Electric cars

Electric cars are growing in popularity. No wonder: the best are quiet, cheap to run and smooth to drive. But which are the bright sparks to consider – and which are the loose connections?

CUPRA Born: how it brings the fun back to electric driving

CUPRA’s all-electric performance hatch boasts plenty of potent power and sharper handing, with an ev..

What Car? Promotion, Sun Jun 09 2024

2024 Ford Capri revealed as electric coupé SUV

It may have a classic name and some retro detailing, but the new Ford Capri is a thoroughly modern E..

Steve Huntingford, Wed Jul 10 2024

Alfa Romeo Junior reader test team

The Alfa Romeo Junior is the Italian brand's smallest SUV and its first electric model. We've asked..

Claire Evans, Thu Jul 11 2024

Genesis GV60 long-term test

The Genesis GV60 is one of the best electric SUVs you can buy right now. But can the upmarket tech-f..

Stuart Milne, Wed Jun 12 2024

Jeep Avenger long-term test

The Avenger is Jeep's first electric SUV, but can it tempt a new wave of buyers to consider the icon..

Mark Pearson, Tue Jun 25 2024

What Car? Electric Car Home Charger Survey

If you own an electric car and have a home charger, we'd love to hear from you. Complete our survey..

Claire Evans, Thu Jun 20 2024

All the electric cars coming soon

Electric cars are rapidly gaining popularity, and your choice is broadening all the time. Here are t..

Chris Haining, Sat Jun 15 2024

Best electric cars 2024 – the EVs to buy and those to avoid

Sales of electric cars are booming, and no wonder: the best are quiet, cheap to run and smooth to dr..

Alasdair Rodden, Wed Jun 12 2024

New BYD Seal vs BMW i4 vs Tesla Model 3

BYD is a relative newcomer to the UK, so can its Seal executive saloon beat the established competit..

Will Nightingale, Sun Jun 02 2024

Skoda Karoq: 5 reasons it’s a 5-star family SUV

We dive into the big reasons why Skoda’s large family-sized SUV should top your shortlist

What Car? Promotion, Tue May 21 2024

New Kia EV3 electric car revealed: plus details on new Kia EV4 and EV5

Kia has added three new models to its electric car and SUV line-up. Here's everything UK car buyers..

Doug Revolta, Thu May 23 2024

New Volvo EX30 vs Smart #1

The all-new Volvo EX30 was developed using the same know-how that made the Smart #1 a class leader..

Neil Winn, Sun May 19 2024

smart #3: why it’s a 5-star electric SUV coupé

We break down all the reasons why this all-electric coupé SUV should be at the top of your family ca..

What Car? Promotion, Fri May 17 2024

New BMW i5 vs Mercedes EQE

BMW’s fully electric i5 aims to raise the bar for executive cars. But first it has to see off the Me..

Neil Winn, Sun May 12 2024

Ford could restrict sales of petrol models in favour of EVs

Punitive fines means car makers must sell more EVs – but sales are slower than expected, prompting F..

Stuart Milne, Wed May 08 2024

Lexus RZ long-term review

How does Lexus's four-wheel-drive electric SUV cut it as a commuter car and a countryside companion..

Chris Haining, Sat Apr 20 2024

Electric car servicing: are local garages ready for EVs?

We examine the challenges for independent garages when it comes to servicing EVs, and what's being d..

Claire Evans, Fri May 03 2024

New Mini Aceman gets electric power and 253-mile range

All-new Mini Aceman electric SUV fits neatly in between the Cooper and Countryman, and should be com..

Darren Moss, Wed Apr 24 2024

New Volkswagen ID 7 vs Tesla Model 3

As Volkswagen's new electric flagship, the ID 7 has a lot to prove. Let's see whether its talents ru..

Neil Winn, Sun Apr 21 2024

Real MPG: the cars that beat official fuel economy figures

Official fuel economy figures are closer to reality than ever according to What Car?'s unique Real M..

Alasdair Rodden, Sat Mar 23 2024

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