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Top electric cars with the best value for money

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Which electric cars offer the best value for money? We're going to take a look at the most cost-effective electric cars on the market today. This ranking does not take into account the purchase price, but only the fuel consumption of the vehicles.

Although electric vehicles have not yet reached the same price levels as their combustion counterparts, they are generally much cheaper to run and maintain. 

As a result, some electric vehicles are much more economical than others. For example, theAudi e-tron consumes almost twice as much energy as vehicles like the Tesla Model 3 and the Hyundai Kona Electric.

It's true that the calculations aren't that simple. Electricity rates vary widely according to region, energy supplier, local policies and negotiated rates. However, even with high electricity prices, electric cars electric cars are less expensive to run than their combustion-powered equivalents..

However, not all electric vehicles are created equal. Some consume more energy than others, and it can be hard to know which is which. That's why we've listed the most economical electric cars. 

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Hyundai Ioniq 5

The Hyundai IONIQ 5 is the new version of the IONIQ electric, which previously had a 38 kWh battery. Now equipped with a 58kWh battery, the compact electric SUV boasts a range of 384 km in the normalized cycle on the new version. This makes the IONIQ 5 one of the most efficient electric cars on the market.

  • Fuel consumption: 18.5 kWh/100 km
  • Range: 384 km (WLTP)
  • Price: from €51,200 (excluding environmental bonus)
  • Slow recharge (0 to 100%): 6h
  • Fast recharge (0 to 80%): 17 min.
  • Availability: immediate 

Hyundai Kona 64 kWh

Let's continue once again with a 100% electric SUV model. It's very similar to its compatriots from the Kia brand, but there are a few differences: the styling is more restrained and the boot capacity is smaller. The Hyundai Kona Electric 's fuel consumption is better, making it more efficient and economical.

  • Fuel consumption: 15.4 kWh/100 km
  • Range: 484 km (WLTP)
  • Price: from €42,600 (excluding environmental bonus)
  • Slow recharge (0 to 100%): 8h
  • Fast recharge (0 to 80%): 17 min.
  • Availability: Immediate  

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Kia e-Soul 64 kWh

The Kia e-Soul is the Korean brand's second long-range SUV. The two electric SUVs share the same characteristics in terms of battery and recharging time. The big difference is in design: the Kia e-Soul is funkier than its cousin, the Kia Niro EV. The Kia e-Soul also boasts a smaller trunk.

  • Fuel consumption: 15.7 kWh/100 km
  • Range: 452 km (WLTP)
  • Price: from €41,690 (excluding environmental bonus)
  • Slow recharge (0 to 100%): 9h53
  • Fast recharge (0 to 80%): 42 min.
  • Availability: Immediate

Kia e-Niro 64 kWh

The Kia Niro EV is the long-range SUV par excellence. With a range of almost 500 km, it's one of the best quality/range references on the market today. It's a family SUV with which you can cover long distances without worrying about recharging.

  • Fuel consumption: 15.7 kWh/100 km
  • Range: 460 km (WLTP)
  • Price: from €44,490 (excluding environmental bonus)
  • Slow recharge (0 to 100%): 6h20
  • Fast charge (0 to 80%): 43 min.
  • Availability: Immediate 

Tesla Model 3

Tesla's electric sedan, with its elegant styling and satin black finish on the door handles and mirror bases, is certainly one of the star performers in this ranking.
The Tesla Model 3 offers a relatively large cargo volume, with 542 liters divided between 50 liters under the hood at the front, 70 in the under-floor hatch and 425 liters in the trunk.
It offers enough space to easily accommodate 5 adult passengers in optimum comfort. 

  • Fuel consumption: 21 kWh/100 km
  • Range: 491 km (WLTP)
  • Price: from €44,990 (excluding environmental bonus)
  • Slow recharge (0 to 100%): 5h41
  • Fast recharge (0 to 80%): 25 min.
  • Availability: Immediate

In conclusion

If you're currently looking for the best value electric car, we hope that our ranking of the most cost-effective electric cars has given you some guidance in choosing your vehicle.

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Anaëlle Babled

By writing articles, I aim to help private individuals and professionals make the switch to electric vehicles and promote the development of soft mobility.

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