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The Best Electric Cars To Buy Right Now - Hyundai Kona Electric

There’s no shortage of great electric cars on sale - but which are best?

Last Updated: 29 Nov 2018

Hyundai Kona Electric

Electric cars and SUVs are two growing trends, so for manufacturers like Hyundai it makes sense to combine the two in one appealing car: in this case, the Kona. It’s a small SUV that uses either a 39kWh or 64kWh battery, giving an official range of either 180 or 279 miles. Both are nippy around town, yet capable on the motorway, and offer a roomy interior, a good infotainment setup and 332-litre boot.

The next car in our list is a family friendly runner that boasts autonomous technology...

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