EVs might be the go-to choice for drivers looking to stop bleeding money on gas, but hybrids continue to be the most logical fallback. That’s why I drove the 2026 Toyota Camry Nightshade and 2026 Hyundai Sonata Limited Hybrid for a week to see which mid-size sedan is truly worth your hard-earned money.
They’re both similarly equipped and carry as-tested prices hovering around $40,000, making them perfect for families on a strict budget who don't want to splurge $50,000 on the average electric car. On top of that, they deliver phenomenal EPA-estimated fuel economy ratings right around 46 to 47 mpg. You’ll still have to pay at the pump, but it's nowhere near the outrageous cost of fueling a traditional, gas-guzzling ICE (Internal Combustion Engine) vehicle.
