Electric cars (EV) are becoming much more popular and there are more choices than ever before. In fact, as of the end of July 2024, 33 brands sell at least one electric vehicle in the UK.
Many brands are on the road to electrification, both with new all-electric models and all-electric versions of current petrol and diesel models. There are also electric car brands that only offer EV models.
As of June 2024, 33 brands make and sell at least one electric vehicle in the UK. These are:
Here is a full list of electric cars that are available to by brand new in the UK in 2024.
All data is correct as of June 2024 and includes the standard edition of every all-electric model, including fully electric vans, available in the UK. This list will be updated when new electric vehicles are released in the UK throughout 2024.
The following models have been discontinued by the manufacturer, but are still available as second-hand cars:
Since there is so much choice, it may be daunting to try and narrow down which electric car model to buy.
Considering the following factors may help you narrow down your search.
If you live in a city, you may want a smaller EV. Smaller EVs have smaller batteries, which means they have a smaller range – but if you live in a city where you don’t need to drive as far, a small car could suit you.
Having a family means your car gets a lot of use – you’ll need ample boot space and a decent range.
If you have three or more children, you may want a people carrier. There are a range of seven-seater electric cars that could suit your needs.
If you have a longer commute to work, or you find yourself driving longer distances often, you don’t want to be caught short. Choosing a vehicle with a longer range would mean you wouldn’t have to stop so frequently to charge.
If you don’t have the financial means to splash on an EV, there are affordable options out there.
If you’d like more advice, WhatCar? has an up-to-date guide to the best EVs on the UK market right now.
If you've found an electric car that takes your fancy, you might be ready to buy it. Fortunately, the process is very similar to buying an ICE, so there's less to worry about. Refresh your car buying knowledge in this guide.
If you’re still considering how to finance your electric car, read this article to learn how much an EV costs on average in the UK as well as the price of every EV currently available in 2024.
In the UK at present, there are 22 brands and various models of hybrid cars available, which this article mentions.