That’s because the Cupra Born is based on the same underpinnings as the Volkswagen ID.3 electric hatchback. And like the VW, it’s battling for attention against some of the best electric cars on the market. The Born and ID.3 share broadly similar dimensions, with a wheel-at-each-corner stance,...

The entry-level MINI Cooper E comes with a relatively small battery and 190-mile official range, but many buyers are expected to go for the MINI Cooper SE. This comes with a bigger battery pack and an official range of up to 249 miles. Now that's the ‘head’ stuff out of the way, does the new MINI...

The Volkswagen ID.3 arrived to a fairly lukewarm reception when it first went on sale in 2020 - even when, back then, competition was limited to the ageing Nissan Leaf , oddball BMW i3 and SUV alternatives like the Hyundai Kona Electric . Critics complained about its high price tag, drab interior...

The Hyundai Ioniq was conceived as a rival to the Toyota Prius, but with a significant trick up its sleeve – the choice of hybrid , plug-in hybrid or pure electric versions. That means there is a model to suit different drivers, whether they only cover short distances or regularly rack up lots...

At launch, the Hyundai Ioniq Electric was offered with a 28kWh battery, which gave an official range of 174 miles on the old NEDC test. However, in 2019 this was upgraded with a more substantial 38.3kWh battery. Although the official range was only 182 miles, this was achieved under the more strict...

The Nissan Leaf has secured a chapter in the big book of motoring history. It popularised the concept of electric motoring, taking the EV into the mainstream. Before the Leaf, an electric car meant a small driving range, limited practicality and high prices. There was also the problem of a small...