The 2027 Chevrolet Equinox EV is the best electric car overall: 319 miles EPA-estimated from $34,995. The 2027 Hyundai Ioniq 5 is #2 with 318 miles from $35,250, and the 2026 Tesla Model 3 Standard is #3 with 321 miles from $36,990.
Range: 319 miles EPA-estimated on FWD modelsStarting MSRP: $34,995 for the 2027 Equinox EV; excludes destination freight, tax, title, license, dealer fees and optional equipmentFast charging: Up to 80 miles of range added in 10 minutes on public DC fast chargingEfficiency: 108 MPGe combined for the FWD (EPA via fueleconomy.gov)
The 2027 Equinox EV is rated 319 miles EPA-estimated on FWD models, starts at $34,995 and can add up to 80 miles of range in 10 minutes on public DC fast charging.
Go ifThe most range for the least money in a family-size SUV
Skip ifYou want a sedan or a pickup
Why #1 over #2: It lists 319 miles from $34,995; the Ioniq 5 lists 318 miles from $35,250.
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2027 Hyundai Ioniq 5
Answrs VerdictThe fast-charging pick.
Range: 318 miles EPA-estimated on SE, SEL and Limited RWD; 245 miles on the SE Standard Range RWDStarting MSRP: $35,250 for the 2027 Ioniq 5; excludes freight, tax, title and licenseFast charging: About 20 minutes to charge from 10% to 80% on a 350-kW DC chargerEfficiency: 114 MPGe combined for the RWD (EPA via fueleconomy.gov)
The 2027 Ioniq 5 lists 318 miles EPA-estimated on RWD trims from $35,250 and about 20 minutes to charge from 10% to 80% on a 350-kW charger.
Go ifFast charging with a spacious hatch-style SUV body
Skip ifYou want the longest range on the list
Why #2 over #3: Its 350-kW charging gives a 20-minute 10%-80% stop; the Model 3 Standard tops out at 225 kW.
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2026 Tesla Model 3 Standard
Answrs VerdictThe efficiency leader.
Range: 321 miles EPA est. on the Model 3 StandardStarting price: Starting at $36,990; Tesla’s footnote says Model 3 starts at $38,630 including destination and order fees, excluding taxesFast charging: 225 kW max; up to 170 miles added in 15 minutesEfficiency: 139 MPGe combined for the 2026 Standard RWD (EPA via fueleconomy.gov)
The Model 3 Standard is rated 321 miles EPA est., starts at $36,990 and charges at up to 225 kW, adding up to 170 miles in 15 minutes; its 139 MPGe is the best on the list.
Go ifThe most efficient sedan on the list
Skip ifYou want a hatchback or SUV body
Why #3 over #4: Its 321 miles beats the Bolt’s 262 miles.
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2027 Chevrolet Bolt
Answrs VerdictThe budget hatchback.
Range: 262 miles EPA-estimatedStarting MSRP: $27,600 for the 2027 Bolt; Chevrolet calls it America’s most affordable EVFast charging: 25 minutes GM-estimated for 10%-80% on DC public fast charging; NACS port standardEfficiency: 120 MPGe combined (EPA via fueleconomy.gov)
The 2027 Bolt starts at $27,600 with 262 miles EPA-estimated, a 25-minute GM-estimated 10%-80% charge and a standard NACS port.
Go ifThe lowest price of any pick
Skip ifYou regularly drive past 262 miles between charges
Why #4 over #5: Its $27,600 start undercuts the Leaf’s $29,990.
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2026 Nissan Leaf
Answrs VerdictThe cheap 300-miler.
Range: 303 miles EPA-estimated for the LEAF S+, with a 75 kWh batteryStarting MSRP: $29,990 for the 2026 LEAF S+; Nissan lists the SV+ at $34,230 and the Platinum+ at $38,990Charging port: Standard NACS port with access to more than 27,500 Tesla Superchargers
The 2026 Leaf S+ is rated 303 miles with a 75 kWh battery from $29,990, and its standard NACS port reaches more than 27,500 Tesla Superchargers.
Go ifA low price and 300-plus miles in a crossover
Skip ifYou want the most cargo space
Why #5 over #6: Its $29,990 start is far below the Mach-E Premium’s $40,595 for a similar range.
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2026 Ford Mustang Mach-E
Answrs VerdictThe driver’s crossover.
Range: 320 miles EPA-est. on the Mach-E Premium; 300 miles on the SelectStarting MSRP: $40,595 for the 2026 Mach-E Premium; the Select starts at $37,795Efficiency: 110 MPGe combined for the RWD Extended (EPA via fueleconomy.gov)
The 2026 Mach-E Premium is rated 320 miles EPA-est. from $40,595; the Select starts at $37,795 with 300 miles.
Go ifA sporty crossover with 320 miles
Skip ifYou want the lowest price for 300 miles
Why #6 over #7: Its 320 miles beats the Prologue’s 308 miles.
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Lucid Air Grand Touring
Answrs VerdictThe range record.
Range: 512 miles for the 2027 Air Grand Touring with 19-inch wheels (EPA via fueleconomy.gov)Starting MSRP: From $114,900 for the Air Grand Touring; Lucid lists the Air Pure from $70,900Fast charging: Charge to 200 miles in 12 minutes, which Lucid says is achievable only on the Grand TouringEfficiency: 128 MPGe combined (EPA via fueleconomy.gov)
The Air Grand Touring is rated 512 miles on 19-inch wheels and can charge to 200 miles in 12 minutes, from $114,900.
Go ifThe longest range of any EV here
Skip ifYou want range at a mainstream price
Why #7 over #8: Its 512 miles is far beyond the Prologue’s 308, but at a much higher price.
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2026 Honda Prologue
Answrs VerdictThe easy-to-live-with SUV.
Range: 308 miles EPA range rating with an 85 kWh batteryStarting MSRP: $39,900 for the 2026 PrologueFast charging: About 65 miles added in 10 minutes; 20% to 80% in 35 minutes
The 2026 Prologue has an 85 kWh battery and a 308-mile EPA rating from $39,900, adding about 65 miles in 10 minutes.
Go ifA familiar-brand SUV with 308 miles
Skip ifYou want faster charging
Why #8 over #9: Its 308 miles from $39,900 beats the bZ XLE’s 236-mile base rating.
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2027 Toyota bZ
Answrs VerdictThe cheap way in.
Range: 314 miles EPA-estimated on the XLE FWD Plus; the base XLE is rated 236 milesStarting MSRP: $34,980 for the 2027 bZ XLE; the Limited starts at $43,380Fast charging: About 30 minutes for 10% to 80% under ideal conditions
The 2027 bZ XLE starts at $34,980 and is rated 236 miles; the XLE FWD Plus reaches 314 miles, with a 30-minute 10%-80% charge.
Go ifA low starting price with an NACS port
Skip ifYou want 300-plus miles at the base price
Why #9 over #10: Its $34,980 start undercuts the Silverado EV’s $61,900.
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2027 Chevrolet Silverado EV
Answrs VerdictThe truck pick.
Range: 478 miles GM-estimated on the Max RangeStarting MSRP: From $61,900 for the 2027 Silverado EV; the Max Range Trail Boss starts at $71,000Towing: Up to 12,500 lbs. of max available towing
The 2027 Silverado EV starts at $61,900 and offers 478 GM-estimated miles on the Max Range, with up to 12,500 lbs. of towing.
Go ifThe only electric pickup on the list
Skip ifYou want the lowest price for the range
How we ranked these
We ranked each model on its published range, the price needed to get that range, fast-charging speed and overall value, using each maker’s own range and starting-price pages and fueleconomy.gov. Facts are taken from each maker's own published information; check the official site before you buy.
Questions people ask
What is the best electric car overall?
The 2027 Chevrolet Equinox EV: 319 miles EPA-estimated on FWD models from $34,995.
What is the cheapest electric car on this list?
The 2027 Chevrolet Bolt, from $27,600 with 262 miles EPA-estimated.
Which electric car has the longest range?
The Lucid Air Grand Touring, rated 512 miles on 19-inch wheels, from $114,900.
Which electric car charges fastest here?
The Lucid Air Grand Touring can charge to 200 miles in 12 minutes; among the mainstream picks the Hyundai Ioniq 5 takes about 20 minutes for 10% to 80% on a 350-kW charger.
Range in miles (as published) at a glance
2027 Chevrolet Bolt262 miles
2026 Nissan Leaf303 miles
2026 Honda Prologue308 miles
2027 Toyota bZ314 miles
2027 Hyundai Ioniq 5318 miles
2027 Chevrolet Equinox EV319 miles
2026 Ford Mustang Mach-E320 miles
2026 Tesla Model 3 Standard321 miles
2027 Chevrolet Silverado EV478 miles
Lucid Air Grand Touring512 miles
Range in miles (as published), as published by each maker. Picks without a published figure are left off.
