More than 1.3 million electric cars are now on the roads in the UK, accounting for one of every five new cars registered.
There’s never been a better time to make the switch either, with new models constantly being released offering more space, more range and more technology, no matter your budget.
That gives drivers wanting to upgrade their car more choice than ever and as we head into 2025, even more exciting new electric cars are on the horizon.
Here we’ll take a look at some of the best EVs due to be on sale in 2025.
The seven-seater: Hyundai IONIQ 9
The Kia EV9 has already been a huge hit (it was crowned 2024 World Car of the Year after all) and now its sister brand, Hyundai, is releasing the IONIQ 9 – a slighter sleeker version of the boxy EV9. The huge family SUV will offer almost 400 miles of range, space for seven across three rows of seats and super-fast charging when it goes on sale in mid 2025.
The supercar: Maserati MC20 Folgore
Maserati has a long history of thrilling performance cars and now it’s bringing the MC20 into the electric age. The MC20 Folgore EV will be officially revealed in 2025 but we’re expecting it to push 1,000bhp, a top speed of near 200mph and 0-60mph in around two seconds. Wow.
The retro icon: Renault 5 E-Tech
The Renault 5 was one of the most iconic small cars from the 70s to 90s and now its back as a chic EV. The cool design and low cost of the E-Tech are faithful to the original but this is definitely a car for the 21st century. The Renault 5 is a supermini designed for life in the city but with a range well over 200 miles, great in-car tech and decent space, it’s versatile enough to work for weekends away, too.
The luxury SUV: Range Rover Electric
From royalty to footballers and every A-list celebrity in between, the Range Rover has been the go-to choice for decades. Now, it’s entering a new era with the Range Rover Electric. Promising no compromise on performance, practicality or luxury compared to its petrol- or diesel-powered model, the electric version will have ultra-fast charging, an estimated range of 400 miles and wading capability to rival the legendary Defender. All this doesn’t come cheap through, with an expected price tag of around £150,000 when it goes on sale in 2025.
The credit cruncher: Volkswagen ID.2
Volkswagen promised an affordable supermini a few years ago and in 2025 you’ll finally be able to order it. The ID.2 (think of it as an electric VW Polo) will offer range between 200-300 miles depending on spec, have space for even a small family and be priced from around £20,000. That combination could make it one of the most popular new EVs. And if you want something a little sportier and can’t wait for the ID.2 GTI, then the Cupra Raval is near identical but with more style and performance.
The family SUV: BYD Sealion 7
We’ve had the Funky Cat, Seal and Dolphin… now meet the Sealion. It’s the latest animal kingdom model from BYD that’s taking direct aim at the Tesla Model Y and the vast number of other family SUVs on sale. Range is around 300 miles (depending on spec), the interior is packed with technology (including a 15-inch rotating screen) and there’s a 520-litre boot. It goes on sale in 2025 and will be cheaper than most rivals.
And the one everyone’s talking about… Jaguar GT
Ok, so this doesn’t go on sale until 2026 but it’s the concept car that just broke the internet alongside Jaguar’s rebrand. And 2025 is when we’ll see the official version of the Type 00 concept – a four-door GT, with a £130,000-plus price tag, over 400 miles of range and supersonic charging speeds.
