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You really can go the extra mile with these electric vehicles - because they boast the longest range between charges of any EVs on the leasing market right now.
Range anxiety? That’s not something you need to worry about with these electric lease cars, as they’re all in the ‘400+’ club when it comes to mileage capabilities.
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Wondering which electric cars have the longest range? Probably the Number one concern for those thinking about making the switch from a petrol or diesel car to an all-electric lease vehicle in 2024 is 'range' - ie, how far it can travel in between charges.
Some EVs are designed specifically for urban commuting, with cars like the Dacia Spring enjoying a range of around 140 miles between charges and the affordable Citroen e-C3 upping that distance to around 200 miles.
But if you’re facing longer trips on a more regular basis, you’ll need an electric vehicle with more miles in the ‘tank’.
That’s where this Top 10 list of the longest range EVs 2024 comes in. These plug-in marathoners can cover large distances without needing to stop to charge.
It’s good to remember, however, that the ranges quoted here are the official figures from the Worldwide Harmonised Light Vehicle Test Procedure, or ‘WLTP’ as it’s known for short.
In the real world, it's best to err on the side of caution when calculating estimated range, especially when it's cold outside or when driving at high speed for long periods of time.
If it's the maximum range you crave, the Mercedes-Benz EQS Saloon is currently in pole position.
First launched in 2021, the sleek Mercedes-Benz EQS sits at the summit of the German firm’s range of electric saloons, ahead of the similarly-styled EQE (see below). There’s also an EQS SUV up for grabs.
It’s the aerodynamic EQS saloon that trumps its SUV sibling when it comes to range. And being capable of travelling up to 481 miles between charges, depending on which variant you choose, means you could – theoretically speaking – journey from Southampton to Edinburgh without stopping.
It’s the 360 hp ‘EQS 450+’ model that boasts the longest range.
The 450+ is powered by a large 118 kWh kWh lithium-ion battery that supports rapid 200 kW DC charging that can replenish the energy from 10-80% in just 31 minutes.
The other major talking point with the EQS is its limousine-like interior which features a state-of-the-art infotainment system. You can also expect an abundance of creature comforts, including air suspension, a panoramic roof and a suite of driver assistance and safety systems.
The Audi A6 e-tron arrived in September 2024 and quickly established itself as a pace-setting EV when it comes to range.
The ‘Sportback’ variants fitted with a 100 kWh ‘Performance’ battery are capable of travelling up to 461 miles between charges, while the ‘Avant’ estate models with the same battery max out at around 435 miles.
The A6 e-tron’s pace is equally impressive. Performance models develop 380 PS and can accelerate from 0-62 mph in just 5.4 seconds.
Meanwhile rapid 270 kW DC charging will take the energy in the 100 kWh battery from 10-80% in 21 minutes.
Sitting above both the ‘2’ and, perhaps confusingly, the ‘4’ in the firm’s range, the Polestar 3 is an ‘SUV for the electric age’.
The first thing that strikes you about the Polestar 3 is the way it looks. It’s quintessentially Scandinavian in style, from the futuristic body to the minimalist interior.
The second thing that makes you sit up and take notice is how far the Polestar 3 can travel between charges – a maximum of 438 miles.
You’ll achieve that figure with the Long Range Single Motor model, which makes use of a 111 kWh battery and offers power of 299 PS. That’s enough to accelerate this particular Polestar 3 from 0-62 mph in just 7.8 seconds.
Charging is also rapid, with 250 kW DC speeds enabling a 10-80% battery replenish in around 30 minutes.
The VW ID.7 is available to lease as either a ‘fastback’ saloonor as a more practical ‘Tourer’ estate.
And it’s the sleek saloon that inches ahead of its estate sibling when it comes to range between charges.
When the ID.7is equipped with a 86 kWh ‘Pro S’ battery it’s capable of journeying up to 436 miles between trips to the plug. The ID.7 Tourer estate has a max range of 424 miles.
The ID.7 saloon’s battery will also charge at speeds of up to 200 kW DC, which can replenish the energy from 10–80% in around 28 minutes.
What else is good about a VW ID.7 lease? Even the most affordable models come generously equipped as standard, with a kit list that includes a 15-inch infotainment system with sat nav, an augmented reality head-up display, massaging seats, and electric tailgate.
No-one does EVs quite like Tesla. And in October 2024 the Californian manufacturer made its Model 3 saloon even more desirable by launching a Long Range RWD variant with a range of up to 436 miles between charges.
It’s underpinned by a 75 kWh battery which provides ample amounts of power, as well as range, with the Tesla Model 3 Long Range RWD capable of sprinting from 0-62 mph in just 4.9 seconds.
Using a 250 kW Tesla supercharger will add up to 175 miles of range in just 15 minutes.
Meanwhile the Tesla Model 3 Long Range RWD provides one the best price-to-range ratios on the EV leasing market while also boasting one of the most efficient powertrains, at 4.97 miles per kWh.
Leasing customers can also expect a 15.4-inch central display, an 8-inch touchscreen in the rear, and heated and ventilated seats.
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According to Mercedes-Benz, the EQE offers ‘exclusivity and dynamism down to the last detail’.
A more affordable stablemate of the EQS (see above), the Mercedes-Benz EQE Saloon also takes its place in our ‘Longest Range EVs’ Top 10 run down.
It’s the entry-level, rear-wheel drive ‘EQE 350+’ which boasts the longest range of all the EQE variants. Here a 96 kWh battery unlocks a range of up to 429 miles while rapid 170 kW DC charging can restore the energy to 80% in around 32 minutes.
And from the plush interior to the bleeding-edge tech, the EQE screams luxury. Base ‘Sport Edition’ models come as standard with a fingerprint scanner, 64-colour ambient lighting, a laser-cut backlit trim, and a heat pump.
The Mercedes-Benz EQE is also available as the EQE SUV, which gets a lesser range of up to 376 miles between charges.
The Peugeot E-3008 is one of the most affordable cars in this list but takes the fight to more upmarket competitors when it comes to the distance it can travel between charges.
A ‘Long Range’ model was introduced by Peugeot in September 2024 and which is packing a larger 98kWh battery.
That results in a range of up to 422 miles before you need to stop and plug it in while the E-3008 also supports 160 kW DC rapid charging.
The Peugeot E-3008 impresses with its sleek exterior styling. Peugeot describes it as having the silhouette of a ‘Fastback SUV’ with a ‘feline stance mixing elegance with efficiency’.
Long Range models in entry-level ‘Allure’ trim come loaded with a 21-inch curved display with sat nav, wireless charging, and a reversing camera.
2024 was a big year for the Porsche Taycan, with a major overhaul of the car’s line-up and the introduction of a range-topping Turbo GT model with an astonishing 1,100 PS.
But when it comes to range, it’s the entry-level RWD Taycan Saloon that grabs the headlines.
The Saloon cars fitted with the larger 105 kWh battery will journey for up to 421 miles before you need to stop and charge while you still get Porsche’s trademark performance, with 0-62 mph going by in just 4.8 seconds.
Besides the Saloon, the Taycan can also be leased as the Sport Turismo estate or the Cross Turismo estate-SUV. With those two variants, you’re looking at a max range of around 404 miles between charges.
Like the Peugeot E-3008 (see above) an overhaul of the Peugeot E-5008 line-up in 2024 saw the arrival of new ‘Long Range’ variants that boast a larger 98 kWh battery.
Despite the fact that the Peugeot E-5008 is a large seven-seat SUV with family load lugging in mind, it’ll still journey up to 410 miles between charges.
Rapid charging at speeds of up to 160 kW provides a 20-80% energy boost in around 30 minutes.
A Peugeot E-5008 lease also gives lease customers a full suite of driver assistance and safety tech, including an Advanced Emergency Braking System with radar.
The Polestar 2 and the Tesla Model 3 have long been trading blows with each other on the leasing market. And here they are again, competing for a space on our list of the EVs with the longest range in the UK.
Long Range models with a 82 kWh battery were launched in 2023, giving the Single Motor Polestar 2 a range of up to 406 miles between charges.
There’s an abundance of power, too, with 299 PS enabling the Polestar 2 to glide from 0-62 mph in just 6.1 seconds, which is hot hatch territory.
You should also expect minimalist Scandinavian styling, both inside and out, with your Polestar 2 lease.
Battery Size vs. Range Comparison
You might think electric vehicles with the biggest batteries will have the most range. Not necessarily. You also have to take into account how efficient the battery tech is.
Let’s compared two cars on this list - the VW ID.7 and the Porsche Taycan:
| Vehicle | VW ID.7 | Porsche Taycan |
| Battery size (useable) | 86 kWh | 105 kWh |
| Range (official WLTP) | 436 miles | 421 miles |
| Efficiency | 4.5 miles per kWh | 3.6 miles per kWh |
Although the ID.7 has a considerably smaller battery than the Porsche Taycan Saloon RWD, it actually has greater range on a single charge.
How is that possible? The ID.7 manages to squeeze-out more miles from every unit of electricity stored in it.
You can see this reflected in the Efficiency line of the table. For every kWh of electricity, the ID.7 goes 4.5 miles whereas the Porsche Taycan only goes 3.6 miles.
So a larger battery capacity doesn't always translate into better range.
The best electric cars are not always the ones with the best range – but it certainly helps. Knowing you can drive pretty much any distance during the day without having to charge is a great psychological advantage.
Now you know which electric cars have the longest range, here are the key points around choosing long range vehicles:
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