Plug-in hybrid cars
Kia XCeed review
Kia XCeed review
The jacked-up Kia XCeed adds some extra practicality to the Ceed model family
17 Nov 2023
New Volkswagen Touareg R 2023 review: a low-key hot SUV
New Volkswagen Touareg R 2023 review: a low-key hot SUV
VW’s top-spec Touareg R is fast and refined but lacks star power at its punchy £80k price
13 Nov 2023
Vauxhall Astra Sports Tourer review
Vauxhall Astra Sports Tourer review
Stylish looks, impressive technology, and various engine options make the Vauxhall Astra Sports Tourer a fine estate car choice
13 Nov 2023
New Toyota Prius 2023 review: the hybrid superstar now coming to the UK
New Toyota Prius 2023 review: the hybrid superstar now coming to the UK
Toyota has changed its mind and is now bringing the new Prius to the UK, we find out if this is cause for celebration
6 Nov 2023
New Skoda Superb grows in size and turns up the style
New Skoda Superb grows in size and turns up the style
The new Skoda Superb features petrol, diesel and plug-in hybrid powertrains, but there will be no all-electric model
2 Nov 2023
Lamborghini Urus plug-in hybrid spied showing off new styling elements
Lamborghini Urus plug-in hybrid spied showing off new styling elements
A high performance Lamborghini Urus plug-in powertrain will borrow tech from Porsche
1 Nov 2023
New Volkswagen Touareg eHybrid 2023 review: a relaxing SUV that packs a punch
New Volkswagen Touareg eHybrid 2023 review: a relaxing SUV that packs a punch
The VW Touareg isn’t the most glamorous of SUVs, but it’s superbly built and comes with outstanding comfort and refinement
1 Nov 2023
Confirmed: the new Toyota Prius is coming to the UK after all
Confirmed: the new Toyota Prius is coming to the UK after all
There was no intention for the fifth-generation Toyota Prius to be sold in the UK, but Toyota has backtracked on its decision
31 Oct 2023
Mazda CX-60 PHEV: long-term test review
Mazda CX-60 PHEV: long-term test review
Final report: has Mazda hit the bullseye with its first plug-in hybrid?
27 Oct 2023
New Mazda MX-30 R-EV 2023 review: the rotary engine returns
New Mazda MX-30 R-EV 2023 review: the rotary engine returns
The electric MX-30 has always been hampered by its limited range, but now Mazda has introduced a rotary plug-in hybrid powertrain
25 Oct 2023
Porsche Cayenne Turbo E-Hybrid Coupe GT Package review: long on name, big on ability
Porsche Cayenne Turbo E-Hybrid Coupe GT Package review: long on name, big on ability
The most powerful of Porsche’s SUVs promises sports car thrills with room for the dog
23 Oct 2023
Don't buy that SUV just yet! The new BMW 5 Series Touring is almost here
Don't buy that SUV just yet! The new BMW 5 Series Touring is almost here
BMW teases the next-generation 5 Series estate ahead of its 2024 launch
18 Oct 2023
New Lamborghini Revuelto 2023 review
New Lamborghini Revuelto 2023 review
The stunning Lamborghini Revuelto breaks new ground for the iconic supercar brand
12 Oct 2023
Mazda MX-30 review
Mazda MX-30 review
The Mazda MX-30 is stylish, fun to drive and decent value; R-EV plug-in hybrid makes the most sense because the EV version’s range is limited
10 Oct 2023
BMW 7 Series review
BMW 7 Series review
Divisive styling doesn’t change the fact that the BMW 7 Series is one of the most impressive luxury vehicles on sale today
5 Oct 2023
New Toyota C-HR: pricing revealed for second instalment of funky hybrid crossover
New Toyota C-HR: pricing revealed for second instalment of funky hybrid crossover
The C-HR looks to conquer the tough small SUV segment with eye-catching looks and new technology
5 Oct 2023
Toyota RAV4 plug-in hybrid shows its sporty side with GR Sport makeover
Toyota RAV4 plug-in hybrid shows its sporty side with GR Sport makeover
The 302bhp RAV4 GR Sport is on sale now with a slew of bespoke tweaks
5 Oct 2023
Mercedes S-Class review
Mercedes S-Class review
The once imperious quality of the Mercedes S-Class may have slipped a little, but the technical highlights are typically eye-catching
4 Oct 2023
BMW 7 Series vs Mercedes S-Class: 2023 twin test review
BMW 7 Series vs Mercedes S-Class: 2023 twin test review
We stretch out in the new BMW 7 Series and Mercedes S-Class to find a luxury champ
30 Sep 2023
New Mercedes GLA 2023 facelift review
New Mercedes GLA 2023 facelift review
The Mercedes GLA has been updated, but the plug-in hybrid GLA 250 e model is hard to recommend at this price point
29 Sep 2023
UK buyers can now get BMW's 530e and 550e xDrive plug-in hybrids
UK buyers can now get BMW's 530e and 550e xDrive plug-in hybrids
BMW’s pair of plug-in 5 Series models add more options to growing range
27 Sep 2023
Audi RS 7 Sportback vs Porsche Panamera: 2023 twin test review
Audi RS 7 Sportback vs Porsche Panamera: 2023 twin test review
Ultra-fast executive models from Audi and Porsche go head to head
25 Sep 2023
New Ford Ranger PHEV set to join pick-up’s range
New Ford Ranger PHEV set to join pick-up’s range
The Ford Ranger pick-up will get a plug-in hybrid powertrain for the first time, but it won’t arrive until 2025
19 Sep 2023
Range Rover Velar vs Volvo XC60: 2023 twin test review
Range Rover Velar vs Volvo XC60: 2023 twin test review
Can the updated Range Rover Velar beat the Volvo XC60 in PHEV guise?
16 Sep 2023
Best EV charging apps 2023
Best EV charging apps 2023
We reveal the best electric vehicle apps for helping find public charging spots
13 Sep 2023
New Toyota Century SUV: sporty GRMN and convertible versions in the offing
New Toyota Century SUV: sporty GRMN and convertible versions in the offing
Toyota’s iconic Century name enters the luxury SUV market for the first time but it’s not coming to the UK
7 Sep 2023
New 2024 Mercedes-AMG GT Concept E Performance arrives
New 2024 Mercedes-AMG GT Concept E Performance arrives
Mercedes has previewed the plug-in hybrid version of the AMG GT sports car in Munich
6 Sep 2023
New BYD Seal U SUV set for UK launch as a plug-in hybrid
New BYD Seal U SUV set for UK launch as a plug-in hybrid
The range of BYD models available to UK customers will grow again with the Seal U arriving early next year in plug-in hybrid form. Pure EV versions wi…
5 Sep 2023
New Vauxhall Astra Sports Tourer PHEV 2023 review
New Vauxhall Astra Sports Tourer PHEV 2023 review
The lower-powered Vauxhall Astra PHEV estate promises to be the sweet spot in the range
30 Aug 2023
Porsche Cayenne Turbo E-Hybrid revealed as new range-topper
Porsche Cayenne Turbo E-Hybrid revealed as new range-topper
The new 728bhp Porsche Cayenne Turbo E-Hybrid arrives to sit at the top of the SUV's range
28 Aug 2023
New Range Rover Velar P400e 2023 facelift review
New Range Rover Velar P400e 2023 facelift review
The premium Range Rover Velar SUV has been updated for 2023, and we try it out in plug-in hybrid P400e form
28 Aug 2023
Regenerative braking: what is it and how does it work?
Regenerative braking: what is it and how does it work?
Regenerative braking turns your car’s kinetic energy into electricity to charge its battery and boost efficiency. Here’s how...
21 Aug 2023
New 2024 Hyundai Santa Fe: powertrains, specifications and technology
New 2024 Hyundai Santa Fe: powertrains, specifications and technology
Hyundai’s seven-seat SUV is back with a radical new look
10 Aug 2023
New 2023 Honda CR-V: UK pricing and specifications revealed
New 2023 Honda CR-V: UK pricing and specifications revealed
Latest Honda CR-V will come with plug-in hybrid technology for the first time
10 Aug 2023
Honda CR-V e:PHEV Advance 2023 review
Honda CR-V e:PHEV Advance 2023 review
The latest CR-V is mostly an improvement over its predecessor, but the plug-in hybrid fails to outshine its rivals
10 Aug 2023
DS 4 E-Tense 225: long-term test review
DS 4 E-Tense 225: long-term test review
Final report: we’re going to miss our PHEV’s comfort and practicality
9 Aug 2023