The initial upfront cost of electric cars was pegged as one of the main reasons for slow adoption in the UK.
But offerings from Europe and China have steadily dropped in price, and some EVs are as cheap as conventional petrol models now.
The government’s recently announced Electric Car Grant (ECG) has also helped to bring prices down. This is applicable to certain EVs priced at £37,000 or below depending on sustainability criteria and the countries where they are built. Eligible cars are awarded £1500 or £3750, depending on the car’s ‘environmental impact.’
The cheapest EV on sale in the UK is the Citroën Ami, although this is technically a quadricycle. The cheapest conventional car is the Leapmotor T03. Keep reading for the full list.
Price: £7695
Best for: City drivers
The cheapest car on this list technically isn’t a car, but a quadricycle. Designed to be inexpensive, effective transport for packed cities, the Citroën Ami has an 8bhp motor, 28mph top speed and 45-mile range, which all make it hopelessly out of its depth on the open road.
That said, its tight turning circle and dinky dimensions make it a doddle to drive around town, and the presence of a roof – something you don’t get on a motorcycle – keeps you warm and dry when the heavens open.
Read our Citroën Ami review
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Really cool roundup! Love that the price gap’s closing and EVs are becoming actually doable for more folks. Curious how these cheap models hold up tech-wise (battery degradation, software updates, etc.) those will be make-or-break in the long run.
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Interesting, the Renault 5 EV seems like a good entry point! That price is tempting. Wondering how the real-world range compares, especially uphill. Does it feel as zippy as exploring Poptropica? A long-term review would be great, comparing charging speeds and overall reliability. Thanks for the initial insight!
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