Choosing an electric car isn’t just about range or price — it’s about how it fits into your day-to-day life.
If you’re searching for the best electric car in the UK, the answer usually comes down to how you actually use it — whether that’s commuting, family life or longer journeys.
Across Ancaster showrooms in London and the South East, there’s now a wide mix of EVs to choose from — from simple city cars to more premium, long-range options.
Quick answer: which EV should you choose?
· For great value → MG4 EV / Dacia Spring
· For family life → KONA Electric / Nissan ARIYA / Renault Scenic
· For city driving → Renault Megane / Nissan MICRA
· For long journeys → Hyundai IONIQ 6 / MG S5 EV
· For something different → Deepal S05 / IONIQ 5
Great value electric cars
For many drivers, it’s about getting the most for your money — without feeling like you’re compromising.
MG4 EV
The standout for pure value. It gives you a lot for the price — and it’s also one of the few at this level that’s genuinely enjoyable to drive, which is why it continues to pick up awards.
Dacia Spring
The simplest, most accessible way into electric driving. It keeps costs down and focuses on what most people actually need day to day.
What this means for you
· For value and driving enjoyment → MG4 EV
· For the lowest cost entry → Dacia Spring
Best electric cars for family life
If you’ve got a family, space, comfort and flexibility matter just as much as range.
Hyundai KONA Electric
The easy one to live with. It’s the kind of car that fits straight into daily life — school runs, commuting and weekend trips — without needing much thought.
Nissan ARIYA
A step up in comfort and refinement. It’s quieter and more spacious, which makes it a better fit if you’re regularly carrying passengers or doing longer journeys as a family.
Renault Scenic E-Tech
The most family-focused of the three. Designed with space and practicality in mind, it feels purpose-built for everyday family life — and one that’s already picking up attention as a newer EV to watch.
What this means for you
· For everyday ease → KONA Electric
· For comfort and refinement → ARIYA
· For space and family focus → Scenic E-Tech
Best electric cars for city driving
If most of your driving is local, size and ease of use matter more than outright range.
Renault Megane E-Tech
Compact enough for city driving, but with a more refined feel. The built-in Google system just works, so there’s no need to plug in or figure things out.
Nissan MICRA EV
A compact, easy-to-use option that fits naturally into everyday driving — especially if you’re mostly staying local.
What this means for you
· For a more refined feel → Megane E-Tech
· For compact everyday driving → MICRA EV
Best electric cars for long journeys
If you regularly cover more miles, range, comfort and how relaxed the car feels over time all start to matter more.
Hyundai IONIQ 6
Designed with efficiency in mind, this is the one that goes the distance — fewer stops, more time on the road — and widely recognised for its efficiency.
MG S5 EV
A more spacious, SUV-style option that feels comfortable and stable on longer drives. A good fit if you want something practical that’s easy to settle into for the long haul.
What this means for you
· For maximum range and fewer stops → IONIQ 6
· For comfort and practicality → MG S5 EV
If you want something a bit different
Not everyone wants the obvious choice.
Changan Deepal S05
A newer option that takes a different approach to how a car looks and feels inside. Perfect if you’re into tech.
Hyundai IONIQ 5
More design-led than most EVs. It’s one of the few cars people tend to notice straight away.
What this means for you
· For something new → Deepal S05
· For standout design → IONIQ 5
Typical official range (WLTP)
Most modern EVs now offer between 200 and 350 miles of range, depending on the model and battery size.
Here’s how some of these compare based on official manufacturer figures:
Model Official range (WLTP)
Hyundai KONA Electric up to 319 miles
Nissan ARIYA up to 330 miles
Renault Scenic E-Tech up to ~380 miles
MG4 EV up to ~281 miles
Dacia Spring up to ~140–150 miles
How to choose the right electric car
If you’re not sure where to start, it helps to think about how you’ll actually use the car day to day.
· Mostly short trips → a smaller EV will do the job without overcomplicating things
· Regular long journeys → range and charging become more important
· Family use → space and comfort matter most
· Budget-focused → look at upfront cost and overall value
So, which electric car is right for you?
Most modern EVs now offer enough range for everyday use, so it’s less about the headline number and more about how the car fits into your routine.
Across Ancaster, there’s a strong mix of electric cars — whether you’re just starting to explore electric or ready to make the switch.
See them side by side at Ancaster
The best way to decide is to see how they feel in person — especially when comparing size, comfort and tech.
You can find our electric range across a number of Ancaster locations in London and the South East, depending on the brand:
· Nissan is available at Eltham, Epsom, Heathrow, Penge, Slough and South Croydon
· Hyundai is available at Chislehurst and Croydon
· MG is available at Bromley, Dartford and Shepperton
· Renault and Dacia are available at Dartford
· Changan (Deepal) is also available at Dartford
If you’re interested in a specific model, it’s always worth checking the nearest location or getting in touch — we’ll point you in the right direction.
