The standard Q50 has a conventional, gasoline-powered 3.7-liter V6 and received straight-A grades for its athleticism as well as for its good manners in everyday driving. In contrast, the Q50 Hybrid has a 3.5-liter V6 that is paired with an electric motor fed by a lithium-ion battery pack and suffers from uneven and inconsistent acceleration and braking, a smaller trunk, and a rough ride quality. Learn more