Should I get a plug-in hybrid?

I don’t do many long journeys and I'm in late 70’s - which would be most suitable for me, a hybrid or plug-in hybrid?

Asked on 10 February 2021 by Gill Pratt

Answered by Andrew Brady

Can you plug a car in at home (i.e. do you have off-road parking with access to electricity)? Are most of your journeys within, say, 20 miles? If the answer to both of these questions is 'yes', a plug-in hybrid (or, even better, an electric car) sounds like it'd suit your needs well. Otherwise, a conventional hybrid might be a better option.

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