Plug-in Electric Hybrid Vehicles at Donnelly Group NI

A plug-in hybrid (PHEV) can be a good option for anyone who’s not ready to go fully electric but still wants the benefits such as lower emissions & fuel costs.

Donnelly Group is helping keen drivers nationwide find a hybrid that suits their driving style and needs, with a great offering from manufacturers including Jaguar & VW.

What is a Plug-In Hybrid Car?

A plug-in hybrid offers the best of both worlds, using a combined power source of a petrol engine and a rechargeable battery.

It differs from a standard hybrid, which relies on your fuel as you drive to charge the battery. Hybrids always have the back-up of a petrol or diesel engine, which helps on longer journeys.

How do Plug-In Hybrids work?

The vehicle’s battery recharges the onboard battery through both regenerative braking when the car is in motion and ‘plugging-in’.

You can charge your plug-in hybrid vehicle with an at-home charger or use the public charging points similar to how you would charge a fully electric vehicle.

What are the benefits of a plug-in hybrid car?

• You can do shorter journeys using all or primarily all-electric power as long as you recharge in between journeys. Some customers go for mild hybrids and plug-in hybrids over 100% electric BEVs as they take away that anxiety of running out of range.
• Still, having a conventional petrol engine means that speedier driving (e.g. motorways) will take over to prevent the power required from draining the battery too quickly.
• Electricity is much cheaper than petrol or diesel, so when your car runs on battery power, it will cost you less than traditional methods.
• You have the option of charging at home to save yourself time
• Many newer plug-in electric hybrid cars coming to the market tend to have lower road tax as an incentive to make the switch.

What plug-In hybrid models are available at Donnelly Group?

Available online to reserve and at your nearest Donnelly Group showroom, you’ll find a wider range of pug-in options than anywhere else. If you’re interested in making a move and need information on setting your home up for EV charging, we recommend getting in touch. While charging is typically not an issue for detached/semi-detached homeowners, you’ll want clarity on the best vehicle to go for if charging options are limited.

Don’t forget, we also have a range of used PHEVs available, as well as a full battery-electric and mild-hybrid electric vehicle range!

Your Favourite Manufacturers Plugging Into Hybrid Options

Seeing a car parked up and plugged into a charging station is a common sight now. Every time you go by one, you’ll probably see a different hybrid, as the offerings out there have grown exponentially in just a few years.

Familiar names we proudly feature in our hybrid collection include Citroën, Jaguar-Land Rover, Mitsubishi, Peugeot, SEAT, Toyota & Volkswagen.

Some of our most popular hybrids from each manufacturer are featured below: