Newest Plugin-Electric Crossovers and SUVs: Long Range Hybrids of 2022

Until we inevitably transition to fully electric cars, all of your favorite models will either be discontinued or get a plug-in hybrid modification, which is one of the best ways to tame a gas guzzling internal combustion machine. We have already covered new PHEV cars of 2022 and today shall tackle the upcoming SUVs from this class. You will be able to learn about their expected price tags, EV ranges and technological packages.

Previous #AutomotiveTerritory videos that covered EV topics:

Anticipated model releases and debuts from the electric car industry: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=o8W3dgOa51k

Upcoming cars with a plug in hybrid powertrain: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hr6J_Z-rm58

List of vehicles from this #ATelectriccars videos and their specifications :

00:00 Introduction

00:38 Kia Sportage PHEV
kianewscenter.com/news/all/kia-presents-all-new-sportage–the-ultimate-urban-suv/s/f15fcd09-e75a-4454-a1da-1c54b5e37189

The fifth-generation Sportage draws a clear line between itself and the predecessor. Both the global and European versions, which is a bit shorter, share the same striking front-end with the brand’s modernized Tiger Nose grille, sharply curved daytime running lights, and angular side skirts.

01:43 Lexus NX 450h+
pressroom.lexus.com/the-all-new-2022-lexus-nx-designed-engineered-with-the-future-of-luxury-in-mind/

The fully-redesigned exterior of the Lexus NX is not its only advantage in 2022. The all-new compact crossover from Lexus is the first car from the brand offered as plug-in hybrid Lexus NX 450h+, which will sit at the top the future model lineup.

02:44 Mazda MX-30 PHEV
mazdausa.com/vehicles/electric/mx-30-electric-hybrid

The Mazda MX30 initially came out in a purely electric form with a humble 144 horsepower motor and just 100 mile range, but now it shall be released in the series plugin hybrid version with a Wankel Rotary engine generator.

03:39 Hyundai Tucson PHEV
hyundai.news/eu/articles/press-releases/hyundai-motor-reveals-details-on-all-new-tucson-plug-in-hybrid.html

For the 2022 model, the plug-in version of new generation Tucson will be reaching the US shores. It will be offered in two upper-level trims: SEL and Limited, both with the new Tucson front end with integrated DRLs, jewel-like surface detailing, and rectangular wheel arches.

04:54 Jeep Grand Cherokee PHEV (4xe)
jeep.com/all-new-grand-cherokee-3-row.html

As a part of the Stellantis electrification program for the Jeep brand, each model shall receive a 4xe electrified modification by the year 2025. The second SUV to obtain a plug after the Wrangler 4xe is the newly refreshed mid-size Grand Cherokee in the standard 5-seater configuration.

06:00 Opel Grandland PHEV
int-media.opel.com/en/06-09-new-opel-grandland

2022 Opel Grandland should arrive in 2 PHEV modifications, featuring FWD or electric AWD. Both should be powered by a 1.6L turbo engine and 13.2kwH battery that feeds an unspecified number of motors.

07:02 Kia Sorento PHEV
kiamedia.com/us/en/media/pressreleases/17770/gallery

In addition to pure ICE and hybrid versions, the 4th generation Kia Sorento introduces a new PHEV modification built around a 1.6-liter turbo engine and a single electric motor with 89 horses.

08:17 MG EHS Plug-in Hybrid
mgmotor.eu/model/ehs

Launched in 2020, the plug-in hybrid version of the HS crossover is making its way across the UK and Europe this year. The model gets attractive exterior design with MG’s prominent dotted grille and offers standard LED DRLS and available LED headlights. It is possible that in 2022, the MG eHS will get a quite noticeable facelift and will change its name to MG Pilot PHEV, as it already did in China.

09:31 Land Rover Defender P400e
landrover.com/vehicles/defender/index.html

The 2022 Land Rover Defender P400e becomes the first electrified and the second most powerful Land Rover Defender ever produced, yielding only to the supercharged V8 version. For now the P400e is offered in the long wheelbase 110 form.

10:43 Hyundai Santa Fe PHEV
hyundaiusa.com/us/en/vehicles/2022-santa-fe-plug-in-hybrid

Despite being barely two years old, the new generation Santa Fe received a very noticeable facelift for 2021. It made the mid-size SUV look bolder, adding a wider grille, T-shaped LED DRLs, and updated rear lights. As it turns out, the updates do not end in 2022, as the Santa Fe premieres with plug-in drivetrain for the first time.

11:47 Seat Tarraco eHybrid
seat.com/carworlds/tarraco/ehybrid.html

SEATS largest SUV’s skipped mild and strong hybrid powertrains and instead went straight for the PHEV setup. The Tarraco eHybrid PHEV 7-seater shares internals with the Volkswagen Tiguan eHybrid and Skoda Kodiaq iV, boasting of 30 all-electric miles.

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