More and more, the automotive industry is manufacturing a wide range of electric vehicles (or EVs). While Tesla may still be leading the charge and have the most momentum, electric vehicles are also now a mainstay of major automakers like Nissan, VW, Volkswagen, Audi, and others. In fact, many automakers are committing to entirely zero-emission vehicles by 2030, so we’re likely to witness an even larger spike in accessible EV city cars in the future. As great as this is for sustainability, however, the increased variety can make purchasing the perfect no-emissions vehicle confusing and complicated.
Here are the top rated electric vehicles right now:
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1. Hyundai Ioniq 5
The Ioniq 5 is designed to target premium rivals like the Audi Q4 e-tron and Tesla Model Y. Make no mistake, though, the Ioniq 5 is outstanding in every way, including in its high-quality performance and charging capabilities, which are generally reserved for high-end cars like the Audi e-tron GT and Porsche Taycan. The IONIQ 5 can have up to a 70% increase in charge in approximately 18 minutes with a 350 kW charger. Moreover, a five-minute charge gives the IONIQ 5 a 100 km range.
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2. Toyota bZ4X
Toyota’s new bZ is the brand’s first electric vehicle. The Toyota bZ4X will arrive in the U.S. by mid-2022. Like Toyota’s gasoline-powered SUVs, the bZ4X has an aggressive design. The typical configuration is front-wheel drive with a single electric motor and 201 horsepower.
Still, an all-wheel-drive variant with two motors is available, increasing aggregate power to 215 hp. Toyota claims the all-wheel-drive vehicle can reach 62 mph in 7.7 seconds. That’s not Tesla territory, but still, it puts the bZ4X into competition with the ID.4 front-wheel drive option. -
3. Kia Niro EV
When competing against Tesla vehicles and the well-known Mustang Mach-E name, the 2022 Kia Niro EV will be hard-pressed to make a name for itself. Although Kia’s compact crossover is attractive, it lacks the cachet of more expensive rivals. However, the Niro EV shares many features with its hybrid and plug-in hybrid cousins, including charge power, time, and speed. For instance, the Kia e-Niro gets a 134bhp electric motor with the 39kWh battery, which is the same motor and battery as beginner-level Hyundai Ioniq electric vehicles. It also starts faster than the Citroen e-C4, Mazda MX-30, and Peugeot e-2008.
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4. Tesla Model 3
The much-anticipated Tesla Model 3 is officially here. Even though it is the cheapest Tesla available, most of us are likely to be impressed with its stated 254-mile range and 5.3-second 0-60mph sprint. The Model 3 even has autopilot drive assistance, making long drives more bearable and adding to the futuristic vibe of the vehicle. Additionally, the dual-motor variant with four-wheel drive and enhanced range can traverse 329 miles and has a 0-60mph time of 3.2 seconds.
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5. Chevrolet Bolt EV
After performing poorly in 2021, the Bolt gets a facelift for 2022 — so if you want an American EV, hold off for a few months. The Bolt is one of the best value for money deals on the market currently, with a 259-mile range and a charming hatchback body shape. Plus, it’s also fun to drive, with 200 horsepower. If you can afford it and require a lot of range from your EV, then the Bolt is a good choice.
