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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
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 small hybrid SUVs 2026
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Best small hybrid SUVs 2026

If you’re looking for low running costs from your small SUV, hybrid power could be the answer. Here’s the pick of the current crop…
Best cars & vans
6 Jan 2025
Best seven-seat hybrid cars 2026
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Best seven-seat hybrid cars 2026

Families typically need a big car with low running costs – and the best seven-seat hybrids fit the bill
Best cars & vans
6 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
Alfa Romeo Junior Ibrida Q4 set to add all-wheel drive to hybrid version
Alfa Romeo Junior on display at Paris Motor Show - front static

Alfa Romeo Junior Ibrida Q4 set to add all-wheel drive to hybrid version

New crossover will have two electric motors and offer “excellent traction” for winter
News
20 Dec 2024
New BMW 330e 2024 review: one of the best plug-in company cars you can buy
BMW 330e - front tracking

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
GWM Haval Jolion Pro Hybrid aims to corner SUV market with sub-£24,000 price tag
GWM Jolion Pro - front 3/4

GWM Haval Jolion Pro Hybrid aims to corner SUV market with sub-£24,000 price tag

There’s a new Chinese budget SUV and it comes from the same people that brought you the Funky Cat
News
17 Dec 2024
New BMW XM Kith Concept is an M1-inspired super-SUV
BMW XM Kith Concept - front

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
Citroen C4 and e-C4 get 2025 facelifts and a major price cut of £5,600
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Citroen C4 and e-C4 get 2025 facelifts and a major price cut of £5,600

The C4, e-C4 and C4 X have been given a comprehensive makeover in line with Citroen’s new design language
News
6 Dec 2024
Cupra Formentor e-Hybrid 2024 review: new-look SUV is now more efficient than ever
Cupra Formentor e-Hybrid - front cornering

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
Lotus backtracks on electric-only plan in favour of new ‘Hyper Hybrid’ tech
Lotus Emira i4 - front tracking

Lotus backtracks on electric-only plan in favour of new ‘Hyper Hybrid’ tech

New plug-in hybrid powertrain on the way, with “EV-centric” driving experience and over 100 miles of zero-emissions range
News
28 Nov 2024
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New Vauxhall Grandland Hybrid 2024 review: SUV has its strengths but is far from perfect
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New Vauxhall Grandland Hybrid 2024 review: SUV has its strengths but is far from perfect

The new Vauxhall Grandland is a big step forward, but still lags behind many of its hybrid SUV rivals
Road tests
27 Nov 2024
New Volvo XC90 T8 review: popular plug-in hybrid is better than ever
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New Volvo XC90 T8 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
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
Dacia Duster vs MG ZS: which is the best budget hybrid SUV?
Dacia Duster and MG ZS - front tracking

Dacia Duster vs MG ZS: which is the best budget hybrid SUV?

The new Dacia Duster and MG ZS are the UK’s cheapest small SUVs. Which makes more sense in hybrid form?
Car group tests
13 Nov 2024
Citroen C5 Aircross Max long-term test: family SUV meets the Sinclair C5
Citroen C5 Aircross and Sinclair C5

Citroen C5 Aircross Max long-term test: family SUV meets the Sinclair C5

Final report: hybrid technology isn’t new, but it has been improved over the years, thankfully
Long-term tests
13 Nov 2024
Mazda MX-30 (2020-2026) review
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Mazda MX-30 (2020-2026) 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
New 2025 Suzuki Vitara facelift gets extra kit but costs more than a Ford Puma
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New 2025 Suzuki Vitara facelift gets extra kit but costs more than a Ford Puma

Prices now start from £26,949 for the SUV, which has received a series of updates inside and out
News
8 Nov 2024
Next-generation Mazda CX-5 SUV and all-new Mazda EV both arriving by 2027
Mazda CX-5 - front tracking

Next-generation Mazda CX-5 SUV and all-new Mazda EV both arriving by 2027

The new CX-5 will feature a hybrid powertrain developed in-house by Mazda
News
8 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 (2021-2025) review
DS 9 PHEV - front

DS 9 (2021-2025) 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
New Mazda EZ-6 goes on sale in China from £15,000
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New Mazda EZ-6 goes on sale in China from £15,000

The EZ-6 is offered with pure-electric and range-extender powertrains
News
1 Nov 2024
Renault Embleme: hydrogen range-extender to get “next-generation platform”
Renault Embleme concept - front

Renault Embleme: hydrogen range-extender to get “next-generation platform”

First look inside Renault’s future EV as CEO Luca de Meo calls it a “masterpiece”
News
31 Oct 2024
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Discover the perfect work-life balance with the New Ford Kuga plug-in hybrid SUV
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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
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30 Oct 2024
New powertrains now available for BMW 1 Series, 5 Series Touring in MY2025 update
BMW 1 Series 2024 facelift - front tracking

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
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30 Oct 2024
Dacia Duster 2024 Hybrid review: electrical assistance suits superb small SUV
Dacia Duster Hybrid - front

Dacia Duster 2024 Hybrid review: electrical assistance suits superb small SUV

The first ever Dacia Duster Hybrid is a hit from behind the wheel, but better options exist in the small SUV’s range
Road tests
30 Oct 2024
New Jeep Avenger 4xe hybrid is mountain a big small SUV challenge in The North Face trim
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New Jeep Avenger 4xe hybrid is mountain a big small SUV challenge in The North Face trim

The hybrid Jeep Avenger 4xe comes with a petrol engine and two electric motors
News
25 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
New Honda Prelude coupé spotted testing for the first time
New Honda Prelude spyshot - front

New Honda Prelude coupé spotted testing for the first time

The two-door coupé will feature hybrid technology, likely borrowed from the Civic hatchback
News
24 Oct 2024
Toyota Prius vs Mazda MX-30: a Japanese hybrid car clash
Toyota Prius PHEV and Mazda MX-30 R-EV - front tracking

Toyota Prius vs Mazda MX-30: a Japanese hybrid car clash

The new Toyota Prius is a PHEV, while Mazda’s MX-30 R-EV is a rotary-engined range extender. Which takes charge here?
Car group tests
23 Oct 2024
Subaru Crosstrek review
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Subaru Crosstrek review

Quirky high-riding Subaru Crosstrek hatchback is undermined by limited powertrain options and poor fuel costs
In-depth reviews
21 Oct 2024
New Jeep Avenger 4xe to get spirit of adventure from The North Face
Jeep Avenger 4xe North Face special edition teaser

New Jeep Avenger 4xe to get spirit of adventure from The North Face

The Jeep Avenger 4xe The North Face Edition will be revealed on 25 October
News
21 Oct 2024
Paris Motor Show 2024: full show round-up and all the exciting new cars
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Paris Motor Show 2024: full show round-up and all the exciting new cars

The all-new Renault 4, MINI John Cooper Works and Dacia Bigster were among the models on display at this year’s Mondial de L’Auto
News
16 Oct 2024
New Ferrari hypercar teased ahead of 17 October reveal
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New Ferrari hypercar teased ahead of 17 October reveal

Ferrari’s as-yet-unnamed creation is the successor to the LaFerrari, Enzo, F50 and F40
News
16 Oct 2024
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