Mercedes' claim of over 200mpg is a decent chunk ahead of most rivals and 32g/km of CO2 also undercuts the competition. The Mercedes '250 e' plug-in hybrid engine impressed us in the A-Class executive hatchback, so it's not surprising to find it works well in the A-Class-based GLA family SUV, too. It's one of the better-engineered plug-in hybrids we've tried, boasting a strong pure-electric range, punchy performance when the power sources are combined and smooth transition between the two. There are several significant improvements over the previous-generation NX, such as more cabin space and a vastly improved infotainment system, while material and build quality are as strong as ever. The NX 450h+ adds refinement and class-leading efficiency to an already appealing package. But now, like sister brand Toyota with the RAV4 Plug-In, it's starting to dip its toes in the water. Lexus stayed away from plug-ins for many years, preferring to stick with its familiar 'self-charging hybrid' setup.
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It's pricey for a private buyer, but company-car drivers will be laughing all the way to the bank.
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It's also the first Sportage to be available with a plug: this petrol-electric version will do 43 miles without touching a drop of fuel and promises fuel economy north of 250mpg if you make full use of that capability. The latest Sportage combines arresting exterior styling with a spacious and superb quality interior. Look out for the P400e name to pick out the plug-in hybrid model from the rest of the range. It has a 17.1kWh battery, so a full charge only takes about half an hour. It even offers rapid charging at up to 32kW – faster than most PHEVs can manage.
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It’s one of the most enjoyable cars of its type to drive, plus it has all the benefits of electric power for up to 33 miles on a charge.
Jaguar's I-Pace electric car leads the charge for the brand’s electrification efforts, but don’t forget the F-Pace plug-in. The Plug-In version is the efficiency champion, promising over 200mpg fuel economy and nearly 40 miles of electric range. Not so the latest generation, which boasts a well equipped and well thought-out interior, wrapped in one of the most striking-looking SUV designs yet. Previous generations of Tucson took a 'solid and sensible' approach to family motoring, but could hardly be called exciting. Company-car users will welcome the low CO2 emissions, while families will be happy with the Kuga's large interior and good-sized boot. It's good to drive, too, retaining much of what makes the standard car feel sharp on the road. Good-looking, practical and with very impressive on-paper figures, the Kuga makes a good case for itself in what is becoming a very busy segment of the market. Handling is impressive for such a large and heavy vehicle, too, so as long as you can swallow the big purchase price, there are few downsides. The headline figure is its official electric range of 54 miles, which should cover the daily journeys of a large proportion of buyers, but it's also massively quick, covering 0-62mph in just 5.6 seconds.
The X5 is one of the best large plug-ins out there. It's not just a fleet special, however: it's not much more expensive than an equivalent diesel. Using broadly the same drivetrain as the BMW 530e saloon, the X3 combines strong economy, 29 miles of electric range and low emissions that equate to great company-car tax costs. The X3 is one of the best mid-sized premium SUVs you can buy and it's particularly impressive in plug-in hybrid guise. Don't forget to follow DrivingElectric on Twitter, Facebook, Instagram and YouTube for the very latest news and reviews on plug-in hybrids SUVs – as well as all other types of electrified car. Read on to find out more about our favourites, and click through to their reviews for full details. In this article, we look at the best plug-in hybrid SUVs on sale in the UK right now.
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