Electric cars
WLTP range figures come from a standardised test averaging 29 mph in 23°C conditions; those conditions rarely reflect a UK motorway in November. In mixed real-world driving, expect 70-75% of the official figure; at a steady 70 mph, deduct a further 5-10 percentage points on top. Cold weather below 5°C reduces range by a further 20-40%. WLTP remains the most consistent benchmark for comparing models, and these are the 10 highest-scoring EVs on sale in the UK in 2026.
Every model that qualifies for this list, in alphabetical order. Tap any card for the full review and specs.
i4 eDrive40
BMW CCS
The only premium grand-touring saloon on this list; 360 miles WLTP pairs with 205kW DC charging and the kind of long-distance refinement that no other model here offers.
IONIQ 6 Long Range RWD
Hyundai CCS
A 0.21 Cd drag coefficient is the lowest of any car on this list, and the main reason the IONIQ 6 competes on range despite a mid-sized 77.4kWh pack. Aerodynamics, not battery size, is the story here.
EV6 Long Range RWD
Kia CCS
The only 800V architecture model on this list, combining 328 miles WLTP with 233kW peak DC charging and a 10-80% charge time of around 18 minutes. The strongest combination of range and rapid charging speed here.
EV9 Air RWD
Kia CCS
The RWD drivetrain is lighter and more efficient than the AWD variants, making this the longest-range EV9 at 354 miles WLTP. It is also the only seven-seat EV at this range level on this list.
Ariya 87kWh Evolve
Nissan CCS
The 22kW three-phase AC charging rate is the genuine differentiator; one of the very few mainstream EVs that can accept a full three-phase supply at home or work. Range is solid, but AC charging speed sets it apart.
Polestar 2 Long Range Dual Motor
Polestar CCS
Same 78kWh usable pack as the single-motor, but dual motors reduce WLTP range by around 37 miles in exchange for AWD traction. The right choice when all-weather capability matters more than extracting maximum range.
Polestar 2 Long Range Single Motor
Polestar CCS
Single-motor, rear-wheel-drive is the most efficient Polestar 2 configuration; less drivetrain loss means more range from the same 78kWh usable pack. Real-world motorway range is typically 270-300 miles.
Model 3 Long Range AWD
Tesla CCS
Dual motors add all-weather traction but cost around 20 miles of WLTP range compared to the single-motor variant. The choice is whether AWD confidence matters more to you than peak range.
Model 3 Long Range RWD
Tesla CCS
Tesla's energy management delivers among the best real-world efficiency in this class, despite a smaller pack than some rivals. Expect more usable miles per kWh than most cars at a similar WLTP figure.
Model Y Long Range AWD
Tesla CCS
At 330 miles WLTP it sits mid-list, but access to Tesla's Supercharger network makes it the most practical long-distance option here. SUV practicality and AWD grip round out a package built for real journeys.