Which electric car really goes furthest on a charge? We put three of the most interesting affordable EVs through their paces in a real-world range and efficiency test.
The Renault 5, Nissan Leaf and all-new Cupra Raval might have very different personalities, but they all promise impressive range and efficiency. So we took them out on exactly the same route, on the same day, with the same climate control settings and driving within the speed limits, to find out which is the most efficient.
We covered more than 160 miles, tackling motorways, dual carriageways, A-roads, country lanes and towns. Then we recharged all three cars to see exactly how much electricity they had used, how their real-world efficiency compared with their official WLTP figures and how quickly they could charge.
The three contenders:
Renault 5 52kWh Iconic Five+
Official range: 255 miles (259 miles following software update)
Battery: 52kWh
Power: 150hp
Price: £29,695 before applicable grant
Nissan Leaf 75kWh Advance
Official range: 387 miles
Battery: 75kWh
Power: 218hp
Price: £37,999 before applicable grant
Cupra Raval V2 Launch Edition
Official range: 273 miles
Battery: 52kWh
Power: 210hp
Price: £32,580 before applicable grant
Which car delivered the best miles per kWh? Did the Nissan Leaf's much bigger battery give it an advantage? And could the little Renault 5 spring a surprise?
We'll reveal the real-world efficiency figures, calculated range and 10–80% charging performance for all three.
And this is only part one. We'll be bringing the cars back for another test in colder winter weather to see just how much difference the temperature makes.
Which car do you think will win? Let us know in the comments.
#Renault5 #NissanLeaf #CupraRaval #EVRangeTest #ElectricCars #EVEfficiency #Electrifying
? Subscribe to Electrifying YouTube: https://electrifyingcom.short.gy/KK1pbX
? Electrifying Podcast: https://electrifyingcom.short.gy/Pogjfb
✉️Electrifying.com Newsletter: https://www.electrifying.com/newsletter
Follow Electrifying.com ⬇️
INSTAGRAM: http://instagram.com/electrifyingcom
FACEBOOK: https://facebook.com/electrifyingcom/
X: https://twitter.com/ElectrifyingCom
TIKTOK: https://tiktok.com/@electrifyingcom
——————————————————————————————-
Check back for the latest new car reviews on everything electric
✅ the latest car reviews
✅ car advice and explainers
✅ used and new car guides
✅ head-to-heads
WANT MORE ELECTRIFYING.COM?
We upload new videos twice a week. Don't miss one by subscribing now: https://bit.ly/3U9z1RE
Want to be the first to see our videos? Enable notifications.
Visit our website at https://www.electrifying.com/
SIgn up to our weekly newsletter https://bit.ly/3Ud6zyw
MORE ABOUT ELECTRIFYING.COM
Electrifying.com is the #1 destination for electric car reviews, explainers and guides. Founded by Ginny Buckley, we bring you the latest updates on EVs and in-depth reviews of the hottest new models. Whether you’re switching to electric or just curious, our plain-English guides and expert advice make it easy to navigate the world of electric cars. Stay informed, make confident decisions, and join the electric revolution with Electrifying.com!
#ElectricCars #EVReviews #SwitchToElectric #GinnyBuckley #NicolaHume #NickiShields