Mild hybrid vehicles

Mild hybrid electric vehicles (MHEVs) use a battery-powered electric motor alongside a conventional petrol or diesel engine to improve efficiency and reduce emissions^{When compared with non-hybrid engines}, with no need to plug in.

Why choose a mild hybrid?

A person sitting next to a silver Ford Puma mild hybrid car.

The electric motor's assistance reduces demand on the engine, helping to improve fuel economy^{When compared with non-hybrid engines}.

A red Ford Focus mild hybrid car driving through a tunnel.

There's no need to find a charging point, as regenerative braking charges the battery as you drive.

An interior view of a Ford mild hybrid car, including steering wheel and automatic gear stick.

It feels just like driving a conventional vehicle, but with a more responsive engine and improved efficiency^{When compared with non-hybrid engines}.

How does a mild hybrid work?

Mild hybrids combine an electric motor and 48-volt battery with a petrol engine. The electric motor seamlessly integrates with the engine and uses stored energy to provide extra torque.

The system monitors usage to determine when to use or charge the battery. Energy is stored in the 48-volt battery, ready to supplement the petrol engine.

Our mild hybrid range

The small mild hybrid SUV built for city life.

Discover Puma

The mild hybrid family car you know and love.

Discover Focus

Your mild hybrid questions, answered

Can a mild hybrid car drive on electric power only?

No, a mild hybrid electric vehicle (MHEV) uses a battery-powered electric motor alongside a conventional petrol or diesel engine to improve efficiency and reduce emissions^{When compared with non-hybrid engines}. They don't charge from an external power source.

How does a mild hybrid engine work?

The petrol engine is assisted by an electric motor. At low speed, or when stationary, the engine can switch itself off and seamlessly restart when needed. The battery is automatically recharged by regenerative braking.

How does regenerative braking work?

All Ford mild hybrid vehicles use regenerative braking technology. The system captures energy that’s usually lost when braking and feeds it back to the battery, helping to maximise range.

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