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New Jaguar E-Pace P300e PHEV 2021 review
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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
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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
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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
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 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 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 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
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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
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 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
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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
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
New Kia Ceed Sportswagon PHEV 2020 review

New Kia Ceed Sportswagon PHEV 2020 review

The new Kia Ceed Sportswagon PHEV gets the Niro’s plug-in hybrid running gear, but does it improve the compact estate’s appeal?
Road tests
9 Sep 2020
New Mercedes A 250 e 2020 review
New Mercedes A 250 e

New Mercedes A 250 e 2020 review

Does the plug-in Mercedes A 250 e have more going for it than claimed economy of over 250mpg and low emissions?
Road tests
21 Aug 2020
New 2020 BMW 545e PHEV: specs, details and prototype drive

New 2020 BMW 545e PHEV: specs, details and prototype drive

The facelifted BMW 5 Series gets a new six-cylinder plug-in hybrid 545e option, and we’ve been for a short spin to get a feel for the new drivetrain
News
11 Aug 2020
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Hybrid vs plug-in hybrid vs electric cars: which electrified vehicle is right for you
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Hybrid vs plug-in hybrid vs electric cars: which electrified vehicle is right for you

Should you buy a hybrid, plug-in hybrid or electric car? We examine the pros and cons of today’s electrified powertrains.
Tips & advice
1 Aug 2020
Peugeot 508 Hybrid vs Skoda Superb iV

Peugeot 508 Hybrid vs Skoda Superb iV

The new Peugeot 508 Hybrid and Skoda Superb iV do battle in the hybrid family car segment
Car group tests
25 Jul 2020
Skoda Octavia Estate vs Toyota Corolla Touring Sports

Skoda Octavia Estate vs Toyota Corolla Touring Sports

Skoda’s new Octavia Estate has moved upmarket. We find out if it’s a better wagon than the Toyota Corolla Touring Sports
Car group tests
4 Jul 2020
New Peugeot 508 PHEV 2020 review

New Peugeot 508 PHEV 2020 review

The new Peugeot 508 PHEV offers low tax rates to go with its elegant looks
Road tests
19 Jun 2020
New Skoda Superb iV Estate 2020 review
Skoda Superb iV Estate - front

New Skoda Superb iV Estate 2020 review

Adding a plug-in powertrain has done very little to dent the appeal of the new Skoda Superb Estate, in fact, it could become the pick of the range for…
Road tests
24 May 2020
Toyota Corolla Hybrid Excel: long-term test review

Toyota Corolla Hybrid Excel: long-term test review

Fourth report: Toyota Corolla family hatchback’s credentials get put to test with a new arrival in Wilson clan
Long-term tests
21 May 2020
Audi A6 Avant 55 TFSI e quattro PHEV launched

Audi A6 Avant 55 TFSI e quattro PHEV launched

Audi now offers practical estate with a plug-in hybrid powertrain offering 362bhp and a claimed electric range of 32 miles
News
27 Apr 2020
New 2020 Kia Ceed Sportswagon Plug-in hybrid goes on sale

New 2020 Kia Ceed Sportswagon Plug-in hybrid goes on sale

The new Kia Ceed Sportwagen PHEV arrives with a claimed economy figure of 188mpg
News
6 Apr 2020
Mercedes E 300 e vs BMW 530e

Mercedes E 300 e vs BMW 530e

Plug-in hybrids will be more popular under new tax rules, so we test the new Mercedes E 300 e against the BMW 530e to see which is on target
Car group tests
19 Mar 2020
Hyundai Kona Hybrid vs Kia Niro Hybrid
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Hyundai Kona Hybrid vs Kia Niro Hybrid

The Hyundai Kona Hybrid and Kia Niro Hybrid battle it out in the lucrative hybrid SUV sector
Car group tests
19 Mar 2020
New BMW 330e Touring plug-in hybrid launched
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New BMW 330e Touring plug-in hybrid launched

Plug-in hybrid estate version of the new BMW 3 Series is available in the UK with rear and four-wheel-drive options
News
18 Feb 2020
New BMW X5 xDrive45e 2019 review
BMW X5 xDrive45e - front

New BMW X5 xDrive45e 2019 review

The new plug-in hybrid BMW X5 xDrive45e offers over 50 miles on electric power and over 200mpg, but does it deliver?
Road tests
18 Dec 2019
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