The Crown Signia features the brand’s naturally aspirated 2.5-liter four-cylinder Atkinson-cycle engine with a pair of permanent-magnet synchronous motors that drive all four wheels with a 240-horsepower output at 6,000 RPM. Toyota doesn’t declare a combined torque output, but we know that the engine produces 163 pound-feet, while the motors twist out 89 pound-feet at the front and 199 pound-feet at the rear. Toyota claims that this will cover a 0-60 MPH sprint in 7.1 seconds before reaching a 125 MPH top speed limit. The Signia runs on Toyota’s standard hybrid drivetrain, meaning it employs a direct-drive eCVT as opposed to a conventional transmission system.
Pros
- High interior quality level
- Attractive exterior design
- Efficient drivetrain
Cons
- Noisy at higher revs
- Limited rear visibility
- Smaller than it looks
2Lincoln Nautilus Hybrid – $51,915
Consumer Reports Overall Rating: 61/100
Consumer Reports issued the Lincoln Nautilus Hybrid with an 81/00 overall score, which includes a 24/100 predicted reliability rating and a 4/5 predicted owner satisfaction score, as well as an 81/100 road test score. J.D. Power issues the entire Nautilus range with a 75/100 consumer rating and 69/100 quality and reliability score.
Performance Specifications
| Price | $51,915 |
| Powertrain | Turbocharged 2.0-Liter Four-Cylinder And Two Permanent-Magnet Motors |
| Horsepower | 310 HP |
| Torque | 295 LB-FT |
| Transmission | Direct-Drive eCVT |
| Driveline | All-Wheel Drive |
| Battery | 0.6 kWh |
| Range | TBA |
| Fuel Economy | 30 MPG |
| 0-60 MPH | 6.9 Seconds |
| Top Speed | 126 MPH |
| Towing Capacity | 1,750 Pounds |
The 2024 Lincoln Nautilus Hybrid is a relatively new product to the Ford-owned luxury brand, which features a turbocharged 2.0-liter four-cylinder engine with two electric motors, producing a combined 310 horsepower and 295 pound-feet of torque to all four wheels via a direct-drive eCVT. This results in a claimed 6.9-second 0-60 MPH time and 126 MPH top speed figures.
The EPA estimates that this upmarket hybrid crossover will return a 30 MPG fuel consumption figure on its combined cycle, but it is yet to release how many miles it’ll cover on a single tank and charge from the 0.6 kWh battery pack. It’s also capable of towing up to 1,750 pounds worth of cargo.
Pros
- Great fuel consumption returns
- Silent cabin insulation
- Spacious rear bench
Cons
- Cumbersome handling
- Confusing vehicle controls
- Awkward driving position
3Toyota Grand Highlander – $45,380
Consumer Reports Overall Rating: 74/100
The Toyota Grand Highlander Hybrid is one of the very few new vehicle options that’s available with two different hybrid powertrains . The hybrid range starts with the naturally aspirated 2.5-liter four-cylinder and dual-permanent-magnet derivative, but you can also choose the turbocharged 2.4-liter four-cylinder variation, which is technically an MHEV.
Performance Specifications
| FWD | AWD | |
| Price | $45,380 | $46,980 |
| Powertrain | 2.5-Liter Four-Cylinder And Two Permanent-Magnet Motors | 2.5-Liter Four-Cylinder And Two Permanent-Magnet Motors |
| Horsepower | 245 HP | 245 HP |
| Torque | 175 LB-FT | 175 LB-FT |
| Transmission | Direct Drive eCVT | Direct Drive eCVT |
| Driveline | Front-Wheel Drive | All-Wheel Drive |
| Battery | 1.9 kWh Net | 1.9 kWh Net |
| Range | 611-633 Miles | 572-650 Miles |
| Fuel Economy | 36 MPG | 35 MPG |
| 0-60 MPH | 7.2 Seconds | 7.2 Seconds |
| Top Speed | 118 MPH | 118 MPH |
| Towing Capacity | 3,500 Pounds | 3,500 Pounds |
The Grand Highlander range enjoys a very favorable 80/100 overall score from Consumer Reports, which also consists of an 81/100 road test score, 69/100 predicted reliability rating, and 4/5 predicted owner satisfaction score. J.D. Power issues the same model with an 80/100 overall score.
Pros
- Great fuel economy
- Comfortable suspension
- Accommodating ease of access to the cabin
Cons
- Lacks handling prowess
- Fussy infotainment system
- Not as well-rounded as its rivals
