[{"@context":"https:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"BlogPosting","@id":"https:\/\/smart-motoring.com\/latest-news\/5-used-hybrids-that-youll-actually-look-cool-in\/#BlogPosting","mainEntityOfPage":"https:\/\/smart-motoring.com\/latest-news\/5-used-hybrids-that-youll-actually-look-cool-in\/","headline":"5 Used Hybrids That You\u2019ll Actually Look Cool In","name":"5 Used Hybrids That You\u2019ll Actually Look Cool In","description":"Used plug-in hybrids that are stylish, luxurious and reasonably priced! If you\u2019re looking for exceptional acceleration and great fuel economy but dread the thought of driving something like a Prius, this is the article for you! Hybrid cars don\u2019t have to necessarily have to look dorky, they don\u2019t need to be slow and the interiors don\u2019t need to feel cheap and plastic. It\u2019s time to open our eyes and realise there are plenty of (well, at least 5) hidden gems […]","datePublished":"2019-11-14","dateModified":"2019-11-15","author":{"@type":"Person","@id":"https:\/\/smart-motoring.com\/author\/matthew-collett\/#Person","name":"Matthew Collett","url":"https:\/\/smart-motoring.com\/author\/matthew-collett\/","identifier":5,"description":"Max Wheeler is a leading motoring journalist and classic car specialist at Smart Motoring, renowned for his sharp insight and infectious passion for all things automotive. With years of experience covering motoring news, supercars, and the enduring legacy of classic cars, Max brings stories to life with style and authority. Whether it\u2019s the roar of a Lamborghini, the elegance of an Aston Martin DB5, or the cultural impact of vintage motoring icons, he delivers expert commentary that inspires enthusiasts and collectors alike. Dedicated to celebrating the heritage and future of driving, Max Wheeler is your trusted voice for classic car news and beyond.","image":{"@type":"ImageObject","@id":"https:\/\/secure.gravatar.com\/avatar\/64eca1152247aa111ace79ff1c03782b175df9dc21d2092364ff21e1cf5e38fa?s=96&d=mm&r=g","url":"https:\/\/secure.gravatar.com\/avatar\/64eca1152247aa111ace79ff1c03782b175df9dc21d2092364ff21e1cf5e38fa?s=96&d=mm&r=g","height":96,"width":96}},"publisher":{"@type":"Organization","name":"Smart Motoring","logo":{"@type":"ImageObject","@id":"https:\/\/smart-motoring.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/smart-motoring_news_logo_g-e1765846726493.webp","url":"https:\/\/smart-motoring.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/smart-motoring_news_logo_g-e1765846726493.webp","width":600,"height":60}},"image":{"@type":"ImageObject","@id":"https:\/\/smart-motoring.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/11\/5-Used-Hybrids-That-You\u2019ll-Actually-Look-Cool-In-feature.jpg","url":"https:\/\/smart-motoring.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/11\/5-Used-Hybrids-That-You\u2019ll-Actually-Look-Cool-In-feature.jpg","height":520,"width":1200},"url":"https:\/\/smart-motoring.com\/latest-news\/5-used-hybrids-that-youll-actually-look-cool-in\/","about":["LATEST CAR NEWS"],"wordCount":909,"keywords":["Electric Hybrid","hybrid","Hybrid cars"],"articleBody":"Used plug-in hybrids that are stylish, luxurious and reasonably priced!If you\u2019re looking for exceptional accelerationand great fuel economy but dread the thought of driving something like a Prius,this is the article for you! Hybrid cars don\u2019t have to necessarily have tolook dorky, they don\u2019t need to be slow and the interiors don\u2019t need to feelcheap and plastic. It\u2019s time to open our eyes and realise there are plenty of(well, at least 5) hidden gems out there that elegantly combine luxury andstyle with hybrid technology. Unfortunately, these cars just don\u2019t get enough attention. A lot of people won\u2019t even know they exist, which is probably why you see so many BMW i3\u2019s and Toyota Auris hybrids on the roads instead of seeing any of these cars we\u2019re about to talk about. Mercedes C 350eThat\u2019s right, Mercedes have had a hybrid CClass hiding under our noses the whole time! The C 350e has, in fact, beenaround since 2015. It pairs a four-cylinder, turbocharged 2.0-litre petrolengine with a small 80hp electric motor. The battery is small at just 6.2 kWhand the car is said to be able to travel around 19 miles on battery poweralone, however real-world tests show that figure to be closer to 12 miles. It\u2019s quick, like all of the PHEVs (plug-in electric vehicles) on this list, and can accelerate from 0-62 mph in just 5.9 seconds! In total, the car has 275 hp at its disposal which is pretty darn good! Today, you can pick one up from the usedmarket for as low as \u00a313,000 with more moderate mileage examples costing around\u00a316,000. The C 350e is also available in both saloon and estate configuration,which is great considering there is reduced boot space thanks to the room thatthe battery requires. Volvo XC90 T8 Twin EngineIf you prefer something bigger, the XC90 T8 isa hybrid castle on wheels that\u2019s sure to fulfil your desire for a big car.Incredibly luxurious on the inside and handsome on the outside. Whether you\u2019rea big-shot business person or a large family, this hybrid 7-seater is not onlyincredibly stylish but also very practical. 0-62 mph in a blistering (for an SUV) 5.6 seconds makes this car fast as well. The electric motor is 86 hp, the rather impressive 2.0-litre turbo engine produces 316 hp giving the car 402 hp in total! Volvo has named the car a \u2018Twin Engine\u2019 because technically, that\u2019s the truth. It\u2019s not an ordinary \u2018hybrid\u2019 setup because the electric motor drives the rear wheels and the petrol engine drives the front wheels. The electric-only range is quoted to be 27miles but will likely be around half of that, which is still pretty good. TheXC90 T8 Twin Engine came out in 2016 and if you buy one new, it\u2019ll cost around\u00a366,645 but on the used market you can get a 2016 example for around \u00a335,000.BMW 330eBMW are known for building cars that feel great to drive and that\u2019s still true with this hybrid 3 Series. While enjoying a dynamic and engaging drive in the 330e, you can enjoy it even more knowing that you\u2019re saving money in fuel costs.Released in 2015, the 330e features an 87 hpelectric motor and a 182 hp 2.0-litre petrol engine and when used together canproduce a maximum of 249 hp. It will do 0-62 mph in 6.1 seconds and has aquoted electric-only range of 25 miles. Even though it\u2019s a hybrid, when revvinghard the car will still produce a nice, hearty sound that will reassure youthat the internal combustion engine is not dead yet! Volkswagen Golf GTEA hatchback not only for the people, but forthe planet and your wallet as well! With a claimed mpg of 166 (although we knowVW doesn\u2019t always tell the truth) anda 0-62 mph time of just 7.6 seconds this hatchback is perfect for the frugaldriver who hates slow cars. A 1.4-litre 148 hp turbo petrol engine ismated with a 101 hp electric motor and when working together, produce a maximumof 201 hp. They cost around \u00a333,000 new but shopping used will see examples aslow as \u00a312,000. With the agreeable styling of a Golf, this hybrid makes for agreat fuel-efficient hatchback with no compromise. Audi A3 Sportback e-tronHere\u2019s one that not a lot of people know about– who knew that Audi already had their fingers dipped in the hybrid market backin 2014? The small 1.4-litre turbo petrol engine andthe electric motor produce 201 hp together, allowing the car to do a 0-62 mphsprint in just 7.6 seconds. Electric-only range is quoted at 31 miles, which isvery impressive considering the A3 hybrid has been around the longest out ofthe cars on this list. Still looking fresh today, the Audi A3 e-tronmakes for a true bargain as it\u2019s coming up to being 6 years old now. Owning onewill also give you the joy of saying that you own an e-tron, a brand that isnow becoming known as the name for very luxurious (and expensive) electric Audicars. Look around enough and you can get an A3 e-tron for as little as \u00a310,000!Let us know if you know of any niche, coolhybrids that need to get more attention!If you enjoyed this, you\u2019ll probably like to read about the new green number plates that electric vehicles will soon have…"},{"@context":"https:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"BreadcrumbList","itemListElement":[{"@type":"ListItem","position":1,"name":"Latest News","item":"https:\/\/smart-motoring.com\/latest-news\/#breadcrumbitem"},{"@type":"ListItem","position":2,"name":"5 Used Hybrids That You\u2019ll Actually Look Cool In","item":"https:\/\/smart-motoring.com\/latest-news\/5-used-hybrids-that-youll-actually-look-cool-in\/#breadcrumbitem"}]}]