The conflict in Iran has increased fuel costs, making electric vehicles more appealing to British drivers.

Hybrid cars use both fossil fuels and electric power. They offer a compromise between traditional and electric vehicles.

Some hybrid cars allow electric-only driving in town and long journeys without running out of charge.

Hybrid cars are a practical choice for environmentally friendly driving with peace of mind about distance capability.

Auto Express specialists ranked the best hybrid SUVs, considering their features and performance.

The BMW X3 30e xDrive is the top pick, starting at £58,500, and can serve as both a family car and a driver's car.

The BMW X3 hybrid won the top spot.

The BMW X3 has good ride quality, handling, and infotainment, with a smooth powertrain combining a petrol engine and electric motor.

The BMW X3 was ranked first, but its appearance and material quality were criticized, and the steering was found to be light and lacking feedback. The Nissan Qashqai e-Power came in second.

The Qashqai has been around for about 20 years and the new model starts at £34,860, praised for its powertrain, ride quality, and technology.

The Nissan Qashqai came in second place.

The Qashqai lost points for its transmission, smaller boot, and low-speed issues, but was still ranked second.

The Dacia Bigster Hybrid came in third, with pricing starting at £25,215, offering excellent value and generous space.

The Dacia Bigster took third place.

The Bigster Hybrid has good value, space, and a well-regarded powertrain, similar to the BMW and Nissan, but has issues with ride comfort at low speeds.

The testers noted that Dacia is known for making practical cars with great value, and the Bigster Hybrid follows this trend.

For a more luxurious hybrid SUV experience, buyers may want to consider other manufacturers.