These EVs Will Turn Even The Staunchest Petrol Heads
Electric vehicles are hardly the niche choice they once were. Today's EV market is full of variety, from pickup trucks to sports cars, fitting the needs of every kind of driver. Modern electric cars offer impressive ranges, speed, convenience, and sleek designs that make them serious competitors to traditional gas-powered vehicles. Here are 20 of the best ones giving petrol vehicles a run for their money.
1. Hyundai Ioniq 6
The Ioniq 6 is a fully-electric sedan built on Hyundai’s 800-volt e-GMP platform (shared with the Ioniq 5 and other EVs). It has a strong electric range, charges fast, is smooth to drive, and is perfect for daily commutes, all for a reasonable price tag.
2. Tesla Model Y
The Tesla Model Y is a fully electric compact crossover SUV that quickly became one of the most popular EVs worldwide since its launch. It's essentially a Model 3 upscaled to include more cargo space and with more advanced technology.
3. Volkswagen ID.Buzz
The ID.Buzz is an all-electric reinterpretation of the beloved VW Bus. It uses many of the same elements of the iconic retro design, but is equipped with an all-electric engine and modern technology.
4. Porsche Taycan
If you think a Porsche without petrol would be missing something, think again. The Taycan is Porsche's first all-electric sports car, and it's a massive success. It blends the automaker's legendary performance with sustainable design.
5. Rolls-Royce Spectre
The Rolls-Royce Spectre is the brand's first fully-electric production vehicle. It's instantly recognizable and blends in seamlessly to Rolls-Royce's iconic lineup, with all the opulent features you'd expect, but with a fully electric 577-horsepower engine.
6. Kia EV9
The EV9 is Kia's flagship EV. It delivers the spaciousness and comfort of an SUV but with an all-electric engine and a unique, boxy design. It's loaded with cutting-edge tech and sustainable, recycled materials.
7. BMW iX
The iX is a fully electric mid-size luxury SUV, and one of the top-rated models in its class. It's stylish, built on BMW's legendary engineering, and offers a competitive range and charging speed.
8. Chevrolet Equinox EV
The Equinox is part of GM's push into the electric market. It's a highly practical compact SUV offering impressive range, a spacious interior, and a modern infotainment system.
9. Kia Niro EV
The Niro is Kia's all-electric SUV, celebrated for its practicality, range, and comfortable interior. It offers a smooth, quiet ride, and the base trim is less than $40,000.
10. Hyundai Kona Electric
Hyundai certainly knows how to make a great EV. The Kona Electric is one of the highest-rated SUVs in its class, offering solid range, a sleek design, and great value.
11. Nissan Ariya
The Nissan Ariya is the perfect EV for city and suburban drivers. It's quiet, boasts a great range, and has plenty of high-tech features with a comfortable, lounge-like interior.
12. Ford F-150 Lightning
What a time we're living in that the typical gas-guzzling pickup truck now comes with zero emissions. The Ford F-150 Lightning is smooth, fast, quiet, comfortable, and powerful.
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13. Rivian R1T
The R1T is an EV pickup with off-road capabilities, high-tech features, and abundant storage space. It offers quick acceleration and excellent handling.
14. Volkswagen ID.4
The ID.4 is a highly-rated electric SUV. It's comfortable, smooth, with a spacious interior, and a sleek, minimalist aesthetic. It's one of the main competitors to the Tesla Model Y.
15. Lucid Air
The Lucid Air is a luxury all-electric sedan from Lucid Motors, an American startup. It gained recognition as the longest-range EV, setting a new benchmark. It offers a spacious, classy interior and groundbreaking performance.
16. Ford Mustang Mach-E
For many of us, the image of a Mustang isn't complete without a roaring petrol engine, but the company's first mass-marketed EV is changing the narrative. It's a compact crossover SUV with impressive range and performance.
17. Nissan Leaf
The Nissan Leaf is one of the most affordable EVs on the market, but that doesn't mean it's of poor quality. The 2026 model comes highly rated, with a sleek new design, long range, and upgraded technology.
18. Volvo EX30
The EX30 is the smallest and most affordable electric SUV in Volvo's lineup. It boasts and stylish, minimalist design, fast charging, a Google-based interface, and is the quickest Volvo ever made.
19. Chevrolet Blazer EV
The Blazer EV is arguably Chevrolet's best EV. It offers a slew of unique features, like the choice between Front-Wheel Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive, and All-Wheel Drive, and a highly regarded hands-free driver assistance system.
20. Hyundai Ioniq 5
The Ioniq 5 completely redefined expectations for mainstream EVs when it hit the market, setting a new bar. It's an award-winning vehicle with a stunning design, a reasonable price tag, and excellent performance.
