Hybrid

Hybrid cars are precisely that - where power comes from a combination of combustion engine and a pairing of batteries and a motor. There are many different forms of hybrid cars, each bringing their own benefits.

Traditional hybrids – sometimes called full hybrids, or rather erroneously, self-charging hybrids – use a small battery and electric motor to support the engine when driving. This saves fuel because the engine doesn't need to work as hard, and they can even run on electricity alone for short periods of time.

They’re distinct from plug-in hybrids because they don’t need to be plugged in, and the ability to cruise under zero-emissions power places them apart from mild-hybrids.

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Suzuki S-Cross front right driving

Suzuki S-Cross

from £22,796
The Suzuki SX4 S-Cross is hard to beat when it comes to value for money.
Renault Arkana front cornering

Renault Arkana

from £27,600
The Arkana is an affordable, efficient and reasonably practical coupé SUV but there are better rivals to consider
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Lexus LS front right driving

Lexus LS

from £102,960
The Lexus LS is well equipped and distinctive, but too flawed in key areas to recommend
Mercedes-AMG GT 4-door Coupé front right driving

Mercedes AMG GT 4-door

from £101,706
Performance car comes with considerable pace and poise, but lacks the refinement of rivals
Lexus ES front left driving

Lexus ES

from £43,960
Comfortable and refined with a hybrid engine, the Lexus ES could make sense for company car drivers
MG ZS Hybrid front right driving

MG ZS

from £17,595
The MG ZS is keenly priced but its poor driving experience and three-star Euro NCAP safety rating leave it trailing

DS No 4

from £29,995
The DS 4 lacks the quality feel of premium rivals and has a suspension that is far too stiff.
Ford Kuga front left driving

Ford Kuga

from £28,995
The Kuga’s hybrid engines and plentiful standard kit make it a tempting family SUV choice
Vauxhall Mokka front right driving

Vauxhall Mokka

from £19,700
The Vauxhall Mokka X is stylish and well equipped, but its rivals have it beaten in a number of key areas.
Polestar 1 2021 front tracking

Polestar 1

from £139,110
The Polestar 1 is very fast and efficient but is marred by its price, small boot and obviously Volvo-sourced interior
Peugeot 308 hatchback dynamic front

Peugeot 308

from £29,499
The Peugeot 308 has some frugal engines, but it falls way short of its best rivals to drive and rear space is tight
Peugeot 308 SW front left driving

Peugeot 308 SW

from £18,340
The Peugeot 308 SW has some efficient engines and a large boot, but it’s disappointing to drive and rear space is tight
Hyundai i30 Tourer 2022 front cornering

Hyundai i30 Tourer

from £25,520
Despite its average dynamics and sedate performance, the Hyundai i30 Tourer impresses with its practicality, low running costs and top build quality.
Nissan Juke front cornering

Nissan Juke

from £19,990
A good small SUV, but objectively there are better options in this class
BYD Seal U front cornering

BYD Seal U

from £31,790
The Seal U is an impressive plug-in hybrid SUV with a good electric-only range and a competitive price
Alfa Romeo Tonale driving

Alfa Romeo Tonale

from £37,665
The Tonale is a stylish family SUV with hatchback-like handling but there are plenty of better rivals available
Fiat 500C Hybrid front cornering

Fiat 500C Hybrid

from £15,325
The 500C Hybrid is fun around town, but it's outclassed by the Mini Convertible
Renault Symbioz front cornering

Renault Symbioz

from £26,562
The Symbioz is a compact family SUV that’s keenly priced and offers impressive efficiency
Jeep Grand Cherokee front cornering

Jeep Grand Cherokee

from £59,990
Luxury SUV is very good off road, but is pricey and can't compete with the best European rivals
Suzuki Vitara front cornering

Suzuki Vitara

from £20,949
There are cheaper compact SUVs, but the Suzuki Vitara is one of the most spacious and best equipped
Jaecoo 7 front cornering

Jaecoo 7

from £26,990
The Jaecoo 7 is a competitively priced family SUV that's available as a plug-in hybrid
DS 9 front right driving

DS 9

from £42,610
The DS 9 is a sharp-looking alternative to the usual luxury saloon choices
MG3 driving front right

MG3

from £14,745
The MG 3 is keenly priced and well equipped, but its sluggish engine and low safety rating leave it trailing
Lexus UX 300h front cornering

Lexus UX

from £31,285
The Lexus UX is an appealing hybrid family SUV with a plush interior, but conventionally powered rivals make more sense.
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