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A leader in the electric car field, the 2020 Tesla Model S continues to offer luxury and technology in a zero-emissions vehicle.
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With its long range and cool Falcon Wing doors, the 2020 Tesla Model X stands apart in a very small field of luxury EV SUVs.
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The 2020 Tesla Model 3 offers full electric capability in a midsize luxury car with cutting-edge technology and blistering speed.
ADDITIONAL MODEL INFORMATION
by Chris O'Neill
The electric vehicle market sure is heating up these days. With new entrants coming into the fray every few months, it's getting harder to keep track of all of the battery-powered electric vehicles offered today.
Because range is a huge consideration for any electric vehicle, we've rounded up the 10 EVs that you can buy new today that offer the most range between charges. As of this writing, each vehicle on this list is eligible for a $7,500 federal tax credit plus whatever your state and local governments offer, which can make a significant dent in the purchase price.
For this list, we're leaning on Environmental Protection Agency range ratings from fueleconomy.gov. While there are some much-hyped new EVs on the horizon -- such as the Porsche Taycan, the Mercedes-Benz EQC and the Rivian R1T and R1S -- that will likely place on this list in the future, they haven't been rated by the EPA yet.
While many electric vehicles have entered the fray since it first arrived in 2012, the Tesla Model S is still the range king. Tesla produces two versions of the Model S -- perhaps unsurprisingly, the Long Range model offers the longest range, with 370 miles of possible range between charges. The Performance model, which offers an insane 0-to-60 mph time of 2.4 seconds, tops out at about 345 miles. All-new Model S vehicles come with all-wheel drive and an adaptive air suspension. Another of the vehicle's most noteworthy features is its huge 17-in center screen, which acts as the vehicle's command center and offers full web-browsing capabilities. (We absolutely do not recommend using this feature while driving.) A Model S Long Range starts around $80,000, while the Performance trim starts around $100,000. Find a Tesla Model S for sale
Basically an SUV version of the Model S, the bigger, heavier Model X doesn't range quite as far as its sedan-bodied sibling. In the Long Range guise, the Model X can go about 325 between charges, and its 0-to-60 mph time is about 4.4 seconds. The Performance model's range is about 305 miles, and it goes from 0-to-60 mph in about 2.7 seconds. Just like the Performance trim of the Model S, the Model X comes with Tesla's Ludicrous Mode acceleration boost and sporty exterior styling elements. All Model X vehicles come with AWD drive and Tesla's novel Falcon Wing doors, and they seat as many as seven people. Pricing starts at $85,000 for a Long Range model and $105,000 for a Performance trim -- and climbs quickly once you start adding options. Find a Tesla Model X for sale
Don't be confused by Jaguar's model names -- while the company offers a compact crossover called the E-PACE, its electric offering is the I-PACE. Despite the misleading nomenclature, the I-PACE is one of the most highly regarded new EVs to hit the market in recent years. It's fun to drive and offers a spacious interior that remains true to Jaguar's luxury-car roots. (Unlike Tesla, whose minimalist, screen-centric design can take some getting used to.) Additionally, the I-PACE's dual electric motors -- there's one at each axle -- provide standard AWD and are rated at the equivalent of 394 hp and a whopping 510 lb-ft of torque, good for going from 0-to-60 mph in about four seconds. Thanks to its height-adjustable suspension and surprisingly competent traction control systems, the I-PACE can also handle some light off-roading, unlike most EVs. The I-PACE starts just north of $70,000 and reaches about $90,000 when fully loaded. Find a Jaguar I-PACE for sale
The Leaf was one of the first mainstream EVs when it debuted back in 2011. It's now in its second generation, and with this new generation comes an extended-range model capable of traveling up to 239 miles on a single charge. Pricing for the Leaf Plus starts at about $38,000 for a basic S Plus trim and tops out just shy of $44,000 for the loaded SL Plus trim, which includes a 360-degree surround-view monitor, leather seats and a Bose audio system. The SL Plus trim also comes with Nissan's clever ProPilot Assist feature, which helps guide the vehicle on the highway. We love the Leaf Plus's spacious hatchback design, user-friendly interior and standard DC Fast Charge system, which can greatly reduce charging times. Find a Nissan Leaf for sale
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