These Are the Electric Cars with the Worst Range | The Lowest-Range EVs We’ve Tested

Here at Edmunds, we’re constantly testing new cars, and we’ve got a special process for electric ones. Every electric car we test is taken on the Edmunds EV Range Test, a real-world driving route, and driven until the battery is just about empty. Based on that test, the electric vehicles in this video are the ones we’ve found to have the lowest ranges. Edmunds’ Lauren McCay will tell you more about which EVs have the worst range in the video above!

00:00 Intro
00:49 Volvo C40 Recharge
01:25 Porsche Taycan 4S Cross Turismo
2:00 Audi E-Tron
03:01 Mercedes-Benz EQB 350
03:39 Volvo XC40 Recharge
04:18 Audi E-Tron Sportback
05:03 Nissan Leaf
06:09 Toyota BZ4X Limited FWD
07:03 Mini Copper SE
07:42 Mazda MX-30

[edmundscars]

Stick around to the end. The No. 1 spot is surprising. Let us know what you think in the comments below.

[Visualhead_Spacer]

2-3 years from now, with next-gen batteries... hopefully someone can make it a standard to have 350mi minimum on ANY EVs.

[ragweedmakesmesneeze]

I think the subtext here is ultimately more interesting than the headline. Namely all (except perhaps the "100 mile Mini, ") the so-called "worst" vehicles on this list have PLENTY of mileage for most drivers for daily around-town/commuting to work duties. Charging infrastructure is ultimately going to keep most EVs from becoming a family's one and only car. But if you've got a plug at home, almost any of these EVs could be practical and effective daily drivers.

[kellenniles]

I only get 211 miles from my Nissan Leaf SL Plus 😭😭😭 Still way more than enough for a weeks worth of my driving though

[JBsC]

I have an Audi Etron and have been traveling quite far and traveling at 85 mph plus. Today I stopped for a bit to eat and in the time we finished our meal the car was surprisingly fully recharged..

I was very pleased…after four or five hours of driving spending under an hour eating and recharging was pleasant.

We are experiencing very cold weather as well.

Don’t sweat the range

[stephenwinter]

Greetings from southern Ontario Canada I really enjoyed the video

[berthogendoorn]

The 2024 Volvo C40 is going to be increased to 252miles EPA for the dual motor model, it is more efficient with better drive train and larger battery and charging up to max 200KW

[Tebostang]

We bought your #2 but it's our daily commuter and errand car, and at just a little over 3000lbs drives like a Electric Go-Cart. we knew the range was short but we have others vehicles for road trips. Mini Cooper SE is an excellent city car and amazing fun short trip car, zero regrets and very affordable way to experience a full BEV experience.

[htiek]

Nice video, but it gives the impression that range is the most important factor in selecting an EV.

[SavageListener]

It's shocking seeing the prices of used nissan leafs that only have 30mi range on old battery selling for 5k. The battery replacement may cost more than the car. Carlos Ghosn should be in jail for that car.

[xorbitman]

I wonder what the real range of any of these models would be in a typical Montreal winter that lasts about 5 months. I'm guessing about 30% less.

[goncalocarvalho]

Interesting. I just say I liked the lighthearted and upbeat presenter 😊

[PaulHo]

Best range, but do it relative to battery size. These Hummers are a joke! 🤡

[siamiam]

informative video and nice editing work , though it honestly felt over acted to the point of cringe . it felt like it was marketed to a disney kids show

a hybrid version of all these vehicles especially the mazda would be nice

[jmuise]

The last one is probably perfect for those new 15 minute cities.

[Mr-eGolf]

LOVE this commentator! Great voice and knowledge

[davidlepoidevin]

What about charging speed? Winner Porsche Taycan!

[roguedogx]

1:55 also there is an updated version just over the horizon. I'm told it will have an updated powertrain, given battery size isn't the problem here, that could go a long way to fixing the cars "less than awesome" range.

[mark_u]

Surprised by how most of the EVs in this list surpass EPA estimates. Shame that Toyota couldn't do the same for the bZ4x.

How the e-tron sportback has lower range despite a more aerodynamic shape than the regular model is also perplexing but that just goes to show how crossover coupes are crap 😆

[PhillipStewartYYZ]

Mazda discontinued the MX-30 electric vehicle in the United States after the 2023 model year.