Alternatives to Tesla: which electric cars are the best

Tesla makes great engines. They are reliable, high-quality, and efficient cars that have proven themselves in the market. But if you want to buy an electric car, and Elon Musk and his controversial stance dissuade you from Tesla, there are many other good options.

Well-known car manufacturers have caught up, and in many cases overtaken Tesla with their electric offerings. Experts have named the best alternatives.

The best affordable EV – Dacia Spring

• The declared range is up to 370 km.
• The battery capacity is 26.8 kWh.

The Dacia Spring may not be the last word in sophistication, but it is ideal for urban tasks thanks to its range and comfortable ride. There is not much space inside, but it will comfortably accommodate two adults and two children. Each model has air conditioning, and in expensive models, a 10-inch touchscreen with wireless connection to an Apple CarPlay or Android Auto smartphone. There's even an app to control charging and turn on the heater or air conditioning before you get in the car.

The best compact EV – Renault 5 e-tech

• The declared range is up to 400 km.
• The battery capacity is 40-52 kWh.

The retro-futuristic design of the revived Renault 5 will make many people pay attention to this model. There is a surprisingly large amount of space inside for a car less than four meters long. But the most impressive thing is the comfortable driving experience. The car does its best to drown out potholes. The quality of the standard equipment is impressive, and the price is lower than experts predicted. It is an affordable, reliable, and comfortable choice.

The best-used EV – Kia Niro EV

• The declared range is up to 455 km.
• The battery capacity is 39-64 kWh.

Since sales of used electric vehicles are growing faster than sales of new ones, experts have noted Kia Niro among the most popular models. The Niro is a spacious and well-made family car with a decent trunk. The car is easy to drive and well-equipped. The larger 64 kWh battery model will travel more than 450 km on a charge – the estimated range is accurate enough to rely on.

Best seven-seater EV – Kia EV9

• The declared range is up to 560 km.
• The battery capacity is 99.8 kWh.

EV9 embodies style and quality. The experts were impressed by the best environmentally friendly fabrics and materials inside the bright and spacious interior, as well as by the comfortable driving and efficiency of the car. The battery has almost 100 kWh, but the EV9 is a large and heavy car, so it needs a powerful unit to reach the target distance and give the car a decent turn.

The best electric sports car – Hyundai Ioniq 5 N

• The declared range is up to 447 km.
• The battery capacity is 84 kWh.

Hyundai Ioniq 5 N is a car with excellent grip, precise steering, and excellent body control, which allows you to quickly change direction. It has all the sporty accessories you want. Hyundai has added a sound generator that mimics the sounds you expect from a hatchback, with revs rising and crackling and thumping from the exhaust.

The best luxury EV – BMW i7

• The declared range is up to 622 km.
• The battery capacity is 105.7 kWh.

The luxury car market has been dominated by Mercedes for many years, but it has lost ground with its latest S-Class and EQS electric models. BMW, on the other hand, has stepped up with its 7 Series. The electric i7 is a silent luxury. Most electric cars are quiet, but BMW takes it to a whole new level by commissioning composer Hans Zimmer to create a sound to let you know you're in motion. Sound plays a bigger role in the back, with a 31-inch 8k screen that drops down from the ceiling and a 36-speaker Bowers & Wilkins sound system.

Best family EV – Renault Scenic E-Tech

• The declared range is up to 610 km.
• The battery capacity is 60-87 kWh.

For decades, the Scenic has been a family car in the Renault style. The old model started the trend of affordable small multi-purpose vehicles, but now it has been reimagined as an all-electric SUV. However, it is still geared towards family travel. And if your kids have smartphones, they'll love the original armrest with swiveling phone holders and USB charging. There is a large touchscreen from Google in front, another digital screen in front of the driver, and plenty of space for storing family items.

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