For a long time range anxiety has been quoted as one of the biggest barriers to drivers considering buying an electric car.
Early EVs were capable of covering pretty feeble distances before needing a charge, putting many people off.
However battery and motor technology has moved on a lot and many modern EVs can cover far more miles on a single charge than most drivers need on a daily, or even weekly, basis.
2021 saw several new cars easily break the 300-mile barrier and we’re now entering the realm of 400-mile-plus EVs.
For many people, especially those without a home charger, public infrastructure is more of a concern than maximum range but it’s reassuring to know you’ve got a big battery should your first choice of charger be out of action.
The market and technology are moving quickly and this year’s list already looks significantly different to last year’s. Undoubtedly that will change again as we move through 2022 but at the moment here are the 10 EVs with the longest range, including models from BMW, Tesla, Skoda, Polestar and Ford.
9. Polestar 2 – 335 miles
The Polestar 2 is the Swedish EV brand’s first mainstream car and brings a heavy focus on sustainable production and cutting edge technology. The SUV-coupe launched with high-powered dual-motor setup good for around 292 miles of range but model line-up was extended last year and the single-motor long-range brought a a £3,000 price drop and a jump in maximum range to 335 miles for its £42,900. | Polestar
10. Skoda Enyaq – 331 miles
The Enyaq is based on the same MEB platform as the ID.3 but is a larger, five-seat family SUV. It’s around the same size as the ID.4 but the same cost as the ID.3, continuing Skoda’s reputation for offering the strongest value in the VW Group. An iV 80 will set you back less than £500 more than an ID.3 Tour and offers better space, practicality and a nicer interior. Skoda Enyaq iV 80 reviewThe Enyaq is based on the same MEB platform as the ID.3 but is a larger, five-seat family SUV. It’s around the same size as the ID.4 but the same cost as the ID.3, continuing Skoda’s reputation for offering the strongest value in the VW Group. An iV 80 will set you back less than £500 more than an ID.3 Tour and offers better space, practicality and a nicer interior. | Skoda