Plug-in hybrid cars
Three-car garage: Audi S3, Jaguar I-Pace and Volvo S80 for less than £50k
Three-car garage: Audi S3, Jaguar I-Pace and Volvo S80 for less than £50k
These three cars all suit different needs but have one thing in common - amazing acceleration
Leapmotor to build cars in Spain to avoid Chinese tariffs
Leapmotor to build cars in Spain to avoid Chinese tariffs
Leapmotor is about to make a big commitment to Europe thanks to Stellantis ownership
New Mitsubishi Shogun? Pajero teaser suggests a new 4x4 is on the way
New Mitsubishi Shogun? Pajero teaser suggests a new 4x4 is on the way
Rugged Toyota Land Cruiser rival will have to wear a different badge for certain markets
New BYD Ti7 2026 review: a serious Land Rover Defender attacker
New BYD Ti7 2026 review: a serious Land Rover Defender attacker
BYD’s British onslaught continues, and this time it’s taking on a national treasure
Long-term test: BMW X3 30e xDrive M Sport
Long-term test: BMW X3 30e xDrive M Sport
Final report: Just before it left our test fleet, the plug-in hybrid X3 met up with the new Neue Klasse iX3 to see how BMW’s ICE model shapes up again…
BYD Dolphin G DM-i set to be the UK’s cheapest plug-in hybrid
BYD Dolphin G DM-i set to be the UK’s cheapest plug-in hybrid
PHEV performance for petrol prices; new Dolphin G will target Renault Clio and Toyota Yaris when it arrives this summer
Plan to track plug-in hybrid cars to make pay-per-mile tax fairer
Plan to track plug-in hybrid cars to make pay-per-mile tax fairer
The pay-per-mile eVED system is set to come into force in April 2028, charging EV and PHEV drivers on top of the standard road tax rate
Jaecoo 7 review
Jaecoo 7 review
The Jaecoo 7 delivers plenty of space and an upmarket appearance at a competitive price
Long-term test: Mazda CX-80 Homura Plus
Long-term test: Mazda CX-80 Homura Plus
Final report: our plug-in hybrid SUV had a distinctly split personality
Car Deal of the Day: BYD Seal 6 delivers an ocean of value at £218 a month
Car Deal of the Day: BYD Seal 6 delivers an ocean of value at £218 a month
The BYD Seal 6 is considerably cheaper than its nearest competition and is our Deal of the Day for 19 May.
New BYD Ti7 is China’s answer to the Land Rover Defender, and it’s coming to the UK
New BYD Ti7 is China’s answer to the Land Rover Defender, and it’s coming to the UK
A new, high-end, high powered seven-seat SUV is coming from the Chinese brand, with punchy pricing
Car Deal of the Day: Audi A6 oozes style and panache for under £400 a month
Car Deal of the Day: Audi A6 oozes style and panache for under £400 a month
Audi’s A6 is a German institution, and offers style, quality and class. It’s our Deal of the Day for 18 May.
BMW X3 vs Honda CR-V vs VW Tayron vs MG HS vs Range Rover Sport: five top PHEVs head to head
BMW X3 vs Honda CR-V vs VW Tayron vs MG HS vs Range Rover Sport: five top PHEVs head to head
The five top plug-in hybrid systems go head-to-head on UK roads, in the test no PHEV buyer can do without
MG HS review
MG HS review
The MG HS may be an inexpensive mid-size SUV, but it’s well-equipped and built to a high standard
PHEV megatest: Britain's 16 favourite plug-in hybrid systems tested
PHEV megatest: Britain's 16 favourite plug-in hybrid systems tested
It’s PHEV boom time. So we tried the systems offered in 59 cars, testing their EV range and efficiency, to reveal the ones you should buy
Mercedes GLA review
Mercedes GLA review
The Mercedes GLA is a premium compact SUV offering high levels of comfort and refinement, and good on-board tech
Long-term test: Toyota Prius Excel
Long-term test: Toyota Prius Excel
Second report: Our PHEV’s safety tech is nagging a little too often – it’s time to reach for the ‘off’ switch
New BYD Atto 2 DM-i is the UK’s cheapest plug-in hybrid, but gets just 24 miles of EV range
New BYD Atto 2 DM-i is the UK’s cheapest plug-in hybrid, but gets just 24 miles of EV range
Powertrains usually reserved for larger and more expensive models are now available on a B-segment BYD
New Omoda 7 Noble Tech has unique screen that slides right across the car
New Omoda 7 Noble Tech has unique screen that slides right across the car
A new top-spec variant of the Omoda 7 has a few functions we’ve not seen before
Hyundai Tucson review
Hyundai Tucson review
The Hyundai Tucson combines refinement, space, style and hybrid technology to create a mid-size SUV that’s hard to beat
Audi Q3 review
Audi Q3 review
The latest Audi Q3 is evolutionary rather than revolutionary, but it’s an upmarket compact SUV that’s good to drive
New BMW XM Label 2026 review: heavy, loud, expensive and ridiculous
New BMW XM Label 2026 review: heavy, loud, expensive and ridiculous
The plug-in hybrid BMW XM is compromised, fast and slightly ridiculous; for the show-boaters only
Plug-in hybrids outpace EVs on battery degradation due to varied use patterns
Plug-in hybrids outpace EVs on battery degradation due to varied use patterns
While average battery state of health is roughly the same for EVs and PHEVs, varied use cases create more variance for hybrids
New Volvo XC90 PHEV to lead brand’s focus on large batteries and long range
New Volvo XC90 PHEV to lead brand’s focus on large batteries and long range
Transition to electric cars is taking longer than anticipated, so Volvo says it will bridge the gap with new hybrids
Cupra Leon review
Cupra Leon review
More eccentric than some rivals, Cupra’s updated Leon is a solid package with some impressive powertrains
Geely Starray review
Geely Starray review
The Starray is a plug-in hybrid that offers a decent EV range and lots of kit for a bargain price
New Lepas L8 2026 review: hybrid SUV targets VW Tiguan
New Lepas L8 2026 review: hybrid SUV targets VW Tiguan
This mid-size SUV newcomer has its fair share of appeal, but it might not be enough to see off such a a formidable set of foes
Volkswagen Tayron review
Volkswagen Tayron review
The Volkswagen Tayron takes the Tiguan’s best bits and mixes them with added practicality. We think it’s a solid, if unoriginal, family car
Jaecoo 8 review
Jaecoo 8 review
Jaecoo’s biggest car boasts a competitive price, surprising performance and seven seats, but its appeal for large families is limited
Range Rover Sport review
Range Rover Sport review
The Range Rover Sport is hard to beat, because it offers strong performance, superb comfort and an engaging drive
Car Deal of the Day: Toyota Prius is a fuel-economy king for just £251 a month
Car Deal of the Day: Toyota Prius is a fuel-economy king for just £251 a month
The Toyota Prius is a fuel-sipping hatchback with head-turning looks. It’s our Deal of the Day for 24 April.
Honda CR-V review
Honda CR-V review
Roomy, well-equipped and stuffed with safety technology, the Honda CR-V is a fine choice for families, albeit a pricey one
Car Deal of the Day: VW's Passat is a slick SUV alternative for £240 a month
Car Deal of the Day: VW's Passat is a slick SUV alternative for £240 a month
The VW Passat has been a classy choice for decades – and it’s shockingly affordable right now. It’s our Deal of the Day for 23 April.
Kia Niro review
Kia Niro review
Efficient, practical and boasting excellent on-board technology, the Kia Niro is a family SUV that offers great value for money