Electric vehicles are here to stay. And what’s there not to be happy about? Modern design has converged with scientific development to result in cars that are faster, smoother, and more comfortable than many of us had been accustomed to expecting from electric vehicles. Don’t just take my word for it, either.
Familiar Names with a Fresh Approach
Many of the world’s most famous automobile manufacturers are also convinced of the superiority of the (electric) force and have invested billions into the research of how best to harness this cleaner, more sustainable fuel source into their mainstream models. Just a few of these familiar car companies include
- BMW
- Mercedes
- Honda
- Hyundai
Not to mention the most famous electric automobile brand of all: Tesla. Tesla’s advancement of its technology has been inspirational, to say the least, and it will come as no surprise that one of its models comes out pretty high on the list of best electric cars. Not only have they been trailblazing the science behind electric-powered cars, but they have also not neglected to include important details such as safety, comfort, and stylish design.
This article details a brief but comprehensive review of some of the more common electric cars. Keep reading for a summary of what experts say are on the list of top five electric cars available on the market now.
Number 5: Honda e
The original electric automobiles were a hit with New York City residents all the way back in the late 1800s! Their appeal lay in their nippy handling, small size, and convenient refueling. Honda has channeled these early electric vehicle priorities into their adorable answer to the modern urban motor car. This has an unpretentious “first car” air to its design while still delivering excellent performance and reliability.
Number 4: Audi e-tron GT
Never one to be left behind, Audi’s electric e-tron GT has not disappointed its loyal followers. This is a beautiful combination of sleek design, decent battery longevity, and impressive top-speed ability. It’s no surprise that this comes with the usual Audi price point, but if you have the budget, there’s no way you’ll regret this choice.
Number 3: Hyundai Ionic 5
Hyundai has been making leaps and bounds in its automobile design. This might be the best car to come out of South Korea since their 1976 classic – the Pony. This family-friendly answer to an affordable, comfortable, and reliable electric automobile option is a top favorite. You can expect this car to slot into your everyday life while carrying a week’s worth of groceries in the boot, space for a baby chair on the back seat, and reaching zippy speeds on lonely stretches of clear road.
Number 2: Tesla Model 3
This is one of the most wanted vehicles in the electric car community. Yes, it’s got amazing performance, speed, and longevity. But it’s also got incredibly modern internal features such as touchscreen controls. The Model 3’s spacious, comfortable, and futuristic design will make you feel like you are living in the Jetsons!
Number 1: Porsche Taycan
Are you surprised the Porsche Taycan is number one? You shouldn’t be. Porsche is living up to its cutting-edge reputation by offering the world a real-life electric addition to the luxury sports car catalog. The reviews on this car are unanimously positive. Speed (naturally), beauty, and world-class engineering combine to create this dream of a car.
Check out this Top Gear review of this incredible sports car:
Speeding into Ethical Choices
The need to replace fossil fuel-reliant vehicles is an accepted fact now. Electric vehicle design has come an extremely long way since its modern resurgence in the late 90s. Research budgets have been boosted, and now that traditional brands have turned their attention to the development of these automobiles, influential countries such as Norway are also making the need to switch out fossil fuel vehicles a necessity. It is a relief that our mainstream options are finally increasing to match the demand for cleaner, more sustainable transport needs. Positive brand competition is edging the variety and performance of these cars to reassuringly refreshing highs. It’s incredible that in just a few decades, the average consumer now no longer has to decide between ethical principles and realistic price tags.
Here is a list of a few of the top electric cars available according to common opinion. But this list doesn’t even start to look into the variety of electric scooters and motorcycles available too. No doubt, many are looking forward to seeing how these big-name motoring companies continue to enhance their technology and designs. Is there a car or model left off this list, or have there been any surprises? If you had to create a top ten summary of electric cars, which ones would you add? What brands and designs are you most interested in?