From record-breaking sales to viral pre-orders, these five battery-electric models have captured the most attention heading into 2025. Below you’ll find the key specs that make each car stand out, plus a quick look at why they’re the talk of the EV world right now.
Tesla Model Y RWD (Juniper)
Attribute
Value
Model
Tesla Model Y RWD (Juniper)
Available since
February 2025
Range (km)
375
Battery (kWh)
60.5
Efficiency (Wh/km)
161
Fast-charge (kW)
110
Weight (kg)
2 003
0–100 km/h (s)
5.9
Towing (kg)
1 600
Cargo Vol. (L)
971
1-Stop Range (km)
440
Price € (low)
€44 990
Production country
Germany
Parent company country
USA
Commanding record-breaking reservations on launch weekend, the rear-wheel-drive Juniper refresh brings Tesla’s trademark tech and roomy cargo space at its most accessible Model Y price point. Families love its 971 L boot, while commuters appreciate a 440 km real-world range and 110 kW fast-charging that shrinks motorway pit-stops.
MG MG4 Electric 64 kWh
Attribute
Value
Model
MG MG4 Electric 64 kWh
Available since
October 2022
Range (km)
360
Battery (kWh)
61.7
Efficiency (Wh/km)
171
Fast-charge (kW)
115
Weight (kg)
1 726
0–100 km/h (s)
7.9
Towing (kg)
500
Cargo Vol. (L)
363
1-Stop Range (km)
405
Price € (low)
€35 785
Production country
China
Parent company country
China
The MG4 continues to punch above its price, topping European “bang-for-buck” charts. A 360 km WLTP range, rear-wheel-drive handling, and 115 kW charging have turned it into a cult favourite among first-time EV buyers and enthusiasts alike.
Kia EV3 Long Range
Attribute
Value
Model
Kia EV3 Long Range
Available since
July 2024
Range (km)
455
Battery (kWh)
78
Efficiency (Wh/km)
171
Fast-charge (kW)
105
Weight (kg)
1 885
0–100 km/h (s)
7.7
Towing (kg)
1 000
Cargo Vol. (L)
485
1-Stop Range (km)
472
Price € (low)
€41 390
Production country
South Korea
Parent company country
South Korea
Kia’s compact-SUV EV3 borrows design cues from its larger EV6 sibling but slots below it in price. With 455 km of range, V2L camping functionality, and Kia’s industry-leading 7-year warranty, the EV3 has quickly become the go-to crossover for adventurous young families.
Tesla Model 3 Long Range RWD (Highland)
Attribute
Value
Available since
October 2024
Range
550 km
Battery
75 kWh
Efficiency
136 Wh/km
Fast-charge
124 kW
Weight
1 822 kg
0–100 km/h
5.2 s
Towing
1 000 kg
Cargo volume
682 L
1-Stop Range
655 km
Price (low)
€44 990
Production country
China
Parent company country
USA
Tesla Model 3 Long Range RWD (Highland) – The “Highland” refresh turns Tesla’s OG sedan into a near-premium tourer: 550 km of range, whisper-quiet cabin with acoustic glass, ambient light strips, ventilated seats and a slicker aero profile that boosts efficiency to just 136 Wh/km. At €44 990 it undercuts many rivals while offering the same long-distance ease as the Model Y in a sleeker silhouette.
Fiat 500e Hatchback 42 kWh
Attribute
Value
Available since
November 2020
Range
235 km
Battery
37.3 kWh
Efficiency
159 Wh/km
Fast-charge
67 kW
Weight
1 365 kg
0–100 km/h
9.0 s
Towing
0 kg
Cargo volume
185 L
1-Stop Range
261 km
Price (low)
€34 490
Production country
Italy
Parent company country
Italy
Fiat 500e Hatchback 42 kWh – Proof that chic can be practical, the retro-styled 500e pairs a 235 km city-friendly range with sprightly 9-second 0-100 km/h performance and a tiny street-parking footprint. Repeatedly crowned Urban Green Car of the Year and Europe’s best-selling electric city car, the 500e lures style-minded commuters who want zero-emission motoring without giving up la dolce vita charm.
Summary
The five most talked-about electric cars of 2025 span a WLTP range window of 235 – 550 km, support DC fast-charging speeds from 67 kW up to 124 kW, and slot into a mid-market price band of roughly €34 000 – €45 000. Built in factories from Germany and Italy to China and South Korea, the line-up stretches from the chic urban Fiat 500e and value-packed MG4 hatch to Kia’s adventure-ready EV3 crossover and Tesla’s refreshed Model Y “Juniper” and long-range Model 3 “Highland.” Whatever your lifestyle—city commuting, family road-tripping, or performance-minded touring—2025’s most popular EVs prove you can plug in without compromise.
