Best electric cars 2026
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Best electric cars for sale in 2026
The best electric cars are as varied in range as they are in body style and price, which is a great thing because it means that there’s a model to suit everybody. Not only that, but EVs are now properly good to drive, too.
And we’re not just talking about the posh, expensive examples such as the Volvo EX60 and Mercedes C-Class Electric, either. There are a brace of small electric hatchbacks which can hold their own against the big SUVs and saloon cars - such as the MG4 Urban and Renault 5 E-Tech.
Our expert reviews team have comprehensively tested every electric car on sale in real-world scenarios to bring you this list of the ten best you can buy:
1. Volvo EX60
Volvo EX60 review
Battery range up to 503 miles
Best for: understated luxury and massive electric range
The Volvo EX60 is a large, highly practical electric family SUV which makes range anxiety on long road trips a thing of the past. It looks fantastic, the interior is lovely to behold - though the lack of buttons can be annoying - and it’s super spacious, too.
In classic Volvo fashion, the EX60 takes a minimalist approach to its styling. The classy, grille-free front end is flanked by headlights with a cool ‘Thor’s Hammer’ design. It’s certainly more handsome than the overly fussy Mercedes GLC. The side profile is clean and sophisticated, even if the rear end is a bit generic by comparison.
Inside, the cabin features a two-tiered dashboard and excellent material quality throughout, highlighted by the supremely comfortable seats. As is the current trend, physical buttons have been largely abandoned in favour of a central touchscreen. While this can be annoying on the move, the Google-integrated software is snappy, and handy on-screen shortcuts keep the more important functions just a tap (or two) away.
Passenger space is fantastic across both rows, with rear occupants in particular treated to vast legroom. It’s ideal for bulky child seats thanks to easily accessible ISOFIX points, while the boot is generously sized with useful underfloor storage, near-enough matching the BMW iX3 for luggage capacity. There’s a handy front boot, too.
The EX60 truly shines when it comes to covering distance. The entry-level 80kWh battery delivers up to 385 miles of range, while the massive 112kWh unit pushes that figure to a staggering 503 miles between charges. Better yet, ultra-fast DC charging speeds of up to 370kW mean a 10-to-80% top-up takes just 18 minutes.
On the road, the Volvo’s sheer dimensions and thick pillars create large blind spots making it feel quite imposing and slightly stressful to thread through tight city traffic. It is, however, hugely comfortable both in town and at motorway speeds. Throw it down a twisty road and it lacks the outright agility of the BMW iX3, but as a cosseting long-range family hauler, the EX60 is exceptionally tough to fault.
The Volvo EX60 is a large, highly practical electric family SUV which makes range anxiety on long road trips a thing of the past. It looks fantastic, the interior is lovely to behold - though the lack of buttons can be annoying - and it’s super spacious, too.
In classic Volvo fashion, the EX60 takes a minimalist approach to its styling. The classy, grille-free front end is flanked by headlights with a cool ‘Thor’s Hammer’ design. It’s certainly more handsome than the overly fussy Mercedes GLC. The side profile is clean and sophisticated, even if the rear end is a bit generic by comparison.
Inside, the cabin features a two-tiered dashboard and excellent material quality throughout, highlighted by the supremely comfortable seats. As is the current trend, physical buttons have been largely abandoned in favour of a central touchscreen. While this can be annoying on the move, the Google-integrated software is snappy, and handy on-screen shortcuts keep the more important functions just a tap (or two) away.
Passenger space is fantastic across both rows, with rear occupants in particular treated to vast legroom. It’s ideal for bulky child seats thanks to easily accessible ISOFIX points, while the boot is generously sized with useful underfloor storage, near-enough matching the BMW iX3 for luggage capacity. There’s a handy front boot, too.
The EX60 truly shines when it comes to covering distance. The entry-level 80kWh battery delivers up to 385 miles of range, while the massive 112kWh unit pushes that figure to a staggering 503 miles between charges. Better yet, ultra-fast DC charging speeds of up to 370kW mean a 10-to-80% top-up takes just 18 minutes.
On the road, the Volvo’s sheer dimensions and thick pillars create large blind spots making it feel quite imposing and slightly stressful to thread through tight city traffic. It is, however, hugely comfortable both in town and at motorway speeds. Throw it down a twisty road and it lacks the outright agility of the BMW iX3, but as a cosseting long-range family hauler, the EX60 is exceptionally tough to fault.
2026
Family Values Award
Highly Commended
Battery range up to 375 miles
Best for: kinda cheap and really good
The EV3 is one of the smallest in Kia’s range of electric cars, sitting underneath the EV5 and above the dinky EV2 in size. It offers loads of interior space and futuristic styling while being comfortable to drive with plenty of range, but the entry-level cars feel cheap inside and the beeps and bongs might drive you mad.
Its looks may not be to everyone’s tastes, but there’s no denying the EV3 is a head-turning little thing thanks to the upright headlights, tail lights which sprawl across the rear end and lashings of black body cladding - which are glossy on the upper trim levels.
The interior is a model of common sense, with physical buttons for the functions you use most and a pair of big screens featuring easy to understand interfaces. Its square, tall body gives ample room for four six-foot adults and the boot is a generous 460 litres - bigger than a Volvo EX30, Smart #1 or Renault Megane E-Tech.
You do, however, get penalised by going for the cheapest ‘Air’ model, with plush interior materials swapped out for hard, scratchy plastic, which is a shame. However, none of these factors detract from the EV3’s remarkable value.
The smaller of the two available batteries has an official range of 270 miles, which is more than enough for most people’s daily use with plenty to spare. Step up to the larger battery, though, and the official range leaps up to a fantastic 375 miles - a figure in line with much more expensive cars. It’s a shame a heat pump is only available as an optional extra on the top-spec version, though.
The maximum charge rate is 128kW, which will top it up from 10-80% in about 30 minutes - but Kia’s larger cars can manage twice that speed, making the most of super-fast chargers.
Kia has also made the EV3 pretty good to drive. That high seating position makes it easy to peer through traffic in town, where the EV3 is also pretty agile. It’s comfortable on the motorway, too, and suitably planted on a twisting road. Is it pretty? No, but the EV3 is pretty hard to fault, too.
The EV3 is one of the smallest in Kia’s range of electric cars, sitting underneath the EV5 and above the dinky EV2 in size. It offers loads of interior space and futuristic styling while being comfortable to drive with plenty of range, but the entry-level cars feel cheap inside and the beeps and bongs might drive you mad.
Its looks may not be to everyone’s tastes, but there’s no denying the EV3 is a head-turning little thing thanks to the upright headlights, tail lights which sprawl across the rear end and lashings of black body cladding - which are glossy on the upper trim levels.
The interior is a model of common sense, with physical buttons for the functions you use most and a pair of big screens featuring easy to understand interfaces. Its square, tall body gives ample room for four six-foot adults and the boot is a generous 460 litres - bigger than a Volvo EX30, Smart #1 or Renault Megane E-Tech.
You do, however, get penalised by going for the cheapest ‘Air’ model, with plush interior materials swapped out for hard, scratchy plastic, which is a shame. However, none of these factors detract from the EV3’s remarkable value.
The smaller of the two available batteries has an official range of 270 miles, which is more than enough for most people’s daily use with plenty to spare. Step up to the larger battery, though, and the official range leaps up to a fantastic 375 miles - a figure in line with much more expensive cars. It’s a shame a heat pump is only available as an optional extra on the top-spec version, though.
The maximum charge rate is 128kW, which will top it up from 10-80% in about 30 minutes - but Kia’s larger cars can manage twice that speed, making the most of super-fast chargers.
Kia has also made the EV3 pretty good to drive. That high seating position makes it easy to peer through traffic in town, where the EV3 is also pretty agile. It’s comfortable on the motorway, too, and suitably planted on a twisting road. Is it pretty? No, but the EV3 is pretty hard to fault, too.
2026
Family Values Award
Highly Commended
Battery range up to 370 miles
Best for: Interior space to exterior size
Forget flashy styling and pointless performance figures; the Skoda Elroq is one of the best electric family cars on sale because it focuses squarely on what matters. It takes the proven formula of the larger Enyaq and packages it into a more compact, city-friendly footprint, though it doesn’t feel all that premium inside.
The exterior is handsome enough, if a bit bland. Up front there’s a blanked-off panel that joins up the slim LED headlights while hiding the driver assistance cameras and radar sensors. Crisp body creases give it a clean, modern look, but don’t expect it to stand out in your local supermarket car park.
Inside, the cabin shares almost all of its design with the Enyaq. Soft-touch dashboard fabrics lift the ambience and cleverly disguise some harder plastics, while a row of physical shortcut buttons beneath the responsive central touchscreen keep some of the key settings easy to reach.
Cabin space is generous, with legroom and headroom both front and rear. True to form, Skoda includes several thoughtful ‘Simply Clever’ touches, such as an umbrella stowed in the driver’s door and a parcel-shelf net that keeps charging cables stashed out of the way. The 470-litre boot features a flat loading floor and handy storage recesses behind the wheel arches.
The core ‘60’ model features a 58kWh battery for up to 278 miles to a charge, while the long-range ‘85’ version extends that to an impressive 370 miles between charges - hot on the heels of the Kia EV3. With 175kW DC charging speeds, a 10-to-80% top-up takes under 30 minutes.
On the road, the Skoda prioritises comfort over sportiness. The suspension effortlessly irons out harsh potholes and speed bumps around town - though it can be wallowy at times - while light steering makes urban manoeuvres almost effortless. At higher speeds it settles into a quiet, refined motorway cruise. You won’t get much excitement on a twisty back road, but for smooth, hassle-free family transport, you can’t complain about the Elroq.
Forget flashy styling and pointless performance figures; the Skoda Elroq is one of the best electric family cars on sale because it focuses squarely on what matters. It takes the proven formula of the larger Enyaq and packages it into a more compact, city-friendly footprint, though it doesn’t feel all that premium inside.
The exterior is handsome enough, if a bit bland. Up front there’s a blanked-off panel that joins up the slim LED headlights while hiding the driver assistance cameras and radar sensors. Crisp body creases give it a clean, modern look, but don’t expect it to stand out in your local supermarket car park.
Inside, the cabin shares almost all of its design with the Enyaq. Soft-touch dashboard fabrics lift the ambience and cleverly disguise some harder plastics, while a row of physical shortcut buttons beneath the responsive central touchscreen keep some of the key settings easy to reach.
Cabin space is generous, with legroom and headroom both front and rear. True to form, Skoda includes several thoughtful ‘Simply Clever’ touches, such as an umbrella stowed in the driver’s door and a parcel-shelf net that keeps charging cables stashed out of the way. The 470-litre boot features a flat loading floor and handy storage recesses behind the wheel arches.
The core ‘60’ model features a 58kWh battery for up to 278 miles to a charge, while the long-range ‘85’ version extends that to an impressive 370 miles between charges - hot on the heels of the Kia EV3. With 175kW DC charging speeds, a 10-to-80% top-up takes under 30 minutes.
On the road, the Skoda prioritises comfort over sportiness. The suspension effortlessly irons out harsh potholes and speed bumps around town - though it can be wallowy at times - while light steering makes urban manoeuvres almost effortless. At higher speeds it settles into a quiet, refined motorway cruise. You won’t get much excitement on a twisty back road, but for smooth, hassle-free family transport, you can’t complain about the Elroq.
2026
Urban Living Award
Winner
Battery range up to 259 miles
Best for: retro, stylish design
One of our favourite small cars on sale, the Renault 5 not only looks awesome but it’s great to drive and it’s a genuinely desirable small electric car - all while being properly affordable, too. Shame the back seats are so tight.
If one drives past you at speed you’ll think you’ve stepped back in time, because the Renault 5 really does resemble its predecessor of the 1970s. The boxy silhouette and light shapes have been brought bang-up to date, while swollen arches and big wheels give the little Renault a lot of road presence.
There are plenty of interior details that nod back to the old Renault 5, too. The two-tier dashboard and body-hugging seats are old-school in a good way, and the upholstery is great to the touch. The Google-based infotainment system is better than you’ll find in most small cars, so much so that you don’t need to rely on the standard-fit Apple CarPlay or Android Auto.
It’s easy to get comfortable up front, but the back seats leave a lot to be desired. The boot, however, is generously sized at 326 litres.
The Evolution base model comes with a small 40kWh battery, which returns a claimed 190-mile range to a charge. Shell out a bit more for the Techno+ trim level or above and you get a larger 52kWh battery, for 252 miles of range.
It’s not just style over substance, as the Renault 5 isn’t only comfortable and refined around town and on the motorway, but it’s great fun and a properly good performer on a country lane.
One of our favourite small cars on sale, the Renault 5 not only looks awesome but it’s great to drive and it’s a genuinely desirable small electric car - all while being properly affordable, too. Shame the back seats are so tight.
If one drives past you at speed you’ll think you’ve stepped back in time, because the Renault 5 really does resemble its predecessor of the 1970s. The boxy silhouette and light shapes have been brought bang-up to date, while swollen arches and big wheels give the little Renault a lot of road presence.
There are plenty of interior details that nod back to the old Renault 5, too. The two-tier dashboard and body-hugging seats are old-school in a good way, and the upholstery is great to the touch. The Google-based infotainment system is better than you’ll find in most small cars, so much so that you don’t need to rely on the standard-fit Apple CarPlay or Android Auto.
It’s easy to get comfortable up front, but the back seats leave a lot to be desired. The boot, however, is generously sized at 326 litres.
The Evolution base model comes with a small 40kWh battery, which returns a claimed 190-mile range to a charge. Shell out a bit more for the Techno+ trim level or above and you get a larger 52kWh battery, for 252 miles of range.
It’s not just style over substance, as the Renault 5 isn’t only comfortable and refined around town and on the motorway, but it’s great fun and a properly good performer on a country lane.
Battery range up to 256 miles
Best for: cavernous electric passenger space
The Kia PV5 Passenger is here to remind you that the traditional MPV still makes total sense in an era dominated by family SUVs. It can’t go all that far on a charge, however, and the interior feels pretty cheap and van-like.
That’s not surprising as it’s a twin to the PV5 panel van, but its tall, slab-sided silhouette features distinctly modern touches such as the intricate LED light ‘blades’ at the front with concealed lower headlights.
Inside, those commercial vehicle roots show through hard-wearing plastics, but build quality feels properly robust. A 12.9-inch touchscreen handles infotainment duties, though having to dive through various sub menus to tweak settings is frustrating on the move. Cubby space is outstanding, featuring multi-tiered door pockets, a huge centre console, a roomy glovebox and an integrated, pull-out drawer.
Passenger accommodation is where the PV5 stands out. The five-seat configuration gives rear occupants palatial legroom and towering headroom, alongside an mighty 1,330-litre boot. The seven-seater version adopts a staggered middle row, leaving an open walkway to easily access the three-seat rear bench.
The entry-level model has a 183-mile range, while posher versions get a larger battery and are capable of 256 miles to a full charge.
Around town the featherweight steering, excellent visibility and comfy suspension make negotiating congested streets pretty painless. The upright shape, however, makes for noticeable wind noise at motorway speeds. Quick bends on a country lane bring out some noticeable body roll, but as an unapologetically cavernous and functional family transport solution, the PV5 Passenger excels.
The Kia PV5 Passenger is here to remind you that the traditional MPV still makes total sense in an era dominated by family SUVs. It can’t go all that far on a charge, however, and the interior feels pretty cheap and van-like.
That’s not surprising as it’s a twin to the PV5 panel van, but its tall, slab-sided silhouette features distinctly modern touches such as the intricate LED light ‘blades’ at the front with concealed lower headlights.
Inside, those commercial vehicle roots show through hard-wearing plastics, but build quality feels properly robust. A 12.9-inch touchscreen handles infotainment duties, though having to dive through various sub menus to tweak settings is frustrating on the move. Cubby space is outstanding, featuring multi-tiered door pockets, a huge centre console, a roomy glovebox and an integrated, pull-out drawer.
Passenger accommodation is where the PV5 stands out. The five-seat configuration gives rear occupants palatial legroom and towering headroom, alongside an mighty 1,330-litre boot. The seven-seater version adopts a staggered middle row, leaving an open walkway to easily access the three-seat rear bench.
The entry-level model has a 183-mile range, while posher versions get a larger battery and are capable of 256 miles to a full charge.
Around town the featherweight steering, excellent visibility and comfy suspension make negotiating congested streets pretty painless. The upright shape, however, makes for noticeable wind noise at motorway speeds. Quick bends on a country lane bring out some noticeable body roll, but as an unapologetically cavernous and functional family transport solution, the PV5 Passenger excels.
2026
Family Values Award
Winner
Battery range up to 423 miles
Best for: a comfortable family car
The Citroen e-C5 Aircross might just be the most sensible electric SUV on sale - not that you’d tell from its funky styling. It’s full of standard kit at an affordable price, and it’s very comfortable and spacious, too. It does, however, feel a bit cheap inside.
The Citroen really does look like a premium offering, with quirky details on its chunky, rugged-looking exterior. From its slender headlights and low roofline to the brilliant fin-mounted tail lights, you’d think this was a far more expensive car.
The cabin is equally funky to behold, with a shapely, two-tiered dashboard and a tall 13.0-inch infotainment system which extends out from the centre console. There are a lot of hard, scratchy plastics, however, and the clunky infotainment software does remind you that the Citroen is built to a price.
At least it’s hugely spacious, both front and back, with more than enough room for six-foot adults to sit behind one another. A 565-litre boot puts the e-C5 Aircross in line with other, similarly-sized SUVs, with some handy under-floor storage space to boot.
There are two battery options available, with 321 miles of range in the entry level ‘Comfort Range’ version, while the Long Range car can travel an impressive 420 miles from a full charge.
The e-C5 Aircross is a very soothing way to travel around, especially in town where its soft suspension does a stellar job of ironing out lumps, bumps and broken sections of road. It’s even more comfortable on the motorway and surprisingly agile on a twisty road - even if it wallows about over bumpy corners.
The Citroen e-C5 Aircross might just be the most sensible electric SUV on sale - not that you’d tell from its funky styling. It’s full of standard kit at an affordable price, and it’s very comfortable and spacious, too. It does, however, feel a bit cheap inside.
The Citroen really does look like a premium offering, with quirky details on its chunky, rugged-looking exterior. From its slender headlights and low roofline to the brilliant fin-mounted tail lights, you’d think this was a far more expensive car.
The cabin is equally funky to behold, with a shapely, two-tiered dashboard and a tall 13.0-inch infotainment system which extends out from the centre console. There are a lot of hard, scratchy plastics, however, and the clunky infotainment software does remind you that the Citroen is built to a price.
At least it’s hugely spacious, both front and back, with more than enough room for six-foot adults to sit behind one another. A 565-litre boot puts the e-C5 Aircross in line with other, similarly-sized SUVs, with some handy under-floor storage space to boot.
There are two battery options available, with 321 miles of range in the entry level ‘Comfort Range’ version, while the Long Range car can travel an impressive 420 miles from a full charge.
The e-C5 Aircross is a very soothing way to travel around, especially in town where its soft suspension does a stellar job of ironing out lumps, bumps and broken sections of road. It’s even more comfortable on the motorway and surprisingly agile on a twisty road - even if it wallows about over bumpy corners.
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7. Tesla Model 3
Tesla Model 3 review
Battery range up to 344 miles
Best for: tech-heads
The Tesla Model 3 combines cutting-edge software with impressive efficiency and buckets of interior space. The screen-only cabin appeals to tech lovers, but it will put others off as it looks really rather plain.
On the outside, at least, the styling is crisp and aerodynamic. The low, sharp front end is flanked by slender headlights which lead back to a swooping glass roofline, giving the car a sporty stance on the road - even if the sides and tail look a touch plain.
Inside, the cabin takes minimalism to the extreme. The dashboard is completely bare, with virtually every vehicle control routed through the central touchscreen - right down to the air vents, windscreen wipers and even the drive selector.
While most touch-only setups can frustrate, Tesla's software is lightning-fast and remarkably intuitive - once you’ve got used to it. Passenger room is generous, easily accommodating tall adults and bulky child seats, and the massive 594-litre luggage capacity impresses with a deep load space and a handy front boot, too.
The standard model uses a 63kWh battery for an official 332-mile range, with 175kW charging making for a 10-to-80% top-up in 30 minutes. Higher-spec variants push range beyond 430 miles.
Behind the wheel, the Model 3 is surprisingly sporty. It’s pretty stiff and bumpy over broken city streets, but refined high-speed cruising makes it an effortless long-distance companion. The lane-keep assist cruise control is poor, but on the flipside, the Model 3 is fun on a twisty road - especially in supercar-baiting Performance guise.
The Tesla Model 3 combines cutting-edge software with impressive efficiency and buckets of interior space. The screen-only cabin appeals to tech lovers, but it will put others off as it looks really rather plain.
On the outside, at least, the styling is crisp and aerodynamic. The low, sharp front end is flanked by slender headlights which lead back to a swooping glass roofline, giving the car a sporty stance on the road - even if the sides and tail look a touch plain.
Inside, the cabin takes minimalism to the extreme. The dashboard is completely bare, with virtually every vehicle control routed through the central touchscreen - right down to the air vents, windscreen wipers and even the drive selector.
While most touch-only setups can frustrate, Tesla's software is lightning-fast and remarkably intuitive - once you’ve got used to it. Passenger room is generous, easily accommodating tall adults and bulky child seats, and the massive 594-litre luggage capacity impresses with a deep load space and a handy front boot, too.
The standard model uses a 63kWh battery for an official 332-mile range, with 175kW charging making for a 10-to-80% top-up in 30 minutes. Higher-spec variants push range beyond 430 miles.
Behind the wheel, the Model 3 is surprisingly sporty. It’s pretty stiff and bumpy over broken city streets, but refined high-speed cruising makes it an effortless long-distance companion. The lane-keep assist cruise control is poor, but on the flipside, the Model 3 is fun on a twisty road - especially in supercar-baiting Performance guise.
8. Mercedes C-Class Electric
Mercedes-Benz C-Class Electric review
Battery range up to 452 miles
Best for: an upmarket interior
The Mercedes C-Class Electric is a posh saloon car with an ultra-plush cabin, impressive electric range and loads of clever tech on board, but the screen-heavy dashboard can be overwhelming and it is pretty expensive to buy.
There’s more than a passing resemblance to the GLC Electric SUV in its bold styling. The front end is dominated by an upright, illuminated front grille and three-pointed star motifs in the lights at both ends. Head turning, yes, but for the right reasons? We’re not so sure.
Inside, the dashboard has been taken over by digital displays. Entry-level models feature three separate screens, while top-spec variants boast the continuous 39.1-inch 'Hyperscreen'. The software responds quickly and graphics are sharp, though the sheer volume of touch-sensitive functions is overwhelming.
Plush surfaces give the cabin a properly luxurious vibe, even if a few hard plastics and flimsy interior door handles let the side down slightly.
Practicality is a mixed picture. While rear legroom is generous, the underfloor battery pushes the floor up, raising rear passengers' knees, and the panoramic glass roof restricts ultimate headroom. The 470-litre is down on a Tesla Model 3, though a clever front frunk opens conveniently with a press of the front grille emblem.
Under the skin, a 94kWh battery delivers an official 473-mile claimed range on the dual-motor model, with 330kW fast-charging replenishing 10 to 80% in 22 minutes.
Especially when fitted with the optional air suspension, the C-Class Electric glides over bumps almost as well as an S-Class, while also being near-silent on the motorway. It’s pretty capable on a county lane, but the electric Merc isn't exactly fun.
The Mercedes C-Class Electric is a posh saloon car with an ultra-plush cabin, impressive electric range and loads of clever tech on board, but the screen-heavy dashboard can be overwhelming and it is pretty expensive to buy.
There’s more than a passing resemblance to the GLC Electric SUV in its bold styling. The front end is dominated by an upright, illuminated front grille and three-pointed star motifs in the lights at both ends. Head turning, yes, but for the right reasons? We’re not so sure.
Inside, the dashboard has been taken over by digital displays. Entry-level models feature three separate screens, while top-spec variants boast the continuous 39.1-inch 'Hyperscreen'. The software responds quickly and graphics are sharp, though the sheer volume of touch-sensitive functions is overwhelming.
Plush surfaces give the cabin a properly luxurious vibe, even if a few hard plastics and flimsy interior door handles let the side down slightly.
Practicality is a mixed picture. While rear legroom is generous, the underfloor battery pushes the floor up, raising rear passengers' knees, and the panoramic glass roof restricts ultimate headroom. The 470-litre is down on a Tesla Model 3, though a clever front frunk opens conveniently with a press of the front grille emblem.
Under the skin, a 94kWh battery delivers an official 473-mile claimed range on the dual-motor model, with 330kW fast-charging replenishing 10 to 80% in 22 minutes.
Especially when fitted with the optional air suspension, the C-Class Electric glides over bumps almost as well as an S-Class, while also being near-silent on the motorway. It’s pretty capable on a county lane, but the electric Merc isn't exactly fun.
9. Geely EX5
Geely EX5 review
Battery range up to 280 miles
Best for: value-for-money equipment
The Geely EX5 is a big electric SUV for the price of a much smaller car. The interior is full of useful standard kit and plush materials, but the range isn’t great and it could be more comfy in town.
Still, the cabin interior punches well above its price point with premium, upholstered surfaces, solid build quality and a crisp 15.4-inch touchscreen with handy steering wheel shortcut keys. Space up front is great and rear legroom is practically palatial, but the 410-litre boot is down on similarly-sized alternatives.
There are two batteries to choose from, with range varying from 267 miles in standard trim to 280 miles in the top spec model. At least the 160kW charging makes for some pretty reasonable top-up speeds.
Behind the wheel, the EX5 is easy to drive. The suspension smooths out broken road surfaces - though it jolts you around over speed humps. It smooths out on the motorway, but the Geely won’t deliver any sort of driving thrills if you point it down a country lane.
The Geely EX5 is a big electric SUV for the price of a much smaller car. The interior is full of useful standard kit and plush materials, but the range isn’t great and it could be more comfy in town.
Still, the cabin interior punches well above its price point with premium, upholstered surfaces, solid build quality and a crisp 15.4-inch touchscreen with handy steering wheel shortcut keys. Space up front is great and rear legroom is practically palatial, but the 410-litre boot is down on similarly-sized alternatives.
There are two batteries to choose from, with range varying from 267 miles in standard trim to 280 miles in the top spec model. At least the 160kW charging makes for some pretty reasonable top-up speeds.
Behind the wheel, the EX5 is easy to drive. The suspension smooths out broken road surfaces - though it jolts you around over speed humps. It smooths out on the motorway, but the Geely won’t deliver any sort of driving thrills if you point it down a country lane.
10. MG4 Urban
MG MG4 Urban review
Battery range up to 258 miles
Best for: outrageous interior space
The MG4 Urban is an affordable electric hatchback with a frankly ridiculous amount of cabin space in a small footprint. It feels quite cheap inside, though that’s to be expected given its low price.
While it borrows some styling details from the sporty Cyberster - like the neat headlights and sporty bumper intakes - its tall roofline and tiny wheels leave the overall silhouette looking slightly awkward and slab-sided.
Inside, scratchy plastics give away the cost-cutting, but everything feels solidly bolted together. The infotainment system is easy to operate and features a handy row of physical shortcut buttons for key cabin functions.
Practicality is where the MG4 Urban truly shines. Four six-footers can sit in total comfort, while the gargantuan 577-litre boot shames many larger, more expensive family SUVs.
You can pick between two battery sizes: an entry-level 43kWh item for a modest 201 miles of range, or a larger 54kWh version which pushes that figure up to 258 miles.
The Urban is at its best in town. Featherweight steering makes for easy manoeuvres while the supple suspension dispatches potholes with ease. It feels pretty slow when heading out onto the motorway, and there’s noticeable body lean through twisty country bends. For space and sensibility on a budget, however, it’s hard to beat.
The MG4 Urban is an affordable electric hatchback with a frankly ridiculous amount of cabin space in a small footprint. It feels quite cheap inside, though that’s to be expected given its low price.
While it borrows some styling details from the sporty Cyberster - like the neat headlights and sporty bumper intakes - its tall roofline and tiny wheels leave the overall silhouette looking slightly awkward and slab-sided.
Inside, scratchy plastics give away the cost-cutting, but everything feels solidly bolted together. The infotainment system is easy to operate and features a handy row of physical shortcut buttons for key cabin functions.
Practicality is where the MG4 Urban truly shines. Four six-footers can sit in total comfort, while the gargantuan 577-litre boot shames many larger, more expensive family SUVs.
You can pick between two battery sizes: an entry-level 43kWh item for a modest 201 miles of range, or a larger 54kWh version which pushes that figure up to 258 miles.
The Urban is at its best in town. Featherweight steering makes for easy manoeuvres while the supple suspension dispatches potholes with ease. It feels pretty slow when heading out onto the motorway, and there’s noticeable body lean through twisty country bends. For space and sensibility on a budget, however, it’s hard to beat.
Factors to consider when buying an EV
Budget
Work out how you'll finance the purchase and what you can afford for monthly payments. Additionally, remember to factor in charging and insurance costs to get a complete picture of the total expenses.
Charging
The cost of public charging can be quite high so to keep costs down install a home charger and switch to an EV-friendly electricity tariff. If that's not an option, be aware that relying on public chargers could make running an EV more expensive than a petrol car.
Range
For most drivers, an EV's range will be sufficient, especially if you can charge at home for shorter trips. However, if you're a high-mileage driver, you'll want to choose a car with a larger battery for a longer range, which will be more expensive.
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Electric car FAQs
There are lots of people who are open to the idea of an electric car as their next car, but many still have unanswered questions about what making that transition will actually mean for them on a day-to-day basis. Where and when do I charge it? Will it be safe? Will running an electric car actually work out any cheaper in the long run? Will it actually be any better for the environment?
Read on for answers to all those questions and more, to see whether electric motoring really is for you.
