World’s Best Electric Vehicles

Feb 13, 2017 03:51 PM EST | Joyce Vega

It is hard to rank cars across classes and types, as well as to rank cars based on subjective factors. But if you want to by an electric vehicle to help save gasoline, and possible the planet, take a look at this overview of the best electric vehicles on the market.

According to CarAndDriver, Tesla Model 3 is one of the best electric vehicles on the market. It is an affordable electric sports sedan, Base models come with rear-wheel-drive and get around 215-mile range, all-wheel-drive is offered with larger batteries for longer range. Tesla’s Autopilot self-driving feature is standard. The production will start in 2017 which makes the car unavailable yet.

Nissan Leaf’s driving range and spacious cabin make it one of the most affordable electric car. The electric motor has great low-end power for around-town driving. The 30-kWh battery offers an EPA-rated 107-mile range. The car rides smooth and quite, but the design and technology are aging fast. A 7.0-inch touchscreen is only available on SV and SL models.

Jumping to BMW i3 is where you can’t go wrong. Made out of carbon-fiber and aluminum, the i3 is set for the future. It has a low center of gravity which makes the car handle with ease. From 0-60mph it needs only 6.5 seconds. The EPA estimates a battery range of 81 miles. It charges in 3 hours on a 220-volt outlet.

EV Obsession reported that Chevy Spark EV is one of the top electric cars as well. At its current price is one of the most packed electric cars on the market. It has a floor-mounted battery that powers 220 horsepower electric motor. It has 82 miles of range, which should be plenty for most drivers on just about any given day of the year.

The car is equipped with 10.2-inch touchscreen and a driver-facing 8.0-inch digital gauge cluster. Apple CarPlay, Android Auto, and 4G LTE Wi-Fi are available as well. VW e-Golf is a good choice also. The car has 83 miles of range and an EPA estimate of 116 MPGe. The car also offers heated front seats, a 7.2kW onboard charger, and a decent rearview camera. These are one of the best electric vehicles on the market. It all comes down to personal preference and price.

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