Best Small Electric Cars 2023 (and the ones to avoid) - Top 10 | What Car?
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What is the best small electric car 2023? In this top 10 rundown we name the very best options - and we pick out the ones to avoid.
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What's your perfect small EV? 👇
Nissan Leaf is the best
Kona Electric. Considered small in the US :)
The MG4 is the current best EV hatchback in terms of range, charging speed, handling, acceleration and technology, all at a price which doesn’t break the bank (PCP 4 year contract).
None of those. None of those is small, nor best, nor futuristic. Outdated while being brand new.
@@michalviktorin6758 People like you will never be satisfied by anything, no matter how good or how new it is. You complain. moan and criticize anything and everything. It's pointless asking you such a question.
Glad you put the Ora cat as one of worst. They tried to tempt us with the £25k price tag then suddenly said it’s £32k. They deserve the worst award
Yes I was so waiting for it and the models they had looked super nice in and outside but the final price was a letdown. Big milage range though.
The MG4, as a value proposition, is very hard to beat. Honestly, with it on the market ai am not sure the Leaf still has a reason for existing.
I think you are a great presenter. I am looking for my first electric car, and I do like the MG4, which has raving reviews. However nobody has mentioned that the 7 year warranty is a diminishing warranty and in reality its only a 3 year warranty according to MG downloaded warranty. Which in my mind reduces its appeal.
The Hyundai Kona and Kia E Niro should have been included. The Megane E-Tech is a far better car than ID.3 and Cupra but its not a VW?
Really interesting. I live in France and have just got the updated Dacia Spring Expression. Small and nippy, big boot. Very little space for rear passengers, but actually apart from the dog, nobody sits in the back. Country lanes mainly, so nippy enough. Rear view parking camera, Apple car play and Android Auto. Love it.
Hi What Car.. Thanks for all your kind of videos. I do miss some cars in your comparisons, BYD Atto3 or the other smal cars from BYD are not included.
Hope to see an updated video soon with them included. I hade thoughts about buying an Atto3 in Sweden.
My choice is going to be the fiat-500 ev by far I drive a 500 c at the moment
Absolutely love my 500 but the on screen figure for battery size in this video doesn’t look correct (I think should be 42 of which 37 is usable) and WLTP is 199 rather than 206.
The Born's infotainment is identical to the ID3. It just has a different skin on it. The software and its foibles are all the same. It doesn't warrant being called ropey though. They are both basically fine once you are used to them.
Cupra is definitely the best looking and with a great range as well
MG4 beats it on looks and range as well.
@@CastleKnight7Looks are subjective, and as such, the cupra wins on looks for me :)
@@CastleKnight7 MG4 is an ugly car
I bloody love our Cupra. It’s so good looking and the range is pretty good as well.
Didn't mention the Zoe's very poor Euro NCAP rating.
I would normally argue that 'very few people care about the NCAP ratings, so why should they?' But having looked it up and seen how shockingly bad it is, then you are absolutely correct, and this really should have been mentioned as should be the number one reason not to buy this car, considering how bad it is. Very good call there my friend!
@@GarryMcGovern Cheers, yep, It's a nice little car with a decent range, but I'd be worried if I got into a prang, I agree, most modern cars are quite safe -- even 3 and 4* - but 0 and 1 stars, eek. (NB Dacia Spring similar story).
The Zoe got 5 stars in 2013 , NCAP keep updating the regulations and it wouldn't make any sense spending millions altering the structure of the 12 year old design , it is likely to be replaced soon anyway with the Renault 5.
@@aidanwilson6035 True, and it's served them well as a development model / EV testbed. The Megane EV, for example, looks excellent.
What about smart #1?
I own a fiat 500e for 2 years and I can say it will never get close to the official range but the car itself is great as it's just me using it
Yes, I've had both versions of the C1 but have always liked the 500. If I had to choose from the top 10 offered here it would be one of those.
The Citroen Ami has one thing right, which is that it doesn't offer any in car entertainment other than a bluetooth speaker. Anything more elaborate would eat into their meagre 70 km range.
When I am finally forced to buy an electric vehicle, the top speed - unless seriously below the motorway limit - and the 0-100 time - will be the last of my worries.
Purchase cost. range and charge times are probably most people's priorities and manufacturers need to focus on those first.
I would (and many people I know) would greatly appreciate a what car best motability ev list . Reason I'm asking g is that there's none on TH-cam recent that I can find ..
The 208 EV is the one for me :)
Thanks Doug - totally agree that these are the EVs which are most relevant, and attainable, for the majority of consumers. Would include the Citroen e-C4 by virtue of its amazing ride quality and comfort, and decent range when using the ECO mode. Looking forward to the incoming e-308 and Astra also.
Great car and overlooked
What happened to the Hyundai Kona and Kia E Niro. Surely with their range and efficiency they should have featured.
I took the MG for a test drive last autumn. I thought it was great. I'm not sure why there is so much focus on the exact quality of plastics used - I couldn't care less and am totally uninterested in luxury. Give me something that's comfortable, enjoyable to drive and is practical in terms of ferrying people or things. My test for any car is whether I can get my bike in the back with the seats folded down (haven't tested the MG for this).
@8:05 and i will buy a fully loaded Honda E anyway
The cost of these cars are still eye watering. Range is an issue for those of us who do not live in a city. For the same price you could get a new Honda civic with 60mpg plus which does everything you need.
Shhh don't tell them that, someones got to pay for the development
For the same price you can get a comparable ICE car that costs way more to run? Tempting....
where is the Hyundai kona?
If the MG4 could use a LFP battery for their Long Range variant then I’d be so on board!!! The standard base model doesn’t have enough range for me for me to invest in my first EV… I am very curious to see the Tesla Model 2 and Cupra Rebelborn in 2-3 years 🥲
Not the Cupra Urban Rebel?
Thanks for the rundown!
I think the Smart #1 and the Dacia Spring could have made the list too.
Mg 4 is the best out of every one .great range performance technology interior and exterior design .
The MG is Chinese. Purchasing one is effecting saying you are supporting and financing the threats and likely invasion of Taiwan. That may lead to something not dissimilar to World War 3. Take your choice.
Design is great? Idk imo it has good technology for its price but the design is really not that great
@@SqwarkParrotSpittingFeathersstop being to dramatic 🙄
@@SqwarkParrotSpittingFeathers I can guarantee that how many Sunday afternoon war films you watch you will never see the SS or the Abwehr driving Ford vehicles. Unlike what actually happened.
Interior is rather cheap, isn’t it? Otherwise; decent range, low price, good looks.
What rewards? I have both, EV is not cheaper apart from road tax and servicing. Other than that they are expensive to buy, run and insure
The MG4 blows the competition out of the water
What about Smart ED? My choice is Cupra.
I am driving mini cooper SE now and it is the best car in the list here in terms of agility and cornering
I can get around 125 miles with normal driving but I can also push it to 150ish miles with eco+ mode (no ac) max regen
Still not exactly stellar, particularly when you are having to compromise comfort for range. In my opinion, the cars that are reusing ICE platforms are not worth considering as they are poorly packaged and not great performers. If it suits your needs though, that is all that really matters.
No Citroën e-C4? comfort was the big selling point, the ride is sublime (and range not bad)
Poor range on Citroen e-c4 . Even our Citroen salesman who has one as his car was disappointed with it .
Not changing my Honda e any time soon, fits my needs perfectly 💕
It's insane that the e didn't make this list - journalists are far too obsessed with range over anything else.
No mention of 2023 Smart #1?
I just want a simple, small, cheap and efficient hatchback EV that can pull at least a 750 kg trailer
The Funky Cat is huge inside for its size, that makes it worth a look.
How does the BYD Atto 3 stack up against that list?
very popular in NZ ;I WOULD BE GOING CHINESE or TOYOTA dont like EURO CARS money pitts
@@robynporter24 Toyota have seemingly missed the memo on BEVs. It’s like they’ve given up.
DS3 Opera E-TENSE Looks alright priced from £25,900
It seems an obvious thing to start by mentioning that the Zoe got zero stars from Euro NCAP, whatever you think of those kind of ratings. I’m surprised What Car? Would be able to say anything positive to a car with zero stars.
The Zoe got 5 stars in 2013 , NCAP keep updating the regulations and it wouldn't make any sense spending millions altering the structure of the 12 year old design , it is likely to be replaced soon anyway with the Renault 5.
@@aidanwilson6035 It's not really the structure that's the problem. Renault got a lower score than before partly because they removed some previously standard safety equipment and failed to implement some more recent safety developments. If it was a cheap car I could understand that, but it isn't. MG managed it.
MG4 infotainment screen not the best with small characters and it feels a lot cheaper inside compared to the Cupra Born. MG4 is cheaper as its plastics are cheaper and some owners say the rear plastic near the rear lights scratches very easily. Also will resale prices be a lot lower for the MG ?
Lot of equipment as standard? Over here the MG4 doesn’t even come with alloy wheels as standard. And yes, the interior feels cheaper than a Leaf for example, which are priced the same.
MG have great residual value.
@@benellis7427 Yes but feels cheap compared to other EV's
What criteria was used as a top 10. In fact it just appears to be 10 smaller EV's
For me the 500E .
How about Dacia Spring? 😎
big suv's are stupid were gas powered or electric powered if there was aygo sized ev with good range i would be interested
Missing the Volvo EX30.
The bigger the price tag the bigger the depreciation 😎
exactly
MG4 looks very cheap inside. I much prefer the Cupra Born.
But the price difference is massive
2:10 and also poor BMS and no active battery cooling
Cupra, Corsa E and Honda E for me
1:33 but Zoe is very poor on crash tests
Hyundai kona not even mentioned?
Where is the Renault Twingo E TECH Electric?!
Not sold in the UK
Can't wait for the Tesla affordable compact!
Hopefully, you're still at school
@@user-oe2ti1fb8r Will be starting deliveries within 3 years
Renault Zoe, seriously ? It has awful crash test results !
Die Zukunft des Autos basiert auf Elektrizität und nicht Wasserstoff !
More modern technology?
I'm looking forward to the VW ID3
It’s been here for years 🤷♂️
@@alangordon3283 Hahaa. Depends where here is. Not yet in New Zealand.
@@alangordon3283 Probably referring to the updated model.
what happens after 7-8 years of owning the EV. Is that battery useless? Do you need to replace it?
9 and counting
Hyundai Kona electric best small EV. Seat Mii electric best tiny EV.
Where is India's Tata Tiago EV ? It starts at 8500 pounds !
Not sold in the uk
@@jontallon73 I know but Tata could sell it there easily. They already have presence in the UK.
Of course, some modifications will be needed, and stringent safety tests too to meet UK regulations, but I don't think it will still go beyond 10k.
I own one here and I love that little beauty. Two variants, 19.2 kWh and 24 kWh. I own the 19.2 kWh one, and ARAI certified range is 315 kms. I get about 220 in city driving.
Fast chargers take 57 mins to go from 10-90 %. Normal chargers take about 6 hours.
@@atulmalhotra2303 it doesn't matter if they could sell it in the UK. They don't, so therefore not much point putting it in the video.
They need to sell it in the UK first. Tata could do very well in the UK as a budget EV brand & after the UK-India free trade agreement goes through they can start selling them there for cheap
That car wouldn't pass UK safety regulations. The safety record of India automobiles is abysmal
Not going to touch an electric car for another 3-5 years ❗️
Am still holding out for hydrogen.
Why not add REAL range for winter and summer ???? Is it because people may not like the REAL figures and not buy an EV ? Winter range can be 20% less in some EV cars.
So what? Is your every day commute longer than 70-100 miles? You return home, you plug it and next morning you are ready. At least my EV waits for me warm and frost free every morning at home and avery evenibg at work. You have to idle your patrol-diesel car for 25-30 mins to have the same result. That doesn't bother you but it bothers you that I have to spend a few seconds to plug it every second-third day
@@chrishar110 I own an EV ??
I wish car journalists would stop plugging (excuse the pun) the MG, it’s ugly!
That’s only your opinion. There are tens of thousands of owners who like its styling.
@@CastleKnight7 thanks for that
@@rjhandley556My pleasure. It’s also only my opinion that Teslas are ugly, but I acknowledge that there are lots of owners who love the design.
Renault are renowned for electric faults. So buying a EV Renault is a huge gamble. Stay clear
Some of the worse vehicles ever... 😞
£32k for a Corsa
You're all on drugs accepting this
This sector badly needs a Tesla to shake things up. These are all under-performing and over priced.
Teslas have excellent engines and batteries. It is just the body shell that lets them down.
Will never buy a chinese car ....ever
how about chinese phone or laptop? lol
What...
NO Chinese EVs.....they're amongst the best cheaper EVs in the world and also produce small cars!!! 😒
You seem to miss the number 1 in the list mate... MG 4 EV is as Chinese EV it can get. It is a very good EV.
The MG is Chinese. Purchasing one is effectively saying you are supporting and financing the threats and likely invasion of Taiwan. That may lead to something not dissimilar to World War 3. Take your choice.
Like the iPhone, Tesla Models 3 and X, Polestar, BMWW iX3, forthcoming new Mini, major parts in your PC or Laptop..........
I’ll take the BYD.
@@Olivarus238The difference is that MG is owned by the Chinese state. The others are private Chinese companies.
So, the OP is correct. Buy MG and support a dictatorship that is Russia's ally and a threat to Taiwan as well as Uighurs.
@@starvictory7079 "Private Chinese companies" are 'allowed' to exist by the state provided they are subservient to the state viz. TikTok and Huawei, Google etc.. The state controls everything to various degrees day to day, but ultimately as much as the state decides.
@@Olivarus238 that’s not an answer except it confirms support of a dictatorship. Stop buying the products you’ve listed. I know it’s impossible not to buy all things but, small steps, start by buying less.
The new Tesla model 2 should shake things up, can't wait for it to be launched
Not this year I think. Unfortunately.
Agree, however Tesla seem to have lost the ability to bring new cars (and promised features) to market. With the number of deposits on the Cybertruck, they have to prioritise that now.