Sedan, station wagon, SUV, minivan... This is our recommendation for plug-in hybrid versions with the DGT Zero label.

Plug-in hybrids , models that combine mechanical combustion and electric power to optimize performance and fuel consumption, have been part of the automotive industry for many years. However, during their early years, they were generally expensive, heavy, and had limited electric range, thus failing to achieve significant market penetration.
Times have changed, and the evolution of this efficient technology now allows us to offer models that easily exceed 100 kilometers of range, and some even approach 200 km. Therefore, plug-in hybrids have become a highly valid and recommendable alternative for enjoying zero-emission mobility during the week.
With the exception of the smallest body styles, i.e., city cars, the rest of the segments offer PHEVs. In some cases, it's still limited; in others, such as SUVs, it's numerous and varied. Below, we offer a recommendation for a vehicle in each segment to enjoy a plug-in hybrid and the benefits of the DGT's Zero environmental label .

The Seat Leon's plug-in hybrid technology has seen a major advance in its new generation. The combination of a 150 hp 1.5 TSI gasoline engine with a 115 hp electric motor results in a maximum power output of 204 hp. This propulsion system is paired with a lithium-ion battery pack with a net capacity of 19.7 kWh and provides an electric range of up to 133 km. Performance is remarkable, accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h in 7.9 seconds.

The new generation of this premium model is available in quattro e-hybrid versions with two power levels and up to 105 km of EV range. It features a new generation of high-voltage batteries with a net capacity of 20.7 kWh. The propulsion system consists of a 2.0 TFSI engine and an electric motor, with two power levels: 220 kW or 270 kW. The most powerful version has a top speed of 250 km/h and accelerates from 0 to 100 km/h in 5.3 seconds.

The new Spanish brand has burst onto the market with a bang, offering a plug-in hybrid powertrain for its S700 and S800 models. They're powered by a 1.5-liter gasoline engine combined with two electric motors. The combined power output is 279 hp, and the approved average fuel consumption, with a discharged battery, is 6 liters per 100 km. These SUVs have an approved electric range of up to 90 km and are capable of traveling up to 1,100 km on a single tank and charge.

The Bavarian manufacturer maintains an interesting compact MPV in its lineup, the 2 Series Active Tourer. The plug-in hybrid variant, called the 225e xDrive Active Tourer, combines a gasoline engine with an electric motor, achieving a combined power output of 245 hp. It features all-wheel drive and a battery with a net capacity of 14.2 kWh, enabling a range of up to 87 km in electric mode. It offers high performance, with 0-100 km/h acceleration in 6.7 seconds.

The German brand combines the extreme sportiness of its cars with the need to be more environmentally friendly. The Turbo E-Hybrid variant of the Panamera masterfully combines a four-liter turbocharged V8 engine with a 190 hp electric motor integrated into the PDK transmission housing and a 25.9 kWh battery. The combined power output is 680 hp, accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h in 3.2 seconds and reaching a top speed of 315 km/h. The WLTP electric range can reach up to 91 km.

The new generation of VW's Multivan commercial vehicle offers a plug-in hybrid powertrain with a combined power output of 245 hp. It is equipped with a 1.5-liter TSI gasoline engine producing 177 hp, two electric motors, and a battery with a useful capacity of 19.7 kWh. It features 4Motion all-wheel drive, an automatic transmission, and the combination allows for a range of up to 92 km in zero-emission mode, achieving a WLTP-approved average fuel consumption of 0.8 liters per 100 km.

Intended for professional and leisure use, pickup trucks are also evolving to become more efficient. An example of this is the new Ranger PHEV, which can travel up to 43 km in 100% electric mode. This 4x4's formula consists of a 2.3-liter Ecoboost gasoline engine, an electric motor coupled to the gearbox, and a battery with a net capacity of 11.8 kWh. The combination produces a total combined power of 281 hp and accelerates from 0 to 100 km/h in just 9.2 seconds.
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