Small Electric

With so many electric cars now on offer, we've split the smaller models from the larger ones to ensure that we're able to compare direct rivals.

As well as being adept at coping with city life, small electric cars need to be roomy enough for a couple of adults and able to drive a decent amount of miles between charges.

There are some great small electric cars to choose from. The affordable Seat Mii Electric proves you don't have to have break the bank to go green, the Renault Zoe has been improved in every area, making it a great small EV prospect, and the Kia e-Niro was named our overall 2019 Car of the Year.

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Blue Nissan Micra lead image

Nissan Micra

from £20,990
The Nissan Micra has returned as an electric hatchback based on our 2025 Car of the Year
Cupra Born front cornering

Cupra Born

from £23,385
The Born is a sportier take on the VW ID 3, with a better interior and sharper handling
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MG4 driving front right

MG4

from £19,990
The MG4 EV electric car isn't perfect but it does offer very good value and a competitive range
VW ID 3 front cornering

Volkswagen ID 3

from £24,390
The ID 3 electric family car is good to drive and the latest facelifted version is a step up from the original
MG4 Urban front right driving

MG4 Urban

from £17,691
There’s a lot to like about the new MG4 Urban, even beyond its bargain price
Mini Cooper Electric JCW front right driving

Mini Cooper Electric

from £26,905
The Mini Cooper Electric is fun to drive and characterful but there are cheaper electric cars
Kia EV4 GT hatchback static

Kia EV4

from £31,740
Impresses for range and rear leg room. Shame it can’t charge faster
BYD Dolphin front cornering

BYD Dolphin

from £22,854
The BYD Dolphin is a spacious small electric car with a competitive starting price
Peugeot e-208 front cornering

Peugeot e-208

from £17,995
The e-208 is a stylish electric hatchback that’s available with two battery options
DS No 4 E-Tense driving

DS No 4 E-Tense

from £31,240
The DS No 4 E-Tense is a fully electric family car, and one billed as a premium offering
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