These are the cheapest EVs on sale today

Electric cars are becoming more popular here in the UK.

They offer a quiet and relaxing driving experience with zero tailpipe emissions.

Cheaper maintenance costs and a growing public charging network means that EVs are becoming easier to live with, too.

However, for some, the key issue of affordability remains a major hurdle. Prices have always been higher than petrol and diesel cars, largely as a result of the manufacturing costs associated with the batteries.

But as technology improves and production scales up, prices are starting to drop, bringing EVs in-line with their fossil-fuelled counterparts.

Last year, a flood of new battery-powered cars came onto the market, offering good looks and much lower price tags.

With that in mind, we have compiled a list of the cheapest new electric cars on sale in the UK today.

Dacia has been selling cars in the UK since 2013 with the goal of making cars for the masses at very affordable prices.

The Spring is Britain’s cheapest new electric car on sale, priced from £14,995 for the entry-level model.

It features a five-door bodystyle, and comes in a choice of two trim levels.

Under the bonnet, there is a 26.8kWh battery pack and electric motor that generates 44bhp or there is a more powerful 64bhp version. The former has a claimed range of 140 miles, while the latter can do 135.

Standard equipment includes a seven-inch touchscreen, air conditioning and parking sensors.

The Spring is a great entry-point into electric ownership and should be taken seriously in a world of expensive electric SUVs.

Leapmotor is a new addition into the UK car market and is part of the European giant Stellantis.

Its first offering is the small T03 city car which is a direct rival to Dacia’s Spring.

Under the bonnet, there is a 37.3kWh battery pack and electric motor that delivers 93bhp. Leapmotor claims that the T03 can travel up to 165 miles between trips to the plug.

Standard equipment includes 15-inch alloy wheels, a panoramic sunroof, climate control and electrically heated door mirrors.

Prices start at £15,995, making the T03 the second cheapest new EV on sale in the UK.

The Citroen C3 used to be a sensible supermini with a dash  of French flair. Now, the latest iteration is offered with petrol, hybrid and electric power.

The electric variant is called the e-C3 and sits on the Stellantis ‘Smart Car platform’. It features a 44kWh battery pack and electric motor that Citroen claims can travel up to 199 miles on a single charge.

Its exterior design has a rugged appearance with black plastic wheel arch mouldings. More expensive models receive a two-tone paint finish and roof bars.

Standard equipment includes LED headlights, a 10-inch infotainment screen, 17-inch alloy wheels and air conditioning.

Prices start at £21,990 for the basic e-C3 and rise to £23,690 for the top-of-the-line ‘Max’ trim.

Renault has brought back an iconic nameplate for one of the best looking EVs on sale.

The original Renault 5 went out of production over 30 years ago but it returns in 2025 as a retro-styled EV with a choice of bold colour choices and two battery pack options.

Underneath its skin, there is a 40kWh unit that Renault claims can take the car 186 miles on a single charge. There is also a larger 52kWh battery pack and electric motor that can do a claimed 252 miles.

All versions of the Renault 5 come with a 10.1-inch touchscreen that features Google Built-in, LED headlights and front parking sensors.

Prices start at £22,995 making this cool and quirky French EV great value for money.

Hyundai is a carmaker that has come on in leaps and bounds over the years.

Its latest offerings are some of the best cars on the market today, and are now directly competing with European rivals.

The Inster is the smallest EV in the firm’s range, offering a cute and cuddly exterior design, with bucket loads of interior space.

There is a choice of a 42kWh or larger 49kWh battery pack. The former has a claimed range of 203 miles, while  the latter can cover up to 229.

Inside, the rear seats can slide forwards for more boot space or backwards to increase rear passenger space. The front seats can fold flat to turn the Inster into a mini campervan.

A ‘Cross’ version will be available later this year with a more rugged exterior and interior appearance.

Prices start at £23,495 for the entry model and rise to £28,745 for the flagship 02 and Cross trim levels.