Plug-in hybrid cars

New Citroen C5 X PHEV 2022 review

The new Citroen C5 X has hit the UK, but does it make the most sense in plug-in hybrid form? We find out…

Road tests

26 Jul 2022

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BMW 330e Touring: long-term test review

Final report: Plug-in estate and electric SUV line up for family test

Long-term tests

12 Jul 2022

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New Citroen C5 Aircross PHEV 2022 review

The updated Citroen C5 Aircross PHEV is a good all-rounder, but fails to excel in any one area

Road tests

11 Jul 2022

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New Kia Niro PHEV 2022 review

The new Kia Niro Plug-in Hybrid promises 180bhp and 279mpg, but how does it fare in the real world?

Road tests

10 Jul 2022

Audi A8 vs Mercedes S Class - both cars front tracking

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Audi A8 vs Mercedes S-Class: 2022 twin test review

Plug-in hybrid limos from Audi and Mercedes can help captains of industry to reduce their emissions

Car group tests

9 Jul 2022

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Mid-size Premium SUV of the Year 2022: Lexus NX

The Lexus NX is the Auto Express 2022 Mid-size Premium SUV of the Year with the BMW X3 and Jaguar F-Pace commended

Awards

6 Jul 2022

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New Vauxhall Astra Sports Tourer 2022 review

The new Vauxhall Astra Sports Tourer is a good all-round package, but fails to stand out against some talented estate rivals

Road tests

1 Jul 2022

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New Volkswagen Multivan eHybrid 2022 review

The plug-in hybrid Volkswagen Multivan MPV offers comfort, refinement and acres of space

Road tests

17 Jun 2022

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New Audi A6 Avant 50 TFSI e 2022 review

Audi now offers efficient plug-in hybrid tech in its biggest estate

Road tests

10 Jun 2022

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New DS 4 E-Tense 2022 review

Is the new DS 4 the best car yet from the French brand? We hit the road in the new plug-in hybrid E-Tense model to find out…

Road tests

7 Jun 2022

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New 2022 Lexus RX SUV arrives with bold look to take on the BMW X5

The large Lexus RX SUV comes with plug-in and conventional hybrid power, plus a totally revamped interior

News

1 Jun 2022

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New Peugeot 308 Hybrid 180 2022 review

Is the more modest 178bhp Peugeot 308 PHEV the pick of the new hatchback's range? We find out...

Road tests

26 May 2022

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Mercedes C 300 e 2022 review

The Mercedes C300 e plug-in hybrid offers superb low running costs and a real feeling of quality throughout

Road tests

25 May 2022

Peugeot 508 SW Sport Engineered vs BMW 330e xDrive Touring - both cars side by side

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Peugeot 508 SW PSE vs BMW 330e Touring: 2022 twin test review

Peugeot’s premium push is putting it in direct competition with big players in that market. We pitch its new 508 PSE performance estate against BMW’s …

Car group tests

16 May 2022

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New BMW XM prototype review

We try out a prototype version of the 644bhp BMW XM plug-in hybrid SUV ahead of its official arrival

Road tests

15 May 2022

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New Audi A8 60 TFSI e 2022 review

While recent updates have made the Audi A8 limo better than ever, it still falls slightly short of some of its rivals

Road tests

21 Apr 2022

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New 2022 Kia Niro pricing and specifications revealed

The second-generation Kia Niro launches in the UK, with prices starting from £27,745

News

20 Apr 2022

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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 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

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 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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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 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 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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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 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

SEAT Leon e-Hybrid long termer - second report static

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SEAT Leon e-Hybrid: long-term test review

Final report: Staycation displays our hybrid hatch’s strengths perfectly

Long-term tests

11 Oct 2021

Audi Q5 vs Hyundai Santa Fe vs Volvo XC60

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Audi Q5 vs Volvo XC60 vs Hyundai Santa Fe: 2021 group test review

The Audi Q5, Volvo XC60 and Hyundai Santa Fe all offer plug-in hybrid capability, but which does it best?

Car group tests

9 Oct 2021