There has been a boom in electric vehicle (EV) take-up. Some see this as wonderful development in removing dirty fossil-fuelled cars from the roads, others, however, are not so sure. Not all of the criticisms that have emerged may be fair as the carbon debt associated with EVs or battery manufacture may be high, but, it is argued, it will be paid off fast if EVs use green power.
Moving from internal combustion to electric power does more than reduce tailpipe emissions: it will fundamentally shatter today’s auto maintenance and service sector.
Electric vehicles (EVs) are typically more expensive than their gas-powered cousins. However, you may be able to qualify for a federal electric vehicle tax credit of up to $7,500, depending on your tax situation and which EV you buy. Besides, electric cars are more efficient than gas cars and cost less to operate and maintain.
Here Are The Best Electric Cars 2020
1. Tesla Model 3
The Tesla Model 3 is an electric four-door sedan developed by Tesla. Model 3 is the least expensive way to get one of the company's tech wonders in your driveway. Model 3 boasts quick acceleration and a future-forward, minimalist interior. Multiple battery configurations are available, and all versions are rated to go more than 200 miles on a single charge; the Long Range model claims a range of 322 miles.
The Performance model accelerates zero to 60 mph in a lightning-fast 3.5 seconds. While the Model 3 is the cheapest Tesla you can buy, the $36,200 Standard Range model is available only by special order at physical Tesla stores; the least expensive version available to order online is the $39,190 Standard Range Plus. The Tesla Model 3 checks all the right boxes.
Model 3 truly impresses is its innovative convenience and safety features including some of the industry’s best semi-autonomous driving aids and future-proofed technology. Thanks to Tesla’s over-the-air updates, the Model 3 is always improving, and can be reconfigured according to your needs and wants — even after you buy the car.
2. Porsche Taycan
The Taycan is smaller and more tightly proportioned than the Panamera.
The Taycan is offered at three power levels that correspond to the Taycan 4S, Turbo, and Turbo S. Each configuration works with one electric motor on each axle—making the Taycan an AWD model—and a two-speed automatic transmission at the rear end. The motors are fed by a 79.2-kW-hr battery (standard on Taycan 4S) or a 93.4-kW-hr battery (standard on the Turbo and Turbo S models but optional on the 4S).
The 4S also uses a less powerful, more compact rear motor. With its standard battery, the 4S has a system output of 429 hp and 472 lb-ft of torque. If you upgrade to the 93.4-kW-hr Performance Battery Plus, those numbers jump to 482 hp and 479 lb-ft. Regardless of battery choice, both 4S configurations are claimed to hit 60 in 3.8 seconds
Both the Taycan Turbo and Turbo S come standard with the higher-capacity battery a larger, more powerful rear motor. The Turbo model generates 616 hp and 626 lb-ft of torque, but the ultimate performer is the Turbo S. Its motors deliver the same 616 hp off boost as the Turbo but a massive 750 hp with launch control, and it produces a pavement-rippling 774 lb-ft of torque.
Porsche claims Turbo models will reach 60 from a stop in 3.0 seconds and that the Turbo S will complete its acceleration run in a very supercar-like 2.6 seconds.
Like most Porsches, the prices start high and can quickly reach stratospheric heights. The 2020 Porsche Taycan makes the Model S look like a bargain. The Taycan 4S starts at $103,800, while the Turbo starts at $150,900 and the Turbo S starts at $185,000.
3. Jaguar I-Pace
I-Pace marks a new direction for the company, and it means it now has a premium electric SUV on its books that has not only beaten its German rivals to market, but has the measure of electric pioneer Tesla, too.
The Jaguar I-Pace has been designed in line with the company’s current design language, which has spawned models like - E-Pace and F-Pace, as well as the F-Type, and several visual elements have been inspired from these three models. The all-electric car comes with a sloping bonnet, sleek LED headlamps, honeycomb pattern grille, and a wide central airdam.
In terms of dimensions, the I-Pace measures 4,682 mm in length, 2,139 mm in width, and 1,565 mm height, and comes with a wheelbase of 2,990 mm.
And the I-Pace’s interior is futuristic but also genuinely plush – something you couldn’t honestly say about a Tesla – with lashings of leather, cool brushed aluminum and soft plastic trims dotted around its cabin.
The Jaguar I-Pace is underpinned by an all-new aluminum platform along with two electric motors and Jaguar's own battery technology. The electric motors are mounted on each axle and the I-Pace uses a 90kWh battery pack, made up of 432 lithium-ion cells and mounted in a frame that's an integral structural component in the car's floor. Its two electric motors drive the front and rear wheels kicking out 400hp, helping it accelerate from 0-60mph in a scorching 4.5 seconds.
The range is expected to be good for around 483 km, while power output is rated at 395 bhp and 696 Nm of torque.
The 90kWh lithium-ion battery pack takes 45 minutes to charge from 0-80 percent using a 100kW rapid charger, or 10 hours using a 7kW AC wallbox.
So if you want an all-electric SUV that doesn’t skimp on luxury or thrills then the Jaguar I-Pace deserves your full attention.
4. Audi e-tron
The Audi e-tron is the first full-electrical model from the brand. This is an electric car that doesn’t seek to blur boundaries or act radical, but simply persuade regular SUV buyers to make the jump. Audi refers to this as ‘conceptual clarity’.In terms of size, the Audi e-tron sits between the Audi Q5 and Q7 in the brand's line-up.
Audi has unveiled the entry-level e-tron 50 which comes with a smaller 71kWh battery pack capable of producing 312PS of power and 540Nm of torque. It provides a range of 300km with 0-100kmph coming up in 7 seconds. It gets most of the bells and whistles along with Quattro all-wheel-drive and all-wheel-steering.
The e-tron is powered by two electric motors that drive all four wheels. Producing a combined output of 360PS, the e-tron can do 0-100kmph in 6.6 seconds. It also has a Boost mode where power figures go up to 408PS and the 0-100kmph time is shaved by 0.9 seconds. The electric motors are powered by a 95kWH battery pack and the e-tron is capable of doing 400kms in a full charge.
The cabin of the Audi e-Tron comes with a futuristic design with all controls being distributed between the three display panels on the dashboard. The e-Tron is also the first production vehicle in the world to come with virtual camera rearview mirrors. The SUV basically uses high definition cameras in place of actual wing mirrors, projecting the rear-view image on two display screens mounted on the front doors.
Pricing:-
- Premium Plus: $75,795
- Premium Plus Sportback $78,395
- Prestige: $80,095
- Prestige Sportback: $84,295
5. Mercedes EQC
The EQC is classed by Mercedes-Benz as a crossover-SUV, and for comparison, it sits 218mm longer, the same width and 22mm lower than its fossil fuel-powered GLC SUV sibling, with a boot 50 liters smaller. Its fully electric powertrain delivers quiet performance, along with the crisp acceleration that's part of the package with many luxury EVs.
The Mercedes EQC has a new drive system with compact dual electric drivetrains at each axle, which together generates 402 horsepower and 561 pound-feet of torque. The EQC can travel from 0 to 60 miles per hour in 4.8 seconds.
The vehicle’s 80-kilowatt-hour battery has an estimated range of around 259. The battery has standard DC fast-charging that can reach an 80% charge in 40 minutes.
Its cabin looks appropriately deluxe, with high-gloss plastics, attractive textiles, and modern design. The EQC will come standard with the company’s new MBUX infotainment system, which is already in the A-Class. The infotainment system has put an emphasis on voice assistant technology and navigation, which will be critical for new EV converts worried about locating charging stations. EQ-optimized navigation, driving modes, charging current, and departure time can also be controlled and set via MBUX, the company said.
Pricing:-
- Progressive: $68,895
- Premium: $73,265
- Advanced: $77,615
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