug-In Hybrid and Electric Cars for Families:

1. Toyota RAV4 Prime 

Starting Cost:$38,100 ($30,600 after tax credit)Segment:CrossoverRange:600 miles (42 electric)Drivetrain:AWDEV Type:PHEVSeating Capacity:5Cargo Space:40 ft3 (all seats up)

2. Tesla Model Y

Starting Cost:$49,990Segment:CrossoverRange:326 milesDrivetrain:AWDEV Type:BEVSeating Capacity:5-7Cargo Space:68 ft3

3. Chrysler Pacifica Hybrid

Starting Cost:$40,245 ($34,240 after tax credit)Segment:Mini-VanRange:520 miles (32 electric)Drivetrain:FWDEV Type:PHEVSeating Capacity:7Cargo Space:32 ft3

4. Tesla Model X

Starting Cost:$79,990Segment:SUVRange:371 milesDrivetrain:AWDEV Type:BEVSeating Capacity:5-7Cargo Space:19 ft3

5. Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV

Starting Cost:$36,295 ($30,459 after tax credit)Segment:CrossoverRange:310 miles (22 electric)Drivetrain:AWDEV Type:PHEVSeating Capacity:5Cargo Space:30 ft3

6. Volvo XC90 Recharge

Starting Cost:$63,450 ($60,450 after tax credit)Segment:SUVRange:520 miles (18 electric)Drivetrain:AWDEV Type:PHEVSeating Capacity:7Cargo Space:13 ft3

7. Volvo XC60 Recharge

Starting Cost:$53,500 ($50,500 after tax credit)Segment:CrossoverRange:520 miles (19 electric)Drivetrain:AWDEV Type:PHEVSeating Capacity:5Cargo Space:18 ft3

8. VW ID.4

Starting Cost:$39,995 ($32,495 after tax credit)Segment:CrossoverRange:250 milesDrivetrain:RWD/AWDEV Type:BEVSeating Capacity:5Cargo Space:30 ft3

9. Ford Mustang Mach-E

Starting Cost:$54,700 ($47,200 after tax credit)Segment:CrossoverRange:270+ milesDrivetrain:RWD/AWDEV Type:BEVSeating Capacity:5Cargo Space:30 ft3

10. Rivian R1S

Starting Cost:$77,500 ($70,000 after tax credit)Segment:SUVRange:300+ milesDrivetrain:AWDEV Type:BEVSeating Capacity:5-7Cargo Space:16 ft3

11. Rivian R1T

Starting Cost:$75,000 ($67,500 after tax credit)Segment:TruckRange:300+ milesDrivetrain:AWDEV Type:BEVSeating Capacity:5Cargo Space:80+ ft3

12. Tesla Cybertruck 

Starting Cost:$49,900Segment:TruckRange:300+ milesDrivetrain:AWDEV Type:BEVSeating Capacity:5Cargo Space:100 ft3