These are the best electric cars to invest in for 2021
Electric cars accounted for 6.6% of new car sales last year, and their popularity is set to increase even further in 2021. Erin Baker talks us through this year's best in show.
Thinking about going green? Here are the very best electric cars 2021 has to offer.
Skoda Enyaq IV

Price of: £31,995
Maximum range: 256 miles
Just a year ago, the thought of buying an all-electric, large family SUV for under £60,000 was unimaginable because batteries cost so much that all electric cars were super expensive. But suddenly here we are, with a large electric SUV for £35,000, which is a normal price for a petrol or diesel SUV. Opt for the more affordable 60's version and also for the basic equipment. Lots of space, fluid, comfortable and good infotainment system.
Audi RS E-tron GT

Price of: £110,950
Maximum range: 283 miles
Incredibly sexy electric supercars, but with room for four adults and a huge trunk. It comes with a six-figure price tag, but if you're in the market for a car with sustainable credentials that's super fast and fun to drive, then this is the baby. It competes against the Porsche Taycan, but we'd take that - much more space and comfort with little drop in performance.
Ford Mustang Mach-E

Price of: £40,270
Maximum range: 379 miles
Ford's first all-electric SUV. A sportier design means less headroom, but you get cool stuff like the "Untamed" drive mode, which even makes a fake engine sound. There are also some futuristic tech additions like a digital backlit keypad on the door to enter a code to unlock the car, rather than using something as old-fashioned as "a key". Opt for the extended range version for minimal charging.
Fiat 500e

Price of: £19,995
Maximum range: 199 miles
The above range is for the Long Range model, but for most buyers the City Range version, with a maximum range of 115 miles (so probably more like 80 or 90 in real life) might suit them well because of this snazzy Italian car is not for long distances. What a stylish contemporary team design for this lovable iconic car. And also with recycled marine waste inside.
Tesla model 3

Price of: £40,990
Maximum range: 348 miles
Tesla remains electric-owned class leader for now, thanks to its super-fast and easy-to-use public charging network, which lets you know in real-time via satnav how many charging stations are in use at each stop, and redirects you to the next available point on your journey. The vegan interior is delightfully minimalist, light, airy and comfortable on long journeys, and the huge touchscreen is easy to use. As with many electric cars, you can pay more for a long-distance version.
Volkswagen ID4

Price of: £37,800
Maximum range: 310 miles
VW launched its electric SUV first in the UK in the most expensive First Edition version, but cheaper ones are to follow, with less interior features and a shorter range, but should fall below the £35,000 cap on the £2,500 government subsidy . We like the chunky looks of this shiny family car. It's easy to drive, despite feeling quite wide, and has a cool white steering wheel and rocker switch to change driving modes.
Peugeot e-208

Price of: £25,050
Maximum range: 217 miles
This one was named Erin Baker Car of the Year at the 2021 Auto Trader New Car Awards thanks to its brilliant sporty looks and livery, beautiful lounge fabrics inside and swirling 3D graphics. It also has almost twice the range of other cool electric city cars. Also, Peugeot's reliability is pretty good now. The perfect small electric car.
Charge Volvo XC40

Price of: £53,155
Maximum range: 259 miles
Pricey for a small SUV, but it's a nice touch - extremely safe, light, comfortable and with Volvo's new connectivity, which uses Google so you get Google Maps for the sat nav. Sustainable interior with a beautiful wool option and open-pore woods. The 'Recharge' badge identifies both pure electric and plug-in hybrid Volvos, so it's the P8 Recharge you're looking for if you want an all-electric experience.
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