Plug-in hybrid vehicles (PHEVs) offer the convenience and efficiency of being able to commute to work on purely electric power — at least for most people, especially if you can plug in at home — and to travel further afield on weekends or holidays in hybrid mode without the range anxiety of a purely electric vehicle.
Combine that with the practicality and flexibility of an SUV — Australia’s favourite vehicle type — and it’s clear why plug-in hybrid SUVs have become so popular, not only with families but also fleets.
While plug-in hybrid powertrains have become commonly available in many large SUVs, where their efficiency gains have the most potential, they’re now also available in the volume-selling (and more affordable) mid-size SUV segment and even the small SUV class.
Here are Australia's top affordable plug-in hybrid SUVs.
Best Choice
BYD Sealion 6
The BYD Sealion 6 is excellent value for money thanks to its long electric driving range, strong efficiency, generous equipment list, and family-friendly practicality.
Finalist
MG HS
The MG HS Super Hybrid offers impressive electric driving range, excellent efficiency, refined road manners and strong value, making it a compelling plug-in hybrid SUV choice.
Finalist
GWM Haval H6
The GWM Haval H6 PHEV combines the flexibility of a plug-in hybrid powertrain with sharp pricing, plenty of features, and local chassis tuning, making this electrified family SUV excellent value for money.
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