4. Hybrid and rechargeable hybrid family

The first generation had given way to the sun, the news transforms the test. With brio. The compact kia in its classic hybrid version (it is also available in rechargeable and 100 % electric hybrid) offers rare homogeneity at this level of range. Frugal on the consumption side, imperturbable on the road and particularly pleasant to live in thanks to the quality of the design and the equipment. A flawless.

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Posted on July 19. 2023 at 12:12 Updated on July 21. 2023 at 12:40

Kia Niro Hybrid: all of a big

The first generation had given way to the sun, the news transforms the test. With brio. The compact kia in its classic hybrid version (it is also available in rechargeable and 100 % electric hybrid) offers rare homogeneity at this level of range. Frugal on the consumption side, imperturbable on the road and particularly pleasant to live in thanks to the quality of the design and the equipment. A flawless.

Nissan Qashqai e-Power: the alternative

The hybrid Qashqai arrives in a particularly congested market segment, but is focused on technology to mark its difference. Its small 3 thermal cylinder only serves to supply the electric motor, which only causes the wheels. A guarantee of reasonable consumption and a solution which is undoubtedly the closest to the driving of an electric, without fears on recharge.

The followers of “French riding” may hold the most convincing alternative to the Peugeot 3008. The sophisticated motorization of the high -end southern high -end, centered on the electric motor which causes the wheels, powered by the thermal block, allows it very reasonable consumption, especially in the city. The optional four -wheeler provides a real bonus in terms of agility, and the interior design is spectacularly successful, apart from the automatic transmission command. The diamond finds brilliance !

Mazda CX-60 Phev: Premium otherwise

Mazda arrives in challenger in the family hybrid SUV category. And, to stand out, has chosen a premium positioning. Both with regard to power or autonomy in all electric and habitability and quality of life on board. Although the all -wheel drive is typed propulsion, it is the comfort card that this flagship of Mazda actually plays. Without forgetting a competitive price positioning in the face of the references of the segment that are the Audi Q5 and the BMW X3.

Lexus RX 450H +: The essential

First hybrid SUVs, Lexus RX played big with its new generation. Bet held: while preserving the “historical” qualities of the model – flawless comfort and finish, habitability – it has a peak rechargeable hybrid engine. With an optimized autonomy in electric, and above all an impressive management of energy in hybrid mode, allowing to delay the reloads in electricity compared to most of its competitors. More than ever a market reference.

Audi q8 e-tfsi: XXL efficiency

The big Audi Hybrid SUV actually likes to play with the lines. Its template appears almost excessive but its sophisticated motorization allows it to remain politically and fiscally correct, while its four steering wheels make its driving fluid even in town. The 462 hp may seem unnecessary, but if we use this flexibility power the thermal consumption and the autonomy in electric proves to be good surprises. Comfort does the rest. A motorway designed for Autobahn, but which is also enjoyed our departmental.

Range Rover Sport Phev 510 hp: the irresistible

Always more. A new generation of Range Rover is always an event. The news takes the challenge by positioning itself above the fray. Even more elegant than the previous one, more comfortable, more opulent in terms of comfort and equipment. And more convincing in this hybrid cutting -up version, which combines a smooth six cylinder with remarkable electrical autonomy. Add to that capacities anyway, if we are not afraid to scratch the bodywork, whose competition can only dream. The price is certainly high, but the assessment is up to.

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4. Hybrid and rechargeable hybrid family

Since the end of the Ford Mondeo career, there is no longer a non -rechargeable hybrid sedan on the most compact family market. The wave of new features since 2020 in terms of rechargeable hybrids – with prices, like powers, ranging from single to double – has continued in recent times with an ever greater choice. The Skoda Octavia IV hybrid rechargeable is no longer available because “all the production quotas provided for France have been sold”. Hopefully it comes back to the catalog quickly because it is a very interesting proposal, the only model under € 40,000, using a double petrol/electric motorization already tested in many other models of the Volkswagen group. The Peugeot 508 Hybrid 225 is particularly homogeneous, both comfortable and dynamic, efficient and frugal. On the other side of the range, the 508 PSE plays ultra-sporting with a 360 horsepower motorcycle group. And there is now a cheaper 408 below, starting at € 45,540.

On the side of German premium manufacturers, BMW declines its rechargeable hybrid 3 series with a 320th version now above € 50,000 but it is Mercedes which is distinguished with its new version of C300E whose electric autonomy exceeds 100 km !

Caradisiac selection

Skoda Octavia IV

Mercedes C300E

Rechargeable hybrids

Models	Power	Mixed consumption	Autonomy electric	CO2	Price
BMW 320E	204 hp	From 1.3 to 1.6 l/100 km	From 56 to 61 km	From 30 to 36 g/km	€ 54,550
BMW 330E	292 CH	From 1.3 to 1.6 l/100 km	From 56 to 60 km	From 30 to 36 g/km	€ 58,600
BMW 330e xDrive	292 CH	From 1.4 to 1.7 l/100 km	From 52 to 57 km	From 31 to 38 g/km	61,050 €
Mercedes C300E	313 CH	From 0.6 to 0.8 l/100 km	From 95 to 107 km	From 14 to 19 g/km	62,050 €
Peugeot 408 Hybrid 180	180 hp	1.1 l/100 km	56 km	26 g/km	45,450 €
Peugeot 408 Hybrid 225	225 hp	1.2 l/100 km	63 km	26 g/km	€ 48,300
Peugeot 508 Hybrid 225	225 hp	From 1.3 to 1.4 l/100 km	54 km	From 28 to 32 g/km	€ 50,200
Peugeot 508 Hybrid 360 PSE	360 hp	2.0 l/100 km	42 km	46 g/km	70,650 €
Skoda Octavia IV	204 hp	From 1.0 to 1.1 l/100 km	From 61 to 85 km	From 21 to 24 g/km	Out of stock
Skoda Octavia RS IV	245 hp	From 1.1 to 1.2 l/100 km	From 59 to 86 km	From 25 to 27 g/km	Out of stock
Volkswagen Passat GTE	218 CH	From 1.1 to 1.2 l/100 km	From 57 to 60 km	From 25 to 26 g/km	54,890 €
Volvo S60 T6 AWD REPACHER	360 hp	0.8 l/100 km	From 91 to 92 km	From 18 to 19 g/km	€ 65,350
Volvo S60 T8 AWD POLESTAR	417 CH	0.9 l/100 km	From 85 to 87 km	From 20 to 21 g/km	77,600 €