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Made for Australia: New MG Super Hybrid PHEV system designed specifically for local driving conditions will debut within months

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MG is promising a big step forward via plug-in hybrid technology developed specifically for Australia when the PHEV version of the HS medium SUV arrives in Australia later this year. litre turbo-petrol engine. litre turbo-petrol engine. 2025 MG HS Hybrid+ and MG QS. 100km fuel consumption average, a 120km EV range and a 6.8

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Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV review: Plug-in SUV saves money, comes at a cost

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Now an eight-year veteran on the Australian scene, the Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV was the world’s first plug-in hybrid SUV. We tested the $66,000 (approx) drive-away Outlander PHEV Aspire five-seater to see how it works for an active family of four. 2022 Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV Aspire. What is it? Is it good value?

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2025 MG ZS Hybrid+ Excite Review: Updates to this affordable SUV means the battery now stays charged, but it still left us feeling a little flat

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In the old days (last year), the MG ZS compact SUV was cheap and cheerful rental fleet fodder, but now its meant to be something that appeals beyond its price. litre petrol motor for repowering the 1.83kWh battery pack. litre petrol engine was left to push the 1390kg (tare) Excite along. It changes a lot. MG ZS Hybrid+ Excite.

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2025 Mazda CX-80 plug-in hybrid review: A true replacement for the CX-8 and CX-9?

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2025 Mazda CX-80 PHEV: Price and equipment Plug-in power in the CX-80 is available in the Touring ($75,000), GT ($82,000), and the flagship Azami ($87,200) trim levels – none of which are particularly cheap. litre four-cylinder turbo-petrol engine with an electric motor for a total 241kW and 500Nm. Let’s dive deeper.

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Confirmed! Mitsubishi Triton to target BYD Ute and Ford Ranger with all-new plug-in hybrid system

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The new Mitsubishi Triton is joining the petrol-electric plug-in hybrid rush alongside the 2024 BYD ute and 2025 Ford Ranger PHEV. An all-new PHEV system is being developed for the new Triton, which debuts in Australia with an orthodox turbo-diesel engine next February. 2024 Mitsubishi Triton. 2024 Mitsubishi Triton.

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2025 Volvo EX90 review : Sizeable seven-seat electric SUV delivers on space in spades

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The EX90 might look a bit like some of Volvos petrol-powered product, but beneath the skin its an EV-from-birth, capitalising on a dedicated electric vehicle platform to maximise cabin space, serving up plenty of space for people, and a whole heap of cargo room. So, should the Volvo EX90 be on your shopping list?

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2025 Mercedes-AMG GLC 63 S E Performance SUV Review: A V8 icon slashes the cylinder count and goes plug-in hybrid. Scheiße, what is the world coming to!

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litre turbo-petrol engine combined with two e-motors, a nine-speed wet multi-plate clutch auto and all-wheel drive. Not that AMG hypes that too much, instead focussing on the high performance benefits of its PHEV. Like the car itself, they’re not cheap. But this time its revolution not evolution. Out goes the old 4.0-litre