Here are the most reliable electric vehicles based on recent expert assessments:
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Mini Electric (2020-2024)
With a 98.4% reliability rating in the What Car? survey, it has minimal faults (motor electrics or 12V battery issues in 5% of cases) and zero repair costs for owners. -
Nissan Leaf (2019-present)
A proven choice with strong reliability track records, frequently appearing in top reliability lists. -
BMW i4
Consumer Reports’ highest-scoring EV (82/100 for reliability), praised for its engineering and fewer reported issues. -
Hyundai Ioniq 6
Ranked 50/100 by Consumer Reports (mid-table among EVs) and featured in Car and Driver‘s top electric sedans. -
Tesla Model 3
Consumer Reports gives it 42/100, lower than competitors but still among the more dependable mass-market EVs. It remains a top performer in handling and efficiency.
Key Considerations
- Repair costs: Mini Electric and Nissan Leaf owners reported no repair costs for common issues.
- Newer models: Kia EV6 and MG4 earn praise for usability and value, though reliability data is still developing.
- Avoid: Luxury models like Lucid Air and Rivian R1S scored 7/100 and 9/100, respectively, in Consumer Reports’ rankings.
For balanced reliability and performance, the BMW i4 and Hyundai Ioniq 6 are standout choices, while the Mini Electric remains the safest bet for proven dependability.
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