As the automotive industry is preparing itself for a zero-emission future, the demand for better electric vehicles is ever-increasing. At present, electric vehicles are rapidly replacing the mainstream gasoline-powered vehicles. At present, there is a rapid development ongoing in the electric vehicle scenario. This is primarily to accelerate the shift towards a 100-percent zero-emission future-which is a guaranteed reality.
Currently, most auto manufacturers have committed to becoming fully electrified to reduce greenhouse gas emissions and dependence on fossil fuels. Tesla has already taken the electric market by storm. Other major automakers, including Mercedes, BMW, and Chevrolet have revealed plans to shift towards full electrification by certain specified years. And new EV manufacturers, such as Fisker Inc. and Lucid Motors have also entered strongly into the electric vehicle scene.
All these car brands have already introduced efficient electrified cars into the auto markets that provide solid competition to each other. And to consider their efficiency, their all-electric range, battery charging capability and availability, and a justified price tag play crucial roles. From compact vehicles to pickup trucks and SUVs, here are 10 electric vehicles that make going all-electric beyond easy.
1 Mercedes-Benz EQE 350+ Sedan
The Mercedes-Benz EQE 350+ sedan is one of the top 10 luxury electric cars for 2023. It is one of the classiest-looking electric sedans under the Mercedes-Benz brand with a tech-loaded premium interior. The EQS 350+ makes use of a 90.6 kWh battery that charges from 10-80 percent in 32 minutes with DC fast charging.
2024 Mercedes-Benz EQE 350+ Sedan: Specifications
Layout |
Single motor |
Electric Motor |
215 kW rear |
Power Output |
288 hp; 417 lb-ft |
Electric Range |
305 miles |
Transmission |
Single-speed automatic |
Charging Time |
32 min@ 170 kW |
The EPA still hasn’t released the fuel economy for the 2024 Mercedes EQE. But, Mercedes claims a maximum battery range of 305 miles on full charge. Starting at $74,900, the luxury-loaded Mercedes EQE 350+ sedan delivers an impressive electric experience in style.
2 Tesla Model 3 Long Range AWD
The long-range, dual-motor version of the 2023 Tesla Model 3 is one of the most energy-efficient, affordable sedans under the Tesla lineup. For 2024, the Model 3 Long Range trim makes use of an 82.1 kWh-rated battery that delivers an EPA-estimated 358 miles on full charge. It has an EPA-estimated 131 MPGe combined- 134 MPGe in the city and 126 MPGe on the highway.
2023 Tesla Model 3 Long Range AWD: Specifications
Layout |
Dual motor |
Electric Motor |
158 kW front; 208 kW rear |
Power Output |
393 hp |
Electric Range |
358 miles |
Transmission |
Automatic single-speed reduction gear |
Charging Time |
11.5 hours@ 240 V |
The EV’s battery can be recharged in 11.5 hours with a 240 V outlet. With a starting price tag of $47,420, the Model 3 Long Range version provides a perfect electric experience with an outstanding all-electric range balanced with affordability.
3 Lucid Air Touring AWD
The Lucid Air is one of the best luxury electric cars available in the U.S. market. The Lucid Air is also one of the most powerful and fastest EVs at present. And, one of its top trims, the Grand Touring, boasts the highest EPA-estimated range to date. But, the Touring trim is the smartest option to purchase.
2023 Lucid Air Touring AWD: Specifications
Layout |
Dual motor |
Electric Motor |
Front and rear (individual powers not available) |
Power Output |
620 hp; 885 lb-ft |
Electric Range |
425 miles |
Transmission |
Automatic single-speed reduction gear |
Charging Time |
200 miles added in 15 min |
This Tesla-beating vehicle provides a staggering EPA-estimated range of 425 miles on a full charge. The 92-kWh battery that can add up to 200 miles of range in 15 minutes of recharging. With a price of $95,000, the 2023 Lucid Air Touring is one of the latest electric vehicles that offers an easy all-electric experience for its users.
4 Fisker Ocean Extreme
Launched in 2023, the Fisker Ocean is the latest electric vehicle that has quickly gained a great reputation in the automotive industry. It is also tagged as one of the best luxury electric SUVS in the auto market. The Ocean Extreme trim is the model that produces the longest range with an EPA-estimated range of 360 miles on a single charge.
2023 Fisker Ocean Extreme: Specifications
Layout |
Dual motor |
Electric Motor |
Front and rear (individual powers not available) |
Power Output |
564 hp; 543 lb-ft |
Electric Range |
360 miles |
Transmission |
Automatic single-speed reduction gear |
Charging Time |
18.4 hours w/ Level 2 charger |
It also boasts an EPA-estimated fuel economy of 92 MPGe combined- 99 MPGe for city driving and 84 MPGe for highway. It makes use of a 113 kWh battery that can be charged from 10-80 percent in 35 minutes with DC fast-charging capability. With a price tag of $68,999, the Fisker Ocean Extreme provides great competition to its rivals in delivering an outstanding electrified experience.
5 Polestar 2 Long Range RWD
Launched in 2020 by Volvo‘s sub-brand Polestar, the Polestar 2 is ranked as one of the top 5 electric vehicles in its category. Since its debut, the Polestar 2 has received four prestigious awards, proving its worth in the top EV ranking. The Polestar 2 Long Range RWD offers the highest range among the other trims with an EPA-estimated 320 miles.
2023 Polestar 2 Long Range RWD: Specifications
Layout |
Single motor |
Electric Motor |
Rear (individual power not available) |
Power Output |
295 hp; 361 lb-ft |
Electric Range |
320 miles |
Transmission |
Automatic single-speed reduction gear |
Charging Time |
7 hours w/ 11 kW-rated AC Type 2 charger |
This trim draws power from a 79 kWh Lithium-ion battery. It also boasts with 205kW DC charger capabilities, meaning that the Polestar 2 can charge from 10- to 80-percent in just 28 minutes. With this efficient range and an affordable price of $56,750, the Polestar 2 Long Range RWD highly eases the all-electric travel on a budget.
6 Rivian R1S Adventure Quad-Motor AWD
Ranked as one of the best luxury electric SUVS, the Rivian R1S Adventure (with the Quad-Motor AWD setup) by Rivian is the highest-spec trim in the lineup. This trim of the Rivian R1S uses a 135 kWh-rated battery that generates an EPA-estimated range of 321 miles on a single charge. It takes almost 41 minutes to charge this SUV from 0-80 percent with DC fast-charging capability.
2023 Rivian R1S Adventure Quad-Motor AWD: Specifications
Layout |
Quad motor |
Electric Motor |
305 kW front; 314 kW rear |
Power Output |
835 hp; 908 lb-ft |
Electric Range |
321 miles |
Transmission |
Automatic single-speed reduction gear |
Charging Time |
41 min@ 160 kW |
It is also one of the safety-assuring electric SUVs available, as proven by its “IIHS Top Safety Pick+” award. With surreal safety standards and an impressive range, the Rivian R1S Adventure offers an easy-going electric experience for all-purpose travel.
7 Chevrolet Equinox 2LT EV
The upcoming Chevy Equinox EV is the first-ever fully-electric vehicle under Chevrolet’s Equinox lineup. It could be one of the cheapest electric vehicles with almost 300 miles of electric range with its 2LT FWD trim. The Equinox EV makes use of a lithium-ion battery; the exact battery capacities are not yet available.
2024 Chevrolet Equinox 2LT EV FWD: Specifications
Layout |
Front motor |
Electric Motor |
157 kW front |
Power Output |
210 hp; 242 lb-ft |
Electric Range |
300 miles |
Transmission |
Automatic single-speed reduction gear |
Charging Time |
70 miles in 10 minutes w/ DCFC |
The Equinox EV offers a GM-estimated range of up to 300 miles. It can add 70 miles in 10 minutes with DC fast-charging capability. It is expected that the 2LT with FWD setup will have a starting price of $34,000. With the 2LT trim, the Chevrolet Equinox EV is expected to make all-electric transport highly easy.
8 Hyundai Ioniq 6 SE Long Range RWD
The Hyundai Ioniq 6 is one of the best compact EVs. Among all the trims of the Ioniq 6, the SE Long Range RWD variant produces the highest range of an EPA-estimated 361 miles. This trim has a combined EPA-estimated mileage of 140 MPGe- 153 MPGe in the city and 127 MPGe for highway driving. It features a 77.4 kWh-rated Li-ion polymer battery that can be charged from 10-80 percent in 18 minutes with DC fast-charging.
2023 Hyundai Ioniq 6 SE Long Range RWD: Specifications
Layout |
Single motor |
Electric Motor |
168 kW rear |
Power Output |
225 hp; 258 lb-ft |
Electric Range |
361 miles |
Transmission |
Automatic single-speed reduction gear |
Charging Time |
10-80% in 18 min w/ 350 kW DCFC |
Priced at $45,500, the 2023 Hyundai Ioniq 6 easily provides a high-range electric experience.
9 Chevrolet Bolt EV 2LT
The 2023 Chevrolet Bolt EV is the most affordable electric vehicle in the U.S. The Bolt EV 2LT is the most preferable version for daily commuting between the two trims. It is equipped with a 65 kWh-rated battery that provides an EPA-estimated 259-mile range on full charge. And it charges up to 100 miles in 30 minutes with DC fast-charging.
2023 Chevrolet Bolt EV 2LT FWD: Specifications
Layout |
Front motor |
Electric Motor |
150 kW front |
Power Output |
201.2 hp; 266 lb-ft |
Electric Range |
259 miles |
Transmission |
Automatic single-speed reduction gear |
Charging Time |
100 miles in 30 minutes w/ DCFC |
The Bolt 2LT is offered with a starting price tag of $30,695. With an efficient battery range and affordable price, the 2023 Chevrolet Bolt EV 1LT is the perfect EV for easy all-electric traveling in urban regions.
10 Nissan Leaf SV Plus
The Nissan Leaf is one of the most budget-friendly, performance-based EVs available. It is tagged as a solid everyday EV that is perfect for day-to-day commuting. The SV Plus trim is the better among the offered trims with an EPA-estimated range of 212 miles on full charge. It also has a combined 109 MPGe fuel economy, with 121 MPGe in the city and 98 MPGe on highways.
2024 Nissan Leaf SV Plus: Specifications
Layout |
Single motor |
Electric Motor |
160 kW front |
Power Output |
214 hp; 251lb-ft |
Electric Range |
212 miles |
Transmission |
Automatic single-speed reduction gear |
Charging Time |
0-80% in 30 min w/ DCFC |
This trim is fitted with a 62 kWh-rated lithium-ion battery that can be charged 0-80 percent in 30 minutes with DC fast charging. With a starting price of $36,190, the 2024 Nissan Leaf SV Plus makes all-electric transport very easy with a proven reliability.