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BEST electric cars 2026 (and the ones to avoid!) | What Car?

Trying to find the very best electrical automobiles on sale in 2026? We've evaluated every EV on the marketplace to bring you the supreme Top 10 list. From budget-friendly runarounds to luxury electric SUVs, find out which models are leading the charge. We'll likewise run you through the automobiles to avoid and tell you about a few of the new EVs due to be released in 2026.

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The EV market has blown up with new choices over the last few years, implying you no longer need deep pockets to go electric. In this video, we countdown the leading 10 finest EVs you can buy right now, with designs from BMW, Kia, Renault, Tesla and more.

We likewise have a look at the future of electrical driving with sneak peeks of upcoming models including the Kia EV2, Variety Rover Electric and Volvo EX60. Plus, we name and pity the electrical vehicles you ought to steer clear of in 2026.

Whether you are searching for a household SUV, a chauffeur-driven saloon, or a retro-inspired hatchback, this is your conclusive guide to the best electrical vehicles 2026 has to offer.

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0:00 Introduction.
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2:20 The EVs to avoid!
3:16 Our Top 10.
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51 responses to “BEST electric cars 2026 (and the ones to avoid!) | What Car?”

  1. @mikadavies660 Avatar
    @mikadavies660

    Amazing how so many cheaper EVs are now available….

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    1. @lenrichardson7349 Avatar
      @lenrichardson7349

      Cheap?

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    2. @mickdaly6537 Avatar
      @mickdaly6537

      It’s not so much EVs got cheaper it’s more ice cars now cost more because government taxs where’s EVs get discounts and grants

      Reply
  2. @emmaatkinson4334 Avatar
    @emmaatkinson4334

    I thought Hyundai’s Inster might get a mention. Maybe it is too different from the mainstream. Based on the specs and 3rd party reviews I’ve seen the 02 + Tech Pack competes with the Renault 5 that was your No. 1. More practical and versatile.

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    1. @whatcar Avatar
      @whatcar

      The Inster is a great little car – and in our opinion only just outside the top 10.

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    2. @WalesBitcoin Avatar
      @WalesBitcoin

      Just rejected my Inster. Control Unit failure. After six weeks. Wouldn’t touch Hyundai EVs going forward

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    3. @oliverstemp9132 Avatar
      @oliverstemp9132

      Doesn’t go as far.

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    4. @emmaatkinson4334 Avatar
      @emmaatkinson4334

      ​@WalesBitcoinDid that fault not fall within the scope of the warranty?

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    5. @WalesBitcoin Avatar
      @WalesBitcoin

      ​@emmaatkinson4334Repair carried out under warranty and the warning came back 10 miles later. Hyundai electronics arent fit for purpose

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  3. @petersimms4982 Avatar
    @petersimms4982

    BMW I7 😂🤣😜🤪 if you want to pay for a house on wheels !!! WHY

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    1. @hermesliteratus882 Avatar
      @hermesliteratus882

      That car is worth considering if you’re willing to pay ridiculous amount of money just to buy a badge.

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    2. @ashliehiggins Avatar
      @ashliehiggins

      @hermesliteratus882 You can get it on deals for £550-700pm which is a steal for that type of car.

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  4. @stevenjones916 Avatar
    @stevenjones916

    Are you seriously recommending the i7 ? Financial suicide.

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    1. @MattJones-ki6wh Avatar
      @MattJones-ki6wh

      Rolls Royce Spectre appreciates and is a lot better looking!

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    2. @nigelrowe2204 Avatar
      @nigelrowe2204

      To be frank, if you’re spending that sort of money, you don’t have any financial worries.
      And stop calling me Frank! 😉

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    3. @MyMednas Avatar
      @MyMednas

      There are amazing lease deals on i7. A lot of car for the money.

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    4. @davidlewis4399 Avatar
      @davidlewis4399

      @MyMednas Depends how much money you lose is a lot to a person personally would not buy an EV.

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    5. @ashliehiggins Avatar
      @ashliehiggins

      @davidlewis4399 It’s a lease, you don’t lose anything, as you hand the car back.

      Reply
  5. @MarbleGiant Avatar
    @MarbleGiant

    Let’s be real, Teslas main attraction is access to fully discounted charging at Super Chargers. They would be cooked without out.

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    1. @MattJones-ki6wh Avatar
      @MattJones-ki6wh

      In Europe, all EVs can use the Tesla network

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    2. @IverKnackerov Avatar
      @IverKnackerov

      Garbage. Which one did you own to make that claim?

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    3. @rozonoemi9374 Avatar
      @rozonoemi9374

      Can your car drives itself? Mine does. 2025 Tesla Model Y 👍

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    4. @MattJones-ki6wh Avatar
      @MattJones-ki6wh

      ​@rozonoemi9374Mine does, Hyundai Ioniq 6

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  6. @richardsmyth-q2i Avatar
    @richardsmyth-q2i

    I have to disagree with you whole heartedly with your gwm ora comments. My partner took delivery of an ora 03 GT in November, we didn’t buy new although the offers to do so we’re amazing, we purchased a pre registered 30day old with 10 miles on for £17800.
    The car itself is great to drive and very economical especially in winter when we got more range from the ora than we did from my Skoda enyaq 85. The equipment levels are great, it’s fully loaded and I can’t think of a similar car with heated, cooled massage seats that can park itself il and as for the smallish entertainment screens, with voice control that actually works unlike my Skoda, you don’t actually need to use the touchscreen much. The beeps and bongs from the first edition models are pretty much gone or very low volume now and you no longer need to delve into menus to turn lane assist off, just one touch from the drop down menu and again I have to do more before setting off in my enyaq. You may want to have a closer look at updated cars before giving verdicts.
    Yes it has a small boot and is expensive at full retail but who pays full retail.

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    1. @Buckyhorse Avatar
      @Buckyhorse

      I came here to leave a similar comment!

      We actually have a first edition; the infotainment and ADAS updates have changed everything for the better.

      And I don’t think you can get a car the same size with a nicer interior, actually. The interior was developed by BMW in Germany, and is excellent for the size and price of the car.

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  7. @nathanwolf5547 Avatar
    @nathanwolf5547

    I really want the PV5 added to the Motability list for a good advanced payment. It’s a great car for disabled drivers who need some space.

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  8. @sorenpatriciajakobsen8841 Avatar
    @sorenpatriciajakobsen8841

    Why would you buy a Tesla. Besides being a US brand they fail the annual inspection by a factor of 3-4 compared to most other brands

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    1. @jonekone3769 Avatar
      @jonekone3769

      … also, CEO really does his best to make ordinary peoples lives misserable.

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    2. @IverKnackerov Avatar
      @IverKnackerov

      Garbage …you got a link to back that up ?? No, thought not.

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    3. @klackon1 Avatar
      @klackon1

      @jonekone3769 WTF are you talking about. You sound like a Democrat supporter.

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    4. @landcruiser801 Avatar
      @landcruiser801

      @jonekone3769 In what way? Neuralink seems to be making people’s lives better; Space and Starlink giving access to the internet and vital life saving services in some cases to people in remote areas…. what have you done?

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    5. @bliindmonk9476 Avatar
      @bliindmonk9476

      looking at the Chinese safety test that was just published a few days ago, tesla is a good choice if you want the safest car on the market, it was the most reactive car and har by far the least crashes in their test.

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  9. @Trifusion1 Avatar
    @Trifusion1

    Very strange to be presenting the top speed of these vehicles, but completely failing to mention the 10-80% charge time, a key metric for EVs.

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    1. @IverKnackerov Avatar
      @IverKnackerov

      No not really – most people charge overnight at home most of the time. Max charge speeds are rarely available anyway

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    2. @stevenjones916 Avatar
      @stevenjones916

      ​@IverKnackerovWhat percentage of people drive at over 100mph ?

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    3. @elob5741 Avatar
      @elob5741

      Rarely available?? Most EVs should be able to hit their maximum rate repeatedly on a long trip, if it’s planned properly. And part of that planning is using decent chargers.

      That said, charging CURVE is the more relevant factor, and thus 10-80% time.

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    4. @Trifusion1 Avatar
      @Trifusion1

      @IverKnackerov So it’s more important to know that these cars can do 112mph?

      I agree the charge speed isn’t relevant that often, but it’s more relevant than these top speeds. Is anyone taking their PV5 for a track day?

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    5. @davidlewis4399 Avatar
      @davidlewis4399

      @IverKnackerov Only people with a drive do that so over 40% are screwed oh forgot they dont have an EV.

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  10. @whatcar Avatar
    @whatcar

    Do you agree with our top 10 electric cars and the models to avoid? Let us know in the comments if your favourite made the list? 👇

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    1. @enolin Avatar
      @enolin

      What about the Renault scenic e-tech ?

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    2. @scottbrandon4855 Avatar
      @scottbrandon4855

      Audi A6 eTron surely should have made this list🤷🏻‍♂️

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  11. @bj6515 Avatar
    @bj6515

    And not a single sodium battery among any of them so I’ll give it a miss this year.

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  12. @Buckyhorse Avatar
    @Buckyhorse

    We have a first edition GWM Funky Cat. We favour rear passenger space over boot space, and it has more of that than any other car its size.

    It’s also far more engaging to drive than a lot of other small EVs (trust me, we also have an MX-5 so we know what ‘engaging to drive’ means) and after a few updates the infotainment and ADAS are just like any other modern car. I’m not entirely sure where all the hate comes from to be honest.

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  13. @IslaSprollie Avatar
    @IslaSprollie

    I have just got a Renault 4, replaced a Honda e that I have had for 5 years. I love it. Apart from the RWD handling, traction and a bit of extra speed, everything else is just better in the R4. Especially the software and ADAS. AND it;s 85% the same as a Renault 5, juts with a tad more rear space, a far better boot and One Pedal.

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  14. @Robutube1 Avatar
    @Robutube1

    Where’s the Hyundai Inster in this list? Big omission IMO.

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  15. @Craichtwin Avatar
    @Craichtwin

    Crazy suggestions – BMw Cleary influenced…. Where is polestar- a company making some of the most interesting cars out there right now

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  16. @bloodymarvellous1531 Avatar
    @bloodymarvellous1531

    My daughter is picking up a R4 Icon (she needed electric seats 😂)tomorrow. I tried to get her to buy the 5 but she wanted more space. I went for the test drive with her, a great car.

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  17. @andrewmarsden1970 Avatar
    @andrewmarsden1970

    No Model Y Juniper?

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  18. @ihgday6103 Avatar
    @ihgday6103

    Would have been nice to also show the efficiency of the car. Also, no MGs listed ?

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  19. @briancollier5145 Avatar
    @briancollier5145

    Love your list. Very sad how few of them are currently available in Canada. Hopefully that will change!

    Reply
  20. @DF29_88 Avatar
    @DF29_88

    You didnt mention corsa E, defo a strong choice

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