If a traditional car and an electric car had a baby, the result would be a plug-in hybrid. Plug-in hybrids combine the engine of an internal combustion engine vehicle with the battery of an EV. It’s worth considering if range or charging infrastructure anxiety has you spooked.
Here are 16 plug-in hybrids with the most electric-only range if you’re open to buying one.
Polestar 1
Topping the list is the Polestar 1, with a battery-only range of 77 miles. You can thank the plug-in hybrid’s 34kWh battery. According to Axios, Americans travel an average of 42 miles per day. So, the Polestar 1’s electric-only range will be sufficient for many drivers.
Mercedes-Benz GLC 300e
Mercedes-Benz GLC 300e has a turbocharged 2.0-liter 4-cylinder and a 48-volt mild hybrid assist motor. With 258 hp under the hood and 295 lb-ft of torque, the plug-in hybrid has plenty of power. The electric-only range is 76 miles.
Range Rover Sport P440e
The Range Rover Sport P440e’s electric-only range is 76 miles, equal to that of the Mercedes-Benz GLC 300e. It features a 3.0-liter 6-cylinder 440-hp turbocharged gas engine,a 141-hp electric motor, and a 38.2kWh battery. The vehicle also has all-wheel drive.
Range Rover P440e
Coming in with an all-electric range of 70 miles is the Range Rover P440e. It has a turbocharged 3.0-liter 6-cylinder engine and a plug-in hybrid system. With 434 hp and 457 lb-ft of torque, the Range Rover P440e has plenty of oomph.
Mercedes-Benz E300e
With a 2.0-liter petrol turbo engine, 122 hp electric motor, and 13.5kWh battery, the Mercedes-Benz E300e has an impressive electric-only range of 70 miles.
Mercedes-Benz CLE Coupe 300e
The Mercedes-Benz CLE Coupe 300e has an electric-only range of 69 miles. With a fuel capacity of 66 L, the plug-in hybrid has a 2.0L inline-4 turbo with mild hybrid drive. Its hp and torque are 255 and 29 lb-ft. respectively,
Mercedes-Benz C300e
The Mercedes-Benz C300e pairs a 2.0-litre 4-cylinder engine with a 95kW electric motor and a 25.4 kWh high-voltage battery. Reviewers say the vehicle strikes a good balance between cornering composure and ride comfort. The plug-in hybrid’s electric-only range is 68 miles.
BMW X5 xDrive50e
Is 483 hp enough power for you? If so, the BMW X5 xDrive50e plug-in hybrid is worth considering. It has an impressive 67 miles of electric-only range. It’s also quick for an SUV, with a 0-62 mph time of 4.8 seconds.
Mercedes-Benz GLE 400e
The Mercedes-Benz GLE 400e features, in addition to 66 miles of electric-only range, a turbocharged 2.0-liter 4-cylinder engine and an electric motor. The five-door crossover has 375 hp and 442 lb-ft of torque.
Land Rover Range Rover SE
With a towing capacity of 8,200 lbs, the Land Rover Range Rover SE has some serious hauling credentials. It also has an electric-only range of 51 miles. That’s thanks to its 31.8-kWh battery pack. For Land Rover enthusiasts, the plug-in platform doesn’t jeopardize the brand’s renowned off-road capabilities.
Toyota Prius Prime
The Toyota Prius Prime has a gas 4-cylinder engine and two electric motors. Its horsepower has been upgraded to 220 hp, up by 99 hp from the previous model. The vehicle’s electric-only range is 44 miles.
Toyota RAV4 Prime
To say that Toyota’s RAV4 is a popular SUV is an understatement. However, the love for the internal combustion engine variety has carried over to the plug-in hybrid variety. Offering 302 net combined hp and a 0-60 mph time of 5.7 seconds, the SUV has an electric-only range of 42 miles.
Lexus RX450h+
Next on the list is the Lexus RX450h+, which comes with a 4-cylinder engine and three electric motors. It offers 39 miles of all-electric range.
Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV
The Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV features an advanced lithium-ion battery pack that offers a 38-mile all-electric range and a total range of 420 miles. You can kiss range anxiety goodbye.
Ford Escape PHEV FWD
With an electric-only range of 37 miles, the Ford Escape PHEV FWD has a 2.5-liter engine and an electric motor. It’s only available as a front-wheel-drive vehicle. There’s no AWD version.
Volvo XC60 Recharge
The Volvo XC60 Recharge can go from 0-60 mph in a mere 4.5 seconds. It has a 2.0L 4-cylinder engine and a plug-in hybrid platform. The electric-only range is 35 miles.
Are These Electric-Only Ranges Enough for You?
These electric-only ranges might be enough, depending on how far you drive. A plug-in hybrid is a compromise. However, for some people, compromise is their greatest strength.
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