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New Jaguar F-Pace P400e PHEV 2021 review
Jaguar F-Pace PHEV - front

New Jaguar F-Pace P400e PHEV 2021 review

Is the new plug-in hybrid Jaguar F-Pace 400e the pick of the range? We find out...
Road tests
10 Mar 2021
Hyundai Tucson vs Lexus NX
Hyundai Tucson vs Lexus NX

Hyundai Tucson vs Lexus NX

Can the new Hyundai Tucson compete against the Lexus NX in the premium SUV sector?
Car group tests
6 Mar 2021
New Mercedes E 300 e 2021 review
Mercedes E 300 e - front

New Mercedes E 300 e 2021 review

The updated Mercedes E 300 e plug-in hybrid executive saloon has landed in the UK
Road tests
3 Mar 2021
Mazda launches updated e-Skyactiv X powertrain 
Mazda e-Skyactiv

Mazda launches updated e-Skyactiv X powertrain 

New 2.0-litre engine is available in the Mazda3 and CX-30 with promises of improved efficiency over the old Skyactiv X unit
News
1 Mar 2021
New Hyundai Kona 2021 review
Hyundai Kona - front tracking

New Hyundai Kona 2021 review

The Hyundai Kona has been revised for 2021 and we find out just how much it's improved
Road tests
5 Feb 2021
New 2021 Bentley Bentayga Hybrid arrives this October priced from £155,500
Bentley Bentayga Hybrid 2021

New 2021 Bentley Bentayga Hybrid arrives this October priced from £155,500

The updated Bentley Bentayga Hybrid luxury SUV gets a new look in line with the rest of the Bentley line-up
News
16 Jan 2021
New Mercedes C 300 de 2021 review

New Mercedes C 300 de 2021 review

The diesel-electric Mercedes C 300 de compact exec boasts strong performance and economy
Road tests
5 Jan 2021
Used Hyundai Ioniq review
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Used Hyundai Ioniq review

A full used buyer’s guide on the Hyundai Ioniq, covering the Ioniq Mk1 (2016-date)
Used car tests
5 Jan 2021
New Polestar 1 2020 review
New Polestar 1 2020 review

New Polestar 1 2020 review

Can the £139k Polestar 1 coupe offer an alternative to the Bentley Continental GT and BMW M8?
Road tests
18 Dec 2020
New Renault Megane Sport Tourer E-Tech PHEV 2020 review
Renault Megane Sport Tourer - rear seats

New Renault Megane Sport Tourer E-Tech PHEV 2020 review

Has a new hybrid powertrain propelled the Renault Megane Sports Tourer to the top of its class?
Road tests
18 Dec 2020
New Renault Captur Plug-in hybrid 2020 review
Renault Captur PHEV

New Renault Captur Plug-in hybrid 2020 review

We try the new hybrid Renault Captur E-Tech out on UK roads to see if it's the pick of the Captur lineup
Road tests
11 Dec 2020
New Audi A3 Sportback 45 TFSI e plug-in hybrid revealed

New Audi A3 Sportback 45 TFSI e plug-in hybrid revealed

New plug-in hybrid Audi A3 Sportback 45 TFSI e arrives with UK launch coming in 2021
News
8 Dec 2020
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New Volkswagen Golf GTE 2020 review

New Volkswagen Golf GTE 2020 review

Is the new 242bhp plug-in hybrid Volkswagen Golf GTE the pick of the range? We find out...
Road tests
19 Nov 2020
Volvo S60 T8 Twin Engine: long-term test review

Volvo S60 T8 Twin Engine: long-term test review

Final report: lockdown life proved benefits of plug-in hybrid Volvo S60
Long-term tests
12 Nov 2020
New Audi A6 50 TFSI e 2020 review

New Audi A6 50 TFSI e 2020 review

The new Audi A6 50 TFSI e brings plug-in hybrid power to the A6 range for the first time
Road tests
10 Nov 2020
New SEAT Leon e-Hybrid 2020 review

New SEAT Leon e-Hybrid 2020 review

The new SEAT Leon e-Hybrid brings plug-in power to the hatchback's range for the first time
Road tests
6 Nov 2020
Ford Kuga recall: Ford finds fix for faulty PHEV battery pack
Ford Kuga PHEV 2020

Ford Kuga recall: Ford finds fix for faulty PHEV battery pack

Ford has released an action plan for its recent Kuga PHEV recall, which involves completely replacing the defective battery packs with fresh units
News
30 Oct 2020
New Land Rover Discovery Sport PHEV 2020 review

New Land Rover Discovery Sport PHEV 2020 review

The Land Rover Discovery Sport P300e plug-in hybrid promises 135mpg and an all-electric range of 38 miles, but does it deliver?
Road tests
21 Oct 2020
New Porsche Panamera Turbo S E-Hybrid revealed with 690bhp

New Porsche Panamera Turbo S E-Hybrid revealed with 690bhp

The Porsche Panamera Turbo S E-Hybrid becomes the most powerful variant available, priced from £140,130
News
19 Oct 2020
New BMW 545e xDrive 2020 review

New BMW 545e xDrive 2020 review

The new plug-in hybrid BMW 545e xDrive combines a 3.0-litre six-cylinder petrol engine with an 11.6kWh battery and electric motor
Road tests
16 Oct 2020
BMW recalls multiple plug-in hybrid models
BMW 330e - front

BMW recalls multiple plug-in hybrid models

BMW’s engineers have identified a problem with PHEV battery packs, which could result in a short circuit and potentially cause a fire
News
15 Oct 2020
Affordable Hybrid Car of the Year 2020: Toyota Yaris

Affordable Hybrid Car of the Year 2020: Toyota Yaris

The Toyota Yaris is the 2020 Auto Express Affordable Hybrid Car of the Year, with the Honda Jazz and Skoda Superb iV commended
News
13 Oct 2020
Premium Hybrid Car of the Year 2020: Mercedes E-Class

Premium Hybrid Car of the Year 2020: Mercedes E-Class

The Mercedes E-Class is the 2020 Premium Hybrid Car of the Year, with the BMW 300e and Mercedes A 250 e commended
News
13 Oct 2020
New plug-in hybrid Audi Q8 TFSI e quattro launched with 456bhp

New plug-in hybrid Audi Q8 TFSI e quattro launched with 456bhp

Audi Q8 hybrid unveiled with six-cylinder power mated to a pure-electric range of 29 miles
News
13 Oct 2020
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New Lexus UX 250h 2020 review
Lexus UX - front tracking

New Lexus UX 250h 2020 review

We find out if the new four-wheel drive Lexus UX 250h Takumi E-Four is the pick of Lexus' small SUV lineup
Road tests
7 Oct 2020
'Make plug-in hybrids work for their eco credentials'

'Make plug-in hybrids work for their eco credentials'

Deputy editor John McIlroy thinks a smarter taxation and incentive system would make plug-in hybrid owners drive more efficiently
Opinion
24 Sep 2020
New Kia Ceed Sportswagon PHEV 2020 review

New Kia Ceed Sportswagon PHEV 2020 review

The new Kia Ceed Sportswagon PHEV gets the Niro’s plug-in hybrid running gear, but does it improve the compact estate’s appeal?
Road tests
9 Sep 2020
2020 Range Rover Evoque gains mild hybrid diesels and infotainment upgrades

2020 Range Rover Evoque gains mild hybrid diesels and infotainment upgrades

The Range Rover Evoque Range has been expanded and improved with the latest infotainment tech and new electrified diesel options...
News
25 Aug 2020
New Mercedes A 250 e 2020 review
New Mercedes A 250 e

New Mercedes A 250 e 2020 review

Does the plug-in Mercedes A 250 e have more going for it than claimed economy of over 250mpg and low emissions?
Road tests
21 Aug 2020
New 2020 BMW 545e PHEV: specs, details and prototype drive

New 2020 BMW 545e PHEV: specs, details and prototype drive

The facelifted BMW 5 Series gets a new six-cylinder plug-in hybrid 545e option, and we’ve been for a short spin to get a feel for the new drivetrain
News
11 Aug 2020
Hybrid vs plug-in hybrid vs electric cars: which electrified vehicle is right for you
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Hybrid vs plug-in hybrid vs electric cars: which electrified vehicle is right for you

Should you buy a hybrid, plug-in hybrid or electric car? We examine the pros and cons of today’s electrified powertrains.
Tips & advice
1 Aug 2020
Peugeot 508 Hybrid vs Skoda Superb iV

Peugeot 508 Hybrid vs Skoda Superb iV

The new Peugeot 508 Hybrid and Skoda Superb iV do battle in the hybrid family car segment
Car group tests
25 Jul 2020
New Maserati Ghibli Hybrid gets four-cylinder 48-volt power

New Maserati Ghibli Hybrid gets four-cylinder 48-volt power

Electric supercharger technology means 325bhp and 420Nm torque for Maserati’s new hybrid saloon
News
16 Jul 2020
New Lamborghini Sian Roadster sets faces to stunned with open top and 808bhp V12

New Lamborghini Sian Roadster sets faces to stunned with open top and 808bhp V12

Lamborghini’s hybrid Sian hypercar goes roofless with sub three-second dash to 62mph promised
News
8 Jul 2020
Skoda Octavia Estate vs Toyota Corolla Touring Sports

Skoda Octavia Estate vs Toyota Corolla Touring Sports

Skoda’s new Octavia Estate has moved upmarket. We find out if it’s a better wagon than the Toyota Corolla Touring Sports
Car group tests
4 Jul 2020
New Ford Focus Ecoboost Hybrid engines arrive with Zetec Edition trim level
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New Ford Focus Ecoboost Hybrid engines arrive with Zetec Edition trim level

Two new mild-hybrid engine options arrive on Ford’s Focus hatch priced from £23,610, there's new interior tech and a minor equipment boost, too
News
22 Jun 2020
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