SEAT Hybrid & Electric Vehicles

If you are considering making the switch to hybrid or electric vehicles, then we are here to provide a guide to help you through the process. From explaining what hybrid cars are, the differences between hybrids and electrics, to our current EV range, we are here to explain the essential information. ​

What is a Hybrid Car?

A hybrid car is a vehicle that has a combination of a combustion engine with an electric motor. There are multiple types of hybrid cars that you can choose from, depending on your driving habits and personal situation.

Plug-In Hybrids (PHEV)

Plug-In Hybrids have a larger battery and electric motor that can be recharged by connecting to an external power source, such as wall chargers and public charging stations.

Self-Charging Mild Hybrids

Self-Charging Hybrids have an engine and a small battery, which can self charge using energy from the engine and regenerative braking to give electrical assistance to the engine. These vehicles help improve your fuel consumption and emissions, while giving you enough range for your journey.

SEAT Hybrid Cars Range

SEAT Leon e-Hybrid (PHEV)

With a 20 kWh battery pack, has an electric-only range of up to 83 miles and a combined total range of up to 565 miles.

SEAT Leon Estate e-Hybrid (PHEV)

Electric-only range of up to 81 miles and a total combined range of up to 559 miles.

SEAT Leon Mild Hybrid (mHEV)

Has an engine and a small self-charging battery, powered by the engine and regenerative braking, providing electrical assistance to the engine only.

SEAT Leon Estate Mild Hybrid (mHEV)

Also, a self-charging hybrid model.

Benefits of SEAT Hybrid Cars (PHEVs)

Many fantastic benefits come with driving a SEAT hybrid car, including:

- Fuel Economy & Lower Emissions

Driving a hybrid car can reduce your driving emissions as you combine electric power with a combustion engine.

- Flexibility & Convenience

Choose between electric and hybrid driving modes whenever you travel so you can ensure you have enough range for your journey.

- Accessible Charging Options

Public electric charging points are available across the United Kingdom in supermarkets, fast food restaurants, gyms and service stations. You can also install wall charging ports in your home so you can charge your car when it's convenient for you.

- Regenerative braking & renewable energy

Some of our SEAT hybrid range comes with a regenerative braking system, which converts kinetic energy into electricity, providing even better efficient driving.

The differences between electric and hybrid vehicles

In short, the difference between an electric and a hybrid vehicle is that an electric car can run solely on electricity, whereas a hybrid car requires a combination of drive technologies to operate. 

Our SEAT hybrid range comes as plug-in hybrids and self-charging mild hybrids, which provide an excellent balance of efficiency and performance. 

Plug-in hybrids and electric cars can both be charged in a home charger or public chargers, so you can choose whatever method is best for you. 

Hybrid vehicles can have a higher range than pure electric vehicles, as a hybrid uses a combination of methods to run, while electric vehicles only have one. 

Take a look at each model to see their own unique features and benefits, so you can choose which is best for your personal driving preferences and needs. 

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