Battery electric vehicles deliver zero tailpipe emissions, strong performance, and the lowest per-kilometre running costs of any powertrain on sale today. BEVs reached 17.4% of new EU registrations in 2025 and continue to grow as charging infrastructure expands and the 2035 zero-emission target approaches. Our reviewers have driven over 70 electric models across city cars, family saloons, estates, and SUVs, covering real-world range, charging behaviour, and winter performance on European roads.