PROBLEM TO BE SOLVED: To provide an engine start controller for a hybrid car capable of evading a thrust shock due to the surplus torque of an engine generated immediately after the start of firing without sacrificing engine start time. SOLUTION: The engine start controller for the hybrid car includes: an engine E and at least one motor as the source of power; an engine clutch EC which is interposed between the engine E and the motor; and an engine start control means for defining the motor as a starter motor and starting the engine E by push-start with clutch fastening. The engine start control means reduces a motor torque when the firing is started during fastening the engine clutch EC by the push-start in starting the engine. COPYRIGHT: (C)2007,JPO&INPIT