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Kia Sportage GT-Line S PHEV AWD 2022 review

The new plug-in hybrid version of the Kia Sportage SUV brings improved economy and tax savings to an already impressive model

Road tests

7 Apr 2022

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Suzuki Across PHEV SUV updated for 2022

Japanese brand updates its plug-in hybrid family SUV with tech changes to improve charging

News

5 Apr 2022

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Vauxhall Grandland PHEV 2022 review

The plug-in hybrid version of the refreshed Vauxhall Grandland aims to reduce running costs and BiK tax expenses

Road tests

25 Mar 2022

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Toyota RAV4 Design PHEV: long-term test

Final report: our Toyota RAV4 plug-in hybrid is put to good use as an ambulance

Long-term tests

11 Mar 2022

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New Jeep Compass e-Hybrid 2022 review

The new Jeep Compass e-Hybrid falls behind some talented rivals in the family SUV class, but it's not without its charms

Road tests

9 Mar 2022

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New BMW X2 xDrive25e 2022 review

The new plug-in hybrid BMW X2 xDrive25e struggles to compete with more modern rivals such as the Mercedes GLA 250 e

Road tests

8 Mar 2022

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New Ferrari 296 GTB 2022 review

The new plug-in hybrid V6 Ferrari 296 GTB sports car is fast and fun

Road tests

6 Mar 2022

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Suzuki Vitara SZ5 Full Hybrid 2022 review

Full Hybrid replaces mild hybrid in the popular Suzuki Vitara SUV's range

Road tests

4 Mar 2022

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DS 9 E-Tense 4x4 2022 review

With a potent 355bhp available, is the new E-Tense 4x4 360 the best version of the DS 9 hybrid?

Road tests

24 Feb 2022

Audi Q8 55 TFSI e vs Range Rover Sport P400e - front

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Audi Q8 55 TFSI e vs Range Rover Sport P400e: 2022 twin test review

Can plug-in hybrids fill the void left by diesel? We test PHEV versions of the Audi Q8 and Range Rover Sport to find out

Car group tests

19 Feb 2022

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New Lexus ES 300h 2022 review

The updates are a welcome addition, but the Lexus ES still lags behind the class leaders where it arguably matters the most - the powertrain

Road tests

18 Feb 2022

Jeep Grand Cherokee 4xe - front tracking

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New 2022 Jeep Grand Cherokee makes European debut with plug-in power

The flagship Grand Cherokee SUV arrives in Europe with plug-in hybrid power only as Jeep looks towards an all-electrified engine line-up in 2022

News

17 Feb 2022

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New 2022 Mazda 2 Hybrid available to order now from £20,300

Mazda’s rebadged version of the Toyota Yaris will be sold alongside the existing Mazda 2 supermini and offers up to 74.3mpg

News

16 Feb 2022

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New Volvo XC60 T8 Recharge 2022 review

The Volvo XC60 T8 Recharge’s improved powertrain brings a boost in all-electric range and fuel economy

Road tests

11 Feb 2022

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New Vauxhall Astra PHEV 2022 review

The latest version of the big-selling Vauxhall Astra hatch stands out from its rivals in plug-in hybrid form

Road tests

8 Feb 2022

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Kia Sportage 1.6 Hybrid GT-Line S 2022 review

The latest Kia Sportage has a lot to live up to - can it challenge the best family SUVs once again?

Road tests

3 Feb 2022

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New BMW 330e Touring 2022 review

Plug-in hybrid power is available in the BMW 3 Series Touring for first time, but is it a winner?

Road tests

1 Feb 2022

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New Lexus NX 350h 2022 review

We try the Lexus NX 350h on UK roads to see if the hybrid SUV has the ability to challenge its plug-in and all-electric rivals

Road tests

1 Feb 2022

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New Jeep Renegade and Compass e-Hybrids revealed

Jeep adds conventional hybrid power to Renegade and Compass line-ups, on sale in UK now

News

20 Jan 2022

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New MINI Countryman Cooper S plug-in hybrid 2022 review

In sporty Cooper S guise, can the latest plug-in hybrid MINI Countryman offer frugality and fun?

Road tests

18 Jan 2022

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New Audi Q8 55 TFSI e 2022 review

In the competitive plug-in hybrid SUV market, can Audi's new Q8 55 TFSI e stand out?

Road tests

18 Jan 2022

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New Hyundai Tucson PHEV 2022 review

Is the award-winning Hyundai Tucson even better with plug-in hybrid power?

Road tests

17 Jan 2022

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New Mazda 2 2022 review

Has hybrid power taken the Mazda 2 to the next level?

Road tests

11 Jan 2022

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New Volkswagen Tiguan eHybrid 2022 review

The new Volkswagen Tiguan eHybrid is a capable plug-in hybrid but it's far from a class leader

Road tests

10 Jan 2022

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BMW passes one million electrified vehicle sales

For now, most of those sales comes from the firm’s hybrid cars, but BMW says it plans to deliver two million fully electric vehicles by 2025

News

9 Dec 2021

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New Jeep Compass 4xe 2022 review

The new plug-in hybrid Jeep Compass 4xe struggles with refinement, but still comes with plenty of plus points

Road tests

3 Dec 2021

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Land Rover Defender 110 X-Dynamic S P400e PHEV 2021 review

The new plug-in hybrid Land Rover Defender P400e boasts 398bhp and up to 27 miles of pure electric driving

Road tests

26 Nov 2021

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Toyota Yaris Cross Design 2021 review

The new Toyota Yaris Cross has arrived in the UK, but what's it like on the road? We find out...

Road tests

26 Nov 2021

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Hyundai Tucson Ultimate Hybrid: long-term test

Final report: The Hyundai Tucson has handled everything the Fowler family could throw at it

Long-term tests

23 Nov 2021

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New Lexus NX 450h+ 2021 review

Does plug-in hybrid tech improve the new Lexus NX? We find out...

Road tests

18 Nov 2021

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New Mazda CX-50 revealed with rugged looks and electrification

Mazda has unwrapped the CX-50, a US-only SUV that gives an idea of how forthcoming UK SUVs will look

News

16 Nov 2021

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New 2022 Vauxhall Astra on sale now from £23,275

The Mk8 Vauxhall Astra is available in a choice of three trim-levels and will be offered with a plug-in hybrid powertrain for the first time

News

9 Nov 2021

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Sustainable luxury: Bentley’s innovative approach to going green

As Bentley launches a Flying Spur Hybrid, we visit the firm’s Crewe HQ to see how the luxury car maker is becoming more eco-friendly

Features

8 Nov 2021

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New Honda HR-V 2021 review

The new Honda HR-V compact SUV has arrived in the UK and it ticks plenty of boxes

Road tests

25 Oct 2021

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Renault Arkana vs Toyota C-HR: 2021 group test review

Toyota's C-HR is an exceedingly competent small SUV, but does the new Renault Arkana have it beat?

Car group tests

23 Oct 2021

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New Renault Captur E-Tech Hybrid 2021 review

We find out if new hybrid technology is a winner in our favourite small SUV

Road tests

15 Oct 2021