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Plug-in hybrid cars

Ford Ranger PHEV brings plug-in power to the popular pickup
Ford Ranger PHEV front quarter
News
16 Sep 2024

Ford Ranger PHEV brings plug-in power to the popular pickup

New plug-in hybrid Ford Ranger is the first PHEV pickup to be sold in Europe
Vauxhall Grandland (2017-2024) review - a family-friendly SUV, but lacks flair
Vauxhall Grandland SUV - front 3/4 dynamic
In-depth reviews
21 Aug 2024

Vauxhall Grandland (2017-2024) review - a family-friendly SUV, but lacks flair

"The Vauxhall Grandland may not be the most scintillating SUV on the market, but it ticks a lot of family-friendly boxes"
Range Rover Evoque review – a stylish small SUV with some drawbacks
Range Rover Evoque
In-depth reviews
12 Aug 2024

Range Rover Evoque review – a stylish small SUV with some drawbacks

“The Range Rover Evoque is a high quality, luxurious SUV that looks great and drives very well”
Volkswagen Passat Estate review – conservatively styled, but hugely practical
Volkswagen Passat UK Carbuyer front quarter
In-depth reviews
8 Aug 2024

Volkswagen Passat Estate review – conservatively styled, but hugely practical

“It’s more conservative than the ID.7 Tourer, but the Passat Estate offers masses of space and a comfy driving experience”
Honda CR-V review – once a leading SUV, but now too expensive
Honda CR-V
In-depth reviews
2 Aug 2024

Honda CR-V review – once a leading SUV, but now too expensive

“The Honda CR-V is smooth to drive, with low running costs and a practical cabin. But it’s more expensive to buy and insure than most rivals”
Volvo XC40 review – an impressive small premium SUV
Volvo XC40 facelift
In-depth reviews
25 Jul 2024

Volvo XC40 review – an impressive small premium SUV

“It’s not the most sporty SUV to drive, but the Volvo XC40 is stylish, comfortable and loaded with safety features”
BMW X3 review – a good-to-drive premium mid-sized SUV (2018-2024)
BMW X3 SUV
In-depth reviews
17 Jul 2024

BMW X3 review – a good-to-drive premium mid-sized SUV (2018-2024)

"The latest BMW X3 blends comfort, technology and real driver appeal in a very well rounded package"
Plug-in hybrid Skoda Superb iV is back with more range
2024 Skoda Superb iV charging
News
12 Jul 2024

Plug-in hybrid Skoda Superb iV is back with more range

The Skoda Superb iV PHEV is back with improvements following a short hiatus
New MG HS revealed as a bargain plug-in hybrid SUV
New MG HS front quarter
News
11 Jul 2024

New MG HS revealed as a bargain plug-in hybrid SUV

Best-selling MG HS enters its second generation with improved PHEV tech, still just as affordable
Hot car deal: cut your fuel bills with the Volkswagen Tiguan PHEV for just £300 a month
VW Tiguan front quarter
Deals
19 Jun 2024

Hot car deal: cut your fuel bills with the Volkswagen Tiguan PHEV for just £300 a month

Our hot car deal for June 19th is a sporty and efficient family SUV; the VW Tiguan R Line PHEV for just £300 a month
BMW 5 Series hybrid review (2019-2024)
BMW 5 Series
In-depth reviews
5 Jun 2024

BMW 5 Series hybrid review (2019-2024)

“This pair of punchy PHEVs offer everything you’d expect from a 5 Series, plus excellent CO2 emissions"
Toyota C-HR review - stylish and efficient, but lacks rear space
Toyota C-HR UK front dynamic
In-depth reviews
28 May 2024

Toyota C-HR review - stylish and efficient, but lacks rear space

“The Toyota C-HR is an attractive and efficient SUV that should prove reliable, but it’s not very practical and can get pricey”
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Peugeot 3008 review - a great all-round family SUV (2017-2024)
Peugeot 3008 SUV front cornering
In-depth reviews
22 Apr 2024

Peugeot 3008 review - a great all-round family SUV (2017-2024)

“The Peugeot 3008 is good to drive, economical and has a great interior, making it a strong candidate for family buyers”
Audi A3 Sportback review – the original premium hatchback
Audi A3 Carbuyer front quarter driving
In-depth reviews
22 Apr 2024

Audi A3 Sportback review – the original premium hatchback

"The striking Audi A3 Sportback now has the technology it needs to compete with rivals"
New BYD Seal U coming to the UK as a plug-in hybrid
BYD Seal U front quarter
News
26 Feb 2024

New BYD Seal U coming to the UK as a plug-in hybrid

The Chinese SUV enters the fierce family SUV market with plug-in hybrid tech
New £37k Toyota Prius is sleeker, more efficient and pricer than ever before
Toyota Prius side
News
21 Feb 2024

New £37k Toyota Prius is sleeker, more efficient and pricer than ever before

Newest iteration of Toyota’s original eco-car goes plug-in hybrid only
Mercedes GLC Coupe review - sleek, but practicality suffers
Mercedes GLC Coupe UK
In-depth reviews
1 Feb 2024

Mercedes GLC Coupe review - sleek, but practicality suffers

“The Mercedes GLC Coupe is less practical than the standard SUV, but it may appeal if its fashionable design is your priority”​
Do electric cars have gearboxes?
BYD Seal UK gear selector
Tips and advice
30 Jan 2024

Do electric cars have gearboxes?

Do electric cars have gears? We cover the differences between the transmissions fitted to electric cars and combustion engine cars
Alfa Romeo Tonale review - the mid-size SUV with Italian flair
Alfa Romeo Tonale PHEV front 3/4 tracking
In-depth reviews
15 Jan 2024

Alfa Romeo Tonale review - the mid-size SUV with Italian flair

“The Alfa Romeo Tonale is a stylish SUV that’s good to drive, but rivals have better-quality interiors”
Citroen C5 X hatchback review
Citroen C5 X front 3/4
In-depth reviews
8 Nov 2023

Citroen C5 X hatchback review

“The Citroen C5 X is a comfortable and intriguing mix of body styles, and is worth considering against the usual German executives”
Mercedes GLA SUV review
Mercedes GLA facelift
In-depth reviews
16 Oct 2023

Mercedes GLA SUV review

"The Mercedes GLA is now a real contender in the small SUV class but it’s not cheap"
Hybrid vs plug-in hybrid vs electric cars
Hybrid vs plug-in hybrid vs electric cars
Tips and advice
7 Sep 2023

Hybrid vs plug-in hybrid vs electric cars

What’s the difference between the three types of electrified car, and which is best for you?
Lexus RX SUV review
Lexus RX SUV front tracking
In-depth reviews
31 Aug 2023

Lexus RX SUV review

"The Lexus RX is a striking and efficient luxury SUV; however, rivals are much more practical"
BMW X5 xDrive45e hybrid SUV review
BMW X5 SUV
In-depth reviews
3 Aug 2023

BMW X5 xDrive45e hybrid SUV review

"An electric range of up to 54 miles makes the BMW X5 xDrive45e an impressive plug-in hybrid"
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BMW X5 xDrive45e hybrid SUV review
BMW X5 SUV
In-depth reviews
3 Aug 2023

BMW X5 xDrive45e hybrid SUV review

"An electric range of up to 54 miles makes the BMW X5 xDrive45e an impressive plug-in hybrid"
Ford Kuga Plug-in Hybrid SUV review
Ford Kuga Plug-in Hybrid SUV
In-depth reviews
1 Aug 2023

Ford Kuga Plug-in Hybrid SUV review

"The Ford Kuga Plug-in Hybrid is good to drive and cheap to run, plus it’s ideal as a company car"
Mercedes GLC SUV review
Mercedes GLC SUV
In-depth reviews
18 Jul 2023

Mercedes GLC SUV review

“Just like its smaller sibling, the C-Class, the Mercedes GLC excels in almost every area and is a superb choice for company car buyers”
Audi Q3 SUV review
Audi Q3 SUV front 3/4 tracking
In-depth reviews
3 Jul 2023

Audi Q3 SUV review

"The Audi Q3 is a family SUV that’s classy and hi-tech inside, spacious and comfortable"
BMW X1 SUV review
BMW X1 SUV
In-depth reviews
28 Jun 2023

BMW X1 SUV review

“The BMW X1 is a luxurious and sporty compact SUV that’s available with a range of powertrains to suit all lifestyles”
DS 9 saloon review
DS 9 saloon - front 3/4
In-depth reviews
19 May 2023

DS 9 saloon review

"The DS 9 is a comfortable executive saloon with a plug-in powertrain, but it’s more expensive on finance than the class leaders"
Jeep Grand Cherokee SUV review
Jeep Grand Cherokee SUV
In-depth reviews
16 May 2023

Jeep Grand Cherokee SUV review

“The latest Grand Cherokee takes a step upmarket, but it still struggles to keep pace with premium SUV rivals”
Mercedes A 250 e hatchback review
Best Plug-in Hybrid: Mercedes A 250 e
In-depth reviews
9 May 2023

Mercedes A 250 e hatchback review

"The Mercedes A 250 e is one of the most stylish and compelling plug-in hybrids yet"
Kia Niro SUV review
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In-depth reviews
28 Apr 2023

Kia Niro SUV review

“The new Kia Niro has more space, tech and performance than ever, but it’s more expensive than before too”
Jeep Compass SUV review
2022 Jeep Compass 4xe
In-depth reviews
18 Apr 2023

Jeep Compass SUV review

"Offering more space than the Renegade and better driving manners than the rugged Wrangler, the Jeep Compass is a capable SUV with its own individual …
Mercedes E-Class hybrid review (2016-2023)
Mercedes E-Class hybrid front 3/4 driving
In-depth reviews
3 Apr 2023

Mercedes E-Class hybrid review (2016-2023)

"The smooth and quick Mercedes E-Class plug-in hybrids combine luxury with impressive fuel efficiency”
DS 7 SUV review
DS 7 SUV UK
In-depth reviews
30 Mar 2023

DS 7 SUV review

“France’s take on the luxury SUV does have its merits, but German rivals surpass it in almost every area”
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