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Electric Cars

This is where you’ll find a range of electric car content produced by CarGurus UK, from news and reviews to information about buying and running an electric vehicle (EV). If you’re in the market for a used electric car we’ve also included links to used electric cars for sale, including the Renault Zoe, Nissan Leaf and Tesla Model 3.

EV News

Ford Mustang Mach E driving, front, blue, London

Ford Mustang Mach-E: Riding in one of 2020’s hottest electric cars

The Ford Mustang Mach-E has to be one of 2020’s most exciting cars. We grab a passenger ride to see how this electric SUV is shaping up.

2015 Renault Zoe, blue, driving, front

The used electric cars going UP in value

Chris Knapman
January 29, 2020

A CarGurus study has shown that as interest in battery-powered motoring increases, some used electric cars are going up in value.

2020 Aston Martin DBX front, red

Best New Cars 2020: From an Electric VW to the Land Rover Defender

Jon Quirk
January 13, 2020

The best new cars in 2020 are set to include the Aston Martin DBX, Land Rover Defender, Honda e and VW ID.3. John Quirk sets the scene for an exciting year.

Toyota Plug in hybrid EV badge

Will 2020 be the Year of the Plug-in Hybrid Electric Car?

Vicky Parrott
January 2, 2020

Plug-in hybrid sales have stalled in 2019. But with a range of new models due to land, and changes to company car tax set to kick in, that could all change.

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EV Reviews

2020 Kia Soul EV, blue, cornering

2020 Kia Soul EV Review: the electric family car with a 280-mile range

The 2020 Kia Soul EV is a family car that cover cover up to 280 miles on electric power. But is it the car to convert you to electric motoring?

2015 Renault Zoe, blue, driving, front, city

Renault Zoe Used Car Review (2013 to 2020): One of the most affordable used EVs you can buy

A used Renault Zoe can be a tantalisingly cheap way to join the world of electric motoring. In thid CarGurus used car review we explain what to look for if you’re considering buying one.

2015 BMW i3 parked, grey, front

Why I Bought a Used BMW i3: Long term test of a 2015 i3 REX

Intrigued by what it’s like to buy a run a used electric car? So was Chris Knapman, which is why he’s bought a 2015 BMW i3. Here’s how he’s getting on.

Tesla Model S and Porsche Taycan

Tesla or Taycan: Why Porsche has the Model S in its sights

The Porsche Taycan and Tesla Model S have been busy fighting it out against the clock, but the real battle will take place in the showroom – how does each stack up?

Buying an EV

Toyota Prius four generations

History Guide: Toyota Prius Hybrid

What it lacks in excitement the Toyota Prius makes up for with clever engineering and a forward-thinking approach. Here’s how it’s developed over the years.

2013 BMW i3 driving, front

Why the BMW i3 could be the Greenest Used Car of All

The BMW i3 is not only one of the most interesting used cars that a sensible sum of money can buy, but it’s also one of the greenest, says Vicky Parrott.

White Honda CR-Z, corning, front

Buying a Hybrid with a £5,000 Budget

Hybrid cars need not cost a fortune to buy. In fact, you can pick up used models from Toyota, Lexus and Honda for less than £5,000. Jon Quirk looks at the pros and cons of buying hybrid on a budget.

Blue BMW i8 parked in underground garage

BMW i8: Is this the Best Used Sports Car of 2019?

With jaw-dropping looks, strong performance, low running costs and increasingly attractive prices the BMW i8 is hard to ignore as a used buy. In fact, it might just be the most enticing used sports car we’ll see this year.

Running an EV

2015 BMW i3 parked, grey, front

Why I Bought a Used BMW i3: Long term test of a 2015 i3 REX

Intrigued by what it’s like to buy a run a used electric car? So was Chris Knapman, which is why he’s bought a 2015 BMW i3. Here’s how he’s getting on.

Car charging symbol on car

Used Electric Car Batteries: What happens to them and can they be recycled?

Addressing what happens to used electric car batteries is set to become an increasingly important issue for the automotive industry.

Tesla Model X, grey, driving, front

Towing with an Electric Car: Weighing up the pros and cons

In theory, it should be easy to tow with an electric car. But what’s the reality when it comes to towing limits, performance and range? David Motton investigates.

White Nissan Leaf charging

How to Look After Your Electric Car Battery

With electric cars becoming more popular it’s time to think in more detail about how best to look after their batteries, reports Andrew English.

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