Plug-in Hybrids Gain Ground with Over 100 Kilometres of Pure Electric Range

Plug-in hybrid vehicles (PHEVs) are rapidly becoming one of the fastest-growing drivetrain technologies in the European car market. A key reason for their rising popularity is the steadily improving electric-only range, which now enables most everyday journeys to be made entirely on electricity. At the same time, the internal combustion engine remains onboard, ensuring long-distance flexibility without the need to stop for a recharge.

In just a decade, the electric range of PHEVs has grown from around 33 kilometres to more than 120 kilometres in top-tier models, as measured by the WLTP standard. Thanks to larger batteries and enhanced energy efficiency, over 90 percent of today’s PHEVs can travel more than 70 kilometres solely on electric power—enough to cover the daily driving needs of most users.

Here are 25 plug-in hybrid SUVs with the longest officially rated electric ranges:
Lynk & Co 08 – 200 km (39.6 kWh)
OMODA 9 SHS – 145 km (34.5 kWh)
Leapmotor C10 REEV – 145 km (28.4 kWh)
Mercedes-Benz GLC 300 e – 130 km (31.2 kWh)
Volkswagen Tiguan eHybrid – 125 km (19.7 kWh)
BYD SEAL U DM-i Comfort – 125 km (26.6 kWh)
CUPRA Formentor 1.5 eHybrid – 124 km (19.7 kWh)
Volkswagen Tayron 1.5 eHybrid – 124 km (19.7 kWh)
Škoda Kodiaq 1.5 TSI iV PHEV – 123 km (19.7 kWh)
Range Rover Sport P460e/P440e – 122/114 km (31.8/19 kWh)
CUPRA Terramar e-Hybrid – 117 km (approx. 19 kWh)
Renault Rafale E-Tech 4x4 – 106 km (22 kWh)
Mercedes GLE 400 e – 106 km (31.2 kWh)
BMW X5 xDrive50e – 105 km (29.5 kWh)
MG HS PHEV – 100 km (21.4 kWh)
Audi Q5 e-hybrid quattro – 100 km (20.7 kWh)
BMW X1 xDrive25e – 92 km (14.2 kWh)
JAECOO 7 SHS – 90 km (18.3 kWh)
EBRO s700 PHEV – 90 km (18.3 kWh)
EBRO s800 PHEV – 90 km (18.3 kWh)
BMW X3 xDrive30e – 90 km (12 kWh)
Opel Grandland Plug-in Hybrid – 86 km (17.8 kWh)
Peugeot 3008 Plug-in Hybrid – 86 km (17.8 kWh)
Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV – 86 km (22.7 kWh)
Mazda MX-30 e-Skyactiv R-EV – 85 km (17.8 kWh)

One of the core advantages of PHEVs is the ability to drive in electric mode during daily use, which reduces local emissions and fuel consumption. Yet drivers are not limited by battery range, as the combustion engine kicks in when needed—especially useful on longer trips.

From an environmental perspective, plug-in hybrids can produce up to 37 percent less CO₂ emissions than traditional petrol-powered cars. Many models also qualify as zero-emissions vehicles, granting them privileges in urban areas such as access to low-emission zones, tax incentives and cheaper parking.

Economically, PHEVs stand out for their low per-kilometre operating costs. When running on electricity, the cost per kilometre can fall to just €0.08, significantly undercutting internal combustion engines. Maintenance expenses are also around 25 percent lower on average, as city driving puts less strain on mechanical components.

Thanks to this mix of benefits, PHEVs are gaining popularity not only among private drivers but also with businesses and fleet operators. They are easy to adopt, environmentally responsible and competitive in terms of total cost of ownership.