Despite mediocre battery range, modest carrying capacity and a firm ride, the Smart EQ ForFour is a likeable electric city-car package
It's not the most inspiring to drive, but the excellent economy and a long electric range make the Kia Niro PHEV worth a look
The Smart EQ ForTwo is a fantastic city runabout, but it’s hampered by its two-seat body, limited practicality and relatively short electric range
The Countryman plug-in is not only cheap to run (particularly for business drivers). It’s desirable and good to drive, too
The Lexus CT 200h just about manages to remain relevant in an increasingly crowded market, but newer rivals are more efficient
The Smart EQ ForTwo Cabriolet is the only convertible electric car on sale, but the Coupe version’s compromises apply here, too
The Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV Commercial is a unique vehicle, but doesn’t get the same tax benefits as the passenger model
The Hyundai Ioniq Plug-In isn’t quite as economical as its Toyota Prius rival, but it's cheaper and a less common sight on the road
The Hyundai Ioniq Hybrid is a seriously strong rival to the Toyota Prius; it’s great value, easy to live with and cheap to run
The NSX feels as futuristic as it looks, and is great fun, savagely rapid and usable every day. It’s no more efficient than non-hybrids, though
The best thing about the BMW 5 Series plug-in hybrid is that it feels like every other 5 Series – refined, classy and spectacularly good to drive
The Kia Niro is an SUV-style self-charging hybrid that’s more practical than a Toyota Prius, if less efficient
We get behind the wheel of the new plug-in hybrid 7 Series luxury saloon from BMW
The Tesla Model X is a vast SUV with a variety of interior seating layouts, astonishing performance, useful real-world range and a modern character
The Tesla Model S was one of the first to make electric cars desirable, but its qualities come at a substantial price
The Jaguar I-Pace is a revolution – the first electric executive car to match long range to big desirability and driver reward. It sets a high benchmark
The Kona Electric boasts fashionable looks, affordable pricing and – crucially – a range that meets or beats that offered by many rivals
Choosing a Hyundai Kona Electric is certainly no chore. Here we introduce our new long term car, which we'll be living with for the next six months.
The Kia e-Niro is our favourite electric family car. It’s a great compact SUV with a 282-mile official electric range and an affordable price
The Q70 Hybrid is fast and comfortable but flawed in other key areas
