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Skoda Superb iV SE L (2015-2024): long-term test
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Skoda Superb iV SE L (2015-2024): long-term test

Second report: the spacious Skoda Superb iV plug-in hybrid hatch boldly goes where no family car has gone before
Long-term tests
9 Apr 2021
Mercedes-AMG reveals 804bhp plug-in hybrid power for future models
Mercedes AMG PHEV

Mercedes-AMG reveals 804bhp plug-in hybrid power for future models

Electrified V8 and four-cylinder powertrains under E Performance badge for next AMGs with more than 804bhp on offer; all-electric Mercedes AMG models …
News
31 Mar 2021
'Cutting electric car incentives will harm the environment'
Opinion grant cut

'Cutting electric car incentives will harm the environment'

Editor-in-chief Steve Fowler thinks cutting the plug-in hybrid grant could push CO2 emissions up
Opinion
25 Mar 2021
New Kia Sorento PHEV 2021 review
Kia Sorento PHEV 2021

New Kia Sorento PHEV 2021 review

Can plug-in hybrid power increase the Kia Sorento's appeal?
Road tests
24 Mar 2021
New Range Rover Velar P400e PHEV 2021 review
Range Rover Velar P400e - front

New Range Rover Velar P400e PHEV 2021 review

Has plug-in hybrid power improved the Range Rover Velar? We find out…
Road tests
22 Mar 2021
BMW X5 xDrive45e: long-term test
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BMW X5 xDrive45e: long-term test

Final report: BMW is on a Rolls with its large plug-in hybrid X5 xDrive 45e SUV
Long-term tests
18 Mar 2021
New Volkswagen Touareg R on sale now priced from £71,995
Volkswagen Touareg R - front

New Volkswagen Touareg R on sale now priced from £71,995

The Volkswagen Touareg R flagship performance SUV is available to order in the UK now with a 456bhp 3.0-litre V6 plug-in hybrid powertrain
News
11 Mar 2021
New Jaguar E-Pace P300e PHEV 2021 review
Jaguar E-Pace PHEV - front

New Jaguar E-Pace P300e PHEV 2021 review

The Jaguar E-Pace is now available as a plug-in hybrid, with the new P300e boasting 305bhp and 34 miles of all-electric range
Road tests
10 Mar 2021
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
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New Hyundai Kona 2021 review
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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
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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 Kia Sorento plug-in hybrid models on sale from £44,995

New Kia Sorento plug-in hybrid models on sale from £44,995

Mix of 1.6-litre petrol engine and electric motor promises 261bhp for the Kia Sorento but the lowest emissions of the range
News
16 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
New Renault Clio E-Tech Hybrid 2020 review

New Renault Clio E-Tech Hybrid 2020 review

The new Renault Clio E-Tech Hybrid is a welcome addition to the impressive supermini’s range
Road tests
25 Nov 2020
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
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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 Range Rover Evoque PHEV 2020 review
Range Rover Evoque

New Range Rover Evoque PHEV 2020 review

Brand-new 1.5-litre three-cylinder Ingenium petrol engine makes its debut in the new Range Rover Evoque plug-in hybrid
Road tests
20 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
New Lexus UX 250h 2020 review
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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
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