hybrid

A hybrid vehicle is one that uses two or more distinct types of power, such as submarines that use diesel when surfaced and batteries when submerged. Other means to store energy include pressurized fluid in hydraulic hybrids.
Hybrid powertrains are designed to switch from one power source to another to maximize both fuel efficiency and energy efficiency. In hybrid electric vehicles, for instance, the electric motor is more efficient at producing torque, or turning power, while the combustion engine is better for maintaining high speed. Improved efficiency, lower emissions, and reduced running costs relative to non-hybrid vehicles are three primary benefits of hybridization.

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    My 6-Month Experience with the ZS Hybrid+ (10,000 km)

    I've now had my ZS Hybrid+ for exactly six months, and I've driven just under 10,000 km in that time. I'd like to share my honest experiences with the vehicle: Shortly after buying it, I noticed—like others here—the issue with high engine revs and noticeable loss of power, especially under...
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    My final post – a thank you and farewell to MG ZS Hybrid+

    Dear MG community, This will be my last post on this forum. Unfortunately, my wife has recently said goodbye to our MG ZS Hybrid+ in a serious accident. She failed to yield and drove into the path of a truck traveling at an estimated speed of 60 km/h. It was a significant collision — witnesses...
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    • car safety crash test crashed farewell hybrid mg zs mg zs hybrid+ post
    • Replies: 7
    • Forum: MG ZS Hybrid+ Forum
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    How many gears does the PHEV have?

    I'm getting an HS PHEV soon as a company car. I currently have a Skoda Octavia IV PHEV which has a 6 speed DSG gearbox, but it looks like the HS has a two or three speed box? Is this correct? How does it work?
  4. P

    MG ZS+ 1.5 Hybrid 2025

    Hi; about 2 weeks i have the new car, but the only big default is ; when you start to go to the highway... more then 120km/h the motor is loud... 4000 rpm...grr.. it's not really nice. It's i think because the battery is to low power...what is your opinion on this car... rest for the city is ok...
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    Steering Lock Related Problem

    My 2023 HS PHEV would not switch off or move yesterday with a warning sign related to Steering Lock displayed. After almost giving up, the problem disappeared and I was able to drive home. The car is now with my MG dealer. Has anyone else had this problem?
  6. K

    Shall I buy a HS PHEV

    My current car is sick, whilst it was getting some TLC I had a hire car. For the last 10 days I had a 2023 HS Hybrid Trophy. Whilst I wasnt keen on the dash or steerign wheel, the car really grew on me but the exterior felt a little dated. The I was walking through the supermarket car park...
  7. Cafeg

    O2 sensor

    We went up to auckland yesterday 120 kms away in my 2023 phev. On the way back the engine fault light came on. As it was yellow I kept going to home and went to the dealer this morning to have it checked. They tested it and found the O2 sensor was faulty.. Exactly the same as what happened one...
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    MG3 Hybrid + - Mudguards

    Hi. Is it possible to mount mudguards on the MG3 Hybrid +?
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    MG ZS hybrid+ bike rack/carrier/tow rack?

    Looking for advice on my best option please. I have a 2025 ZS+ hybrid, and a child who’s decided he likes riding his bike now! I have a bike rack/carrier (one you attach to the boot by straps) but I don’t know whether I can use it on this car, as the bike rack website doesn’t include any 2025...
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    Yellow battery gauge

    Can anyone advise why the battery level display has gone yellow instead of green?
    • bowfer
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    • ac battery battery indicator battery issue charging display electric electric vehicle hybrid indicator manoeuvring mg3 hybrid mg3 hybrid+ mg4 odd orange state of charge vehicle yellow
    • Replies: 314
    • Forum: MG4 EV Forum
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    MG ZS Hybrid noise steering wheel

    Hi everyone. I have a MG ZS Hybrid with a noisy steering wheel, especially when I start to drive. Does anyone had this issue?
    • Dima
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    • hybrid mg zs mg zs hybrid+ noise steering steering wheel wheel zs
    • Replies: 7
    • Forum: MG ZS Hybrid+ Forum
  12. RadfordJim

    New to MG3 Trophy Hybrid+

    Hi, I've just had a test drive and was hooked after 5 minutes! The dealer had a new Dynamic Red one in stock, so I've done the deal. It should be ready in a week, as I'm putting my personal plate on it. I've read the thread about split rear seat and rake adjust steering wheel. I didn't notice...
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    MGZS TROPHY ISSUE

    Hi. My MGZS + Trophy 2025 plate seems to make a louder engine noise when in HEV mode especially when climbing a slight incline. Is this normal. Never had a self charging hybrid before ?
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    My MG3 Hybrid+ doesn't use all gears?

    Hello! We have recently bought an MG3 Hybrid+ standard edition, and I'm absolutely loving it! However, I have some doubts that it may not be engaging properly in the highest gear. When accelerating up to 90km/h, the engine RPMs rise steadily from 2000 to 3000 and then drop to 2000 again at...
  15. K

    2024 PHEV in hybrid mode

    Hello! I just got the 2024 PHEV (the previous shape) a month back and have a few questions. I have very fondly read through the questions on this forum and appreciate the discussions. So I noticed that when driving in hybrid mode and the car makes the switch from motor to the engine at about...
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    Mg3 hybrid interior light assembly

    Hi, I was trying to change the bulbs in my interior light and I stupidly removed the entire assembly and not the light cover. I’ve now changed the bulbs but I cannot get the light assembly to slot back in fully. It will slot in on the side facing the SOS button but not facing the interior mirror...
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    2025 hs front parking sensors

    2025 hs phev front parking sensors Just pucked up new 2025 hs phev - really pleased, just one observation, I'm sure when we picked it up the front parking sensors automatically activated when in close proximity to an obstacle at the front of the car ie: when parking against a wall. Now the...
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    Wind deflectors for MG3 Hybrid+

    Hi all, I’ve had my new MG3 for a little over a week now and I’m loving it so far. Does anyone in the UK know where I can purchase a set of wind deflectors? The only place I can find is Heko but as they are based in the EU, shipping is almost as much as the deflectors, Would deflectors for...
    • dualloop
    • Thread
    • hybrid hybrid+ mg3 hybrid mg3 hybrid+ wind wind deflectors
    • Replies: 33
    • Forum: MG3 Hybrid+ Forum
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    MG ZS Hybrid + sat nav

    I took delivery of a new zs hybrid+ in March 25. I'm still very much getting used to it having gone from an old 07 Citroen Xsara Pcasso. I'm finding that when I'm stationary in my garage the sat nav thinks the vehicle is in a completely different street some 600yds away or more. I have HOME...
  20. Chinook

    Car insurance

    Hi everyone collecting my new Battersea Blue MG3 TROPHY on Thursday morning thought I would change my insurance over from my MG HS petrol to my MG3 rang my insurance company of many years Lloyd's and was shocked when they quoted over £1000 up from £500 for my HS I asked why such an increase they...
    • Chinook
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    • car insurance hybrid insurance mg3 hybrid+ new car retired
    • Replies: 12
    • Forum: MG3 Hybrid+ Forum
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