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New Mercedes-AMG GT 63 S E Performance review: should be fun… but isn’t
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New Mercedes-AMG GT 63 S E Performance review: should be fun… but isn’t

Colossal power through cutting-edge technology, but what’s it actually like to drive?
Road tests
1 Jul 2025
Volkswagen Golf GTE vs Toyota Prius: two visions of family car efficiency collide
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Volkswagen Golf GTE vs Toyota Prius: two visions of family car efficiency collide

Can a plug-in hybrid really be a fun option for a true petrolhead?
Car group tests
28 Jun 2025
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
25 Jun 2025
McLaren Artura review
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McLaren Artura review

The McLaren Artura is a Brit-built supercar that combines hybrid technology with turbo power for a thrilling drive
In-depth reviews
24 Jun 2025
New Bentley Continental GTC Azure 2025 review: PHEV power suits luxury convertible
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New Bentley Continental GTC Azure 2025 review: PHEV power suits luxury convertible

The new Bentley Continental GTC Azure gets a plug-in hybrid V8 that compliments the drop-top’s comfortable nature
Road tests
23 Jun 2025
Six new BYD cars by 2026, but they won’t all be EVs
BYD Dolphin Surf Comfort - front cornering

Six new BYD cars by 2026, but they won’t all be EVs

The Chinese brand intends to double the size of its UK line-up by the end of next year
News
19 Jun 2025
New Ford Ranger PHEV 2025 review: plug-in pick-up sets the standard
Ford Ranger PHEV - front cornering

New Ford Ranger PHEV 2025 review: plug-in pick-up sets the standard

Ford’s pick-up is losing traditional diesel power in favour of a PHEV setup, but it’s no less capable
Road tests
19 Jun 2025
Car Deal of the Day: Slash your bills with the Skoda Superb Estate plug-in hybrid for £266 a month
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Car Deal of the Day: Slash your bills with the Skoda Superb Estate plug-in hybrid for £266 a month

Smart, stylish and spacious, the Superb Estate is a great choice and is our Deal of the Day for 16 June.
News
16 Jun 2025
New Audi A5 e-hybrid quattro review: is the plug-in hybrid coming of age?
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New Audi A5 e-hybrid quattro review: is the plug-in hybrid coming of age?

Audi’s e-hybrid plug-in hybrid powertrain fills a crucial gap in the A5 range, offering fuel and tax efficiency that will appeal to many.
Road tests
16 Jun 2025
Audi A5 review
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Audi A5 review

The Audi A5 is a bigger, smarter, plusher (and pricier) replacement for the A4 that’s competent to drive
In-depth reviews
13 Jun 2025
Toyota C-HR review
Toyota C-HR - front tracking

Toyota C-HR review

The bold Toyota C-HR combines strong equipment levels, high efficiency, and lots of safety features, but it’ll cost you
In-depth reviews
13 Jun 2025
Vauxhall Astra Sports Tourer review
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Vauxhall Astra Sports Tourer review

Stylish looks, impressive technology, and various engine options make the Vauxhall Astra Sports Tourer a fine estate car choice
In-depth reviews
12 Jun 2025
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Used Suzuki Across (Mk1, 2020-date) buyer’s guide: a Toyota RAV4 in disguise
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Used Suzuki Across (Mk1, 2020-date) buyer’s guide: a Toyota RAV4 in disguise

A full used buyer’s guide on the Suzuki Across which has been on sale in the UK since 2020
Used car tests
11 Jun 2025
New plug-in Audi Q5 e-hybrid can do 62-miles as an EV
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New plug-in Audi Q5 e-hybrid can do 62-miles as an EV

Long-awaited Audi Q5 PHEV arrives with high-spec 295bhp powertrain; priced from £56,740
News
11 Jun 2025
Wunderbar! New Audi Q3 will finally be unveiled in less than a week
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Wunderbar! New Audi Q3 will finally be unveiled in less than a week

The next iteration of the popular compact SUV is set to be one of Audi’s last petrol-powered cars
News
10 Jun 2025
Smart to stay EV-only... but don't rule out a #5 hybrid
Smart #5 Brabus - front charging

Smart to stay EV-only... but don't rule out a #5 hybrid

The brand’s latest creation, the Smart #5, is rumoured to be getting a plug-in hybrid variant, but it seems that it’ll only be offered in China
News
4 Jun 2025
New Audi A6 e-hybrid is just over £2k cheaper than the all-electric e-tron
Audi A6 PHEV

New Audi A6 e-hybrid is just over £2k cheaper than the all-electric e-tron

Plug-in hybrid power is now on offer with Audi’s new executive saloon and estate
News
30 May 2025
New Audi A3 TFSIe 2025 review: an almost perfect plug-in hybrid
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New Audi A3 TFSIe 2025 review: an almost perfect plug-in hybrid

The new Audi A3 TFSIe plug-in hybrid offers a fantastic balance of handling, refinement and all-electric range
Road tests
21 May 2025
Nissan could ditch pure-petrol power in the UK to avoid big ZEV fines
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Nissan could ditch pure-petrol power in the UK to avoid big ZEV fines

New boss suggests it makes sense to kill higher-CO2 petrol engines in favour of hybrids and EVs
News
21 May 2025
BYD’s plug-in hybrid onslaught to be led by 124-mile secret weapons
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BYD’s plug-in hybrid onslaught to be led by 124-mile secret weapons

Plug-in hybrid tech looks like playing an increasingly important role in BYD’s future, but expect more EV range, faster charging and better fuel econo…
News
21 May 2025
Flawed hybrid car efficiency data to stifle UK EV sales and propagate pollution
Connecting charger to Hyundai Tucson PHEV

Flawed hybrid car efficiency data to stifle UK EV sales and propagate pollution

Half a million extra PHEVs could reach UK roads by 2030 in place of cleaner EVs due to changes surrounding the ZEV Mandate
News
19 May 2025
New 2026 Volvo S90 plug-in hybrid revealed… but it’s not coming to the UK
2026 Volvo S90 plug-in hybrid - front 3/4

New 2026 Volvo S90 plug-in hybrid revealed… but it’s not coming to the UK

Volvo’s traditional S90 saloon has been through a round of updates in line with its SUV siblings, and goes on sale in foreign markets later this year
News
17 Apr 2025
Renault Rafale review
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Renault Rafale review

Renault’s stylish hybrid flagship features a tech-laden and spacious interior, but doesn’t drive as well as its upmarket SUV rivals
In-depth reviews
14 Apr 2025
New Denza Z9GT 2025 review: super estate has BMW and Mercedes in its sights
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New Denza Z9GT 2025 review: super estate has BMW and Mercedes in its sights

The new Denza Z9GT hybrid estate is on the way to the UK. Should BMW, Mercedes and even Porsche be worried?
Road tests
11 Apr 2025
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Bentley Continental GT and Flying Spur get new 671bhp hybrid powertrain
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Bentley Continental GT and Flying Spur get new 671bhp hybrid powertrain

Bentley's new High Performance Hybrid powertrain develops 671bhp and sits below the existing 771bhp Ultra High Performance Hybrid system
News
8 Apr 2025
Ford Tourneo Connect review
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Ford Tourneo Connect review

The VW-derived Ford Tourneo Connect people carrier is highly practical and now comes as a plug-in hybrid
In-depth reviews
4 Apr 2025
Volkswagen Multivan eHybrid 4Motion is an all-wheel drive PHEV seven-seater for under £55k
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Volkswagen Multivan eHybrid 4Motion is an all-wheel drive PHEV seven-seater for under £55k

New battery allows for bump in electric range for the Multivan plug-in hybrid
News
2 Apr 2025
New Omoda 9 could be the UK’s longest-range plug-in hybrid
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New Omoda 9 could be the UK’s longest-range plug-in hybrid

Omoda’s new 4x4 flagship delivers an “expected” range of more than 700 miles, plus 0-62mph in less than five seconds
News
2 Apr 2025
Toyota RAV4 review
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Toyota RAV4 review

Global best seller offers practicality and efficiency in equal measure
In-depth reviews
30 Mar 2025
New 295bhp Audi A5 e-hybrid PHEV launches in saloon and estate guises
New Audi A5 Avant e-hybrid - front tracking

New 295bhp Audi A5 e-hybrid PHEV launches in saloon and estate guises

It marks the first time we’ve seen the ‘e-hybrid’ identifier, replacing Audi’s TFSI e naming protocol
News
26 Mar 2025
Lexus NX review
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Lexus NX review

A hybrid pioneer, the Lexus NX remains a strong choice due to its great all-round appeal
In-depth reviews
20 Mar 2025
New PHEV trio to kick-off Bentley’s 10-year plug-in pledge
Bentley Hybrid teaser

New PHEV trio to kick-off Bentley’s 10-year plug-in pledge

Bentley has set its electrification stall out with bold plans for a new plug-in car every year for the next decade
News
19 Mar 2025
Audi A5 and A3 PHEVs lead run of 10 new Audi plug-in hybrids due this year
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Audi A5 and A3 PHEVs lead run of 10 new Audi plug-in hybrids due this year

Audi is betting big on plug-in hybrid tech as EV uptake falters. Expect an influx of 10 models by the end of 2025 with long EV ranges
News
18 Mar 2025
Ford Kuga plug-in hybrid recall warns owners not to charge their cars
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Ford Kuga plug-in hybrid recall warns owners not to charge their cars

A new recall has been issued on the Kuga PHEV, warning owners of the potential for a ‘vehicle fire’
News
7 Mar 2025
Porsche Panamera review
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Porsche Panamera review

Effortless cruiser proves equally at home in town and on twisty country roads
In-depth reviews
28 Feb 2025
Peugeot 308 and 408 plug-in hybrids now go further with boost to nearly 50 miles of EV range
Peugeot 308 SW - front tracking

Peugeot 308 and 408 plug-in hybrids now go further with boost to nearly 50 miles of EV range

The new plug-in hybrid powertrain will be available in 308, 308SW and 408
News
26 Feb 2025
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