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Version 54kWh e-Summit | List price £34,099 | Best price £22,995 | Total discount £11,104 (32.56%)

The Jeep Avenger Electric might not be as capable off road as larger models in the brand’s lineup but still has a lot to offer small SUV buyers. Every Avenger Electric comes with a 50.8kWh (usable capacity) battery for an official range of up to 249 miles. That’s about the same as the Renault 4, although the Ford Puma Gen-E can go even further. A 154bhp electric motor makes A-road overtaking easy, but the Avenger Electric feels most at home around town, thanks to a tight turning circle and light steering. Its suspension offers a good ride and handling balance, although the Puma Gen-E feels sharper around fast bends.

The Avenger Electric’s interior features intuitive physical controls and a comfortable driving position. Head room is good all round, although the Renault 4 has more rear leg room and boot space. Nevertheless, the Avenger Electric is certainly well-equipped, with the range-topping e-Summit featuring heated front seats, wireless phone charging and a reversing camera.

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Version 50kWh Yes | List price £25,780 | Best price £17,995 | Total discount £7785 (30.2%)

Despite having a more expensive list price than the Hyundai Inster or Renault 5, dealer discounts can help to make the Vauxhall Corsa Electric one of the cheapest new EVs around. Two battery options are available, with the smaller 46.3kWh (usable capacity) option officially capable of covering 221 miles. That’s more than a BYD Dolphin Surf but some versions of the R5 can go further. Every Corsa Electric accelerates from 0-62mph in a spritely, if not class-leading, 8.2sec.

Physical controls help to make the Vauxhall Corsa Electric’s interior intuitive while driving, even if the Renault 5 uses plusher materials. You do get plenty of standard kit, though, with entry-level Yes trim featuring a manual air conditioning, heated steering wheel and heated front seats. There’s plenty of room in the front, although tall rear passengers will have limited rear leg room. At 267 litres, the Corsa Electric’s boot is bigger than the Inster’s, though.

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Version 2.0 e-Hybrid 25.9kWh S line S Tronic quattro | List price £62,565 | Best price £44,999 | Total discount £17,566 (28.08%)

The Audi A6 not only manages to undercut its rivals, such as the BMW 5 Series and Mercedes E-Class, but also is a particularly comfortable cruiser. In mid-spec S line trim, the A6’s suspension is reasonably firm but feels settled, especially at motorway speeds, and while there’s some body lean, the A6 has good front grip and precise steering. The A6 is available with a range of power options, including a plug-in hybrid ‘e-Hybrid’ option that’s 0-62mph sprint time of six seconds is faster than the equivalent 5 Series or E-Class. Its official EV range of 65 miles is also competitive.

You’ll find plenty of soft-touch materials throughout the A6’s interior, and there’s plenty of room for tall adults in the back. At 354 litres, the A6 e-Hybrid’s boot is smaller than the equivalent E-Class’, but 40/20/40 folding rear seats help to boost its practicality. In mid-spec S line trim, the A6 comes with 19in alloy wheels, sports seats and four-zone climate control.

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Version 64kWh Trophy Long Range | List price £33,995 | Best price £24,965 | Total discount £9030 (26.56%)

Compared with the popular yet rather uninspiring MG ZS EV it replaces, the S5 is a particularly well-rounded electric SUV. Two battery options are available, with the S5 Trophy Long Range officially capable of 298 miles. That’s more than a Jeep Avenger Electric or Skoda Elroq 60, although the equivalent Kia EV3 goes farther. A 228bhp electric motor gets the S5 Trophy Long Range to 62mph in 6.1sec, which is quicker than any EV3 can manage. Accurate steering and good grip also help the S5 stay composed around corners.

Less refined is the S5’s ride quality, with passengers feeling potholes a lot more than they would in an EV3 or Elroq. Even so, the S5 is certainly practical, with a 453-litre boot and enough leg and head room to seat five adults in comfort. As the range-topping version, the S5 Trophy includes a 360-degree camera, powered tailgate, heated front seats and heated steering wheel.

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Version 53.9kWh Premium Long Range | List price £27,995 | Best price £20,795 | Total discount £7200 (25.72%)

Don’t be fooled by the name, the MG4 Urban is bigger and cheaper than the standard MG4. Two versions are available, with the Long Range option officially able to cover 258 miles; more than any Renault 5 can manage. Reaching 62mph in 9.5sec, the MG4 Urban is also just as quick off the mark as the R5 and faster than the Hyundai Inster. A tight turning circle and firm brake pedal make the MG4 Urban a boon around town. And while you’ll hear a fair amount of suspension noise, the ride is generally smooth.

Since it’s slightly bigger than the Inster and R5, the MG4 Urban’s interior is plush and offers enough space in the back for six-footers. Its boot can also swallow a class-leading eight carry-on suitcases. In range-topping Premium trim, the MG4 Urban comes with a 360-degree parking camera, heated front seats and a wireless phone charger.

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Version Long Range 49kWh 02 | List price £27,005 | Best price £20,149 | Total discount £6856 (25.39%)

If you’re looking for a small electric car that’s deceptively versatile, the Hyundai Inster should be high up on your shortlist. That’s because every Inster (apart from the cheapest 01 version) features sliding and reclining rear seats that offer more space than the Renault 5. Slide these seats forward and you get a practical 351-litre boot, which is more than the Citroën ë-C3 has. The Inster isn’t short of equipment either, with mid-spec 02 trim featuring a wireless phone charger, heated front seats and rear privacy glass.

Two battery options are available, with most Insters featuring a 46kWh (usable capacity) ‘Long Range’ battery for an official range of up to 230 miles. That’s more than any ë-C3 can manage, but some versions of the R5 can travel further still. The Inster Long Range also features a 113bhp electric motor for decent acceleration, particularly around town. The Inster’s soft suspension soaks up bumps but results in more body lean than the R5 has on fast corners.

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Version 61kWh Motion | List price £29,249 | Best price £21,999 | Total discount £7250 (24.79%)

The Suzuki e Vitara is one of the cheapest small electric cars around, especially if you take advantage of a hefty dealer discount. You can choose from two battery options, with the larger 59.8kWh (usable capacity) version officially managing 264 miles; slightly more than the equivalent Renault 4 and matching the Kia EV3 Standard Range. The e Vitara’s 0-62mph acceleration time of 8.7sec is respectable, although the Ford Puma Gen-E is even quicker off the mark. The e Vitara’s soft suspension soaks up bumps better than the Puma Gen-E while resisting body lean around fast bends.

The e Vitara’s interior feels sturdy and offers a good amount of front occupant space. Sliding rear seats mean you can strike the best balance between rear head and leg room, and boot space, although neither is class-leading. On a more positive note, the e Vitara is well equipped for the money, with entry-level Motion trim featuring 18in alloy wheels, adaptive cruise control and keyless entry.

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Version 1.5 eTSI MHEV SE Dynamic DSG | List price £30,385 | Best price £22,900 | Total discount £7485 (24.63%)

It’s easy to see why the Seat Leon is among the best family cars money can buy. A considerable range of power options are available, including a 1.5-litre petrol engine with mild hybrid assistance called the eTSI. This version has respectable performance and can officially manage an impressive 53.4mpg. What’s more, the Leon is a particularly enjoyable family car to drive, with plenty of grip and more precise steering than the Vauxhall Astra’s. And while it's not exactly supple over potholes, the Leon’s ride is smoother than the Peugeot 308’s. 

The Leon is also a good option if you value a lengthy kit list, with modest SE Dynamic trim featuring three-zone climate control, front and rear parking sensors, a reversing camera and keyless starting. The Leon’s interior also makes use of plush materials and offers even more rear leg and head room than the Skoda Octavia. At 380 litres, the Leon’s boot is also bigger than the Astra’s.

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Version 1.2 PureTech MHEV GT Fastback e-DSC | List price £32,495 | Best price £25,999 | Total discount £6496 (19.99%)

Put simply, the Peugeot 408 is an executive car that thinks it’s a coupé SUV, resulting in distinctive styling and practicality. While plug-in hybrid (PHEV) and fully-electric versions are also available, cheaper 408s use a mild hybrid setup, which offers punchy acceleration and an impressive official fuel economy figure of 56.5mpg. What’s more, the 408 is reasonably agile on twisty country roads and feels comfortable at speed. There’s also very little audible wind or road noise on the motorway, making the 408 a very competent cruiser.

While the 408’s small i-Cockpit lay-out might not be to everyone’s taste, the 408’s interior feels more upmarket than the Skoda Octavia’s. There’s a good amount of leg room all round, although the sleek roofline does cut into rear head room. At up to 536 litres, the 408’s boot is bigger than the Audi A5’s, though. In mid-spec GT trim, the 408 comes with a powered tailgate, adaptive LED headlights and keyless entry.

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Version long range 87kWh techno esprit Alpine | List price £36,245 | Best price £29,990 | Total discount £6255 (17.26%)

The Renault Scenic has changed considerably since the original version launched in 1996, now taking the form of an electric family SUV. That’s no bad thing, because it offers impressive practicality while undercutting rivals, including the Tesla Model Y. There’s loads of space for five adults, and the Scenic’s 545-litre boot is bigger than the Hyundai Ioniq 5’s. Standard kit isn’t in short supply either, with mid-spec techno esprit Alpine trim featuring 20in alloy wheels, sports seats and two-zone climate control.

While the Scenic’s 0-62mph acceleration time of 8.6sec is slower than the Model Y’s, there’s plenty of power for easy motorway overtaking. What’s more, with the 87kWh (usable capacity) Long Range battery fitted, the Scenic can officially manage up to 381 miles between charges; better than any Ioniq 5. The Scenic’s soft suspension offers a more supple ride than the Model Y but results in some body lean around bends. Even so, the steering feels accurate and has a decent amount of grip.

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