Used Hybrid - Petrol/Electric cars for sale
BMW, 3 Series
2025 - 330e xDrive M Sport 4dr Step Auto
Ford, Puma
2023 - 1.0T EcoBoost MHEV ST-Line X SUV 5dr Petrol Hybrid Manual Euro 6 (s/s) (125
Toyota, Yaris
2013 (62) - AUTOMATIC 1.4 T4 HYBRID 5-Door
Toyota, Corolla
2025 (25) - 1.8 VVT-h Design CVT Euro 6 (s/s) 5dr
- 1.8L
- 2kMiles
- Hybrid
- Auto
- Hatchback
Steven Eagell Toyota Milton Keynes
Volvo, XC90
2021 - 2.0 T8 Recharge Phev R Design Pro 5Dr Awd Auto
Land Rover, Discovery Sport
2022 - 1.5 P300e 12.2kWh R-Dynamic SE SUV 5dr Petrol Plug-in Hybrid Auto 4WD Euro
Nissan, Qashqai
2023 - 1.3 DIG-T MHEV N-Connecta SUV 5dr Petrol Hybrid Manual Euro 6 (s/s) (140 ps
- 1.3L
- 14.2kMiles
- Hybrid
- Manual
- Hatchback
drivedirect Bury St Edmunds
Nissan, Juke
2025 - 1.6 Hybrid Tekna 5dr Auto
MINI, Countryman
2025 - EXCLUSIVE S ALL4 5-Door
Honda, Civic
2023 - 2.0 eHEV Sport 5dr CVT
Toyota, Yaris
2025 (75) - 1.5 Hybrid 130 Excel 5dr CVT
BMW, 3 Series
2020 - 330e M Sport 5dr Step Auto
Volkswagen, Touran
2025 - 1.5 Tsi Ehybrid R-Line 5Dr Dsg6
Toyota, Yaris
2020 (70) - 1.5 VVT-h Excel E-CVT Euro 6 (s/s) 5dr
- 1.5L
- 22.9kMiles
- Hybrid
- Auto
- Hatchback
Steven Eagell Toyota Bromsgrove
Honda, ZR-V
2023 - 2.0 eHEV Advance 5dr CVT
- 2L
- 16.1kMiles
- Hybrid
- Auto
- Estate
Arnold Clark Nottingham Motorstore / Vanstore
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What speeds do petrol hybrid cars switch to petrol?
Full hybrid cars such as the Toyota Prius are able to move around at low speeds on electric power alone, usually up to around 40mph. In general driving, the electric motor is used primarily to "fill in the gaps", reducing the need for the petrol engine to be running when it's least efficient, such as during parking manoeuvres or in start/stop traffic. Mild hybrids simply have a smaller electric motor and battery pack that assist the engine when accelerating, reducing fuel consumption as a result.
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How do petrol hybrid cars work?
Petrol hybrid cars combine a traditional petrol engine with an electric motor. The petrol engine and electric motor work together to power the vehicle, increasing fuel efficiency and reducing emissions. When driving at lower speeds or in stop-and-go traffic, the electric motor takes over, relying solely on the battery pack to power the car. When more power or acceleration is needed, the petrol engine is turned on and works alongside the electric motor to power the car.
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Are petrol hybrid cars fuel efficient?
Yes, petrol hybrid cars are design to be fuel efficient. Combining a petrol engine with an electric motor allows them to achieve better mileage per tank and reduce fuel consumption compared to traditional petrol-only powered vehicles.
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How many miles can a petrol hybrid drive for?
The range of a petrol hybrid car differs from model to model. Typically on electric power only they can only drive short distances, whereas when using both petrol and electricity they can go for much longer ranges.