1. Home
  2. Guides
  3. Best electric cars to buy in 2025: Driven and rated by our experts

12/08/2025

Best electric cars to buy in 2025

Written By Ivan Aistrop

Best electric cars to buy

There's more choice than ever in the electric car market, which can make for difficult decisions. That's why our experts have picked out the best electric cars on the market right now in 2025. 

The best electric cars deliver excellent comfort, performance and range in a desirable package. Enough range to compete with a petrol or diesel car? We're not all that far off now, with many of the best electric cars now capable of more than 300 miles between charges. 

From cheap-to-buy small electric cars great for town use, to spacious and luxurious electric SUVs capable of travelling hundreds of miles between charges, the electric car market has it all. Finding the best electric car to suit your needs should be a piece of cake with our handy guide.

If you're ready to buy, we've got over 8,000 used electric cars for sale, while if you want more choice, we have over 90,000 used cars for sale. If you're looking to finance a new car, check out our guide to the best PCP deals and electric car deals.


Best electric cars and EVs to buy in 2025

  1. Hyundai Ioniq 5
  2. Skoda Enyaq iV
  3. Kia EV6
  4. Porsche Taycan
  5. BMW i4
  6. Tesla Model 3
  7. Kia EV3
  8. MG4 EV
  9. Renault 5
  10. Skoda Elroq
  11. BMW i5
  12. Volkswagen ID.Buzz
  13. Volvo EX90
  14. BMW iX1
  15. MINI Cooper Electric

1. Hyundai Ioniq 5

Sharply styled and fast to charge

Hyundai Ioniq 5 Review: front dynamic
Hyundai Ioniq (2016-2022) Review front interior

Pros

  • Spacious cabin

  • Impressive range of up to 354 miles

  • Looks a bit like a spaceship

Cons

  • Not as nimble as the Kia EV6

  • Lack of rear wiper on earlier models

  • Does it need to be quite so big?

Hyundai has been leading the pack recently when it comes to affordable electric cars with long ranges, along with its sister brand Kia. 

The original Kona Electric, for example, came along in 2018 with almost double the range of its electric small SUV rivals. But now it's the Ioniq 5's that is one of the range setters among electric cars. 

Although it's shaped like a big hatchback, the Hyundai Ioniq 5 is larger than you might expect and similar in size to the Skoda Enyaq iV. A key part of the Hyundai's appeal is its styling, with a funky blend of futuristic and retro details to make it really stand out.

While the inside isn't as dazzling on the eye as the outside, it is a very nice place to sit, with a spacious, airy feel, great technology and clever features, including (on all but the basic Advance model) 'vehicle to load capability', which lets you power anything that uses a regular domestic plug from the car's battery. 

If you don't want all the bells and whistles, even the reasonably-priced entry-point model offers up a WLTP range of 273 miles (or 240 miles in earlier cars). But go for the 84kWh model and you'll get up to 354 miles out of a single charge, while charging is done pretty rapidly, with an 80% top-up possible in under 20 minutes. 

On the road, there might be faster and more exciting EVs, but the Ioniq 5's impressive comfort, decent performance and easy about-town driving make it a doddle to get about in. Should you still want your thrills in an Ioniq 5-shaped car, there's also the N version that is supercar quick and hugely entertaining to drive.

"It looks like a spaceship, the charging capability is up there with the best, and the N version is a riot."

Matt Robinson, Car Reviews Editor

Read our full Hyundai Ioniq 5 review

2. Skoda Enyaq

One of the most family-friendly EVs going

Skoda Enyaq review: driving dynamic
Skoda Enyaq review: interior

Pros

  • Very comfortable and versatile electric SUV

  • Affordable enough to bring electric cars to the masses

  • Easy to drive

Cons

  • You won't find it as fun to drive as some rivals

  • Not available with seven seats

  • Skoda's own Elroq might be more tempting

The Skoda Enyaq could be the electric car that many of us need. It's certainly one of the very best electric cars you can buy right now. 

Based on the same platform as Volkswagen's ID.4 and the Audi Q4 e-tron, we think it's the Enyaq that's the best choice out of the three cars. Don't get us wrong, the Volkswagen ID.4 and Audi Q4 e-tron are very good electric cars, it's just that the Enyaq offers greater practicality, more generous kit levels and a more affordable price tag.

Skoda's second all-electric car (after the small but very capable Citigo-e iV), the Enyaq is family-focused and big on space. There's a roomy, comfy cabin with a large 13.0-inch media display dominating the dashboard, while there's plenty of stowage space and a big boot as well. 

It's just as good to drive as its more expensive siblings, but the Enyaq offers an even more comfortable ride and a slightly better range, plus the interior feels well made and generously equipped. Skoda really has knocked it out of the park with the Enyaq. 

"Skoda has taken the same bits and pieces that make up the Volkswagen ID.4 and somehow made something a step up."

Matt Robinson, Car Reviews Editor

Read our full Skoda Enyaq review

3. Kia EV6

A stylish yet great value all-rounder

Kia EV6 Review: front three quarters
Kia EV6 Review: interior

Pros

  • Striking design inside and out

  • Great range, charging speeds and driving experience

  • Spacious for passengers

Cons

  • Doesn't ride as softly as a Hyundai Ioniq 5

  • Boot space isn't the best

  • A bit less headroom than most electric SUVs

Think the idea of a Kia - and an electric one at that - is mind-numbingly dull? The EV6 will make you think again. 

It's best to consider the Kia EV6 as the Niro EV's cooler, sportier uncle, and putting the two side-by-side hammers that analogy home. Its striking exterior combines with a modern-looking, well-executed interior that offers both dazzling tech and a number of neat practicality features. It's even pretty roomy.

What makes the Kia such an accomplished all-rounder for its relatively modest outlay is the driving experience. With punchy electric motors, agile handling and a grown-up (if slightly firm) ride, the EV6 makes almost everything else on the market feel a bit soulless.

There's a dual motor version that does 0-62mph in 5.3 seconds and a super-fast GT version that'll bait a Tesla Model 3. But, really, the single-motor version is plenty powerful enough for most people's needs. That's also the version with a 347-mile range. What's more, it can even power household devices or even charge up other EVs from outside the car, which is a very clever feature.

"The EV6 is one of the most stylish cars Kia has ever made, but there's way more to it than just good looks"

Matt Robinson, Car Reviews Editor

Read our full Kia EV6 review

4. Porsche Taycan

Porsche first, electric car second

Porsche Taycan Review: driving
Porsche Taycan Review: interior view

Pros

  • Fast and fun to drive

  • Very well built 

  • Range figures improved for the facelift version

Cons

  • Small infotainment screen by modern standards

  • Dizzying array of expensive options to add to a high starting price

  • Fastest models seem a bit pointless

The Porsche Taycan is properly quick. Already a fast car at the time of its launch, Porsche has since updated the car and increased power figures across the range. As such, the Taycan Turbo S now produces an enormous 952PS, and that's not even the most powerful version. Now, there's a range-topping Taycan Turbo GT with a frankly obscene 1,034PS, and the ability to hit 0-62mph in 2.2 seconds and top out at 190mph when the Weissach pack is fitted. 

Really, though, the 408PS entry-level model has more than enough performance for most, and at - we're not joking - £100,000 less than the GT. More relevant to most owners, the base Taycan gets an impressive range of 420 miles if combined with the Performance Plus battery. 

All Taycans blend impeccable handling with impressive long-distance comfort. Indeed, it's long-distance touring that the Taycan perhaps does best. Along with the increased battery range, there's a surprising amount of room inside, with enough space for adults in the back and a big boot. There's even an estate-like Cross Turismo model available, providing a sportier alternative to electric SUVs like the BMW iX.

"Impressive though the more powerful versions might be, the Taycan is brilliant even in its entry-level form"

Phill Tromans, Contributor

Read our full Porsche Taycan review

5. BMW i4

One of the best-driving EVs

2024 BMW i4

Pros

  • Even the entry-level model is great to drive

  • Cabin is just superb

  • We even like how it looks

Cons

  • It's more expensive than a Tesla Model 3 or Polestar 2

  • Won't turn heads in the same way as a BMW iX

  • The Hans Zimmer soundtrack is a bit annoying

If you're shopping for a compact executive car, you'd have to be a die-hard German car hater to not at least consider a BMW 3 Series. BMW wants this to also become the case with the all-electric i4, which is one of the brand's most accomplished EVs. 

The BMW i4 is effectively a rival to the Tesla Model 3 and Polestar 2. But unlike those cars, it doesn't shout about being electric. In fact, you'd be hard-pressed at a glance to tell it apart from a regular 4 Series Gran Coupe. And that's key to the i4's appeal: by not trying too hard, it's basically taking what we know and love about BMWs with engines, and applying that to an EV.

That means the interior is familiar but brilliant, with excellent quality and one of the best infotainment systems on the market. It's fantastic to drive, with a real sense of sharpness and balance to the handling. 

The headline model in the i4 range is the M50, with its punchy 544PS and dual electric motors. While that'll give a Model 3 Performance a run for its money, in the real world the 340PS eDrive40 model is plenty quick enough, and that's the version with a Tesla-matching 359-mile range from its 83.9kWh battery. 

In 2024, BMW gave the i4 a light refresh, tweaking the exterior styling and the cabin while leaving the powertrains alone. 

"The i4 is essentially just a 4 Series with the engines swapped for a battery and a motor, and it's all the better for it."

Matt Robinson, Car Reviews Editor

Read our full BMW i4 review

6. Tesla Model 3

A big seller, and for good reason

Tesla Model 3 review: driving dynamic
Tesla Model 3 review: interior and infotainment

Pros

  • Great range

  • Digital functionality

  • Facelift updates really enhance its appeal

Cons

  • Reliance on touchscreen – and no indicator stalk

  • No Apple CarPlay or Android Auto

  • Car insurance can be expensive

Even those with a dislike of the Tesla brand can't deny the sheer objective excellence of the Model 3. And buyers haven't, either, because the Tesla Model 3 is one of the most popular electric cars in the world right now, even a few years on from its launch.

Why? Well, it's one of the longest-range electric cars money can buy, yet despite new prices increasing of late, it's still relatively affordable. The Tesla Model 3 Long Range can officially manage up to 436 miles on a charge, but even when that does run out, you don't need to worry too much because Tesla's brilliant Supercharger network will always have your back. 

The Model 3 is not the most inspiring thing to look at inside or out, but the technology on offer via that giant central touchscreen makes VW's efforts look half-baked. You'll need to get used to everything (and we mean everything) being controlled through that screen, however, and there are better quality interiors around. But the Tesla is spacious and well-equipped. 

We can't complain about the way the Model 3 drives, with a sorted ride and composed handling. Even the basic ones are very fast, but the Tesla Model 3 Performance is astonishingly rapid, going from 0-62mph in 2.9 seconds. Want to bait supercars without the local pollution? This is the car. 

"We're not keen on its touchscreen over-reliance, but the Model 3 is mostly very impressive"

Ivan Aistrop, Contributor

Read our full Tesla Model 3 review

7. Kia EV3

Another stylish and practical EV from Kia

Kia EV3 Review: driving dynamic
Kia EV3 Review: interior

Pros

  • Stylish exterior and interior design

  • Large battery

  • Spacious

Cons

  • Not that engaging to drive

  • Irritating ADAS

  • Heat pump only available on top-spec guise

The Kia EV3 might just be the most impressive entry yet in the Korean brand's all-out assault on the electric car market. 

It's every bit as stylish as the flagship EV9, with which it shares strong aesthetic family ties, but is a much more manageable (yet still decent) size and is considerably more affordable. 

The range starts from just £33,000, making it by far Kia's cheapest EV and cheaper than a lot of rivals. Admittedly, you'll only be getting the smaller 58.3kWh battery pack for that price, but that still comes with an official range figure of 270 miles, which should translate to comfortably over 200 miles of 'real world' driving.

Opt for the bigger, 81.4kWh battery and that increases to 375 miles, so in the right conditions, you'll be able to drive 300 miles between charges. The upgrade costs around £3,000, so it's not like the EV3 is unduly expensive if you do need that extra range.

The EV3 is also as good to look at from the inside as it is from the outside and is a surprisingly fun car to drive. Little wonder it scooped the overall title of UK Car of the Year.

"Stylish, good to drive and decent value, we can see why the EV6 was the 2025 UK Car of the Year"

Matt MacConnell, Contributor

Read our full Kia EV3 review

8. MG4

A great value electric car

MG4 EV Review: driving dynamic
MG4 XPower Review: interior

Pros

  • Keenly priced electric vehicle with a decent range

  • A sporty-to-drive five-door hatchback

  • Striking styling and interior

Cons

  • Infotainment can be fiddly

  • Rear seat isn’t the most accommodating

  • Interior isn't as swish as pricier rivals

Who'd have thought it'd be MG that cornered the market for cheap electric cars? But the MG4 EV is one of the best electric hatchbacks on sale, and that's before you factor in the sub-£30k price tag.

Your money gets you a VW Golf-sized family car with a decent range (up to 323 miles) and a seven-year warranty, not to mention a long list of standard equipment. Even the top-spec MG4 EV Trophy is significantly cheaper than the Volkswagen ID.3 (its main rival) and comes with a genuinely impressive kit list, including a 360-degree camera, built-in navigation, heated front seats and a heated steering wheel.

What really makes the MG4 EV stand out against other MG models is its clever packaging. It's been designed from scratch as an EV, without the need to accommodate a big petrol engine. That means it's a lot more spacious inside than many cars of this size. And as the electric motor on the cheaper models drives the rear wheels, it's also a lot of fun to drive: good news for traditional MG buyers who have fond memories of cars like the MG B. 

An MG4 XPower with an extra motor on the front axle provides all-wheel drive and a potent 435PS output, but it's not quite as fun to drive as you might expect. 

"For the money, the MG4 is really impressive. We probably wouldn't bother with the XPower version, though"

Ivan Aistrop, Contributor

Read our MG4 review

9. Renault 5

One of the best electric superminis out there

Renault 5 Review: front three quarters
Renault 5 Review: interior and driving position

Pros

  • Fabulous styling

  • Well-judged ride and handling

  • Good value

Cons

  • Limited rear seat space

  • Awkward gear selector

  • We’re yet to try the cheaper 40kWh car

In recent times, Renault has been looking to its past for inspiration in naming its electric models, resulting in the latest Megane and Scenic E-Tech models. For its electric small car, however, the French firm looked even further back, and it's not just the name that the new Renault 5 takes inspiration from.

The car's styling is a thoroughly modern reimagining of the old retro favourite, using a vast number of familiar lines and details from the original, and the new car looks effortlessly cool and funky as a result. This is one electric supermini that you'll be desperate to be seen in.

The interior features a similar reimagining of the original's design, and looks just as charging as a result, but all the up-to-date tech that modern car-buyers demand is still all present and correct. The car's dinky dimensions mean that space isn't exactly massive, either for people or luggage, but there should be enough for many folk to get by.

It's a lovely little thing to drive, too: a doddle in town thanks to its teeny footprint and eager, gearchange-free acceleration, and nice when you're going faster thanks to a well-judged balance of ride comfort and cornering agility. Prices for the 5 are also reasonably affordable by EV standards, which makes it even more tempting.

"In the new 5, Renault has somehow managed to simultaneously make one of the coolest EVs as well as one of the cheapest"

Ivan Aistrop, Contributor

Read our Renault 5 review

10. Skoda Elroq

A brilliant electric family car

Skoda Elroq Review: Driving dynamic
Skoda Elroq Review: interior and infotainment

Pros

  • Good range and great to drive

  • Plenty of space in the cabin and boot

  • Very competitively priced 

Cons

  • Some unwanted tyre noise

  • Heat pump not standard

  • Limited choice of battery and trims at launch

Impressive though the Skoda Enyaq is, it's too large for a lot of buyers. Happily, that Skoda sensibility and value we love so much have been distilled into a smaller model called the Elroq. As for how big it is, the clue's in the name, which is a portmanteau of 'electric' and 'Karoq'. 

It sits on a different platform to the Karoq, though, adopting the same Volkswagen Group 'MEB' bespoke EV architecture as the Enyaq and stylish Volkswagen ID.Buzz you can also read about on this page. That means it takes full advantage of its low-lying battery pack and lack of a combustion engine to provide a really spacious, airy interior. 

The cabin is nicely designed, as well, being a far cry from dull Skoda cabins of old. The Elroq is also a looker from the outside, if not quite as alluring as something like a Kia EV3. What we like about the car most, though, is its price: you can buy one for just £31,500. 

That gets you the SE 50 with a range of about 230 miles, while the £33,350 SE L ups that figure to 250 miles. The Elroq Edition 85 can manage an impressive 360 miles between charges according to the official figures, and costs £38,650.

"The Enyaq is one of the best EVs out there, so it's little surprise that its slightly downsized Elroq sibling is similarly brilliant"

Phil Hall, Senior Editor

Read our full Skoda Elroq review

11. BMW i5

Essentially an electric 5 Series

BMW i5 Review 2024: Static
BMW i5 Review 2024: Interior

Pros

  • Fantastic cabin design and comfort

  • Fast and agile performance

  • Useful range

Cons

  • Not much steering feedback

  • Infotainment takes some learning

  • Boot is smaller than some

BMW's i5 is a great example of a supremely comfortable saloon cruiser. This all-electric 5 Series follows the brief of its combustion-powered predecessors: it’s good in almost every area with a refined driving experience and a fantastic look and feel. 

It stares the Porsche Taycan square in the face and laughs, with greater range and more space for passengers and luggage, while delivering a similarly immersive driving experience. 

Talking of range, the i5 can do up to 357 miles on a single charge, although real-world usage will likely bring that figure closer to 300. Still, that’s a decent slug, which will get you across a fair proportion of the country before you need to start considering a charging stop.

For those who want to really kick things up a notch, there’s an M60 variant, which will do 0-62mph in just 3.8 seconds, although max range drops to 315 miles.

The BMW i5 may be a little 'safer' when compared to some of the other vehicles in our best electric cars rundown, but it delivers a familiar BMW 5 Series experience, which means you're in good hands.

"Much like the i4, the i5 is a great option for anyone wanting a more familiar-feeling route into the EV world"

Phil Hall, Senior Editor

Read our full BMW i5 review

12. Volkswagen ID.Buzz

Your kids will love it

Volkswagen ID.Buzz LWB review: front view
Volkswagen ID.Buzz LWB review: interior

Pros

  • Retro design really turns heads

  • Bright, roomy and well-equipped cabin

  • Comfortable and refined to drive

Cons

  • SWB version isn't actually that big

  • Not the most affordable electric vehicle

  • Irritating climate control buttons

Volkswagen has a growing range of competent and long-range electric cars, but the only one that really tugs at the heartstrings is the utterly charming VW ID.Buzz.

Taking clear inspiration from a decades-old icon, the Type 2 Bus, the Volkswagen ID.Buzz MPV brings the same mix of practicality and style into the 21st century. And like the old bus, the engine (or rather electric motor) sits at the back, leaving a bluff front end and wheel-at-each-corner design to maximise space. 

There's plenty of that inside, with a vast front cabin and (optionally) electric sliding doors that reveal generous rear-seat space for three. And finally, after a wait that seemed to go on forever, the seven-seat ID.Buzz LWB has arrived at long last to offer even greater practicality. Regardless of version, though, we love the airy and smart cabin, with its bright finishes and premium feel. 

Another thing that's notably un-van-like is the driving experience. In fact, it drives like a very well-sorted electric car, with SUV-like handling but an even smoother ride than other VW electric cars. It's really quiet, too, and there's even a performance version in the form of the ID.Buzz GTX. 

"Go for the versatile long wheelbase version if you can - the standard ID.Buzz isn't as big inside as you might expect"

Ivan Aistrop, Contributor

Read our full Volkswagen ID.Buzz review

13. Volvo EX90

The ultimate electric SUV

Volvo EX90 Review 2024: driving dynamic
Volvo EX90 Review 2024: interior and infotainment

Pros

  • Incredibly quiet and refined

  • Sophisticated and premium interior

  • Stunning sound system

Cons

  • Touchscreen-centric controls not for everyone

  • Launch models are pricey

  • Lidar bump detracts from design

There was much excitement in the car world when the Volvo EX90 was first announced, due to it being the spiritual all-electric successor to the brilliant and hugely successful Volvo XC90. Then, however, we were made to wait the thick end of two years for it to arrive. Still, it was worth the wait.

Yes, the XC90 continues in a heavily revised plug-in hybrid form, but the EX90 takes Volvo's expertise with large seven-seat luxury SUVs, and brings it right up to date. And yes, the EX90 was initially very expensive, but that's partly because it's initially only offered in high-end trim levels with hugely powerful Twin Motor all-electric drivetrains and massive batteries. A cheaper single-motor version was subsequently launched, although it is still on the pricier side.

These lofty prices are justified, though. The plushly trimmed and immensely spacious seven-seater cabin has just about every gadget you can think of, while the cool Scandi design is typically Volvo, and perfectly complements the car's imposing exterior style.

With those hugely powerful drivetrains, the EX90 is enormously quick for such a vast car, while the ride is impressively smooth and the handling is surprisingly agile. 

"On top of all its strengths, the EX90 is also very handsome. Well, it is if you ignore that LiDAR 'hump' on its roof..."

Matt Robinson, Car Reviews Editor

Read our full Volvo EX90 review

14. BMW iX1

BMW's sharp electric SUV

BMW iX1 Review: Driving dynamic

Pros

  • Upmarket cabin looks great and is easy to use

  • More affordable than a BMW iX3 or iX

  • Expect the range to be fairly realistic in the real world

Cons

  • Doesn't move the game on in the same way as the original BMW i3

  • Unsure how Sport model behaves on more basic suspension

  • Fairly hefty prices

In recent years, there's been a steady stream of all-electric models from BMW, and that doesn't look like it's going to stop any time soon. For our money, the BMW iX1 is one of the firm's best.

That's for a variety of reasons. First and foremost, it's great to drive, like any BMW simply has to be. It provides a good balance of comfort and control, with the suspension mopping up the worst of road surfaces, but giving enough sharpness to allow you to have some fun. Performance is appropriately strong, and your progress is also appropriately quiet. Just what you want in a family SUV, then.

Worried that the teeny BMW iX1 isn't big enough to be a family SUV? Don't be. The iX1 has grown quite a bit compared to the previous X1, so it's really not that teeny any more. Four adults and a decent amount of luggage will fit very comfortably, and squeezing in a fifth person won't be out of the question, either. Best of all, as electric BMWs go, the iX1 is comparatively affordable, so buying one shouldn't break the bank. Chuck in the plush interior, generous equipment, impressive safety and very decent range, and you have a very capable all-rounder.

"As simply an electric version of the X1 SUV, the iX1 isn't as innovative as the i3 it indirectly replaces, but don't let that put you off"

Phil Hall, Senior Editor

Read our full BMW iX1 review

15. MINI Cooper Electric

An electric car you'll actually want to drive

MINI Cooper Electric Review 2024: front dynamic
MINI Cooper Review: interior

Pros

  • Fun to drive

  • Fab interior

  • Much improved electric range 

Cons

  • Complicated model line-up

  • Ride is very firm (particularly on the SE)

  • Cramped rear seats and small boot

The new MINI Cooper Electric is certainly not the first all-electric version of the MINI hatchback, but it is comfortably the best. 

The all-important range figure has improved hugely for one thing. While the old MINI Electric would struggle to bust 100 real-world miles on a full charge, the official WLTP figures suggest you'll get up to 250 miles out of this new one.

An electric MINI has to be about far more than range, though. It also needs to be about style, fun and charm. It certainly has the style bit nailed, with retro-modern looks that, as always, take their inspiration from the 1960s original, but with a fresh twist for this generation. That goes for the interior, too, which has a funky design, high-grade materials and a one-of-a-kind circular touchscreen.

The fun bit is covered by the MINI's trademark agility. It may look the same as the petrol-powered MINI released at the same time, but while that car shares much with the previous MINI, the all-electric one is built on a platform that's brand-spanking new. As any MINI should, it dances from bend to bend with impressive alacrity, and the potent pace from the electric motor keeps you on your toes as well. Charm? Well, when there's this much fun to be had, you can't fail to be drawn in by the latest MINI.

"The MINI Cooper Electric is just as fun to drive as its predecessor, but now has a much more useable range"

Ivan Aistrop, Contributor

Read our full MINI Cooper Electric review

The best small SUV on sale depends on your requirements. We reckon the Ford Puma is one of the best small SUVs, especially if you're looking for a car that's relatively affordable, looks stylish and is fun to drive. The Toyota Yaris Cross is an excellent alternative, particularly as it's a hybrid model with low running costs. Toyota has an extremely strong reliability record, too.

You should also look at VW Group small SUVs such as the Volkswagen T-Cross, SEAT Arona and Skoda Kamiq, all of which are impressive all-rounders that won't break the bank. Alternatively, consider premium small SUVs like the Volvo XC40, BMW X1 and Lexus UX.

The Toyota Yaris Cross is one of the most reliable small SUVs you can buy, along with the slightly bigger Toyota C-HR. Toyota is widely accepted to be one of the most reliable car manufacturers, regularly performing well in ownership surveys such as HonestJohn.co.uk's annual Satisfaction Index.

You should also look at Toyota's premium brand Lexus, particularly the Lexus UX small SUV. A Honda HR-V would be a good alternative, or the Mazda CX-30. Both are very reliable choices.

That rather depends on what you define as an SUV (Sports Utility Vehicle). The Suzuki Ignis and Toyota Aygo X are city cars with plenty of SUV design cues and raised seating positions, but whether or not they're genuine SUVs is a matter of opinion (although the Suzuki can be had with four-wheel drive). The Suzuki Jimny and Fiat Panda 4x4 are less Sport and more Utility Vehicles, but they certainly fit the bill as tiny off-roaders. 

Find a Hyundai Ioniq 5 for sale

102
Cars for sale
£17k - £26k
Price range
View all cars for sale

Find a Skoda Enyaq for sale

309
Cars for sale
£17k - £38k
Price range
View all cars for sale

Find an Kia EV6 for sale

47
Cars for sale
£29k - £54k
Price range
View all cars for sale

Find a BMW i4 for sale

163
Cars for sale
£34k - £58k
Price range
View all cars for sale

Find a Tesla Model 3 for sale

17
Cars for sale
£16k - £38k
Price range
View all cars for sale

Find a Kia EV3 for sale

43
Cars for sale
£30k - £43k
Price range
View all cars for sale

Find an MG4 for sale

61
Cars for sale
£12k - £25k
Price range
View all cars for sale

Find a Renault 5 for sale

40
Cars for sale
£24k - £30k
Price range
View all cars for sale

Find a Skoda Elroq for sale

94
Cars for sale
£27k - £35k
Price range
View all cars for sale

Find a BMW i5 for sale

66
Cars for sale
£45k - £84k
Price range
View all cars for sale

Find a Volvo EX90 for sale

27
Cars for sale
£72k - £102k
Price range
View all cars for sale

Find a BMW iX1 for sale

101
Cars for sale
£41k - £60k
Price range
View all cars for sale