Electric & Hybrid

Whether you’re looking for a fun-to-drive city car, a practical hybrid car for the family or a capable hybrid van that doesn’t compromise on your business needs – you’ll find the right vehicle for you with the Ford Hybrid range. Our staff are trained and up to date with the current Electric & Hybrid range and are also knowledgeable about the exciting new models due to launch.

At Fordthorne there is a range of purchase options such as Ford Contract Hire or PCP, plus a wide variety of offers and deals available from our official Cardiff FordStore. Looking for a main dealer service? Check out our Service and MOT page for all bookings and current offers.

Electric & Hybrid Options Explained

Ford Electric

All Electric

All-electric vehicles run on battery power alone. Zero fuel. Zero emissions on the road. So, they’re better for the environment and, with government purchase incentives, reduced road tax and no penalties in some low emission zones, they’re good for your wallet too. No more trips to the pump. Fewer moving parts than traditional vehicles, meaning lower maintenance costs. Tax reductions, emission zone benefits, the list of savings goes on.

Ford Plug-In Hybrid

Plug-In Hybrid (PHEV)

Plug-in Hybrid Vehicles (PHEV) have all the functionality of full Hybrid technology, with the added advantage that they can be charged from an external electricity supply. The larger capacity of the battery makes them capable of zero-emissions while driving for ranges of up to 30 miles (50 kilometres), with the ability to switch to Hybrid mode to conserve battery life and to petrol or diesel-only for longer journeys.

Ford Hybrid

Hybrid (HEV)

As with Mild Hybrid (MHEV), these vehicles have an internal combustion engine, but they also have a larger battery and more powerful motor. This provides more assistance to the engine and enables the vehicle to drive parts of short journeys at low speeds using the electric motor alone. Thanks to the conventional engine, this can help improve driving range. This is because the vehicle is capable of using both battery and the internal combustion engine.

Ford Mild Hybrid

Mild Hybrid (MHEV)

The internal combustion engine is assisted by an electric motor. At low speed, or when stationary, the engine can switch itself off and the 48V starter-generator seamlessly restarts when needed. The separate 48V Li-ion battery is automatically recharged by regenerative braking during coasting and braking. There is no requirement to connect the battery to a power source.

Our Electric & Hybrid Vehicles

Ford Explorer

Explorer

All Electric

The ultimate all-electric SUV is here. Adventure ready. Iconic design. Fastcharging. With superior comfort and advanced driver assistance technology . TheExplorer. Redefine the meaning of adventure.

Mustang Mach-E

All Electric

Up to 600 km range on a single charge*, with instant torque and more horsepower than you might expect. Set aside any ideas about all-electric vehicles being less fun to drive and get ready to fall in love with driving all over again.

Ford Puma

MHEV

Human-centric design, stand-out styling, EcoBoost Hybrid efficiency. Ford Puma doesn’t seek your attention – with its sophisticated, electrified powertrain: it quietly demands it.

Ford Kuga

PHEV & FHEV

Wherever the destination, the  Ford Kuga Plug-in Hybrid uses two sources of power to get you there more efficiently than ever. An advanced electric powertrain lets you make shorter trips with zero emissions, and can charge anywhere you have access to mains.

Ford Focus 

MHEV

In addition to its range of powerful and efficient petrol and diesel engine, Ford Focus is also now available with an EcoBoost Hybrid. This hybrid powertrain boosts power, maximises efficiency and minimises emissions. And the exterior has been sculpted to create an athletic shape that cuts through the air with ease, improving efficiency even further.

Plug-In Charging Options

Home Charging

 Simply connect your vehicle to a standard domestic socket and leave it to charge. This isn’t the fastest way to charge the battery because of the limited power availability from household sockets. However, it doesn’t require the need for additional hardware and therefore represents a cost-effective and highly accessible method of recharging your plug-in vehicle.

Want to make charging your all-electric or plug-in hybrid vehicle at home as fast as possible? With the help of one of our expert partners, we can help you arrange the installation of a higher power wallbox at home. Ford’s Wallboxes offer faster charging times versus charging via conventional plug sockets, getting your all-electric or plug-in hybrid vehicle back on the road as soon as you need it.

Public and Destination Charging 

Across the range of our all-electric and plug-in hybrid vehicle portfolio, we will provide public charging cables either as standard or as an accessory depending on the model that’s right for you. This gives you the power to charge your Ford vehicle at any of the 100,000+ (and growing!) charge points across Europe – so you can be sure we’ve got you covered.

Ford is also one of the founders of one of Europe’s fastest growing Charging networks: IONITY. IONITY will offer All-Electric Ford drivers market leading Charging speeds at a discounted price.

Charging Made Easy 

With the FordPass App on your phone, you’ll never have to worry about whether your electric vehicle is charged or not. Simply open the FordPass app to check the state of your electric battery and whether it needs Charging before your next journey.

We’re also working in partnership with NewMotion, who are building Europe’s largest public Charging network. This partnership allows you, through your smartphone, to find out where the nearest public Charging points are, how to get there and how much it will cost to fully charge your Plug-in Hybrid or electric car or van. On your All-Electric Ford vehicle you can also find out which public charge points fall on your scheduled journey – meaning you can charge your electric vehicle on-the-go without compromising your current route.

Charging options available

Learn about the 3 main charging options and how they work for all Electric & Hybrid vehicles.

Electric & Hybrid explained

Learn more about the 4 main Electric and Hybrid engines and how they are powered.