Top 10 Plug-in Hybrid Crossover SUVs to Buy Before Electric Cars Take Over HD

The diversity and immediate availability of all-electric crossovers with decent ranges and prices that won’t bankrupt you are rather limited, one of the reasons being, manufacturers’ caution when it comes to electrification. Automakers choose to take an extra step and create plugin hybrid vehicles that combine features from the two worlds. Today’s episode of Automotive Territory will be covering already established and new PHEVs with the most popular body style of today – crossovers. Spoiler alert, many of these are indeed able to cover daily driving needs without burning any fuel, while offering roomy interiors and cargo volumes. Similar videos that previously appeared on #AutomotiveTerritory: Most affordable hybrid cars that you can own today: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Deaj-OrumX4 New compact crossovers that are coming in 2020: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1m7lUN_vCdM Find out about all models that appeared in this #ATelectriccars video: Jeep Renegade & Compass PHEV: media.fcanorthamerica.com/newsrelease.do?id=20676 By 2022, Fiat-Chrysler Automobiles plans to bring more than 20 electric and hybrid models to the market. Among the first cars that will arrive as a part of this strategy are the new PHEV versions of Jeep’s subcompact Renegade and compact Compass crossovers. Subaru Crosstrek Hybrid: subaru.com/vehicles/crosstrek/hybrid.html Built on the Subaru’s new Global Platform, the Crosstrek Hybrid represents the brand’s first try at a plug-in hybrid vehicle. It sources the electrification tech from Toyota Prius Prime, so its powertrain consists of 2 electric motors and an 8.8 kWh battery, which are paired with Subaru’s 2Liter Boxer engine and a CVT. Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV: mitsubishi-motors.co.uk/cars/outlander-phev The Outlander PHEV gets an unequivocal upvote from our channel as one of the best plugins on today’s market. Roomy interior, rather affordable price and running costs per year lower than a ford Fiesta, make the Outlander PHEV a must buy. Kia Niro Plug-In Hybrid: kia.com/us/en/vehicle/niro-plug-in-hybrid/2019 2019 Kia Niro Plug-In Hybrid arrives practically unchanged, except for minor refining touches. The 6-speed dual-clutch, used instead of a CVT, gives it a sportier feel and ensures seamless cooperation of the petrol engine and the electric motor. Mini Cooper SE Countryman All4: miniusa.com/model/hybrid/coopersecountryman.html 2019 Mini Cooper SE Countryman All4 is the first plug-in hybrid in the British automaker’s line-up that follows the modern mainstream of environmental friendliness and economy, but retains the familiar MINI looks. Peugeot 3008 Hybrid & Hybrid4: peugeot.co.uk/technology/peugeot-plug-in-hybrid/peugeot-plug-in-hybrid-range/ 2020 Peugeot 3008 Hybrid & Hybrid4 will be getting a new PHEV powertrain, featuring a 1.6L PureTech engine, a new 8-speed e-EAT and one or two electric motors. The Hybrid4 will have a 4WD driving mode and 300 horses, while the Hybrid will be only available with