Electric Vehicle:
It is the future of the vehicle industry; some of the top manufacturers have already taken a step in manufacturing vehicles that are built-in with electric motors instead of gasoline or diesel engine.
Top facts to know about Electric Vehicles:
- All the vehicles are shifting toward this efficient technology including, Buses, trucks, heavy loaders, and many small vehicles either fully or partially equipped with electric motors.
- Electric motors are eco-Friendly and save the climate and life ultimately because it does not emit the poisonous gases as many other vehicles produce.
- These vehicles have less content of carbon during the process of combustion and it does not increase the content of carbon if you choose different electricity means.
- Their lifespan is more than other vehicles and it is compatible for long term when you are choosing for less maintenance vehicles, electric vehicle will be your first pick.
- You can charge it at your home, offices where you work, and in stores.
- The United States of America is working on the powerhouses between different states for giving recharging spot that helps you to go long way.
Best Electric Vehicles of 2021:
According to different customers, budget and affordable Electric vehicles are as follow:
Affordable Electric cars:
- Tesla Model 3 of 2021: This this the 4th continuous model of Tesla in the electric vehicle segment and according to Edmunds’s rating this Model 3 is best among all in every aspect and maintain the standard and efficiency especially for luxurious, enjoyable drive with the unique feature of semi-automatic driving controls.
Specifications:
- Available in three trims as standard Range plus, Long Range, and Performances are different in features and prices but the most popular among them is Standard Range plus.
- It starts with the basic price of $37,990 and the upper model price is $56,190.
- Battery specs include kWh/100 mi is equal to 24. It will take 8.5 hr at voltage range 240. Its electricity range is about 250 mi.
- All-Wheel driving capacity with the transmission of 1-speed direct drive.
- Its cargo capacity with all seats installed is 15 cubic feet.
Pros:
- It has an overall rating of 8.7/10.
- Super battery backup that is helpful in long traveling
- Features are in better technology than its competitors
- High-class performance and driving experience
Cons:
- Positioning of the touch screen is not right and create problems for the driver while driving
- There is no Android and Apple Car Play connectivity.
- Kia Niro EV 2021: This Kia Niro introduced vehicles in two engines. One is an electric motor other is a hybrid plug-in. The performance of this EV is beyond excellence in numbers due to its luxury driving feel. It also provides the technical and quite marvelous interior seating plan.
Specifications:
- Kia Niro competes with its two models EX and EX premium. The EX is the most rated model according to the customer feedback collected by Edmund.
- The basic market price of this EV starts from $40,945 to $46,295 in different model features and powertrain effectiveness.
- Seating plan for five members is supported with front-wheel drive and 1-speed direction drive.
- KWh/100 is equal to 30 mi battery power. Its recharging time is 9.5 hr at a voltage range of 240. It has an electric range of 239 mi.
- It gives a 5-year warranty for its electric motors.
- The cargo spacing is also high- almost 3 cubic feet more than tesla (15).
Pros:
- Safety measures are better than most of the rivals
- Impressive acceleration pick and good controlling gives Kia Niro an edge over its competitors
- It earns the rating of 8.3/10 on average while some of its features are rated as maximum.
- Its elegant shape gives the advantage of high internal spacing and with all positives it makes an affordable range of EV.
Cons:
- As it looks like SUV but it is not an all-wheel drive, so it needs some modification in this area.
Luxury Electric Cars:
- Porsche Taycan 4s 2021: This EV comes with thrilling powertrain performance, slim and smart styling steering suspension, and lots of customization options are available. In 2021 Taycan introduced a new engine but it is not as expressive as 4S due to low horsepower.
Specifications:
- It is available in four trims that start from the basic model to 4S, Turbo, and Turbo S.
- The prices of different models start from $81,250, $105,150, $152,250 to $186,350.
- Safety warnings like line change, front collision alert with automatic brakes, and parking assistant feature.
- The model 4S has a battery range of 43-44 kWh/100 mi.
- 5 hours is the standard time to charge this vehicle with a standard voltage of 240 mi.
- The drivetrain of 4S includes rear-wheel drive, with two-speed type of transmissions that are auto and manual
- Up to four years electric motor warranty
- Cargo space comparatively better with 17.2 cubic feet.
Pros:
- Acceleration is very efficient with amazing drive, easy and controllable handling with the automated braking system.
- It has the potential for fast charging
- Four common doors with two additional trunks
- Interior and exterior quality is attractive.
Cons:
- The seating roof height is not compatible thus causes a problem on entering and exiting from the car
- The touchscreen display is not very impressive for the driver so, it need some improvements.
- The price is high as compared to its features.
Luxury Electric SUV:
- Ford Mustang Mach-E 2021: This electric SUV is not affordable and quick as compared to other electric vehicle but comparatively a better product in the market.
Specifications:
- Available in 4 trims name as Select, Premium, California Route 1 and First Edition with prices such as $47,595, $56,100, $ 52,900 and $60,400 respectively.
- The battery consumption-according to the claim of the company is 33-36 kWh/100 and on full charging it can cover 304 miles.
- It comes in single speed transmission drive with automation and a rear-wheel drive.
- Three-year warranty of electric motors
- Cargo capacity has only 4.8 cubic feet.
Pros:
- Upcoming Model named as GT performance can boast its horsepower up to 459-hp.
- Infotainment upgraded 4A synchronization gives so much configuration for the driver.
Cons:
- The entertaining stuff of this vehicle is complicated and difficult to understand.
References:
- https://earthjustice.org/features/electric-vehicles-explainer
- https://www.edmunds.com/ford/mustang-mach-e/