Looking for the best electric cars on sale in 2026? We’ve tested every EV on the market to bring you the ultimate Top 10 list. From affordable runarounds to luxury electric SUVs, find out which models are leading the charge. We’ll also run you through the cars to avoid and tell you about some of the new EVs due to be launched in 2026.
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The EV market has exploded with new options in recent years, meaning you no longer need deep pockets to go electric. In this video, we countdown the top 10 best EVs you can buy right now, with models from BMW, Kia, Renault, Tesla and more.
We also take a look at the future of electric driving with previews of upcoming models including the Kia EV2, Range Rover Electric and Volvo EX60. Plus, we name and shame the electric cars you should steer clear of in 2026.
Whether you are looking for a family SUV, a chauffeur-driven saloon, or a retro-inspired hatchback, this is your definitive guide to the best electric cars 2026 has to offer.
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Video chapters:
0:00 Introduction
0:58 Coming soon
2:20 The EVs to avoid!
3:16 Our Top 10
11:25 Let us know what you think
Do you agree with our top 10 electric cars and the models to avoid? Let us know in the comments if your favourite made the list? 👇
You recommend the VW ID Buzz. Such a shame that VW are stalling production until 2027 due to very poor sales.
What about the dangerous microwaves that come off evs😮
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This list is UTTER BULLSHIT & heavily biased !!!
Shame on the folks of WhatCar .
All luxury EV ’s lose huge value already after 1 year, leasing for companies the only option for anyone who MUST have an EV. Apart from the facts i have nothing against EV’s
With what we know now on EV, then buying a new one is crazy, so many electrical/ computers bugs problems,
How about hyundai inster
I stopped watching after the iD Buzz. £65,000 for a VW?
Gone down in my estimation, too many cars missed making a top 10 appraisal nonsense really. There are at least 2 rivals to the Model 3 for example and no mention of the Y model Tesla points towards a non helpful video.
Any savvy motorist will wait 2 years and get any of this vehicles for up to 50% cheaper owing to depreciation. I call this common sense.
Note:- The Government Contribution is worthless if you do the sums. Mechanic 60 years experience.
I'm sure it would create extra work, but splitting a video like this into individual chapters for each car would be SWEET
When the drivers find out all the walking they'll be doing none will be sold. Condos and hotels any lage garages insurance will force these vehicles to be parked as not to cause the structures to burn down. So the range these things get empty no AC or heat is what your seeing and in winter driving 😜😜😜 forget even risking it.
BYD, Geely, Model Y….the list goes on with what’s missing. Seeing thousands of BYD’s on the road which says something positive about them?
There isn't really a best or worst EV, its just a question of matching your own requirements to what's available.
Personally, I just need a local runabout that I charge at home, so a brand new Dacia Spring Expression 65 for £10k is perfectly adequate.
It only costs me about £2.50 a week to charge – just one overnight charge.
Good list but really the Renault 4 and 5 should appear side by side. Looks aside, the Renault 4 could be viewed as the better car; larger cabin, larger boot, better base spec (which would bring the price virtually the same if comparing like for like spec) and the drive is also virtually the same.
Always amuses me when I see comments asking why car x isn't in the top 10. This is purely subjective. What Car chose their top 10. Another Youtube channel will choose a different top 10. That's how it is. If you like a different car even if it's not in a top 10 list then don't worry about it. You like it? Then own it.
No electric cars can compete against chinese manufacturers,,FULL STOPPPPP
What a stupid video,,you even didn't mention the range of the VW buzz,,,,so manipulated video
Oh, the BMW i7 huh? Yes, I'll take one of those. It'll pair nicely in my garage with my Rolls Royce Spectre. What kind of list is this?
The fact no mention of Zeekr 7X or byd it seems this channel thinks European ev are the best a bit biased
Kia ev3 👍
Bizarre that this fails to mention any Chinese EV – living both in China and Europe, I know that many Chinese cars (BYD, Zeekr, Nio, etc.) technically surpass almost all European brands at much lower costs. This video can be ignored by being so off balance…
Most sold EV in 2025 in Europe hasn't been even mentioned
Tesla Model Y LR AWD + FSD-Package 🍀👍🏻
There are some bad cars in this list. The Tesla model 3 is better than the BMW iZ3! In what world?
Same old Same old….legacy reviewer
You failed to mention the serious issues with the Ora! Poor Infotainment system doesn’t explain much!
Any cars coming this year with new Sodium battery tech?
I need those prices to come down to parity with ICE vehicles before I purchase my 2nd EV. Two to three years hopefully?