With the electric car market heating up and sales rising, there has never been a better time to start your research into the market to see if it is the right time for you to go electric, and if not, the specs and performance of these electric cars is seriously impressive. With models suitable for all levels, lets take a look at 4 cars to watch this year.
- Tesla Model 3
Tesla being Tesla state that they are going to alter the auto landscape completely with their electric vehicles coming to market. While they may talk themselves up, it seems that the people agree, Tesla was the most popular electric vehicle in the UK last year and they are definitely one to watch as 2022 unfolds.
Boasting an excellent driving experience as well as excellent visibility, the Tesla 3 is definitely the most popular electric option in the UK, especially with the ‘charging club’ Tesla’s can go such a long distance on a full charge and with access to what Tesla call their ‘Supercharger network’, it has the best reliability and the fastest charging capabilities of all the electric charging networks that are available
- Kia Niro
With 280 miles for journeys on a full charge, the KIA Niro is a car that is the best suited to family life, not only does it have a long battery life, but the warranty on KIA’s is the best on the market, sitting at an impressive 7 years – they really are sure on their quality. This car can be charged on your run of the mill 7kW home charger, so no fuss with the charging at home aspect.
There are some excellent features across the range, large display screens, heated seats with cooling capabilities, reversing camera, battery included and it’s silent presence, even when cruising along the motorway with auto braking when you lift your foot off the accelerator. KIA in my opinion are not known for their stylish looks, but if you are hoping to go electric in 2022, then this is a great starter electric vehicle that has a fully transferable warranty if you decide to sell.
- VW ID.3
This cheap to run ‘all rounder’ electric car from Volkswagen is a great starter into the electric world, described by Volkswagen as the ‘most important car of a generation’. The ID badge that you have more than likely started seeing around more than usual is the first of many from the manufacturing giant.
With over 250 miles on a single charge and the ability to gain 180 miles in just half an hour, the ‘distance problem’ that a lot of people associate with electric cars certainly is not a problem here as driving that many miles on a regular basis is not a concern to most people. Coming on the market at around £36,000 – and that is after the governments electric car grant.
- Nissan Leaf
This vehicle from Nissan was one of the first on the scene, breaking into action back in 2011. With 168 miles on a full charge, this car is a great electric family car that will most certainly perform to the demands of everyday family life and as with all electrics, will save you money on the weekly fuel bill – just a fraction of the price.
There is also a Nissan + model available on the market, with just a little more electric under the hood, with a full charge getting you around 240 miles. The acceleration on the Nissan range is surprisingly powerful – you will be shocked. This particular electric car beats out competitors on price, is easy to handle and very specious. All round this car is a great start for a family looking to move to the electric feels.
These manufacturers are certainly adapting to the market changes with no problems at all and 2035 is well within grasp as the government moves towards the banning of the sale of new petrol and diesel cars. We keep an eye on electric vehicles news, carry out reviews of electric cars as well as stocking a range of used electric cars Northern Ireland wide.
