Plug-in hybrid cars
Lepas L8 kicks off from £34,900 with Jaecoo’s plug-in hybrid power

Lepas L8 kicks off from £34,900 with Jaecoo’s plug-in hybrid power
After Jaecoo, Omoda and Chery, is the new Lepas L8 too late to make an impact on the UK market?
Car Deal of the Day: Toyota Prius is a fuel-sipping champ for just £239 a month

Car Deal of the Day: Toyota Prius is a fuel-sipping champ for just £239 a month
The Toyota Prius was a trendsetter in the 2000s, and the latest version is our Deal of the Day for 17 June.
New BMW X5 prototype review: how can Audi or Mercedes compete with this?

New BMW X5 prototype review: how can Audi or Mercedes compete with this?
We get an early taste of the new BMW X5 ahead of its official arrival
New BYD Dolphin G to blow the Renault Clio out of the water with 65-mile EV range

New BYD Dolphin G to blow the Renault Clio out of the water with 65-mile EV range
The Dolphin G will wash up on our shores this summer, and will target other best-sellers such as the Renault Clio and Toyota Yaris
Car Deal of the Day: Posh Audi A5 Avant with tons of kit for just £360 per month

Car Deal of the Day: Posh Audi A5 Avant with tons of kit for just £360 per month
The Audi A5 Avant is an excellent upmarket estate car. It’s our Deal of the Day for 9 June.
New Changan Deepal S05 PHEV takes fight to Kia with 62-mile EV range and 254bhp

New Changan Deepal S05 PHEV takes fight to Kia with 62-mile EV range and 254bhp
Chinese brand Changan is now looking to make an impact in the plug-in hybrid SUV class
Volkswagen Caddy van gets more car-like than ever with Golf’s huge screen

Volkswagen Caddy van gets more car-like than ever with Golf’s huge screen
VW has finally given us a glimpse at the facelifted Caddy’s new interior, including bigger displays and new trim
Car Deal of the Day: a touch of luxury with the Lexus RX for £477 a month

Car Deal of the Day: a touch of luxury with the Lexus RX for £477 a month
The RX is Lexus’s halo SUV, but you wouldn’t think so at this price. It’s our Deal of the Day for 5 June.
Long-term test: Toyota Prius Excel

Long-term test: Toyota Prius Excel
Fleetwatch report: with fuel prices still high, the Prius’ efficiency and quality make it feel like the answer to our problems
Best plug-in hybrids to buy 2026

Best plug-in hybrids to buy 2026
The plug-in hybrid market has grown exponentially in recent years. Here are our electrified favourites
Three-car garage: Audi S3, Jaguar I-Pace and Volvo S80 for less than £50k

Three-car garage: Audi S3, Jaguar I-Pace and Volvo S80 for less than £50k
These three cars all suit different needs but have one thing in common - amazing acceleration
Leapmotor to build cars in Spain to avoid Chinese tariffs

Leapmotor to build cars in Spain to avoid Chinese tariffs
Leapmotor is about to make a big commitment to Europe thanks to Stellantis ownership
New Mitsubishi Shogun? Pajero teaser suggests a new 4x4 is on the way

New Mitsubishi Shogun? Pajero teaser suggests a new 4x4 is on the way
Rugged Toyota Land Cruiser rival will have to wear a different badge for certain markets
Long-term test: BMW X3 30e xDrive M Sport

Long-term test: BMW X3 30e xDrive M Sport
Final report: Just before it left our test fleet, the plug-in hybrid X3 met up with the new Neue Klasse iX3 to see how BMW’s ICE model shapes up again…
Plan to track plug-in hybrid cars to make pay-per-mile tax fairer
Plan to track plug-in hybrid cars to make pay-per-mile tax fairer
The pay-per-mile eVED system is set to come into force in April 2028, charging EV and PHEV drivers on top of the standard road tax rate
Long-term test: Mazda CX-80 Homura Plus

Long-term test: Mazda CX-80 Homura Plus
Final report: our plug-in hybrid SUV had a distinctly split personality
Car Deal of the Day: BYD Seal 6 delivers an ocean of value at £218 a month

Car Deal of the Day: BYD Seal 6 delivers an ocean of value at £218 a month
The BYD Seal 6 is considerably cheaper than its nearest competition and is our Deal of the Day for 19 May.
New BYD Ti7 is China’s answer to the Land Rover Defender, and it’s coming to the UK

New BYD Ti7 is China’s answer to the Land Rover Defender, and it’s coming to the UK
A new, high-end, high powered seven-seat SUV is coming from the Chinese brand, with punchy pricing
Car Deal of the Day: Audi A6 oozes style and panache for under £400 a month

Car Deal of the Day: Audi A6 oozes style and panache for under £400 a month
Audi’s A6 is a German institution, and offers style, quality and class. It’s our Deal of the Day for 18 May.
BMW X3 vs Honda CR-V vs VW Tayron vs MG HS vs Range Rover Sport: five top PHEVs head to head

BMW X3 vs Honda CR-V vs VW Tayron vs MG HS vs Range Rover Sport: five top PHEVs head to head
The five top plug-in hybrid systems go head-to-head on UK roads, in the test no PHEV buyer can do without














