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(Image credit: Range Rover)
(Image credit: Range Rover)
Manufacturers have created electric versions of some popular cars, such asBMW’s i4version of the 4-series andMercedes' EQSversion of the S-class. However, there are plenty of great cars that are crying out for electric versions. Here are my top 5.
(Image credit: Mazda)
(Image credit: Mazda)
Mazda MX-5 (Miata)
Making an all-electric version of this makes perfect sense, as it would only need a relatively small battery to provide a decent range. There’s a distinct lack of convertible EVs right now and this would be the perfect place to start.
(Image credit: Range Rover)
(Image credit: Range Rover)
Range Rover
Range Rover already offers a plug-in hybrid version of its 2022 model, so a full-EV may not be that far away. The beauty of cars like the Range Rover is that they are already big vehicles, so sticking in an electric motor doesn’t make a huge amount of difference.
A full electric would be lighter than the hybrid option though, and with a decent range (something in the 300s) it is bound to be a huge success. Jeep is already queuing up its Grand Cherokee in the US, but the Range Rover has bags more style.
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(Image credit: Porsche)
(Image credit: Porsche)
Porsche 911
Don’t get me wrong, I loved driving thePorsche Taycanbut it’s no 911. Car companies still seem reticent to provide an electric two-seater sports car and yet the Taycan has more than proved that you can still have the Porsche driving experience with an electric engine.
The beauty of cars like the 911 is that most owners don’t need huge range, so the battery size could be kept down to reduce the weight. I’m sure there are Porsche fans that wouldn’t be happy seeing this icon lose its 6-cylinder petrol engine but if you can convince Ford truck owners to go electric, anything is possible.
(Image credit: Ford)
(Image credit: Ford)
Ford Bronco
What’s slightly surprising to me is that despite the new Bronco range including multiple versions, from the Sport to the Raptor, there is not one electric version to be seen. There’s not even a plug-in hybrid option as we got with the new Maverick truck. I’m sure we will see a Bronco EV in time but it’s the one model I’m still waiting for.
(Image credit: Ford)
(Image credit: Ford)
Ford Mustang
The Ford Mustang Mach-E got a lot of criticism when it was first announced, as despite the name, this was a four-door SUV. Having driven in the Mach-E and seen many more on the road, I’m a big fan of the car and consider it one of the best affordable EVs on the market. But, I do understand where the critics are coming from.
Now the Mach-E is a proven success, it’s time to try that 480hp electric engine in the original Mustang GT. The popularity of the Mustang could handle one more engine choice and there is definitely an audience out there for a full electric version.
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