Longest range electric cars 2025
It doesn't feel long ago that buying an EV in the UK meant taking the keys to something like a G-Wiz quadricycle with a range of 40 miles. Fast forward to today, and an electric car evolution has seen range figures of 10 times that become common.
Tesla was the trailblazer in the realm of range figures, but other manufacturers have caught up and in many cases overtaken. In our current list of the longest-range electric cars, there's only one Tesla and it's a fair way down the order. To show how much times have changed, it's almost beaten by a Peugeot in terms of range. That would have been unthinkable a few years ago.
The best performing cars here can nudge 500 miles on a single charge according to the official figures. Although these are notoriously tricky to replicate in real-world conditions, at warmer times of year some of them might manage over 400 miles without needing to stop for more juice. That's enough to take you from London to Edinburgh.
So long as you have a home wallbox installed, you might rarely, if ever, have to use the UK's expensive public charging network. Just think carefully if you'll actually make the most of these cars impressive long-distance performance, as all of these options are on the more expensive side of the EV world. If your mileage is more modest, a cheap electric car could be the answer.
For now, these are the 10 electric cars with the longest range.
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1. Mercedes CLA with EQ Technology: 484 miles
That's a bit of a clunky name, isn't it? We'll let that slide as the new Mercedes CLA with EQ Technology can travel up to 484 miles according to the WLTP cycle. Most impressively of all, the electric CLA doesn't even have the biggest battery pack here. Far from it, at a relatively modest 85kWh.
A slippery profile is key to achieving the near-500-mile range figure. It's a good job it can go so far without stopping, though, as your charging options in the UK will be limited. A far less forgivable issue than the name of the car is its lack of 400-volt charging compatibility. It only works with 800-volt stations, meaning you can't use more than half of all UK charging stations.
This will be rectified for electric CLAs delivered from Spring 2026 onwards, although it won't be possible to retrofit any cars that make it here before then. As time goes on and more 800-volt chargers appear, though (in some case replacing older 400-volt stations), it will be less of an issue.
2. Mercedes EQS: 481 miles
Up until being usurped by its much smaller Mercedes CLA brother, the Mercedes EQS saloon was the leader among electric cars with the longest range. It is capable of driving for 481 miles between charges, far ahead of the current crop of Tesla models.
It achieves this chiefly thanks to a mammoth 107.8kWh battery. While charging it using a regular socket will take a long time, Mercedes has given the car rapid-charge functionally, too. Result? Charging from zero to 80% can take as little as 31 minutes. The all-electric alternative to the benchmark Mercedes S-Class luxury saloon, the futuristic Mercedes EQS oozes class and shows just how car manufacturers are pushing the boundaries when it comes to EVs.
3. DS No8: 466 miles
With the DS No8, we're finally starting to 'get' the DS brand. It's probably the most convincing vehicle we've seen from the Citroen offshoot so far, with striking looks, a refreshingly different approach to interior design (perhaps a bit too different when it comes to its X-shaped steering wheel) and the ability to go very far without stopping for a charge.
Going for the front-wheel drive version with the Long Range battery will see the official range at 466 miles. The powerful all-wheel drive version saps more power from its 97kWh pack but still manages an impressive 411 miles.
4. Audi A6 e-tron: 463 miles
Perhaps the most stylish way to go a long way on a single charge, the Audi A6 e-tron looks the business and can travel up to 463 miles on a single charge in the Performance version.
Should you not fancy stretching to that, don't worry, as all derivatives can manage impressive figures. Even the cheapest A6 e-tron does up to 384 miles when fully charged. On the rare occasions when you do actually need to stop and charge, 270kW charging capability makes it possible to add 200 miles of range in 10 minutes.
5. Polestar 3: 438 miles
As its name suggests, the Polestar 3 is the third car from Polestar and perhaps its most impressive yet. It uses a huge 111kWh battery pack which gives a whopping 438 miles of range if combined with the Long Range Single Motor setup. It feels more luxurious than the Polestar 2 inside so those miles should pass with ease. It also offers fast charging speeds of up to 250kW. That means a 10-80% charge in just 30 minutes – if you can find a suitable charger.
The only caveat is that the single-motor version has 'just' 299PS, which in premium EV terms is not a great deal. If you're happy sacrificing a bit of range, though, there's an outrageously fast 489PS version which does 0-62mph in under five seconds, yet still manages nearly 400 miles on a single charge.
6. Tesla Model 3 Long Range: 436 miles
The popular Tesla Model 3 is a car that can do it all. In basic guise, it’s relatively affordable for such a technology-packed premium car. In Performance spec, it sets new class benchmarks for acceleration and pulling power.
However, it’s the Model 3 Long Range that is likely to appeal most to British EV buyers, thanks to a fantastic range of 436 miles. This is achieved with a 78kWh battery, which is impressive given the car’s country-crossing ability. Consider this a measure of the efficiency Tesla has engineered into its cars. Charging via a public Tesla Supercharger is wonderfully straightforward and quick. The reliance on its central display won't be for everyone though.
7. Peugeot e-3008: 435 miles
As is the case with a few of the cars here, the Peugeot e-3008 can be specified with more than one battery pack. The standard 73kWh battery pack provides more than enough range for most, capable of travelling up to 326 miles on a full charge. Anyone wanting to go further, though, has the option of a 97kWh Long Range battery, unlocking 435 miles of range.
Impressive battery performance aside, the Peugeot e-3008 is a stylish SUV both inside and out. It's not that quick in single motor form, though and the dual-motor option can't be combined with the bigger battery.
8. Volkswagen ID.7: 433 miles
There's something quietly impressive about the Volkswagen ID.7. It feels much more premium inside than previous VW ID cars we've tried and is very comfortable over long distances, so you'll enjoy clocking the big miles its impressive range figure allows. It's one of the most comfortable EVs we've tried, handling the weight of its battery well.
The Volkswagen ID.7 Pro S Match with its 86Wh battery pack can travel up to 433 miles on a single charge, beating several more expensive cars here. There's also the Volkswagen ID.7 Tourer with its cavernous boot which loses some range but will still travel a claimed 422 miles in Pro S Match guise.
9. Mercedes EQE: 429 miles
If you want something a bit posher than the Mercedes CLE with EQ Technology without blowing £100k+ on an EQS, sitting somewhere between is the Mercedes EQE. It feels scarcely less luxurious than the Mercedes EQS inside and has a similarly slippery shape.
This means that although the battery is of a more modest size at 96kWh, the Mercedes EQS 350+ manages well over 400 miles (claimed) on a full charge. It does a good job of balancing efficiency and performance, managing 0-62mph in a respectable 6.5 seconds.
10. BMW iX xDrive 50: 426 miles
BMW’s large and very distinctive iX is a notable new entry into the electric SUV market. Its styling, particularly its huge front grille, has proven to be a talking point. Bbut some have overlooked its extraordinary electric driving range as a result.
Thanks to a 111.5kWh battery, BMW claims a total of 426 miles between charges for the facelifted xDrive 60 model. For such a large and heavy SUV, this is a really impressive result. The fact it has more than 544PS channelled to all four wheels means it’s no slouch against the clock, either. But the big battery does not come cheap, with xDrive 50 prices starting from around £93,000.
Do electric cars with the longest range take a long time to charge?
Physics dictates that the bigger the battery, the longer it takes to charge. If you’re plugging an electric car with a long range into a wall socket, it will take more than a day to charge. Luckily, more manufacturers now make these vehicles with fast-charge capabilities, cutting the top-up time from hours to minutes.
Do electric cars with the longest range have the biggest batteries?
It’s not a given that the electric car with the longest range will have the biggest battery. Saloon cars are more efficient than SUVs, for example, while smaller cars are lighter than larger ones. The efficiency of drive systems between car makers varies, too – which is why our list of electric cars with the longest range is so varied.
What is the cheapest electric car with the longest range?
Although cars with long range figures are generally more expensive, this is changing. In fact, the current longest-range EV, the Mercedes CLA with EQ Technology, is one of the cheaper cars here, costing from £45,615. The EQS in second place, on the other hand, is about double the price.
