We are gradually getting to the point when every single new car model will be offered in a modification with an electric plug. This tendency is especially noticeable in the popular crossover-SUV segment which specifically benefits from the improved fuel economy and added horsepower that modified PHEV mills have to offer.
In today’s episode of Automotive Territory we will feature the newest arrivals in the plugin hybrid segment across multiple price categories and markets.
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Further information on vehicles that were shown in this #ATelectriccars release:
Toyota RAV4 Prime: newsroom.toyota.eu/the-rav4-plug-in-hybrid-toyotas-new-hybrid-flagship
The world’s most favorite Toyota crossover is finally getting a plugin-hybrid treatment RAV4 Prime which is simply destined to become the leader in the crossover PHEV segment for the years to come.
Lincoln Corsair Grand Touring: media.lincoln.com/content/lincolnmedia/lna/us/en/news/2019/11/20/corsair-grand-touring-arrives.html
Lincoln has already made a statement with the Aviator Grand Touring, that their upcoming plug-in models will be undisputed flagships within their lineup. Now is the turn of the smaller Corsair GT to take up rightful leading spot.
BMW X5 xDrive45e: press.bmwgroup.com/global/article/detail/T0300315EN/electrifying-power-for-supreme-driving-pleasure:-market-launch-of-the-new-bmw-x5-xdrive45e?language=en
2020 BMW X5 xDrive45e is new generation of the X5 plug-in hybrid, that sports improved performance parameters and nearly three times more range.
BMW X1 and BMW X2: press.bmwgroup.com/global/article/detail/T0303969EN/compact-bmw-x-models-with-plug-in-hybrid-drive:-the-new-bmw-x1-xdrive25e-to-be-launched-%E2%80%93-followed-by-the-bmw-x2-xdrive25e
The X1 and its coupe-roofed X2 sibling are the smallest entry-level crossovers in BMW range, that starting from the 2020 model year will be available in plug-in hybrid configurations, called e25.
Kia Xceed PHEV: kiapressoffice.com/en-gb/releases/1142
Revealed in late 2019, the new Kia XCEED crossover now gains a PHEV modification, that is distinguished by minor visual updates. The model gets a 1.6L GDi gasoline, an electric motor, and a 8.9kWh battery, with a max power output of 141hp and around 35 miles of range.
Audi Q5 55 TFSI e quattro: audi-mediacenter.com/en/press-releases/sporty-and-efficient-with-plug-in-hybrid-drivethe-audi-q5-55-tfsi-e-quattro-11676
2020 Audi Q5 55 TFSI e quattro is another step in Audi’s electrification strategy that aims to have 30 electrified models on the market by 2025. The model gets a more powerful drivetrain than the 2020 SQ5, also beating the performance model in 0 to 60 acceleration that takes 5 seconds.
Jeep Renegade 4xe / Compass 4xe: media.fcaemea.com/em-en/jeep/press/jeep-renegade-and-compass-4xe-first-edition-discovering-the-new-plug-in-hybrid-models-of-the-jeep-brand
2020 Jeep Renegade and Compass PHEV are scheduled to make officials debuts in April 2020, at the New York and Beijing Autoshows, but for now, they are already claimed to offer 31 miles of electric range and from 190 to 240 horsepower output.
Opel Grandland X Hybrid4: int-media.opel.com/en/all-charged-opel-grandland-x-all-wheel-drive-plug-hybrid
2020 Opel Grandland X Hybrid4 is the first PHEV by the Opel brand, that is built on PSA’s platform with a 300-hp Hybrid4 powertrain at heart.
Peugeot 3008 Hybrid & GT Hybrid4: peugeotpress.co.uk/releases/1762
2020 Peugeot 3008 compact crossover arrives in two modifications, Hybrid and Hybrid4, netting 225 and 300 hps. The latter is only offered in the top high-end GT trim.
Renault Captur E-Tech: media.group.renault.com/global/en-gb/renault/media/presspacks/21234571/au-volant-de-nouveau-renault-captur-100-nouveau-100-captur-2
Scheduled to go on sale in April 2020, 2020 Renault Captur E-Tech is getting a new E-Tech powertrain, with a 1.6L gasoline engine, 2 electric motors, and an innovative transmission. The battery capacity equals 9.8 kWh, offering about 28 miles of e-driving, while the power output is expected to be 160 hps, same as the Megane PHEV.
Ford Escape (Kuga) PHEV: ford.com/suvs-crossovers/escape/2020
If the Explorer SUV is sold in the plugin form only on the European market, the compact Escape AKA Kuga PHEV is an international model. From 2020 it gets a more car like appearance.
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Toyota rav4 prime
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nice content
RAV4 for the win!
More and more manufacturers are starting to offer plug-in hybrid powertrains for their new and updated models. Do these PHEVs bring everything we expect from modern cars?