The Best Electric Cars, Ranked

The EV market is getting loaded with more and more vehicles by the day, and finding the best one can be very difficult. But, what makes an electric vehicle the best electric vehicle money can buy? In the past, it was the model with the best range, but things have evolved over the years and now electric vehicles are offering a lot more than just range.

When looking to buy an EV, you should also look into power, performance, luxury, and safety – for short, everything you would look into when considering an ICE vehicle as an EV should offer just about the same things. Price is also a factor, but, like with everything else, you pay what you get. We have prepared a list of the best electric vehicles you can get in 2024, and here are the top options.

UPDATE: 2024/08/26 11:00 EST

The Best Electric Cars, Ranked

This list has been updated to include more detailed, relevant information, as well as to add even more entries with superb attributes. The list is limited to “cars” and does not include SUVs and trucks.

In order to compile this list, we used information sourced from each model’s respective manufacturer, as well as other reputable sources, including Fueleconomy.gov and J.D. Power.

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Audi A6 e-tron

First Audi With An RWD Setup In Nearly 90 Years

Being only the second model to ride on Audi’s electric PPE platform, the A6 e-tron aims to add a dose of practicality to the Audi EV range, while retaining the essence of German sport that the brand helped exalt over the generations. The base 2025 A6 e-tron’s single rear motor delivers 362 combined horses to the rear wheels, allowing a 5.4-second 0-60 MPH sprint, which isn’t bad, though if you want more power and practicality, the A6 e-tron Quattro offers AWD and 80 more horses courtesy of an added motor at the front axle.

Performance Specs

Advanced aerodynamic quality was a big driving factor behind the design of the A6 e-tron, especially the Sportback variant. Audi expertly blends modern design with detailed specifications and practicality to provide a sporty EV that dutifully wears many hats, a few being a sport sedan and an efficient, classy family sedan. Orders for the electric A6 will open in the second half of 2024, with an estimated starting price of around $70,000 to $84,000 for the top trim.

12

Polestar 2

Volvo Luxury And Safety Baked In

The 2023 Polestar 2 is offered in two trims: one powered by a single electric motor that delivers 231 horsepower and 243 pound-feet of torque, and a second one with a dual motor setup and a combined 408 horsepower and 487 pound-feet of torque. For the Dual Motor model, you can add another 68 horses and 15 pound-feet of torque, if you pay an extra $1,100. The total range varies from 260 to 270 miles, while the 0 to 60 mph sprint time can go down to as much as 4.2 seconds.

Performance Specs

The Polestar 2 also benefits from fast charging, and it takes only 31 minutes to recharge from 10 to 80 percent. Both the exterior and the interior are packed with lots of cool tech features, and since this is basically a Volvo, its safety features were taken to extremes – which makes the Polestar 2 one of the best electric cars in terms of safety. Prices range from $48,400 for the Single Motor model to $51,900 for the Dual Motor.

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Hyundai Ioniq 6

A True And Affordable Competitor To The Tesla Model 3

One of the most awaited cars of 2023, the Hyundai Ioniq 6 went on sale in the spring of 2023 as one of the biggest threats for the Tesla Model 3. With a range of up to 340 miles and ultra-fast 800-Volt charging technologies, the Ioniq 6 is one of the best electric cars you can get. It’s offered with the option of two powertrain versions: a single-rear-motor layout with up to 225 horsepower, and a dual-motor setup with a combined 320 horsepower.

Performance Specs

In its best configuration, the Ioniq 6 will be relatively fast, and it will be able to sprint from 0 to 60 mph in less than 5.0 seconds. The EV was built on a long wheelbase that ensures a spacious interior – which is a plus compared to most EVs, and, thanks to its very low center of gravity, the Ioniq is also very fun to drive. The Ioniq 6 is also relatively cheap, at a starting price of $41,600.

10

BMW i4

Quite Literally An Electric BMW 4 Series

When it comes to electric cars, BMW is probably one of the few makers that somehow manages to give its cars a decent look. The i4 is no exception, and, except for a few different elements, it looks almost the same as the 4 Series. The i4 is offered in either eDrive35, xDriev40, or M50 trims, and prices range from $52,000 to $68,700. If you are searching for a compact luxury sedan, then the i4 is the best compact luxury EV you can get.

Performance Specs

For the BMW i4, the power ranges from 281 horsepower to 536 in the top trim model. The range is somehow disappointing and only goes up to 301 miles, but the i4 supports up to 205 kW fast charging and can add up to 87 miles of range in 10 minutes. The cabin is everything you would expect from a BMW, with tons of luxury features and all the latest tech features.

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Mercedes-Benz EQE

The Smaller Of Mercedes’ EVs

While its rounded, “egg-shaped” appearance is akin to the EQS, the EQE boasts a smaller, but equally well-equipped cabin, with very respectable performance. The standard rear-drive EQE350+ packs a 288-horsepower setup that performs well around town and on the highway, though those looking for more power and capability may want to explore the pair of AWD options. The EQE350 4MAtic adds an electric motor to the front axle, though HP remains at 288. Stepping up to the top-rated (excluding the AMG variant) EQE500 grants the luxury EV 402 combined horses, allowing a 4.5-secinds 0-60 MPH sprint.

Performance Specs

The cabin’s appointments are on par with the lavish E-Class, mating a spacious interior with premium materials and high-tech gadgetry. The standard multi-contour front seats with massaging function are nice, but the added energizing kinetic feature, which continually adjusts to reduce driving fatigue, is indicative of great attention to detail, as well as a dedication to quality. Aside from the comfortable seating, the cabin simply oozes new-age tech, with sleek contours and contemporary design framing every aspect.

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Mercedes-Benz EQS

You Can Even Have An AMG-Branded Electric S-Class

If you are searching to buy one of the best luxury electric cars out there, then the Mercedes-Benz EQS should be on your list. The American customers have four models to choose from: 450+, 450 4Matic, 580 4Matic, and the AMG EQS, with prices ranging from $104,400 to $147,550. The non-AMG models deliver anywhere between 329 and 516 horsepower, while in the AMG the combined output goes up to 649 horsepower. The EQS also promises a range of up to 350 miles. Even the AMG trim is good for 277 miles, which makes it one of the most efficient models in its class.

Performance Specs

The EQS’ interior is everything you would expect from a Mercedes: spacious, luxurious, and practical. The cabin is a combination of soft-touch plastic, wood, leather, microfiber suede, carbon fiber, massage functions, neck, and shoulder heating, plus lots of space, even for the rear passenger. The EQS even has a cargo space bigger than the S-Class: 22 cubic feet behind the rear seats and 63 cubic feet with the rear seats folded.

7

Audi E-Tron GT

Arguably The Best Audi EV Currently On Sale

Audi has learned a lot from its relatively short experience of building electric cars, so the

recently renewed e-tron GT
is one of the best EVs the company has to offer. The model is built on the same platform as the Taycan and can be had in either standard or RS trims. Both models feature a 93-kWh lithium-ion battery powering dual synchronous front and rear electric motors.

Performance Specs

In the base model, they deliver 469 horsepower (or 522 in boost mode), while in the RS the output is increased to 590 horsepower (637 horsepower with the launch control activated). The 0 to 60 mph sprint time goes down to as much as 3.1 seconds, while the range varies from 232 to 238 miles. The e-tron GT‘s exterior is just as amazing as any other Audi model, while the interior will offer the best quality leather, brushed aluminum trimming, and carbon fiber inserts. Prices range from $104,900 to $143,900.

6

Genesis Electrified G80

The Most Well-Rounded Package You Can Buy

While the GV60 is the first Genesis vehicle to be built on a dedicated EV platform shared by the Hyundai Ioniq 5 and the Kia EV6, the company is also offering electric versions for models like the G80 or GV70. They share the platform with their ICE-powered brothers, but both models are equally impressive. The Electric G80 is powered by two 136-kW electric motors that deliver a combined 365 horsepower and 516 pound-feet of torque. An 87.2 kWh battery-pack provides a range of 265 miles, and while it may not sound like a lot, the electric G80 needs only 22 minutes to charge from 10 to 80 percent when using a fast-charging 800V system.

Performance Specs

And while the range may not suggest it, the Electrified G80 is one of the best luxury electric cars money can buy. It features a very elegant exterior design and one of the most luxurious cabins. The seats are wrapped in the best quality leather, there is a total of 50 inches of display divided into a 12.3-inch 3D digital instrument cluster, a 14.5-inch HD touchscreen infotainment system, plus two 9.2-inch rear seat entertainment screens. Prices for the 2023 electric Genesis G80 start from $80,920.

5

Porsche Taycan

You Really Can’t Go Wrong With A Porsche EV

The Porsche Taycan is the perfect proof that you don’t have to sacrifice interior space in order to get a high-performance car. With five different trims to choose from, and a price ranging from $86,700 to $187,400, there is definitely one Taycan for everybody. Of course, if you want performance, you will have to pay the money and get the best trim available.

Performance Specs

The Taycan Turbo S will give you up to 750 horsepower and a 0 to 60 mph sprint time of 2.6 seconds – just as good as the 911 Turbo S. The Taycan Turbo S will give you a range of 222 miles, but different trims will offer as much as 246 miles. The Taycan is a 2+2 model, but there is the option to add a third spot in the back if needed. The cabin will be everything you would expect from a Porsche, with tons of cool tech features, lots of luxury materials, and a decent enough interior room. For those who want the absolute top-rated model, the Turbo GT with Weissach Package offers some pretty insane numbers.

4

Tesla Model 3

The Second Best-Selling EV From 2023

No matter how much a portion of the population does not like Tesla, we must admit they are some of the best electric cars out there in terms of range. One of the best electric cars of 2022 in terms of sales, the Model 3 remains a very good choice for 2024 too. Currently, the Model 3 is offered in multiple variations, including the base model, an AWD Long Range and a RWD Long Range, as well as the blistering Performance trim.

Performance Specs

Depending on the trim, the Model 3 delivers up to 455 horsepower and 487 pound-feet of torque, can sprint from 0 to 60 mph in just 3.1 seconds, and has a range of up to 315 miles. The Long Range RWD Model 3 promises to deliver up to 363 miles. The Model 3 may not have the best exterior look, or the best interior, but it does benefit from lots of cool tech features, tons of safety features, and can carry up to 43 cubic feet of groceries. For the money, it is one of the best electric vehicles in the compact segment.

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Tesla Model S

An Outrageous Amount Of Range And Speed

Surpassed only by the Lucid Air, and with a range of up to 405 miles, the Model S is one of the best luxury electric vehicles you can get. If you are willing to sacrifice a little bit of range and only get a total of 396 miles, you can opt for the Plaid trim that will give you 1,020 horsepower and 1,050 pound-feet of torque. You will also own a very fast machine, as the Plaid goes from 0 to 60 mph in just 1.99 seconds.

Performance Specs

Of course, with a starting price of $109,990, the Plaid is about $20,000 more expensive than the base Model S. Do not expect a cabin as nice as that of the EQS or the Air, but the Model S is quite reasonably equipped, with its best feature being that huge infotainment system. If you go for the Plaid, you will also get the Yoke steering wheel as an option.

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BMW i7

Another Clean Bimmer With An Available M Package

The 2025 BMW i7 features either a single or dual-motor setup that delivers up to 536 horsepower in xDrive60 trim. An optional M package adds M Sport suspension, an exclusive M Sport steering wheel, and more trimming to make the i7 even sportier than it already is. The base 2025 BMW i7 eDrive50 packs a 449-horsepower single-motor powertrain that offers respectable numbers on the road, balancing power, efficiency, and style better than most. That said, the dual-motor XDrive60’s aggressive nature is one that will resonate deeper with BMW purists.

Performance Specs

The cabin is of the highest quality, both in terms of tech and refinement. Premium leather upholstery in various shades, advanced tech, contemporary design, and sought-after comforts are just a few of the attributes you encounter when researching this electric Bimmer, making the building process a lavish experience that educates you about the future of automotive design. While an amazing vehicle, the i7 comes at a premium price, starting at over $100,000 for the base eDrive50.

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Lucid Air

The Best Range Of Any Electric Vehicle Available Today

Without a doubt, one of the best luxury electric vehicles you can buy is the Lucid Air. The Air is offered in five trims, with output ranging from 480 horsepower in the entry-level model to 1,200 horsepower in the top-of-the-line Air Sapphire. In its best configuration, the Air offers a range of up to 516 miles, and according to Lucid, its range shouldn’t go under 410 miles. However, during a recent test drive of the Air Touring, the guys over at Car and Driver could only travel for 280 miles before needing to be recharged.

Performance Specs

The good news is that the Lucid Air benefits from fast charging capabilities, and it can add as much as 300 miles in just 21 minutes. The cabin offers rich-looking materials and cutting-edge technology, but also one of the best interior spaces in its class. The Air also features a sophisticated infotainment system that includes a larger upper touchscreen and a smaller tablet-like touchscreen that can be retracted into the dashboard. It features voice-recognition software and an assistant that will learn everything about the user’s preferences. The 2023 Lucid Air prices range from $87,400 to $249,000.