EBRO’s cheapest plug-in hybrid evolves: new design, greater comfort, and physical controls for the air conditioner
16/10/2026 13:00
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16/10/2026 13:00
The EBRO s700 PHEV is the smallest and most affordable plug-in hybrid SUV from EBRO, the historic Spanish brand that has returned to the market by manufacturing cars at Nissan’s former plant in Barcelona’s Free Zone. The company has just released its usual annual refresh (MY2027), an update that doesn’t change the mechanical aspects but does alter the design, interior, and features.
It’s not a completely new model but rather a minor revision. Still, it brings a feature that many drivers have been asking for: the climate control system now uses real buttons instead of a touchscreen. Additionally, EBRO adds more details inside and outside the car to keep this key model in its lineup up to date.
A more square appearance with more black accents
Exteriorly, the most noticeable change is on the front grille, which features a square-shaped design. The roof rails and mirrors are now in bright black, while the trim on pillars B and C is in matte textured black.
The door sills also have a darker finish. The result is a more uniform appearance with a slightly sportier vibe. The configurator still offers the same color palette. There are no changes to the design of the 18-inch wheels either.
A more practical interior with physical controls
Inside, the ceiling turns black, there are new matte decorative elements, and the center console has been redesigned. In the Luxury trim, the sport seats are now completely black.
The most useful new feature is in the climate control system. The previous touch screen has been replaced with physical buttons, which is helpful while driving as it allows temperature adjustment without taking eyes off the road for too long. The control panel also adopts a black finish.
More comfort in the Luxury trim
The top-of-the-line version adds a heated steering wheel, a heated windshield, and an electrically adjustable passenger seat in six directions. These features will be particularly noticeable on cold winter mornings.
EBRO also announces that, through upcoming over-the-air updates, the s700 will allow drivers to create custom profiles. Each user will be able to save their settings for driving aids, regenerative braking level, solar roof, ambient lighting, sound, or display, and retrieve them later.
The same plug-in hybrid setup
The powertrain remains unchanged. The s700 PHEV continues to combine a 1.5 TGDI gasoline engine with an electric motor, delivering a combined power of 279 horsepower. The brand claims up to 90 kilometers of electric range and a total driving range of up to 1,200 kilometers. For charging, it features chargers with up to 40 kW in DC and up to 6 kW in AC, allowing it to recharge its 18.4 kWh battery capacity in just over 3 hours using a standard household outlet.
Prices and Launch
It’s a sensible update, focused on the aspects that matter most in everyday use. The downside is that EBRO has not yet announced the prices for the MY2027 version or when it will reach dealerships, so we’ll have to wait to see if the additional features increase the car’s cost. In a recent marketing campaign, the plug-in version of the S700 is priced at 26,990 euros with government subsidies and included commercial terms. The improvements introduced should not result in a significant change to the pricing policy.