The hybrid is the right car for most Australians right now. It charges itself. You never have to think about charging, plan your route around charger locations, or wait 45 minutes at a service station. You just drive.

Best hybrids: Toyota Corolla Hybrid ($31k), Toyota RAV4 Hybrid ($47k), Hyundai Tucson Hybrid ($48k), Kia Sportage Hybrid ($43k), Mazda CX-60 PHEV ($72k). Buy a hybrid. Drive it for five years. Reassess.