Anything BMW related . Best build quality . Try closing the door on a Toyota Yaris then a BMW and see the difference . You can push the flimsy panels in on a Toyota. Paint quality finish on a BMW is way out far superior. Looked at a Yaris Cross and its like an empty box. Lacking in extras , clearly Toyota with its Yaris Cross is trying to cash in on the SUV fad
I had the Jazz/Fit E:Ehev 2020 (I live in Japan)…I was so stupid to sell it…for a Delica D5 petrol 2ws 2012 🤮 Wanted to go van camping around japan but things changed Gonna get a Suzuka Alto 4x4. They get about 64mpg and are just petrol. Used ¥600,000.. Argh…Changed jobs ( working in the snow) hence why I need a smol 660cc shitbox lol
I have a Kia Niro and it is an absolute dream. Very well spec'd, incredibly quiet and comfortable, and I average 57mpg. It is an ideal size and looks great as well
Same here - I own one for 3 years and the additional cost of hybrid powertrain and battery compared to a regular petrol car with same size and similar power has already payed off (43 000km). Super comfy, spacious, hassle-free and great economy - 54MPG total average, 46 highway @ 115km/h
I bought a Renault Clio e-tech. 59 mpg. Boot on the small side. My main bugbear is the same as all hybrids, independently of its implementation, the flare-up of engine revolutions and noise at unpredictable moments.
A useful overall review. When it comes to the Toyota Corolla, it’s worth noting that they intend to do a mid-life upgrade into 2023. Plenty about that on Toyota’s own site.
Just bought a 2022 Lexus UX250h and absolutely love it! Then again, we’re retired and don’t need a lot of space. Also, the wait time to get one is now five months so perhaps others see the value more than what car!
I've had my UX since Oct last year. 40 mile commute every week day, getting 50-54 mpg on A,, B roads and dual carriageway. Comfy car. Quick enough off the line for me, even upset a few boy racers! As for boot size, my weekly shop of 4 carrier bags full and still room for 4 medium size bags of logs for the wood burner fit in with no probs. I think What Car are being very harsh on their review of the UX. No, it isn't for all folk but neither are all the other hybrids they've reviewed in this video. My local Lexus dealer offered me a new one in March (this year) for September delivery. I've said yes.
The Yaris is a self charging hybrid which means that the only way to get energy into the car is through the fuel tank. I do a regular journey from Dublin to Clifden a journey of just over 300km. I'm planning to take various self charging hybrids on my usual route at a similar speed to my Zoe 110k/pH. The only criteria will be the total cost. We will start with a full tank & top it up at the destination. I'm fed up with the claims of #hybridowners & #WLTP figures. Pure fiction IMO.
The review was informative. It gave an overview rather a detailed review of each hybrid. That’s ok so, now it’s easy to go and view a more detailed review of the particular hybrid(s) you might be interested in.
Is the market leading the consumer or vice versa? Looking at the fashion/clothing industry, it determine the style and even the colour for the next season. Unfortunately, a majority of consumers are more swayed by image and façade than economic and common sense. The evidence? Huge SUVs driven by a lone person... often with a personal number plate.... because they so deserve recognition. Silly people.
We are considering the Jazz and have recently also test driven the HRV. Strangely , the Jazz feels bigger on the inside than the HRV and more light and airy which is contrary to the size of them. The problem with a Jazz is that people intimidate you on the road, which is why we were looking for an alternative. But overall I don’t think the Jazz can be bettered for our needs. But I was hoping the HRV was a big Jazz but it definitely isn’t . I found it a bit claustrophobic in the back . We might go for the Jazz crosstar although it isn’t very much higher . I also prefer the front end of the Crosstar to the original Jazz.
I have Honda jazz hybrid. My average mpg 67.5 which is amazing with 40 litters fuel tank gives me 600 miles absolutely great car .. I don't like the looks outside but inside really nice and spacious very comfortable
Having tried both the Honda Jazz and Toyota Yaris I settled on the Yaris Design. It simply can't be beaten for frugality and reliability. Over the past 12 months it has averaged 71mpg over 6000 miles against the claimed figure of 68.9. I even have the spreadsheet to prove it.
Nonsense! I drive the Honda eHev like my old CRV and the Jazz actually drives better too on Motorway or town. Just drive as you do, that what cars are for!
I have owned 2 prius cars. what I noticed with both is the sticker, meaning highway versus city is backwards. My first prius got amazing highway miles way over the label and I did not necessarily drive the posted miles. The other thing I noticed is the older versions got better gas mileage, overall than the newer ones
We have a Corolla GR 2.0 ltr great car averaging 50.5 mpg and not driven for mpg. Great car in the front. Poor boot space and rear leg room. Info is also poor for a new car. Lots of other kit to make up for this
Since I took delivery of my Yaris Cross in December 2021 it has averaged 69,9 mpg used in towns and motorways -4500 miles driven so far ; and is much quicker with its turbo and feels safer than my previous Yaris Y 20 Hybrid ( new in September 2020 )
I am looking for economical hybrid or plug in hybrid car. How much kmpl can Toyota yaris cross run on an average ? :) OR do you have any economical plug in hybrid? How about MG EHS Plug in hybrid or kia Niro plug in?
I am Behzad from Sweden I'm confused about which one it's better ! I wanna buying between Mazda Cx60 plugin or RAV4 plugin or Hyundai Tucson plugin ???? Which one is better?
Something to consider: at some point the government will start taxing plug-ins heavily to make up for lost road tax revenue. My Ford Mavrick hybrid truck gets 46mpg.
@What Car I had a Hyundai Ioniq Hybrid and I could go 2 miles on a motorway maybe a bit more on EV only and about a mile max in city under the right circumstances.
Bought a nearly new Honda CR-V AWD 2.0i MMD hybrid which has returned 33.4mpg average which is about that same as te first 2.0i VTEC CR-V I bought 20 years ago returning about 30+mpg! Plus ca change plus ca reste la meme! Terrible noise from the sincle gear eCVT system lots of engine noise but no corresponding road speed. And heavy - poor handling. My HR-V 1.6ivtec diesel returned 55mpg (car previous to this one). Wish I still had the diesel. Hybrid gets the big thumbs down from me. Maybe it's just the CR-V?
Based upon what I've seen in this video as I'm considering a hybrid as my next car, the only car family wise and practicality wise that will beat.y car for economy is the Toyota Corolla, all the rest with the exception of the small cars which are of new use to me whatsoever have higher fuel consumption than my diesel SUV so that'd be a definite no there.
I'm staggered that there's no mention of the very reasonably priced Renault Clio e‐tech self‐charging hybrid... Without exception other reviewers praise it highly in every respect (particularly its premium‐feel cabin) but you don't feature it at all! As for the horrible‐looking Honda Jazz being 'the very best' I wouldn't have one even it wasn't, as it is, overpriced.
You said that hybrid can only work on full electric for a few hundred yards. Wrong if you keep under 30-35mph in city driving it will continue in fully electric mode and regenerate through breaking and bill decent. This is why the city fuel figure is so good at well over a hundred miles per gallon. Ideal for the commute to work or school runs rarely have to worry about refuelling but has the luxury of being very frugal on a good run on motorway and A roads. Just thought you should know and check this out before giving wrong information about all pure Hybrid vehicles especially the Toyota specialised in this way before everyone else and their dogs joined in.
Hi I am considering a Hybrid especially as I am now offered a very good price for my diesel car. The one that appeals the most is the Nissan E Power. The advantages are no plug in very economical with very good range. Only the electric motor drives the wheels with the petrol engine supplying the electricity. Is there any alternatives with the same principle?
I've just ordered a Toyota yaris cross hybrid because of its true amazing fuel efficiency and because its larger than a yaris alone. Getting rid of my Range rover evoque by far the worst car i have ever owned for reliabilty.
Really!!!????? Is WhatCar actually saying that self-charging hybrids will only go “ A few hundred yards at very low speeds “ on electric power only. Come on Doug, did someone write this & you simply read it out without proofreading?
Very disappointing review. I have been researching hybrids for some month now. Suzuki consistently is rated at the top of the charts on many models. A RU-vid tester know as ecodriver, He is a professional driver his results show Suzuki swift is the number one high millage car on his comprehensive list. Toyota is #2. Next check out the Suzuki Ignes hybrid with 4 wheel drive. Beats all peers off road and excellent fuel economy. Check out Vatara hybrid, and Grand Vatara. Saw a video done in India testing how far a mild hybrid and strong Vitara hybrid could go on one tank of gas. The mild Vitara went 600KM and the strong hybrid went 1000 KM stopped to rest and still had several 100 miles of range. While driving a normal highway speeds both model exibited fuel economy difference of about 1km. In city driving and dense start and stop traffic on highway the strong hybrid delivered 25.4K/L and the mild hybrid delivered 13.7K/L. Most testers do not test the city driving results for these car and falsely report that there is no difference in their fuel efficiency. The strong and mild hybrid mileage outcomes on other Suzuki models should show a similar fuel efficiency results. If one does a lot of city driving the extra cost of the strong hybrid may be worth it. Keep in mind 4 wheel drive is available on many Suzuki hybrid models. What car usually does great tests on the Suzuki and it baffles me that none made this review.
Rav4, one of the best if not the best selling suv in the world does not make your list. Toyota has the best and most reliable hybrid tech. The Rav4 Hybrid is selling like hotcakes with a minimum 1 year waiting list in my country.
Metals shortages have raised the price of all electrics, and the cord is a hassle, especially if there is a line to wait for at a public charger. In a third world area still burning coal to make electricity, they are not really clean. The batteries are very heavy, causing more tire and brake pad wear which add particles to the air.
Why bother ? For £16k you can get a 1.3 Turbo SUV style petrol car , nearly 50 mpg and no planet killing lithium battery , no complexity, lower environmental impact in the initial build ,up to twice the lifespan of a hybrid car and easier to recycle at end of life !
My little Captur 1.3 Turbo averages 48mpg, I paid £18,000 for it. I look at some of the mileage figures quoted here and I would need to do an extra 100k miles over my ownership of the car to notice a cost saving.
All cars are trash. Buy a premium german car (hybrid) if you want. Don't spend on your chinese cars that will brake up at the moment you lef the car dealer shop.
Add the Renault Captur E-tech (self charging) to the list. It is comfortable with a touch of luxury about the interior with the top of the range which is still very, very cheap on a 2 year interest free PCP plan. I can't get less than 55 mpg out of mine around town and that can go over 60 mpg on a longer run. With fuel prices what they are what's not to like ........
Hybrid is not only about economy but also comfort, i mean no shifting no acceleration pulses . In this perspective toyota and honda hybrids excel. Just a remark, hybrid excel in city driving, extra urban driving will still better with diesel if you are after economy over comfort :)
Wish I never got my plug in hybrid. Lucky to get 20 miles out of it. (Manufacturers claimed 40 miles). My advice is either go full EV or a normal combustion engine. The vehicle itself (Pug 3008) is a seriously fantastic car, having said that.
Plug-in hybrid to pay off should be charged every day and even twice a day, for example at home and at work. Still a simple hybrid I think is a lot better than a petrol car because it doesn't run the engine when sitting or driving very slowly in traffic jams. And we may breathe easier in cities.
Hyundai Ioniq. Go for the top of the range spec. Summer regularly returns 99.9 mpg. They set out to beat the Prius at everything.. and a proper geared auto box, not CVT.
For me the choice is not confusing- Tesla or ANY Chinese EV that could come to these shores. Any of them are BETTER than ANY ICE, DIESEL or HYBRID vehicles mentioned here. And I am just waiting for my new Tesla S to arrive!!!!!!
For those wondering about Hybrids, from experience I could say it’s just an efficient ICE car. The hybrid system with a tiny battery will NOT give you much EV experience, you won’t even notice it before the tiny battery is discharged and it gets recharged quickly when you go down hill. So, don’t expect too much else I can guarantee you that you will be disappointed! Don’t believe me, go buy one to find out. ( latest Honda Jazz eHev)
Looking at those MPG figures, I'm sure most straight diesels would match them. I'm on my 5th BEV over the last 14 years, most of my journeys are long ones (seldom bring charging cables with me) & I have never suffered from range anxiety. IMO hybrids are a complete con!
Maybe, but diesel engines have a Lower life span if driven bumper to bumper or in trafgic instead of highway mostly. The hybrid enhine can last 300-500K KM's easily
We have an ID. 3+ 1st & a Renault Zoe 135GT. We are about to take delivery of a Skoda IV 80 AWD which is supposed to be with us by mid September. As a farming family we need to be able to tow trailers.
I personally think that all hybrids are extremely complex, requiring expensive maintenance.If you ask their owners they will tell you that most of the time they drive around with the electric part non functioning for a dead battery, which most of the drivers either lack the time, or just don't bother to stop every 30 or 40 miles to charge them . So most of the time they just drive around with only their engine power, defeating entirely the purpose for buying the Hybrid. Ten times better buying a full electric, a lot more convenient, far more reliable a lot cheaper to maintain and much safer, especially if you buy the most efficient Tesla.
You're talking about plug-in hybrids here. They're good for commutin, not much else, it's true. You don't have this problem with the self charging ones. The economy is excellent too. A Toyota can easily do 80-90 MPG. Mt best average was 120MPG.
