The Best Electric Cars of the Year
Electric cars are practical, comfortable, and quiet. But which one should you buy if you don’t want a Tesla? We help you with a short list.
Mercedes-Benz B-Class: This small hatchback is powered by a 132-kilowatt electric motor and a 28kWh Li-ion battery that generates 174hp and 251 lb-ft of torque. On a full charge, it has a range of 87 miles.
Mitsubishi i-MiEV: This is a fun, small electric car. It has rear-wheel drive and uses a 49-kilowatt electric motor and a 16kWh Li-ion battery that generates 66hp and 145 lb-ft of torque. Its estimated range is 59 miles on a full charge.
Mercedes-Benz B250e: This five-seater hatchback is powered by a 132-kilowatt electric motor and a 28kWh Li-ion battery that generates 177hp and 251lb-ft of torque. It will go 87 miles on a full charge and accelerate from 0 to 60mph in 7.9 seconds.
Ford Focus Electric: This is a feature-rich electric hatchback with a comfortable cabin, heated front seats, and dual-zone automatic temperature controls. It is powered by a 107 kilowatt motor with a 33.5kWh Li-ion battery generating 143hp and 184lb-ft of torque. Its estimated range is 115 miles.
Chevrolet Spark EV: This cute, compact, four-passenger EV is easy to drive and has a fun personality. It runs off a 105-kilowatt electric motor and an 18.4kWh Li-ion battery that gives it an estimated range of 82 miles.
BMW i3: This is one of the best EVs to buy. It’s a subcompact, stylish, and sporty EV with a 42kWh battery that goes 153 miles on a full charge. There’s also an optional 0.6L two-cylinder gas generator range extender available as an option that pushes its range to 200 miles.
Chevrolet Bolt EV: This sleek EV offers a lot of space, features, and driving range. It has a 200hp electric motor and a 60kWh battery that allows it a range of 238 miles. It also has generous cargo space so you can take real road trips in this EV.
Nissan Leaf: This quiet and comfy EV uses a 110-kilowatt engine with a 40kWh Li-ion battery that’s good for 147hp, 236lb-ft of torque and 150 miles. More power options are available.
