Electric cars

Electric cars are growing in popularity. No wonder: the best are quiet, cheap to run and smooth to drive. But which are the bright sparks to consider – and which are the loose connections?

Hyundai Ioniq Electric long-term test review

Can owning an electric car be a viable option even if you can't charge it at home? We're finding out..

Darren Moss, Wed Nov 20 2019

Kia e-Niro vs Kia Soul EV

The Kia e-Niro is a former What Car? Car of the Year and remains an excellent choice if you're looki..

What Car? team, Fri May 15 2020

Reader test team: Ford Mustang Mach-E

Electric SUV version of Ford’s most iconic model has space for all the family and a range of up to 3..

Claire Evans, Sat May 09 2020

Real MPG: most efficient coupes, convertibles and sports cars

What Car?'s Real MPG tests show what fuel economy you can really expect from a car. Here, we reveal..

George Hill, Wed Jan 03 2018

Electric and hybrid cars explained

Everything you wanted to know about hybrid, fully electric and fuel cell cars, but were afraid to as..

Claire Evans, Fri Oct 12 2018

Electric car waiting times revealed

Interest in electric cars is booming, but how long will you have to wait for one once you've placed..

Jim Holder, Tue Mar 10 2020

8 ways the Nissan LEAF e+ is changing the game for electric cars

With more range, more power and more advanced features, there are even more reasons to pick Nissan’s..

What Car? Promotion, Wed Mar 11 2020

Why electric car knowledge needs a boost

New survey echoes What Car? findings that cost is the main barrier to going electric and that consum..

Claire Evans, Fri Feb 07 2020

Every electric car on sale today

Whether you want a city car or an SUV, finding a new car that's also electric has never been easier..

Darren Moss, Thu Jan 23 2020

Promoted | Honda e: designed to use every day

Who says electric cars are impractical? Not Honda. With a 136-mile range, fast charging, and a spaci..

What Car? Promotion, Thu Oct 31 2019

Are electric cars more expensive to insure?

Insurance experts say electric cars can attract higher premiums – but they are coming down

Jim Holder, Fri Oct 12 2018

How long do electric car batteries last for?

Keeping your electric car's battery in top condition could prolong its life; here's everything you n..

Darren Moss, Tue Oct 23 2018

What is a hydrogen fuel cell car?

Hydrogen fuel cell cars are hailed by some as the future of motoring. We've taken a closer look at h..

Jim Holder, Fri Oct 12 2018

2020 Fiat 500e electric city car: everything we know so far

All-new electric Fiat 500 will benefit from technical and styling updates and have a range of around..

Claire Evans, Tue Oct 29 2019

Why can’t I get better range from my electric car?

Jaguar I-Pace owner asks why he can't get close to the official or real-world range for his car

Claire Evans, Wed Oct 30 2019

Jaguar I-Pace vs Tesla Model 3 video review

The Tesla Model 3 is one of the most hotly anticipated cars for a generation. The Jaguar I-Pace is o..

What Car? team, Fri Oct 11 2019

2020 Nissan Leaf e+ Tekna 62kWh video

This new, range-topping Nissan Leaf e+ Tekna gets a bigger battery, longer range and better performa..

What Car? team, Fri Oct 11 2019

Nissan Leaf vs Renault Zoe vs VW e-Golf video review

What's the best electric car you can buy? The latest Nissan Leaf promises plenty, but is it better t..

What Car? team, Fri Oct 11 2019

Audi e-tron video

In the three years it’s taken to develop the Audi E-tron from concept to production, we’ve seen the..

What Car? team, Fri Oct 11 2019

Toyota RAV4 video review

Watch our video review of the Toyota RAV4 to find out if this frugal SUV is the best hybrid on sale..

What Car? team, Fri Oct 11 2019

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Electric cars

Hyundai Ioniq Electric long-term test review

Kia e-Niro vs Kia Soul EV

Reader test team: Ford Mustang Mach-E

Real MPG: most efficient coupes, convertibles and sports cars

Electric and hybrid cars explained

Electric car waiting times revealed

8 ways the Nissan LEAF e+ is changing the game for electric cars

Why electric car knowledge needs a boost

Every electric car on sale today

Promoted | Honda e: designed to use every day

Are electric cars more expensive to insure?

How long do electric car batteries last for?

What is a hydrogen fuel cell car?

2020 Fiat 500e electric city car: everything we know so far

Why can’t I get better range from my electric car?

Jaguar I-Pace vs Tesla Model 3 video review

2020 Nissan Leaf e+ Tekna 62kWh video

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