The monarch of the hybrids is into its fourth iteration now – but is the Prius still worthy of its crown?

A large, premium SUV doesn’t have to be a gas guzzler; BMW’s plug-in hybrid X5 has loads of space and loads of grunt, but can run on pure electric power for more than 50 miles

The classic style of MINI, but bigger. The Countryman adds some practicality to the attractive, retro look that MINI is famous for, and this plug-in hybrid adds top fuel-saving tech too.

Long gone are the days when Kia made cheap, unattractive cars that weren’t very good – and the Sorento was arguably one of their best – but is its new 4x4 another step forwards?

BMW’s 3 Series gets a plug-in hybrid model, offering serious performance when you need it and zero-emission electric motoring when you don’t.

The Golf GTE promises the best of many worlds. It’s a powerful but fuel efficient plug-in hybrid that can house the whole family in comfort.

Sweden's high-performance hybrid grand tourer is more than just a pretty face.

Impressive performance, exceptional comfort and environmentally friendly. Ish.

Plug-in Volvo is the last word in Scandinavian cool.

Plug-in Suzuki shares much with the Toyota RAV4, but it’s the better for it.

Hybrid Cayenne is yet more proof of Porsche’s supremacy.

Plug-in Peugeot is a capable and good-looking family fastback.