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Strong and silent: best electric 4x4s of 2026
When you hear the term ‘4x4’ you probably think of something rugged, high-riding and mud-plugging. Not the sleek, futuristic image that comes to mind when you think of electric cars - but while there are very few electric cars that can do serious off-roading, there are a great many that come with four-wheel drive.
Adding four-wheel drive to an electric car is simply a case of bolting another motor onto the axles, and you’ll often find it used on top-spec versions to add performance and kudos. That said, a couple of models do have genuine off-road clout, whether they’re a classic reborn for the electric era like the Mercedes G-Class Electric or a sports car given a rugged makeover such as the Porsche Taycan Cross Turismo.
Whether they’re better suited to the wilds of Borneo or the Waitrose in Basildon, the Carwow reviews team has tested every electric 4x4 on sale in the UK and put together this list to help you figure out which is the best to buy. You can also check out our favourite 4x4s regardless of powertrain, or if you’re less interested in 4WD but still want a high-up driving position and rugged look, read about our favourite electric SUVs.
Best for: electric car supremacy
The four-wheel drive version of the BMW iX3 is called the 50 xDrive, and it has one particularly impressive headline number - 500 miles to a charge.
Of course, in reality you probably won’t see that sort of range, but for long-distance drivers this is still one of the best electric cars you can buy, definitely capable of outlasting the driver on a long-distance haul - you’ll want to stop for a loo break long before the car is out of juice.
Having four-wheel drive in this scenario is mostly for improved performance, as this is a really powerful EV with impressive acceleration, but BMW has a lot of experience with dual-motor electric cars and so you can count on it to get you out of a slippery situation or muddy field - even if the low ground clearance and road-biased tyres mean you’re probably not going to take it rock-crawling any time soon.
There’s a lot more to recommend the iX3 than just its electric powertrain. It features BMW’s ‘Panoramic iDrive’, a dashboard comprised of a big infotainment screen and a full-width strip across the base of the windscreen that holds customisable instrumentation. It’s cool to look at, loaded with information, and surprisingly easy to use given how high-tech it is.
The rest of the car is just very practical for everyday life. There’s a decent boot, plenty of rear legroom, comfortable seats and of course that headline range. Don’t forget the charging speed, either - while the battery may be ginormous, it’ll take up to 400kW from a suitably powerful public charger, so stops to top up are short.
You can save yourself £7,000 going for the two-wheel drive version of this car, but that also has a smaller battery and less range. We reckon it’s worth springing for the big one, enjoying electric four-wheel drive power.
The four-wheel drive version of the BMW iX3 is called the 50 xDrive, and it has one particularly impressive headline number - 500 miles to a charge.
Of course, in reality you probably won’t see that sort of range, but for long-distance drivers this is still one of the best electric cars you can buy, definitely capable of outlasting the driver on a long-distance haul - you’ll want to stop for a loo break long before the car is out of juice.
Having four-wheel drive in this scenario is mostly for improved performance, as this is a really powerful EV with impressive acceleration, but BMW has a lot of experience with dual-motor electric cars and so you can count on it to get you out of a slippery situation or muddy field - even if the low ground clearance and road-biased tyres mean you’re probably not going to take it rock-crawling any time soon.
There’s a lot more to recommend the iX3 than just its electric powertrain. It features BMW’s ‘Panoramic iDrive’, a dashboard comprised of a big infotainment screen and a full-width strip across the base of the windscreen that holds customisable instrumentation. It’s cool to look at, loaded with information, and surprisingly easy to use given how high-tech it is.
The rest of the car is just very practical for everyday life. There’s a decent boot, plenty of rear legroom, comfortable seats and of course that headline range. Don’t forget the charging speed, either - while the battery may be ginormous, it’ll take up to 400kW from a suitably powerful public charger, so stops to top up are short.
You can save yourself £7,000 going for the two-wheel drive version of this car, but that also has a smaller battery and less range. We reckon it’s worth springing for the big one, enjoying electric four-wheel drive power.
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2. Hyundai Ioniq 9
Hyundai Ioniq 9 review
Battery range up to 385 miles
Best for: comfortable cruising
The Ioniq 9’s Volvo-estate-goes-cyberpunk looks don’t really scream ‘off-roading’, but it’s certainly big, powerful and beefy enough to tackle the occasional bit of rough stuff. All but the base-spec ‘Premium’ car are twin-motor, all-wheel drive as standard, and while they’re nothing miraculous off-road, on the tarmac the Ioniq 9 is so good that we named it ‘Comfortable Cruiser’ in the 2026 Carwow Car of the Year awards.
The Ioniq’s massive interior is a seriously relaxing place to be. If you’re up front, you get a big open area with loads of glass and plenty of storage for your bits and bobs. The second row can be had with either a three-seater bench or a pair of sumptuous captains’ chairs, and behind that there’s even a third row making this a six- or seven-seater car.
Near-silence at motorway speeds and soft, forgiving suspension means that the Ioniq 9 is an extremely relaxing place to spend lots of time, whether you’re the driver or one of the passengers. You can tackle some proper road trips, too, as the longest-range all-wheel drive model can cover up to 372 miles on a charge.
With a high-tech yet easy-to-use dashboard, loads of space, and impressive performance for such a large, heavy car, the Hyundai Ioniq 9 is a really impressive EV whether you get the rear-wheel drive version or the all-wheel drive model.
The Ioniq 9’s Volvo-estate-goes-cyberpunk looks don’t really scream ‘off-roading’, but it’s certainly big, powerful and beefy enough to tackle the occasional bit of rough stuff. All but the base-spec ‘Premium’ car are twin-motor, all-wheel drive as standard, and while they’re nothing miraculous off-road, on the tarmac the Ioniq 9 is so good that we named it ‘Comfortable Cruiser’ in the 2026 Carwow Car of the Year awards.
The Ioniq’s massive interior is a seriously relaxing place to be. If you’re up front, you get a big open area with loads of glass and plenty of storage for your bits and bobs. The second row can be had with either a three-seater bench or a pair of sumptuous captains’ chairs, and behind that there’s even a third row making this a six- or seven-seater car.
Near-silence at motorway speeds and soft, forgiving suspension means that the Ioniq 9 is an extremely relaxing place to spend lots of time, whether you’re the driver or one of the passengers. You can tackle some proper road trips, too, as the longest-range all-wheel drive model can cover up to 372 miles on a charge.
With a high-tech yet easy-to-use dashboard, loads of space, and impressive performance for such a large, heavy car, the Hyundai Ioniq 9 is a really impressive EV whether you get the rear-wheel drive version or the all-wheel drive model.
Best for: clever features
The Skoda Enyaq is getting on a bit in years now, but it’s still our favourite of its closely-related sibling cars - namely, the Volkswagen ID4 and Audi Q4 e-tron. It’s the least ostentatious (well, assuming you avoid the gaudy illuminated grille), the most practical, and the most comfortable - and you can get an all-wheel drive model if you go one-down from the top level and opt for the Enyaq 85x Sportline.
The 85 signals it’s fitted with the largest battery - 82kWh - while ‘x’ refers to the dual motors and all-wheel drive. Sportline is the trim level, bringing a beefy bodykit and big alloy wheels - none of which are particularly conducive to off-roading, but do help the big Skoda to stand out.
On the road, the Enyaq is comfortable, quiet and more than quick enough with the added performance from the extra motor. It’s still capable of an official range of 356 miles, too, which is great for a car as big and spacious as this.
Space is a real highlight. There’s a ton of legroom and headroom, while the massive 585-litre boot is super-practical for families. The nicest things are the ‘Simply Clever’ touches integrated throughout. The umbrella hidden in the door, the ice scraper in the boot door and the funnel to make filling your washer fluid easier are all tiny things that make a big difference.
The Skoda Enyaq is getting on a bit in years now, but it’s still our favourite of its closely-related sibling cars - namely, the Volkswagen ID4 and Audi Q4 e-tron. It’s the least ostentatious (well, assuming you avoid the gaudy illuminated grille), the most practical, and the most comfortable - and you can get an all-wheel drive model if you go one-down from the top level and opt for the Enyaq 85x Sportline.
The 85 signals it’s fitted with the largest battery - 82kWh - while ‘x’ refers to the dual motors and all-wheel drive. Sportline is the trim level, bringing a beefy bodykit and big alloy wheels - none of which are particularly conducive to off-roading, but do help the big Skoda to stand out.
On the road, the Enyaq is comfortable, quiet and more than quick enough with the added performance from the extra motor. It’s still capable of an official range of 356 miles, too, which is great for a car as big and spacious as this.
Space is a real highlight. There’s a ton of legroom and headroom, while the massive 585-litre boot is super-practical for families. The nicest things are the ‘Simply Clever’ touches integrated throughout. The umbrella hidden in the door, the ice scraper in the boot door and the funnel to make filling your washer fluid easier are all tiny things that make a big difference.
4. Kia EV9
Kia EV9 review
Battery range up to 349 miles
Best for: carrying the kids, the dog and the kitchen sink
If sheer interior volume and versatility is high on your list of 4x4 priorities, then the four-wheel drive version of the Kia EV9 might be the be-all and end-all of electric SUVs you should try. It’s so good, in fact, that it won the ‘Outstanding EV’ category of the 2025 Carwow Car of the Year awards.
And while it may not have the same badge appeal as its German alternatives, the EV9 certainly stands out on the road thanks to its futuristic exterior. It’s a genuinely usable seven-seater, and Kia has had to give it XXL proportions to fit everyone in comfortably.
Combine that with Kia’s space-age design features and the EV9 has the iX licked on the Star-Wars-o-meter. And much like the Millennium Falcon, there’s lots and lots of storage space inside the EV9, and plenty of room for passengers across all three rows.
It doesn’t quite have the degree of poshness as some of its alternatives, but the EV9’s interior feels suitably sturdy. There’s a slick triple-display screen setup perched on the broad, chunky-looking dashboard, but it’s a shame that material quality isn’t quite on par with some of its alternatives.
All EV9s are equipped with the same, enormous battery, and four-wheel drive models offer up to 313 miles of range; enough to undertake family road trips with minimal range anxiety, and really make the most of the interior real estate the EV9 has to offer.
And it’s rather comfortable on the move, if a little crashy over sharp bumps and large potholes, but generally, the EV9 does a good job of ironing out most road imperfections - especially at motorway speeds.
In town, you can never escape the fact that the EV9 really is enormous, but 360-degree cameras and light steering do take some of the load off. It’s far from at home on a twisty road, and its size can be rather disconcerting on a narrow country lane, but the EV9 does manage to be fun if you hit some wider corners.
If sheer interior volume and versatility is high on your list of 4x4 priorities, then the four-wheel drive version of the Kia EV9 might be the be-all and end-all of electric SUVs you should try. It’s so good, in fact, that it won the ‘Outstanding EV’ category of the 2025 Carwow Car of the Year awards.
And while it may not have the same badge appeal as its German alternatives, the EV9 certainly stands out on the road thanks to its futuristic exterior. It’s a genuinely usable seven-seater, and Kia has had to give it XXL proportions to fit everyone in comfortably.
Combine that with Kia’s space-age design features and the EV9 has the iX licked on the Star-Wars-o-meter. And much like the Millennium Falcon, there’s lots and lots of storage space inside the EV9, and plenty of room for passengers across all three rows.
It doesn’t quite have the degree of poshness as some of its alternatives, but the EV9’s interior feels suitably sturdy. There’s a slick triple-display screen setup perched on the broad, chunky-looking dashboard, but it’s a shame that material quality isn’t quite on par with some of its alternatives.
All EV9s are equipped with the same, enormous battery, and four-wheel drive models offer up to 313 miles of range; enough to undertake family road trips with minimal range anxiety, and really make the most of the interior real estate the EV9 has to offer.
And it’s rather comfortable on the move, if a little crashy over sharp bumps and large potholes, but generally, the EV9 does a good job of ironing out most road imperfections - especially at motorway speeds.
In town, you can never escape the fact that the EV9 really is enormous, but 360-degree cameras and light steering do take some of the load off. It’s far from at home on a twisty road, and its size can be rather disconcerting on a narrow country lane, but the EV9 does manage to be fun if you hit some wider corners.
Best for: pure electric poshness
Forget the divisive looks for a second, because the BMW iX is so good in so many ways that its design will be the last thing on your mind when you’re driving it. Plus, you can’t see it from the inside…
From the outside, it’s either a perfectly modern, agreeable SUV with funky lines and sharp creases, or it’s a mess. Either way, you’re sure to turn heads on the move. A 2025 update did include a mild nip and tuck to the upright nose, which has made it look slightly less beaverish.
The interior is a masterclass though, and while you can’t specify the enormous SUV as a seven-seater, you do get miles of space for all of your passengers, plus it’s loaded with tech and plush materials inside. From the seamless 12.3-inch and 14.9-inch infotainment/driver’s display screen combo to the mix of fabrics and soft-touch materials throughout the cabin, the iX really does feel like a car of the future.
It may not be as big inside as a Kia EV9 or carry as many people around as a Volvo EX90, but the iX is all the car you’d need for a family of three or four. Plus, its EV capabilities give it some serious brownie points.
Forget the divisive looks for a second, because the BMW iX is so good in so many ways that its design will be the last thing on your mind when you’re driving it. Plus, you can’t see it from the inside…
From the outside, it’s either a perfectly modern, agreeable SUV with funky lines and sharp creases, or it’s a mess. Either way, you’re sure to turn heads on the move. A 2025 update did include a mild nip and tuck to the upright nose, which has made it look slightly less beaverish.
The interior is a masterclass though, and while you can’t specify the enormous SUV as a seven-seater, you do get miles of space for all of your passengers, plus it’s loaded with tech and plush materials inside. From the seamless 12.3-inch and 14.9-inch infotainment/driver’s display screen combo to the mix of fabrics and soft-touch materials throughout the cabin, the iX really does feel like a car of the future.
It may not be as big inside as a Kia EV9 or carry as many people around as a Volvo EX90, but the iX is all the car you’d need for a family of three or four. Plus, its EV capabilities give it some serious brownie points.
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6. Porsche Taycan Cross Turismo
Porsche Taycan Cross Turismo review
Battery range up to 330 miles
It may be a four-wheel drive, electric estate-car, but the Porsche Taycan Cross Turismo is a Porsche through and through.
Though high-riding is a bit of a stretch, as the Cross Turismo sits only 20mm higher than its Sport Turismo and saloon stable mates. That means you still have a sleek, svelte, low roofline and classic Porsche curves, but now they’re paired with some chunky body cladding.
The interior is no different to the regular Taycan, which is no bad thing. It’s a proper tech-fest, with a central infotainment display set into the dashboard above a portrait-oriented climate control screen and a digital instrument binnacle that mimics the classic Porsche ‘seven dial’ gauge cluster.
It’s fairly spacious too, with low-set seats providing room for four adults with little discomfort, though tall rear occupants will feel a little claustrophobic on a long drive. There’s a small frunk to go with the decently sized boot, too.
Range is broadly the same across Taycan models, but 4S Cross Turismo will travel the furthest on a charge at a claimed 379 miles. This drops down to 369 miles in the Turbo model, but in the real world you’re unlikely to see much difference.
You won’t feel bad roads disrupting your driving experience much either, as the air suspension does a bang-up job of smoothing out rough roads both in town and on the motorway. It’s about as much fun as you can have in a big, heavy EV on a country lane, too.
Though high-riding is a bit of a stretch, as the Cross Turismo sits only 20mm higher than its Sport Turismo and saloon stable mates. That means you still have a sleek, svelte, low roofline and classic Porsche curves, but now they’re paired with some chunky body cladding.
The interior is no different to the regular Taycan, which is no bad thing. It’s a proper tech-fest, with a central infotainment display set into the dashboard above a portrait-oriented climate control screen and a digital instrument binnacle that mimics the classic Porsche ‘seven dial’ gauge cluster.
It’s fairly spacious too, with low-set seats providing room for four adults with little discomfort, though tall rear occupants will feel a little claustrophobic on a long drive. There’s a small frunk to go with the decently sized boot, too.
Range is broadly the same across Taycan models, but 4S Cross Turismo will travel the furthest on a charge at a claimed 379 miles. This drops down to 369 miles in the Turbo model, but in the real world you’re unlikely to see much difference.
You won’t feel bad roads disrupting your driving experience much either, as the air suspension does a bang-up job of smoothing out rough roads both in town and on the motorway. It’s about as much fun as you can have in a big, heavy EV on a country lane, too.
7. Mercedes G-Class Electric
Mercedes-Benz G-Class Electric review
Battery range up to 291 miles
Best for: going absolutely anywhere
Yes you’ve read that right, you don’t have to have a G-Class in super-thirsty AMG 63 trim or with an old-fashioned diesel engine; you can now opt for your rectangular German behemoth with an electric powertrain under the skin.
While you may not hear it coming the next county over as you do with a V8 under the bonnet, the G-Class Electric is unmistakably the same car from the outside. It oozes road presence, with the EV-specific blanked-off grille and gloss black bumper details adding a futuristic twist to the venerable boxy shape.
The interior is much the same as the regular G-Class too, aside from some Electric-specific graphics in the driver display, blue ambient lighting and an additional storage cubby in place of the centre-console clock. That means lashings of leather, great all-round visibility and a retro-tastic grab-handle on the dashboard.
Being so boxy means the G-Class Electric has loads of headroom and legroom inside for all passengers, and while the 555-litre boot is notably smaller than the regular G-Class, the cable storage box in lieu of a spare tyre is a handy touch.
Its electric credentials aren’t quite as impressive as you might expect from a car that costs far north of £100,000, because while it has a whopping great 116kWh battery, you’ll struggle to get close to the claimed 285 mile range. Understandably, it’s hard to be efficient while driving a bungalow.
The G-Class Electric’s real power move is that it’s lost none of its off-road ability by ditching its combustion engines. With the ability to send varying power to each wheel individually, meaning maximum power to the wheel which has the most grip, this might well be the most capable Mercedes off-roader you can buy.
Add to that its comfortable on-road manners, dispatching of bumps and motorway dips with ease. Don’t expect sports-car levels of grip and level cornering on a country lane, but for prowling the posh local high street and taking the family skiing, the G-Class Electric is a hugely capable beast.
Yes you’ve read that right, you don’t have to have a G-Class in super-thirsty AMG 63 trim or with an old-fashioned diesel engine; you can now opt for your rectangular German behemoth with an electric powertrain under the skin.
While you may not hear it coming the next county over as you do with a V8 under the bonnet, the G-Class Electric is unmistakably the same car from the outside. It oozes road presence, with the EV-specific blanked-off grille and gloss black bumper details adding a futuristic twist to the venerable boxy shape.
The interior is much the same as the regular G-Class too, aside from some Electric-specific graphics in the driver display, blue ambient lighting and an additional storage cubby in place of the centre-console clock. That means lashings of leather, great all-round visibility and a retro-tastic grab-handle on the dashboard.
Being so boxy means the G-Class Electric has loads of headroom and legroom inside for all passengers, and while the 555-litre boot is notably smaller than the regular G-Class, the cable storage box in lieu of a spare tyre is a handy touch.
Its electric credentials aren’t quite as impressive as you might expect from a car that costs far north of £100,000, because while it has a whopping great 116kWh battery, you’ll struggle to get close to the claimed 285 mile range. Understandably, it’s hard to be efficient while driving a bungalow.
The G-Class Electric’s real power move is that it’s lost none of its off-road ability by ditching its combustion engines. With the ability to send varying power to each wheel individually, meaning maximum power to the wheel which has the most grip, this might well be the most capable Mercedes off-roader you can buy.
Add to that its comfortable on-road manners, dispatching of bumps and motorway dips with ease. Don’t expect sports-car levels of grip and level cornering on a country lane, but for prowling the posh local high street and taking the family skiing, the G-Class Electric is a hugely capable beast.
8. Polestar 3
Polestar 3 review
Battery range up to 438 miles
Best for: being cool and comfortable
Polestar may still be a brand in its infancy when compared to most others on this list, but the flagship Polestar 3 is right up there with the big German brands in terms of desirability and road presence.
It’s one of the sleekest-looking luxury SUVs on sale, with huge wheels and a wide, squat stance - yet a super sleek, low roofline. Think of the Polestar 3 as a half-way house between a traditional SUV and a coupe, yet it manages to look like nothing else on the road at the same time.
The interior is just as minimalistic as the exterior too, with a pair of crisp displays on the simple dashboard. One for the driver and one large ‘floating’ portrait-oriented infotainment screen. It’s a shame the infotainment screen is so fiddly to use, though, as there are a lot of menus to navigate.
Interior space is good, especially up front, while in the back the Polestar 3 isn’t quite as capacious as the Kia EV9, but that’s to be expected with such a rakish roofline. The boot is smaller than a lot of its SUV alternatives too.
A huge battery gives the four-wheel drive Long range Dual motor version up to 395 miles on a charge, while Performance pack cars can only go as far as 352 miles. Still, that’s a lot of distance to a charge, making the Polestar 3 a bona fide road trip-able car.
Add to that the pillow-soft ride on Dual motor cars, a quiet cabin at high speeds and genuine fun in the corners and the Polestar 3 makes a solid case for itself.
Polestar may still be a brand in its infancy when compared to most others on this list, but the flagship Polestar 3 is right up there with the big German brands in terms of desirability and road presence.
It’s one of the sleekest-looking luxury SUVs on sale, with huge wheels and a wide, squat stance - yet a super sleek, low roofline. Think of the Polestar 3 as a half-way house between a traditional SUV and a coupe, yet it manages to look like nothing else on the road at the same time.
The interior is just as minimalistic as the exterior too, with a pair of crisp displays on the simple dashboard. One for the driver and one large ‘floating’ portrait-oriented infotainment screen. It’s a shame the infotainment screen is so fiddly to use, though, as there are a lot of menus to navigate.
Interior space is good, especially up front, while in the back the Polestar 3 isn’t quite as capacious as the Kia EV9, but that’s to be expected with such a rakish roofline. The boot is smaller than a lot of its SUV alternatives too.
A huge battery gives the four-wheel drive Long range Dual motor version up to 395 miles on a charge, while Performance pack cars can only go as far as 352 miles. Still, that’s a lot of distance to a charge, making the Polestar 3 a bona fide road trip-able car.
Add to that the pillow-soft ride on Dual motor cars, a quiet cabin at high speeds and genuine fun in the corners and the Polestar 3 makes a solid case for itself.
9. Lotus Eletre
Lotus Eletre review
Battery range up to 373 miles
Best for: a posh alternative to the norm
If you still think of Lotus as a manufacturer of niche, pretty little sports cars, think again. The Eletre is Lotus’s way of sticking it to the big, posh, European brands in the SUV market.
It’s a behemoth, for starters; brash with bold lines and an enormous grille spanning its front end. The Eletre isn’t a particularly handsome beast, but it’s certainly got a lot of road presence, and the interior more than makes up for the questionable exterior.
There’s a sea of soft, supple materials around you in the Eletre, all tied together by a genuinely interesting design and with loads of room. The infotainment is slick and responsive, with well laid-out menus, and on a more practical note the 688-litre boot is cavernous.
The entry-level 600 model has 603hp and a range of up to 373 miles, while the range topping 900 car has a frankly ridiculous 900hp and range of 319 miles. It’s hugely inefficient though, and you’ll struggle to get anywhere near Lotus’s claimed ranges.
It’s comfortable, though a bit unwieldy, around town, and the Eletre feels most at home cruising on the motorway. Country lanes are remarkably fun for such an enormous car, but you can’t help but feel conscious of the big SUV’s size on a narrow twisty road, which is a shame considering Lotus was famous for designing lightweight cars.
If you still think of Lotus as a manufacturer of niche, pretty little sports cars, think again. The Eletre is Lotus’s way of sticking it to the big, posh, European brands in the SUV market.
It’s a behemoth, for starters; brash with bold lines and an enormous grille spanning its front end. The Eletre isn’t a particularly handsome beast, but it’s certainly got a lot of road presence, and the interior more than makes up for the questionable exterior.
There’s a sea of soft, supple materials around you in the Eletre, all tied together by a genuinely interesting design and with loads of room. The infotainment is slick and responsive, with well laid-out menus, and on a more practical note the 688-litre boot is cavernous.
The entry-level 600 model has 603hp and a range of up to 373 miles, while the range topping 900 car has a frankly ridiculous 900hp and range of 319 miles. It’s hugely inefficient though, and you’ll struggle to get anywhere near Lotus’s claimed ranges.
It’s comfortable, though a bit unwieldy, around town, and the Eletre feels most at home cruising on the motorway. Country lanes are remarkably fun for such an enormous car, but you can’t help but feel conscious of the big SUV’s size on a narrow twisty road, which is a shame considering Lotus was famous for designing lightweight cars.
10. Peugeot E-5008
Peugeot E-5008 review
Battery range up to 413 miles
Best for: sensible family practicality
Peugeot holds a unique place in the electric 4x4 world, because not only is the E-5008 relatively affordable - it’s a proper seven-seater, too.
And it looks like little else on sale, bar for its smaller E-3008 counterpart. A broad, intricate grille flanked by striking LED running lights and sharp creases all over the E-5008’s body give it a distinctive appearance.
The interior is just as funky, with the wrap-around dashboard covered in light-coloured fabric and a clever use of ambient lighting. You get a super-widescreen display across the top of the dashboard housing the infotainment and driver instruments, and while it’s fairly easy to use it’s a shame there aren’t any physical shortcut buttons.
There’s loads and loads of room though, both front and back, with plenty of storage for odds and ends and comfortable seats. With the third-row of seats folded away the E-5008 has an enormous 915-litre boot, but even with all seven seats in place there’s as much boot space as in a small hatchback.
Dual-motor, four-wheel drive E-5008s have 325hp and a claimed range of 289 miles, and you should be able to see around 80% of that in real world mixed conditions.
Peugeot has tuned their big SUV for comfort, and the E-5008 makes bad roads feel good as new with minimal noise and no harsh vibrations making their way into the cabin. Motorways are almost entirely wind noise-free, but twisty roads are best taken at a moderate pace.
Peugeot holds a unique place in the electric 4x4 world, because not only is the E-5008 relatively affordable - it’s a proper seven-seater, too.
And it looks like little else on sale, bar for its smaller E-3008 counterpart. A broad, intricate grille flanked by striking LED running lights and sharp creases all over the E-5008’s body give it a distinctive appearance.
The interior is just as funky, with the wrap-around dashboard covered in light-coloured fabric and a clever use of ambient lighting. You get a super-widescreen display across the top of the dashboard housing the infotainment and driver instruments, and while it’s fairly easy to use it’s a shame there aren’t any physical shortcut buttons.
There’s loads and loads of room though, both front and back, with plenty of storage for odds and ends and comfortable seats. With the third-row of seats folded away the E-5008 has an enormous 915-litre boot, but even with all seven seats in place there’s as much boot space as in a small hatchback.
Dual-motor, four-wheel drive E-5008s have 325hp and a claimed range of 289 miles, and you should be able to see around 80% of that in real world mixed conditions.
Peugeot has tuned their big SUV for comfort, and the E-5008 makes bad roads feel good as new with minimal noise and no harsh vibrations making their way into the cabin. Motorways are almost entirely wind noise-free, but twisty roads are best taken at a moderate pace.
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How to choose the best electric 4x4 for you?
How tough do you need it to be?
For day-to-day security and stability in bad weather conditions then any of the cars on the list will get you where you need to go with ease, so long as the going doesn’t get too rough. If you regularly find yourself driving on country tracks or you have some proper off-roading to do, then you’ll be hard pressed to find a better electric 4x4 than the Mercedes G-Class. There are very few terrains it can’t handle.
Size
Given the depth and breadth of the 4x4 market these days, there’s a car out there to suit everybody’s needs. If you live in town or in a tight rural area, something small such as the Volvo EX30 Cross Country or Audi Q4 e-tron might be ideal. If you need maximum space inside then a Kia EV9 or BMW iX might be the best choices.
Cost
The poshest, biggest electric 4x4s are shockingly expensive, no pun intended. For a fully-equipped Mercedes G-Class Electric in a posh colour you’ll be knocking on for well over £170k, with a top-spec Eletre not far behind. You could buy three Peugeot E-5008s for that much money, with change to spare, and you can’t fit seven people in either the Lotus or Mercedes.
