These are the 9 best hybrid cars you can buy for under $40,000

Hybrid cars are a great fit for drivers who want to do their part to limit carbon emissions without the fear of running out of juice on a long trip.

They combine an electric motor with a gasoline engine, switching from one power source to the other depending on the need. At a time where batteries are expensive, purchasing a long-range electric car can be costly. But hybrids offer a more cost-effective way of reducing emissions while increasing fuel economy.

Kelley Blue Book rounded up the 2017 hybrid cars that will give you the best bang for your buck.

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