Passing your driving test is a huge milestone, so congratulations are in order! Due to environmental concerns, electric vehicles are all the rage amongst new drivers, and many newly qualified drivers are now considering plugging in. You could be thinking what electric car is best for you to be cruising around in.
Here at AVL, we’ve created a list of our top 3 electric vehicles that we think are ideal for newly licensed drivers. Keep reading to find out our top suggestions, or if you already have your eyes on a particular vehicle, check out our lease alternatives here.
One car that keeps topping lists of the UK’s best electric vehicles is the sturdy Nissan Leaf, and we think it’s the perfect fit for first-time drivers!
Firstly, its battery capacity is second to none and with a 50kW quick charger you can charge your vehicle to 80% in just 60 minutes, making your journeys long and memorable, without the worry of having to recharge. The latest model has an outstanding 235-mile driving range, making it a fantastic city car that is ready to ferry you from one destination to another in a flash. Lastly, as the Leaf is one of the older electric models by Nissan, lease prices are very reasonable with prices starting from just £255.06.
Pricepoint:
Lease prices start from just £351.52 and go up to £436.50 for a top-spec model.
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The Leaf is a compact safe ride, which is ideal for first-time drivers. Check out our selection of brand new Nissan’s here.
The Zoe is one of the most affordable EVs available for beginning drivers, but it doesn’t skimp on frills. You will love how far a single charge will go, you can get up to 250 miles of good driving range, along with lightning fast charging times at only 9 hours for a full charge! A mid-spec trim like the Dynamique Nav model is worth choosing if you want to get the most out of the vehicle, with a 7-inch touchscreen, sat nav, DAB radio, and rear parking sensors as standard in those models.
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Lease prices range from just £382.79 and go up to £420.49.
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Thinking the Renault Zoe could be your perfect eco-conscious first car? Why not check out our large selection by clicking here?
The Volkswagen e-Golf is very similar to its petrol/diesel powered sibling, which is a powerful but easy-to-drive car that is the perfect option for first-time drivers. There are a few benefits to choosing the E version, such as it being simpler to manoeuvre and having quick handling that will help new drivers gain confidence. The e-Golf does have a shorter range than its competitors but with a driving range of up to 144 miles, it’s still a fantastic first car that can get you from A to B with ease
In addition to this, a 7.2kW home wall-box charger can quickly charge it in about six hours.
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Lease prices range from just £383.37 to £402.22 per month.
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Looking for a speedy electric ride? Check out all our Volkswagen e-Golf models by clicking here.
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