Electric vehicles:

These vehicles have two or more two electric motors that help in giving power to the engine. In this conversion of the vehicle from fuel to electricity, many setups are installed to give support to the electric engine with batteries, electric generator, and solar panels, etc. (1)

Top-ranked Electric Vehicles of 2021: (2)

Electric cars are not as popular as other vehicles but gradually they are trying to enter the market by capturing the consumers’ interest. Some famous companies have introduced their electric vehicle models with hybrid and turbocharge power capabilities. It should be encouraging for other manufacturers as well in the future. The EV manufacturers are successful in giving the high-performance engine with advanced technological features that no one could expect a few years ago. The highest pick of 2021 in the EV category are as follows:

Hyundai Kona Electric: it’s a fine product of the Hyundai Kona in the subcompact SUV which is identical to its gas-powered engine.

Highs:

  • Rating of 9/10 in the EV market
  • Comes with the warranty of 10-years
  • Smooth and stylish steering control
  • Nice and compatible driving experience

Lows:

  • Rear-seat less seating space available
  • Not all-wheel drive
  • Not efficient in cold condition

Specifications:

  • Built-in with a 201-hp electric motor that is powered with 64 kWh batteries.
  • Mark of 60 mph in just 6.4 seconds quicker than its identical Kona.
  • Driving range up to 258 miles after full charging and efficiency increases by its true-one pedal driving feature.

Price:

  • This vehicle is available at price starting from $39,000.

Chevy Bolt EV:  this vehicle is not cool as the Hyundai Kona and luxurious as Tesla Model 3, but still covers a wide range of technical and appealing aspects in the category of Electric vehicles. It earns a rating of 8/10  in the market but its smooth driving and compact interior and exterior design satisfy the customers.

Highs:

  • Handsome cargo and cabin space in this size.
  • A quick pick to accelerate
  • Compatible driving experience

Lows:

  • Interior designing not of good quality
  • Costly than other economy sectors cars.

Specifications:

  • It takes 10 hours to complete the charging of the 240-volt battery.
  • The mileage range of this Chevy is 259-mph.
  • It completes the 100 miles in 30 minutes
  • Well-organized central large touchscreen with all connectivity options.
  • It gives the powertrain warranty up to 8-years.

Price:

It is available in two models but the model LTE is more preferred with the price of $3,495.

Honda insight 2021: this is the hybrid car in the sedan category with an efficient fuel average that makes this car earns the rating of 8.5/10.

Highs:

  • Luxury interior with pleasing driver assistance
  • The lavish exterior design gives less hindrance of air while on the highway.
  • High fuel mileage collectively

Lows:

  • The infotainment feature is not upgraded as other 2021 model vehicles.
  • Gas engine sometimes produce noise
  • The hatchback is not available

Specifications:

  • Powertrain of 151-hp with both electric and gas engine
  • Covers the 60-mph in 7.7 seconds
  • Mileage in the city is 55-mpg and at highway 49-mpg. It varies in the different models according to specifications.
  • The touchscreen of 5.0-inch in LX model and 8.0-inch in EX model with auto connectivity smartphone feature and built-in navigation system.
  • Cruise control with adaptability and blind-spot monitoring function
  • Up to eight years of hybrid warranty.

Price:

The price ranges from:

  • LX $24,125
  • EX $26,005 with most preference in the market.
  • Touring $30,035

Toyota RV4: This model is fully electric power with hybrid engine capacity and continuously capturing eyes of the market. The manufacturers learned the lesson from Toyota Prius and implement it in this Toyota RV4 so that all the lags are covered from the Toyota Prius model. The rating of this model is 8.5/10 which is impressive in a very short time.

Highs:

  • Roomy and luxurious interior spacing with good quality features
  • Driver assistance is comprehensive
  • Nice acceleration pick

Lows:

  • Prices are a bit high and for desirable features prices increased quickly.
  • Handling is not so good.

Specifications:

  • 5-Liter four cylinders supported with two electric power motors that produce 219-hp as a combined result.
  • All-wheel drive one is connected with the gas engine and other is combined with electric motors.
  • It achieves the milestone of 60-mph in 7.4 seconds.
  • The hybrid battery of RA 4 prime has a capacity of 18.1 kWh and it gives a mileage of 42-mpg.
  • The expected charging time with a 240-volt outlet is 2.5 hours and with 120-volt it takes 10 long hours.
  • The fuel economy of this SUV is 41-mpg in the city and 38-mpg on the highway.

Price:

  • XLE $30,970
  • Prime XSE $42,750

Both models are appreciated in the market against their features and price.

Jaguar I-Pace 2021: this vehicle with the electric power generator comes under the category of most luxurious crossovers with high market demand. The elegant design and attractive model exterior give sharp and hot looks to the customer that is why this Jaguar 1-Pace manages a good reputation with a rating of 8.5/10.

Highs:

  • This EV is successful in giving a catchy and impactful driving experience
  • Easy access to the functions and operations of the vehicle and do not create a mess while driving
  • famous for its unique styling and branding

Lows:

  • Some complaints about the brake pedal
  • Unnecessary charging time with 240-volt

Specifications:

  • 2021 model built-in with 360-angle wide range camera and wireless charging option.
  • It comes with an all-wheel-drive option and generates a powertrain of 394-hp with two electric motors. It can pull the torque of about 512 pound-feet.
  • All the 1-pace models give the 90-kWh battery pack that tends to complete the 253-miles.
  • Fast charging within 40 minutes up to 80 percent.
  • The fuel efficiency is impressive because it provides 80-mpg in the city and 72-mpg on highways.
  • It can carry up to seven suitcases in the cargo area and 18 in total if the rear seats are folded.
  • 10-inch large display touchable screen and support with the Car play of android and Apple with automatic configuration.
  • 380-watt Meridian sound system that can give real entertainment.

Prices:

There are three models of Jaguar 1-Pace available in the market and most famous is SE with the price tag of $78,000 and the other two are:

  • S in $71,000 base price
  • HSE in $82,000 upgraded model.

References:

  1. https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Electric_vehicle
  2. https://www.caranddriver.com/features/g27271118/best-hybrid-electric-cars/