The 2025 XC90 Plug-in Hybrid (PHEV) pairs a turbocharged four-cylinder engine with an electric motor and a new 14.7-kWh battery, which replaces a heavier 18.4 kWh unit. This setup delivers 455 ...

As we all know, plug-in hybrids are a bit of the rage right now, especially with people who have a daily commute that is fewer miles than the electric range of a plug-in hybrid. I also see these as a ...

Toyota's Prius Plug-In Hybrid addresses several problems drivers had with older Prius models. Surprisingly, the new Prius is a pleasure to drive, and even quicker than some popular gas car models.

These days, if you want something inexpensive and fuel-efficient, you not only have a choice of vehicles, but a choice of powertrains. And then there are cars like the Kia Niro that give you three ...

The Toyota RAV4 PHEV is built on a strengthened, retuned version of the previous generation’s platform, as evidenced by its nearly identical dimensions. Still, there’s a lot that’s new, including next ...

The Prius Plug-In is great, but for most people there's a better option. The Toyota Prius is the best hybrid on sale. It’s far more efficient than other hybrids, while offering plenty of room for four ...

But no more! When the Prius was redesigned a few years ago, the car was absolutely transformed, losing the alien spacecraft styling it was known for since day one, trading that in for a design that’s ...

Do you remember about 30 years ago, when automakers would sell what was essentially the same vehicle under different brand names with minimal tweaks? Badge engineering still happens in a sense, but ...

I have had a great time this week with the beautiful 2026 Lexus TX 550h+ AWD, the plug-in hybrid version of Lexus' three-row family SUV. Last year's TX 350 F Sport Handling impressed me with its style ...

The Toyota Prius is the best hybrid on sale. It’s far more efficient than other hybrids, while offering plenty of room for four adults, ample cargo space and a responsive, refined driving experience.