Best Electric Cars Over 100 MPGe

Hyundai's Ioniq 6 electric sedan picked up steam in 2024, and the company has decided to leave a good thing virtually unchanged for 2025. The streamlined, midsize four-door offers an alternative to SUVs and boxy crossovers, along with a range — up to 342 miles in front-wheel-drive models — that few competitors in its reasonable price range can match.

The Ioniq 6 shares its platform and powertrain with the Hyundai Ioniq 5 electric crossover, but its styling cuts down on interior space, especially in the rear seating area. Cargo capacity is lower than in the boxy, SUV-styled Ioniq 5 as well.

Sedans have fallen out of favor in the U.S., so the Ioniq 6 has few direct rivals. Competition includes the Tesla Model 3 sedan, Ford Mustang Mach-E coupe-like crossover, Polestar 2 hatchback sedan, and BMW i4 sedan. Overall, the Ioniq 6 is longer than any other electric sedan in its price range, and only the wider and taller Mach-E has more total passenger space. The Hyundai also falls short in cargo space and horsepower but still has plenty of oomph and a more comfortable, composed ride than most of the competition.

The only other drawback is that as a Korean-built car, the Ioniq 6 doesn't qualify for a federal income tax credit while the Mustang Mach-E and Model 3, its two North American-built competitors, do. That means both cost less when the tax credit is applied. Other potential rivals cost more and, like the Hyundai, don't qualify for the federal tax credit because they are built overseas.

The BMW i4 represents a pretty simple concept when it comes to EVs: Take an existing gasoline-powered vehicle and swap out the powertrain for batteries and electric motors. The 2025 BMW i4 shares its looks, inside and out, with the gas-powered 4 Series Gran Coupe and it offers many of the same features. The i4’s driving characteristics are similar, too, with a sporty feel and available high-performance trims for extra thrills. Unfortunately, the shared architecture between the i4 and 4 Series means the i4 has limited cargo space, and no frunk for extra storage.

The i4 is available in several trim levels, with top models serving up 536 horsepower and blistering acceleration. Range estimates span from 276 to 310 miles depending on model. Inside, the i4 has all the BMW panache you’d expect, with a massive set of screens dominating the dashboard and high-quality materials throughout the cabin. Top trims, however, can get pretty pricey for the segment, so we recommend sticking to mid-level i4’s for the best value.

Rivals such as the Cadillac Lyriq and Mercedes-Benz EQE Sedan offer more space and practicality, along with a substantial increase in luxury, but the i4 is certainly more entertaining to drive. The Polestar 2 is also worth considering, with slightly lower prices than the i4, more cargo space, and similar range estimates.

The 2025 Leaf is Nissan's low-cost effort to keep the nameplate alive while it develops a replacement.

Now entering its 14th year, the Leaf was redesigned for the 2018 model year and hasn't been fundamentally updated since significant safety system improvements were made in 2020. The five-seat compact hatchback is available in just two trims, and we think the base S version is the best value. The SV Plus costs almost as much as the base trim of the Nissan Ariya, which launched as a 2023 model and offers as much or more range, more modern tech, better battery management, and more performance and premium touches than either Leaf trim.

The base Leaf S is a bargain for buyers looking for an EV that can provide reliable, economical service as a grocery hauler and commuter car. Its closest competitors all cost more than the base Leaf. The rival Fiat 500e and Mini Electric Hardtop are substantially smaller and don't offer any more range. The Mini travels only two-thirds of the range delivered by the base Leaf but still starts at almost $3,000 more. A third potential competitor, the Hyundai Kona Electric, is nearly the same size as the base Leaf and offers substantially more range but at an almost $5,000 premium.

As far as the upper-trim Leaf SV Plus goes, it has slightly more than 200 miles of range but is outclassed in looks, range, and power by almost all of its compact EV competition. This group includes the Kia Niro EV, Ford Mustang Mach-E, and Volkswagen ID.4. The Leaf SV-Plus' saving grace is that it costs less than any of the others. That's until Chevrolet releases the promised $34,995 base version of the new Equinox EV, expected for sometime in 2025. It will likely qualify for a $7,500 federal tax credit that cuts its real cost to $27,495 — almost $2,000 less than the base Leaf S.

Overall, the 2025 Nissan Leaf beats existing competitors on price and can be a good deal for EV shoppers who don't need to drive many miles between charging sessions.

If you live in a city or suburb and can access EV charging at your home or in your apartment's garage, it is hard to imagine a more appealing everyday vehicle. All Minis have their own special charm, and the 2024 Mini Electric Hardtop epitomizes that while mixing in zero-emission electric propulsion. Who said saving the planet couldn't be fun? While it is true that the Mini EV doesn't offer the 200+ mile range on a charge that some of its competitors do, overall range might be getting too much attention. With its total claimed range of 114 miles, the electric Mini will suit you just fine if you drive fewer than 90 miles a day and have easy access to charging at night. With an entry price of just over $30,000, it will keep money in your pocket versus EVs that offer 200 miles of range — range that you might not need. Unfortunately, unlike some other EVs, the Mini EV doesn't qualify for the $7,500 federal income tax credit.

Its status as a battery-electric zero-emission vehicle is the prime reason to put the Mini Cooper EV on your shopping list. But for urban dwellers in particular, there is a lot to like about the car beyond its propulsion system. Small and nimble, it delivers intuitive handling, satisfying acceleration, and the special joy of driving a car that isn’t like every other car on the road. Substantially shorter in overall length than its most direct competitors — the Chevrolet Bolt EV and Nissan Leaf — it still offers a roomy driver's seat and good overall interior space. Its short length makes it easy to park, and its distinctive shape and bright colors make it easy to find in a crowded lot.