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Top electric saloons 2023
While the field of electric saloon cars largely belonged to Tesla until recently, the market is now tending to diversify and offer a wide range of models. In fact, electric saloons are now to suit all lifestyles and budgetsto compete with and overshadow the leading American manufacturer in this field.
And the gamble paid off: in September 2022, it was the Megane E-Tech that rose leads sales of electric cars in France with 2,897 registrations, closely followed by the Tesla Model 3 which registered 2,202 new cars in the same month.
However, Tesla's decline was short-lived. The American brand has recently regained the leadership of electric car sales in France.
In November 2022, the Tesla Model Y was the best-selling electric car in France with 2891 registrations, followed by Tesla Model 3 with 2,809 vehicles registered.
So let's take a look at the best electric saloon models available from 2023 on the French car market.
Hyundai Ioniq 6
Let's start with a highly anticipated model for 2023, none other than Korea's new electric saloon, the Hyundai Ioniq 6.
The new saloon made in Hyundai offers an ultra-optimised and innovative driving experience.
La Hyundai Ioniq 6 will also stand out from a technological point of view. In fact, the 100% electric saloon is equipped with the V2L technologyalready present on the Ioniq 5. The V2L will optimise recharging by allowing other electrical appliances to be recharged via the vehicle.
In terms of design, the Ioniq 6 features a streamlined Streamliner design, combining comfort and ergonomics to create a spacious, personal and functional cabin.
The performance of the Ioniq 6 are also relatively impressive. In fact, it has a 168 kW (229 bhp) engine and a battery of 77.4 kWh, which makes it a powerful, robust salooncapable of offering a autonomy of up to 610 km.
- Range: 610 km
- Fast recharge (10 to 80%): 18 min
- Catalogue price: €52,200*.
*Price excluding deduction of the ecological bonus
Read also : V2G, V2L, V2X: what are they and what is their use?
Volkswagen ID. Aero
Now it's the turn of the German car brand Volkswagencontinues to diversify its ID range with its first electric 100% saloon, the Volkswagen ID. Aero.
The focus was on the character aerodynamics of the vehicleAs its name implies, this enables it to achieve optimum road holding and performance, to reach a maximum range of 620 km.
For the moment, little is known about its powertrain.
On the other hand, the Volkswagen ID Aero should be equipped with a powerful 77 kWh battery, enabling it to carry out acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h in just 5.6 seconds.
From a styling point of view, Volkswagen's electric saloon boasts elegant, sophisticated curves, strongly reminiscent of the style of Tesla saloons, the first competitor in the electric saloon segment.
Release is not expected before the second half of 2023.
So we'll have to wait a little longer to find out all the details of this future German electric saloon.
- Range: 620 km
- Fast recharge (10 to 80%): NC
- Catalogue price: NC
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Peugeot e-308
Already available as a rechargeable hybrid, the electric 100% version of the Peugeot e-308 scheduled for 2023.
This new French electric saloon, with its athletic and stated will have a 54 kWh battery and a 115 kW (156 bhp) electric motor, which is more powerful than the previous 100 kW (136 bhp) engine on the Peugeot e-208.
As far as its autonomy is concerned, the Peugeot e-308 will cover distances of up to 400 kmslightly ahead of the e-208 and a range of 362 km. Lastly, in terms of fuel consumption, the e-308 is relatively fuel-efficient. low energy consumption with 12.7 kWh consumed every 100 km.
What remains to be seen is its price, which has not yet been announced by the brand.
- Range: 400 km
- Fast recharge (10 to 80%): 25 min
- Catalogue price: NC
Read also : Electric cars made in France
Opel Astra-e
Now it's time for another German electric saloon, the Opel Astra-e, also scheduled for release in 2023.
Opel has also announced the launch of a new electric saloon next year, in direct competition with the forthcoming Peugeot e-308.
The Opel Astra-e, in its electric 100% version, will be available in two versionsa 5-door saloon and a Sports Tourer estate.
It will also be equipped with the same 115 kW (156 bhp) electric motor as the Peugeot e-308, manufactured in a French plant in Moselle.
The battery will have a total capacity of 54 kWh, of which 51 kWh will be usable.
- Range: 416 km
- Fast recharge (10 to 80%): 30 min
- Catalogue price: NC
Fiat 500e
This one needs no introduction, the unmissable electric city car in its 100% electric saloon bodystyle.
By 2023, the Fiat 500e Hatchback always comes out on top with its profile dynamics and urban to establish itself as an essential, highly efficient electric saloon. practice for everyday journeys.
Nevertheless, its city car credentials don't allow it to break any records in terms of performance. It is equipped with a fairly limited 87 kW engine (118 bhp) and a 42 kWh battery at maximum power, giving it a range of 320 km.
La Fiat 500e is designed to meet the needs of motorists as closely as possible.
That's why Fiat's electric saloon is available in three different packs, depending on your preferences: Pack Comfortin Pack Style or in Pack Tech.
- Range: 320 km
- Fast recharge (10 to 80%): 25 min
- Catalogue price: €33,900*.
*Price excluding deduction of the ecological bonus
BYD Han EV
We now bring you a Chinese electric saloon model from BYD, the BYD Han EV, which should be appearing in large numbers on French roads from next year.
Indeed, the BYD Han EV will be the first electric car model to be launched by the brand in Europewith the aim of winning over motorists and breaking into the electric mobility market in Europe.
The BYD Han EV will be equipped with a rather substantial 85.4 kWh battery. This will enable it to achieve an average range of 521 km. What's more, its 380 kW (516 bhp) engine enables it to accelerate from 0 to 100 km/h in just 3.9 seconds, making it the fastest car on the road. a very powerful electric saloonwith some very commendable performances.
French prices have not yet been announced. However, we already know that the BYD Han EV will be offered at a price of at a price of €72,000 in Germany. So one thing is certain: this new Chinese electric saloon will be part of the premium segment, with a relatively high price tag.
- Range: 521 km
- Fast recharge (10 to 80%): 50 min
- Catalogue price: NC
Read also : Top 9 Chinese electric cars in 2023
Tesla Model 3
In this ranking of electric saloons, we couldn't omit the famous Tesla Model 3the historic 100% electric saloon model, which combines performance and reliability.
And the good news is that Tesla Model 3 will be offered in a new restyled version in 2023.
This should bring it back up to date and perhaps enable Tesla to continue its leadership of the electric saloon segment and face up to the growing competition.
As a reminder of its performance, the Tesla Model 3 has a range of 491 km, while its 60 kWh battery and 225 kW (305 bhp) engine enable it to accelerate from 0 to 100 km/h in 3.1 seconds.
As for the 2023 update, we can expect a new design for the Tesla Model 3 2023.
This new version has been designed with the following objectives in mind optimised to reduce production costsThis could enable the American manufacturer to offer its electric saloon at a more attractive price. In any case, that's what we can expect.
- Range: 491 km
- Fast recharge (10 to 80%): 25 min
- List price: €44,990* (current version)
*Price excluding deduction of the ecological bonus
Mercedes EQE
Mercedes is no slouch when it comes to electric saloons either. The German manufacturer is offering the Mercedes EQEa saloon luxurious compact100% electric version.
With its 215 kW (292 bhp) engine and 90 kWh battery, the Mercedes EQE achieves a relatively substantial range of 645 km. What's more, it can accelerate from 0 to 100 km/h in 6.5 seconds.
And this is reflected in its fuel consumption, with up to 19 kWh consumed per 100 km/h, the Mercedes EQE is an electric vehicle that is as premium as it is energy-hungry.
What's more, the performance it offers comes at a price, because you will have to pay no less than €79,300 to buy this Mercedes electric saloon.
- Range: 645 km
- Fast recharge (10 to 80%): 32 min
- List price: €79,300*.
*Price excluding deduction of the ecological bonus
BMW i7
Still in the high-end range, we offer you the 100% electric saloon model from BMW, the BMW i7.
In terms of power, the BMW i7 has a 101.7 kWh battery and a 400 kW (544 bhp) engine, enabling it to accelerate from 0 to 100 km/h in 4.7 seconds.
In terms of design, the electric saloon remains in the German brand's DNA, with premium styling with fluid, elegant lines.
However, the BMW i7 is not an electric saloon to suit all pockets, with a price tag of €139,900.
- Range: 625 km
- Fast recharge (10 to 80%): 35 min
- List price: €139,900*.
*Price excluding deduction of the ecological bonus
Summary table of electric saloon cars 2023
| Modèles | Prix catalogue | Autonomie | Recharge rapide (10 à 80%) | Puissance du moteur (kWh/ch) | Puissance de la batterie (kWh) | Consommation* (nombre de kWh / 100 km) | Accélération de 0 à 100 km/h |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
|
Hyundai Ioniq 6
|
52 200 €
|
610 km
|
18 min
|
168 kW (229 bhp)
|
77.4 kWh
|
14 kWh / 100 km
|
5.1 sec
|
|
Volkswagen ID. Aero
|
NC
|
620 km
|
NC
|
NC
|
77 kWh
|
NC
|
5.6 sec
|
|
Peugeot e-308
|
NC
|
400 km
|
25 min
|
115 kW (156 bhp)
|
54 kWh
|
12.7 kWh / 100 km
|
NC
|
|
Opel Astra-e
|
NC
|
416 km
|
30 minutes
|
115 kW (156 bhp)
|
58 kWh
|
14.9 kWh / 100 km
|
8 sec
|
|
Fiat 500e
|
33 900 €
|
320 km
|
25 min
|
87 kW (118 bhp)
|
42 kWh
|
14 kWh / 100 km
|
9.5 sec
|
|
BYD Han EV
|
NC
|
521 km
|
50 min
|
380 kW (516 bhp)
|
85.4 kWh
|
16 kWh / 100 km
|
3.9 sec
|
|
Tesla Model 3
|
44 990 €
|
491 km
|
25 min
|
225 kW (305 bhp)
|
60 kWh
|
15 kWh / 100 km
|
3.3 sec
|
|
Mercedes EQE
|
79 300 €
|
645 km
|
32 min
|
215 kW (292 bhp)
|
90 kWh
|
19 kWh / 100 km
|
6.5 sec
|
|
BMW i7
|
139 900 €
|
625 km
|
35 min
|
400 kW (544 bhp)
|
101.7 kWh
|
19 kWh / 100 km
|
4.7 sec
|
As we draw to a close, we hope that our Top Electric Saloon 2023 has helped you choose your future electric vehicle and introduced you to the electrified saloon models currently available or coming onto the market in 2023.
One thing's for sure: next year promises to be a year packed with new developments in electric cars!
