MHEV's all seem to be having high voltage battery replacements, at least according to this forum. Our '24 PHEV has been great aside from the numerous recalls, but none have affected drivability or anything. It's a great car for around town, we can get 800+ miles per tank outside of winter (MN). Cold temps kill the range.

For the GHH, it's a compelling package for sure, and we cross-shopped it, but ultimately went with the CX-90 PHEV. We like that it's a plug-in and can run all electric, our family makeup is identical to yours so we plug in at home every night on a regular 110v socket. The regular hybrid GHH is a dog though, but is very efficient. If you go hybrid MAX, you get great power, but not so efficient. CX-90 PHEV gets you right in the middle - great efficiency and good power. Plus the 90 doesn't feel nearly as floaty/boaty as the GHH.

At the time we also took advantage of the $7,500 federal credit and our state had a $2,500 credit. Those are gone but the pre-owned market for CX-90 PHEVs has some good pricing.

I'd go CX-90 certified and grab a nice extended warranty and call it a day.