That’s why we appreciate the 2024 Toyota Prius Prime, a plug-in hybrid that starts with a good driving experience and 39 useful miles of EPA-rated electric range before the gas engine turns on.

The 2024 Toyota Prius Prime starts at $34,070 (including the $1,095 destination charge) and, frankly, this is the rare situation where the entry-point is probably the sweet spot.

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Consumer Reports' data indicates that Toyota makes the most reliable PHEVs on the market, although PHEVs themselves tend to be less reliable overall.