To address the first point, consider the Porsche Cayenne. As we found out during our Porsche Cayenne S E-Hybrid review, the spotlight has been cast on electric performance – now and for the foreseeable future.īefore purists get too red in the face, it’s worth keeping two things in mind: 1) Porsche has, in fact, been working toward this electrified future for quite some time, and (2) though the equipment powering its road cars may change, there’s nothing to indicate the brand’s focus on performance will shift in the slightest. News that the German luxury manufacturer will pull out of Le Mans and enter Formula E – an all-electric racing series – represents much more than a motor sport shuffle. However, its look won’t be for everyone.Reduced cargo capacity due to battery placement Its Eco model ranks as the all-time most fuel-efficient gasoline-powered car without plug-in capability being very reliable and cheap to run adds to the Prius’s charm. The Prius has been around since 1997, and has been refined through the years. The fact that its hybrid specs are some of the best around, makes it even better.ĬO2 rating: 49g/km 5 Toyota Prius hatchback The interior is comfortable and stylish and its performance is the same as other models in the C Class, but you will have to sacrifice some boot space, as the battery pack reduces it by 145 litres.Īlthough it’s not very affordable for most of us, the XC90 T8 is one of the greatest sports utility vehicles on the market. A whopping 600Nm of torque means the c350e is a rapid cruiser. With the Mercedes slogan, quality German engineering is a guarantee. It costs less than the e-tron though, and runs just as well.Įngine: 1.4L 150 PS TSI direct-injection petrol engine and a 102 PS electric motor. However, it’s pricier than the usual turbo Golf and drives slower than its predecessor when the volts run out. The GTE is VW’s first plug-in hybrid, and they’ve done a very good job with it. Its roomy and comfortable interior makes it a good choice for a family car.Įngine: 1.4L petrol engine and electric motor Using both the motor and engine gives the e-tron decent speed and acceleration, so you don’t have to worry about the battery weighing it down. With big range potential, the e-tron performs just like the A3 would, but you save money on running costs, and help out the environment. An optional range extender adds up to 300km with help from an engine.Īcceleration 0-60mph: 7.2 seconds Top five hybrid vehicles 1 Audi A3 sportback e-tron It’s expensive, but has all the BMW brilliance and driving dynamics to make up for it. It’s made of lightweight materials including carbon-fibre and aluminium, so the heavy battery doesn’t compromise driveability. The i3 was conceived entirely from scratch, rather than using previous BMW cars as a template. It scored full marks in crash testing by Euro NCAP though, and comes with stability control, so it’s one of the safest for your family.Īcceleration 0-62mph: 11.5 seconds 5 BMW i3 hatchback Plus, the doors open like the DeLorean from ‘Back to the Future’, which will give you extra ‘cool’ points.Ī decent family hatchback, the Nissan Leaf is cheap in the electric car market, but it’s still expensive when you compare it to its petrol siblings. Incredible acceleration, range and style you’ll be looking good while saving the planet. One of the most expensive electric cars, the Tesla Model X comes with everything you’d expect from the price tag. However, it has a limited range and is more expensive than the everyday car.Īcceleration 0-62mph: 9.9 seconds 3 Tesla Model X SUV Looking more sophisticated than its rivals, the Hyundai Ioniq is spacious enough for the family, and comes with a special climate control system, regenerative brakes and an aerodynamic body. It’s also one of the cheapest to purchase, and has a significantly longer range than most other electric models.Īcceleration 0-62mph: 13.5 seconds 2 Hyundai IONIQ Electric With its low running costs and easy drive, the Renault Zoe hatchback is one of the most appealing electric vehicles on the market today. Top five electric vehicles 1 Renault ZOE Hatchback
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