What's the best small hybrid car for performance?

I am considering buying a mild-hybrid car with low fuel costs. I want a small hatchback and I like the Toyota Yaris Cross, but am put off by its slow 0-62mph time (10 seconds). Can you recommend a faster mild-hybrid for around £25k to £30k?

Asked on 2 September 2022 by Graham Cowperthwaite

Answered by Andrew Brady

The Toyota Yaris Cross is a conventional ('self-charging') hybrid rather than a mild-hybrid. That means it can set off under electric power alone and will be more refined (and more efficient) during stop-start driving.

If you're happy with a mild-hybrid (which uses a small electrical motor to assist the petrol engine), the Ford Puma 1.0 EcoBoost MHEV 155 is moderately quicker, covering 0-62mph in 9.0 seconds. Alternatively, consider electric SUVs like the Vauxhall Mokka-e and Peugeot e-2008 - with instant acceleration, they feel a lot quicker than mild-hybrid alternatives.

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