Top Electric Vehicles Worth Investing in for 2025
In the ever-evolving world of automobiles, the UK is leading the charge towards electrification. The latest statistics reveal that electric cars (Battery Electric Vehicles, BEVs) now hold a significant market share of approximately 29%, making the UK a European leader in EV adoption[1].
This figure represents a substantial increase compared to previous years, reflecting rapid growth driven by government mandates and consumer openness to EVs. In contrast, diesel cars hold a much smaller market share of around 5.3% to 5.6% in 2024 and 2025[2][4].
The Zero Emission Vehicle (ZEV) Mandate requires 28% of new car sales to be zero-emission by 2025[1]. The UK is on track with an estimated ~22% in early 2025[1]. Petrol and diesel car registrations are declining, with diesel especially dropping below 6% market share[2][4].
BEV registrations are rapidly growing, with over 223,000 new electric cars registered in the first half of 2025 and a 45.5% increase year-on-year for June 2025[2].
One of the standout performers in the UK market is the Tesla Model 3, one of Britain's best-selling EVs, which has topped the overall car sales chart several times[3]. The Audi RS E-Tron GT, first launched in 2020, received a midlife makeover in 2023, featuring a 105kWh battery, faster charging (up to 320kW), and new two-chamber air suspension[4].
Other notable entries include the Porsche Taycan, Porsche's best-selling car in the UK, with prices starting from around £86,500[3]. The Lotus Emeya, an electric four-door saloon with up to 905hp, is available in three versions with prices ranging from £89,500 to £130,000[4].
The Hyundai Ioniq 5, the former World Car of the Year, offers a lounge-like interior and can be equipped with a 63kWh battery for a 238-mile range or an 84kWh battery for up to 354 miles[4]. The Kia EV3, a new electric SUV, offers a Standard Range battery for 270 miles of range, and a Long Range version for up to 375 miles[4].
The Skoda Enyaq is a near-flawless family transport, better value and better executed than its sister Volkswagen ID.4[4]. The Ford Mustang Mach-E is an electric SUV with a fully-charged range of up to 372 miles[4]. The Polestar 2, a sophisticated electric car that competes with the Tesla Model 3, has a range of 343 to 408 miles and prices start from £45,000[4].
The MG4 EV provides a value-priced alternative to other electric cars, with prices starting from £27,000 and a top-spec model offering 323 miles of range[4]. The Tesla Model 3 boasts a range of miles, but has less-than-perfect build quality and aloof dynamics[4].
As the shift towards electrification continues, questions about EVs are becoming increasingly common. To help answer these questions, we've put together a section called "Your EV questions answered on Motoring Electric". Stay tuned for more insights into the world of electric vehicles.
[1] Source: GOV.UK [2] Source: Society of Motor Manufacturers and Traders (SMMT) [3] Source: Autocar [4] Source: Carwow
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- The UK has become a European leader in EV adoption, with electric cars now holding a significant market share of approximately 29%.
- Petrol and diesel car registrations are declining in the UK, with diesel especially dropping below 6% market share.
- BEV registrations are rapidly growing in the UK, with over 223,000 new electric cars registered in the first half of 2025 and a 45.5% increase year-on-year for June 2025.
- The Tesla Model 3, one of Britain's best-selling EVs, has topped the overall car sales chart several times in the UK market.
- The Audi RS E-Tron GT received a midlife makeover in 2023, featuring a 105kWh battery, faster charging, and new two-chamber air suspension in the UK.
- The Hyundai Ioniq 5 offers a lounge-like interior and can be equipped with a battery for a range of 238 to 354 miles.
- The MG4 EV provides a value-priced alternative to other electric cars, with prices starting from £27,000 and a top-spec model offering 323 miles of range.
- As the shift towards electrification continues, there are increasing questions about EVs. To help answer these questions, we've put together a section called "Your EV questions answered on Motoring Electric".
