Best Electric Hatches

1.BMW i4

8.1

BMW i4
3 badges available

$85,900 - $133,900*MRLP

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What we love

  • -One of the most conventional EVs to date
  • -Powerful and super-crisp infotainment
  • -Packaging uncompromised by electric powertrain
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What we don't

  • -Missing expected equipment at the price
  • -Feels tepid alongside a petrol M440i
  • -Lacks some final driveline finesse

2.MG MG4

7.6

MG MG4
3 badges available

$38,990 - $55,990*MRLP

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What we love

  • -Sharp price for an electric car, well equipped vs competitors
  • -Good energy efficiency, faster charging than claimed
  • -Fun to drive
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What we don't

  • -Sluggish infotainment system with temperamental Apple CarPlay connection
  • -Too many air conditioning controls in the touchscreen
  • -Advanced safety systems need fine-tuning

3.CUPRA Born

7.5

CUPRA Born

$59,990 - $59,990*MRLP

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What we love

  • -Huge cabin despite small hatch positioning
  • -Well-judged ride comfort and subdued road noise
  • -Nice cabin materials and build quality
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What we don't

  • -Acceleration isn't overly impressive
  • -Option packs reduce seating capacity
  • -Touch-sensitive controls

4.MINI Hatch

7.4

MINI Hatch
4 badges available

$40,725 - $65,750*MRLP

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What we love

  • -Refreshed design feels new, but still Mini
  • -Handling about as good as it gets for a city hatch
  • -Compact outside, but roomy for two inside
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What we don't

  • -Engine and transmission can feel lethargic
  • -Bouncy and fidgety ride
  • -Still some gaps in the standard safety fit-out

5.Fiat 500e

7.2

Fiat 500e
1 badge available

$52,500 - $52,500*MRLP

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What we love

  • -Its oh-so-cute styling inside and out
  • -Good performance without being thrilling
  • -Compact dimensions ideal for urban driving
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What we don't

  • -Expensive compared to others in the segment
  • -More driving range would increase appeal
  • -Four-star safety rating

6.Nissan LEAF

7.0

Nissan LEAF
1 badge available

$50,990 - $61,490*MRLP

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What we love

  • -Easy to hit the energy-efficiency claim
  • -A natural commuter
  • -e-Pedal mode maximises energy regen
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What we don't

  • -Interior is starting to date, multimedia screen particularly
  • -Driving position lacks flexibility
  • -Back seat passengers don't get air vents, footroom or an armrest
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Finalist - Best EV Under $70,000
Drive Car of the Year 2023
Finalist - Best EV Under $70,000
Drive Car of the Year 2023

7.GWM Ora

6.9

GWM Ora
4 badges available

$39,990 - $51,990*MRLP

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What we love

  • -Fantastic new-retro interior styling
  • -Roomy passenger space in a compact footprint
  • -Nicely set up driving dynamics 
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What we don't

  • -Glitchy electrical and infotainment systems
  • -Interior finishes less plush in person
  • -Boot space and practicality below class average

Drive's Best Cars

Drive's team of experts reviews and rates hundreds of the latest models each year to help you find your next new car. Browse our Best Car lists to discover how different models rank against each other and what our team loves and doesn't love about these top-rating vehicles.

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