PHEVs— 563 cars

What makes a plug-in hybrid car.

The plug-in hybrid (PHEV) is designed for drivers with a predictable daily commute within electric range — typically 40–80 km — who also make occasional long-distance trips. Plugged in overnight, the first charge covers the morning commute entirely on electricity. For longer journeys, the petrol engine takes over, eliminating range anxiety entirely. The result is ultra-low daily fuel costs combined with full-range freedom.

PHEVs have become the default choice for company car fleets in markets with low benefit-in-kind tax for low-emission vehicles. The official WLTP CO₂ figures reflect the electric operation weighting, making them attractive on paper for tax purposes. Real-world efficiency depends entirely on charging discipline — drivers who charge regularly achieve fuel consumption figures that approach those of a full hybrid in electric-heavy use.

• 01Commuters with a round-trip under 80 km and home or workplace charging
• 02Company car drivers in markets with tax benefits for low-CO₂ vehicles
• 03Drivers who want EV-style daily driving without full commitment to electric
• 04Mixed-use drivers: electric in the city, petrol on long weekend trips
• 05Fleet operators targeting WLTP CO₂ and tax efficiency simultaneously