Most Affordable Electric Sedans

If you're struggling with which electric car to buy, you've come to the right place. Our model ranking is based on the comprehensive instrument testing of hundreds of vehicles every year and the editorial team's subjective driving experience under real road conditions. We ranked the best electric cars, trucks and SUVs based on approximately 200 data indicators, covering acceleration performance, handling, comfort, storage space, energy efficiency, cost performance and driving pleasure. We take rankings very seriously because our goal is to give you a comprehensive understanding of the models you want.

If you're looking for a cheap electric car that's not an SUV, this list is for you. Car and Driver's rankings are based on the results of extensive instrument testing of hundreds of vehicle models every year, as well as the subjective feelings of expert editors during actual driving. We ranked the cheapest electric sedan, coupe and hatchback based on the manufacturer's recommended retail price (MSRP) of each model, and scored each vehicle based on approximately 200 data points covering acceleration, handling, comfort, cargo space, fuel economy, value for money, and driving pleasure. The base price for all of these electric vehicles is less than $75,000.