Top Ten Affordable Electric Vehicles To Buy

Every year, electric cars (EVs) become more affordable. The Skoda CITIGOe iV is now the cheapest automobile on the market, costing £15,000, with several other electric cars costing approximately £16,000. As a general rule, the cheapest electric automobiles are Fiat, Skoda, Mazda, and Vauxhall.

And based on your requirements, we've put up this handy list of the best ten cheapest EVs on the market - all under £30,000.

Electric Vehicles with the Best Range

1.    Peugeot e-208

• Miles: 217 
• Price - £26,025
• Fast Charging:you can get up to 80% in 30 minutes.

The e-208, which will be on the market in 2020, is a fantastic compact hatchback that we believe offers excellent value for money. The Peugeot 208, one of the most popular cars in the UK, now comes with a completely electric 50kWh battery that produces 138 horsepower.

A fantastic city car with a range of around 217 miles (WLTP), it's also suitable for longer journeys. The MyPeugeot App, which allows drivers to check the status of the vehicle as well as activate, stop, and schedule a charge, may be used to manage it remotely.

2.    Skoda CITIGOe iV

• Miles: 135
• Price: £15,000
• Fast charging: 80% in an hour

The Skoda E CitigoeiV is Skoda's first electric vehicle and the cheapest electric vehicle on the market next year. The all-electric city car has enough capacity for up to four passengers and provides a quick method to go around town thanks to its maximum torque. Skoda's Connect App also keeps the car completely linked. This gives drivers access to a navigation system and information about the current range, as well as the ability to control functions remotely.

3.    Aiways U5

• Miles: 210
• Price: £28,000
• Fast charging: up to 80% in 40 Minutes

This is a mid-size SUV by Aiways, a Chinese manufacturer. The U5 is likely to be a direct competitor to the Kia e-Niro and the Hyundai Kona, with a 63kWh battery, a reasonable expected range of roughly 210 miles, and a 0-62 speed of 7.5 seconds.
Aiways has also loaded this automobile with the most up-to-date technology. The U5 even does its own parking. Toggle the automatic parking switch, and the U5 will take care of the rest. We're looking forward to seeing this one on the road.

4.   VW e-Up! - Second Generation

• Miles: 135
• Price: £16,000
• Fast charging: up to 80% in an hour

The second-generation e-Up! was built with its sister vehicles, the Skoda E CITIGOe iV and the SEAT e-Mii, and is aimed towards VW aficionados. The first-generation e-Up! has been on the market since 2016, but this new model will have a larger battery that will quadruple the current model's range.

5.    Fiat 500e

• Miles: 115 to 199
• Price: 19,995
• Rapid charging: up to 80% in 26 minutes

The new Fiat 500e, designed for city driving, is a fun little run-around for the daily commute. This compact city car includes built-in Level 2 Autonomous Driving, which acts as a co-driver, braking, accelerating, and staying in the lane as you drive. A mid-spec Icon trim, which comes with a 199-mile battery for an extra £3,500, is available for people who wish to travel further afield. You'll also get an 85kW quick charge as part of the deal.

6.    VW ID.3 Pure

• Miles: 175
• Price: £25,000
• Fast charging: Yes: up to 80% in 45 minutes

The Volkswagen ID line is now generating quite a stir. The ID.3 is the first model in the company's new electric car line. This five-door hatchback, the size of a Volkswagen e-Golf, promises to be a high-performance electric vehicle. The design is attractive, and it is equipped with the most up-to-date technologies.

The ID.3 Pure is billed as an entry-level model in the ID.3 lineup, having a somewhat smaller battery (about 45kWh) and a significantly less powerful motor (approximately 148bhp). For those eager to get behind the wheel of the much-anticipated VW ID.3, a variety of styles and trim levels are already available, along with two battery options (58kWh or 77kWh). The mid-range and long-range alternatives are more expensive.

7.    Vauxhall Corsa-e

• Miles: 209 (WLTP)
• Price: from £26,640
• Fast charging: up to 80% in 30 minutes

The Peugeot e-208 is a direct competitor of the Vauxhall Corsa-e. There's not much to distinguish between these two with a similar range of 209 miles and a similar pricing range. The Corsa-e has rapid charging capacity, which allows it to charge to 80% in 30 minutes from a 100kW charging station.

8.    MG ZS EV

• Miles: 140
• Price: £28,495
• Fast charging: up to 80% in 40 minutes

A full-electric SUV with low operating costs and a fair purchase price. This is MG's petrol crossover in all-electric form. It's similar to their closest competitor, the Hyundai Kona Electric, but at a lower price. The car has plenty of interior and cargo capacity, as well as standard safety features including adaptive cruise control, blind-spot detection, and autonomous emergency braking. It also has some of the most up-to-date features, including as a large touchscreen with Apple CarPlay, navigation, and keyless entry.

For those seeking for an electric SUV around £30,000, this is a fantastic alternative. 

9.    SEAT e-Mii Electric

• Miles: 135
• Price: £16,000
• Fast charging:up to 80% in an hour

As part of the Volkswagen AG group, a rebadged version of the Skoda E CITIGOe iV. This vehicle is an electric version of the Mii, but it features new alloy wheels, a new dashboard, a leather-trimmed steering wheel, and ambient lighting. The e-Mii, like its sister car, is fully connected via SEAT Connect via a smartphone app.

10.    MINI Electric

• Miles: 115
• Price: £24,400
• Fast charging: up to 80% in 35 minutes

It's earning wonderful reviews for keeping many of the features that Mini aficionados know and love, as well as its trademark look and agile handling. We believe its introduction will be a game-changer in the field of electric vehicles.