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Stricter plug-in hybrid emissions tests are the answer to a question no-one asked
Opinion - PHEVs

Stricter plug-in hybrid emissions tests are the answer to a question no-one asked

Editor Paul Barker takes a closer look at plug-in hybrids and wonders if the new stricter tests will actually work
Opinion
11 Jan 2025
Car Deal of the Day: Skoda Kodiaq PHEV is an award-winning family SUV for just £240 a month
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Car Deal of the Day: Skoda Kodiaq PHEV is an award-winning family SUV for just £240 a month

We rate the Skoda Kodiaq so highly that we named it Best Large SUV of 2024. It’s our Deal of the Day for 9 January
News
9 Jan 2025
Volkswagen Tiguan vs BYD Seal U: can this new arrival beat a firm favourite?
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Volkswagen Tiguan vs BYD Seal U: can this new arrival beat a firm favourite?

BYD is known for its EVs, but how does its first plug-in hybrid to be launched in the UK, the Seal U, stack up against VW’s Tiguan?
Car group tests
8 Jan 2025
New XPeng Aero HT is a six-wheeled Cybertruck clone with a helicopter in the boot
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New XPeng Aero HT is a six-wheeled Cybertruck clone with a helicopter in the boot

Combined car and aircraft has already been licenced to fly in China, with prices from £220,000
News
8 Jan 2025
Plug-in hybrid cars are essentially pointless and in 2025 it’s high time we all accepted that
Opinion - PHEVs

Plug-in hybrid cars are essentially pointless and in 2025 it’s high time we all accepted that

Alex Ingram explains why he believes that PHEVs aren't all they're cracked up to be
Opinion
7 Jan 2025
Best plug-in hybrids to buy 2025
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Best plug-in hybrids to buy 2025

The plug-in hybrid market has grown exponentially. Here are our electrified favourites
Best cars & vans
6 Jan 2025
Car Deal of the Day: Alfa Romeo Tonale PHEV for £239 per month is a steal
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Car Deal of the Day: Alfa Romeo Tonale PHEV for £239 per month is a steal

This stylish Italian SUV with efficient plug-in hybrid power and an attention-grabbing price is our Deal of the Day for 5 January
News
5 Jan 2025
Kia Sportage review
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Kia Sportage review

Featuring plenty of space, great on-board technology and a comfortable ride, the Kia Sportage is a first-rate family SUV
In-depth reviews
3 Jan 2025
Plug-in hybrids face stricter emission tests in 2025 as misleading efficiency figures are targeted
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Plug-in hybrids face stricter emission tests in 2025 as misleading efficiency figures are targeted

More realistic emissions testing could see substantial tax increases for PHEV drivers
News
2 Jan 2025
Cupra Formentor review
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Cupra Formentor review

The Cupra Formentor is a sporty, coupe-SUV that’s talented enough to mix it with more established, premium rivals
In-depth reviews
2 Jan 2025
New BMW 330e 2024 review: one of the best plug-in company cars you can buy
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New BMW 330e 2024 review: one of the best plug-in company cars you can buy

The facelifted BMW 330e PHEV is a top business choice
Road tests
18 Dec 2024
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New BMW XM Kith Concept is an M1-inspired super-SUV
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New BMW XM Kith Concept is an M1-inspired super-SUV

Limited-edition BMW XM revealed at Art Basel Miami in the US, with purple paint and a link to the iconic M1
News
6 Dec 2024
Land Rover Defender review
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Land Rover Defender review

The Defender remains one of the most desirable SUVs around, offering a combination of genuine off-road ability, style and practicality
In-depth reviews
5 Dec 2024
Cupra Formentor e-Hybrid 2024 review: new-look SUV is now more efficient than ever
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Cupra Formentor e-Hybrid 2024 review: new-look SUV is now more efficient than ever

The popular Formentor has received a series of effective upgrades, but it can be a bit pricey to buy
Road tests
28 Nov 2024
New Volvo XC90 T8 2024 review: popular plug-in hybrid is better than ever
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New Volvo XC90 T8 2024 review: popular plug-in hybrid is better than ever

The Volvo XC90 SUV has been updated to keep if fresh against newer competition
Road tests
25 Nov 2024
Best used hybrid cars to buy now
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Best used hybrid cars to buy now

Want to embrace electrified driving but need the reassurance of an internal combustion engine? Try one of our favourite used hybrid cars
Best cars & vans
21 Nov 2024
Car Deal of the Day: posh doesn’t mean pricey with Mazda CX-60 PHEV at under £250 per month
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Car Deal of the Day: posh doesn’t mean pricey with Mazda CX-60 PHEV at under £250 per month

Mazda’s CX-60 plug-in hybrid offers pace and prestige for little cash – it’s our Deal of the Day for 18 November
News
18 Nov 2024
Jeep Grand Cherokee review
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Jeep Grand Cherokee review

The Jeep Grand Cherokee struggles to compete with a host of talented SUV rivals at this price point
In-depth reviews
15 Nov 2024
MG HS review
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MG HS review

The MG HS might be an inexpensive mid-size SUV, but it’s not missing any kit or quality
In-depth reviews
14 Nov 2024
Toyota RAV4 review
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Toyota RAV4 review

The Toyota RAV4 offers smart styling, hybrid power and great build quality, but it trails rivals in some key areas
In-depth reviews
14 Nov 2024
Mercedes E-Class Estate review
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Mercedes E-Class Estate review

The latest E-Class Estate is big on comfort and tech, but it’s no longer a leader in the space race
In-depth reviews
11 Nov 2024
Car Deal of the Day: head-turning new Toyota Prius plug-in hybrid for £169 per month
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Car Deal of the Day: head-turning new Toyota Prius plug-in hybrid for £169 per month

The latest iteration of Toyota’s pioneering hybrid hatchback looks and drives better than ever, and at this price, it’s a stonking Deal of the Day for…
News
11 Nov 2024
Mazda MX-30 review
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Mazda MX-30 review

Stylish Mazda handles well and has a classy cabin but is compromised elsewhere, whether in electric or range-extending guise
In-depth reviews
8 Nov 2024
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Toyota Prius review
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Toyota Prius review

Sharp looks are matched by the best-ever driving experience to be found in a Prius
In-depth reviews
8 Nov 2024
Kia Niro review
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Kia Niro review

Efficient, practical and boasting excellent on-board technology, the Kia Niro is a family SUV that offers great value for money
In-depth reviews
8 Nov 2024
New 2025 Volkswagen Multivan eHybrid 4Motion PHEV gets 59-mile range
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New 2025 Volkswagen Multivan eHybrid 4Motion PHEV gets 59-mile range

There’s also more power and all-wheel drive for Volkswagen’s family-focused seven-seater
News
5 Nov 2024
New Renault Rafale E-Tech PHEV 2024 review: plug-in power adds to SUV's appeal
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New Renault Rafale E-Tech PHEV 2024 review: plug-in power adds to SUV's appeal

The Renault Rafale's new plug-in hybrid powertrain adds desirability, but it's still a flawed SUV that doesn't match up to its premium rivals
Road tests
4 Nov 2024
DS 9 review
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DS 9 review

DS 9 is a stylish and offbeat executive saloon, but can’t beat upmarket rivals for driving dynamics, tech or image
In-depth reviews
1 Nov 2024
BYD Seal U review
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BYD Seal U review

Spacious and attractively priced plug-in hybrid let down by lacklustre driving dynamics
In-depth reviews
1 Nov 2024
Discover the perfect work-life balance with the New Ford Kuga plug-in hybrid SUV
Ford Kuga

Discover the perfect work-life balance with the New Ford Kuga plug-in hybrid SUV

With bold new styling, next-level connectivity and a more versatile interior, the efficient Ford Kuga plug-in hybrid could be the ideal first step tow…
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31 Oct 2024
2024 Volvo XC90 pricing revealed, starting at £63,790
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2024 Volvo XC90 pricing revealed, starting at £63,790

Heavily refreshed XC90 to be available in mild and plug-in hybrid forms alongside all-electric EX90
News
30 Oct 2024
New powertrains now available for BMW 1 Series, 5 Series Touring in MY2025 update
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New powertrains now available for BMW 1 Series, 5 Series Touring in MY2025 update

Mid-spec all-wheel drive 123 xDrive, plus 520 and M550e Tourings join the range, adding new ICE-powered options
News
30 Oct 2024
Bentley Continental GT review
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Bentley Continental GT review

Bentley’s new plug-in powertrain is a perfect match for the bruising Continental GT, creating the most compelling grand tourer on the market
In-depth reviews
24 Oct 2024
Peugeot 308 SW review
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Peugeot 308 SW review

The Peugeot 308 SW’s upmarket push brings in plug-in hybrid tech – and higher prices
In-depth reviews
17 Oct 2024
New Audi A3 plug-in hybrid boasts huge 88-mile EV range
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New Audi A3 plug-in hybrid boasts huge 88-mile EV range

The A3 TFSI e will go on sale in November, with prices set to start from £39,150
News
15 Oct 2024