Because low price is not everything – but it means a lot to the customer, we present – 5 European low-cost electric cars 2025. Of course, we also want tradition, good ergonomics, realistic WLTP numbers and factories where you are greeted with a language your service technician understands over coffee. This year, the Europeans have served up portions of common sense: less fireworks, more usability, efficient batteries, proven platforms and charging speeds that don't ruin your morning espresso ritual. Some models also come with a pinch of retro charm or a "smart" solution, such as the integrated charging cable on the new Panda. We like these cars. They are not a miracle of technology and many Chinese cars surpass them in terms of "numbers". But often it's not all about the numbers. Let's see.

5 European low-cost electric cars 2025

Renault Twingo E‑Tech: a little European with a lot of soul

Announced price of a fully equipped model: €22,000 (before subsidies). Entry-level versions aim for under €20,000 – yes, the “little one” will be the big favorite again. Under the hood is a 27.5 kWh (usable) LFP battery and a 60 kW (≈ 82 hp) and 175 Nm motor. Acceleration 0–100 km/h ~12.1 s, top speed ~130 km/h. Charging: standard AC 6.6 kW (optional 11 kW), DC up to 50 kW; with an additional package you get V2L (3.7 kW) and even AC V2G – perfect for an urban “off-grid” toaster. A small “hot-city” car with a true European character? That's it.

• Why choose Twingo?:
  Because "parking" is his first love, not therapy.
  Because it has enough range for a real city and suburbs.
  Because it not only puts bags in your trunk, but also your ego when you outsmart it in spending.
  Because for companies, with the subsidy and value added tax deducted, it is around 11,000 euros.

Renault 4 E-Tech: the spirit of legend, the intelligence of modernity

For €34,000 (before subsidies) you get a crossover, which is more “car” than the R5 in terms of usability. The 52 kWh battery (54 kWh gross) aims for a WLTP range of ~365 km, and the dimensions are city-friendly: length ~4,140 mm and width ~1,800 mm – five real seats, 420 l of luggage space and a high threshold of practicality. Front-wheel drive, up to 110 kW (150 hp), 245 Nm, 0–100 km/h ~8.2 s, maximum 150 km/h. Charging: AC 11 kW, DC up to 100 kW – just right for a weekend jump to the sea without long cable romances. Old school charm, new school efficiency.

• Why choose Renault 4?
  Because it offers “more car for the money”: space, utility, and a touch of romance.
  Because it has a healthy AC of 11 kW and 100 kW DC and normal performance for every day.
  Because the price after deducting the subsidy and VAT for companies is just over 20,000 euros.

Fiat 600e: Italian style, sober technology

Under €30,000 (before subsidies, with campaigns) 600e very serious European “value”. Battery 54 kWh (≈ 51 kWh net), engine 115 kW (≈ 154 hp), 260 Nm, 0–100 km/h 9.0 s, maximum 150 km/h. Charging: AC 11 kW, DC up to 100 kW; officially ~30 minutes 20–80 %. Dimensions? 4,178 x 1,779 x 1,525 mm – compact outside, family-friendly inside (about 360 l of trunk). Dolce Vita? Yes, but this time with a quiet “espresso shot” of torque.

• Why choose 600e?
  Because he knows how to combine style with realistic performance numbers.
  Because promotions (E-Grant, depending on the market) bring the price down to where the debate with hybrids is finally fair.

Fiat Panda Electric (Grande Panda): retro face, smart solutions

Expected price Fiat Grande Panda is almost in the 600e range, and in some EU countries from “less than €25,000” for the basic versions. Battery 44 kWh, engine 83 kW (≈ 113 hp), WLTP ~320 km; top speed ~132 km/h, 0–100 km/h ~11 s. AC up to 7 kW (or 11 kW), DC up to 100 kW. Bonus? The first serially integrated, retractable AC cable – no more messy cables in the trunk. A little less “big numbers”, a lot more personality.

• Why choose Panda Electric?
  Because it's friendly, different, and easy to charge even without "cable gym".
  Because with ~320 km WLTP it covers realistically 99 % of your weekly drives.

Škoda Elroq 50: a sensible SUV with the full dimensions of a car

Target price of the entry model  Skoda Elroq 50 is around €34,500 (before subsidies) and parks it opposite the Renault 4. Battery 55 kWh (usable ~52 kWh), engine 125 kW (≈ 170 hp), 310 Nm. Acceleration 0–100 km/h ~9.0 s, maximum 160 km/h. WLTP up to ~374 km. Charging: 10–80 % in ~25 minutes; DC well over 100 kW (depending on version), AC 11 kW – just right for a quick coffee and half a slice of strudel. If you want the most “car” for the money – Škoda is playing the rational card again.

• Why choose Elroq 50?
  Because it measures very precisely in the sweet spot between price, spaciousness and real range.
  Because charging is fast and the torque is “right now” – you will never lack it in the city.
  Because there is a hidden rational favorite on the list – European low-cost electric cars.

Quick mini comparison (key data)

• Renault Twingo E‑Tech: 27.5 kWh; ~263 km WLTP; 60 kW/175 Nm; 0-100 km/h 12.1 s; 130 km/h; AC 6.6-11 kW, DC 50 kW.
• Renault 4 E‑Tech: 52 kWh (54 kWh gross); up to ~365 km WLTP; 110 kW/245 Nm; 0-100 km/h 8.2 s; 150 km/h; AC 11 kW, DC 100 kW; 4,140 x 1,800 mm.
• Fiat 600e: 54 kWh (≈ 51 kWh net); WLTP ≈ 409 km (trim dependent); 115 kW/260 Nm; 0-100 km/h 9.0 s; 150 km/h; AC 11 kW, DC 100 kW.
• Fiat Panda Electric: 44 kWh; ~320 km WLTP; 83 kW; 0–100 km/h ~11 s; 132 km/h; AC 7/11 kW, DC 100 kW; integrated AC cable.
• Skoda Elroq 50: 55/52 kWh; up to ~374 km WLTP; 125 kW/310 Nm; 0-100 km/h 9.0 s; 160 km/h; AC 11 kW; DC fast up to ~25 min (10–80 %).

Bottom line_ The EU has a chance.

If you're ready to choose an electric car and not just follow the fashion trends of Chinese "ultra-cheap" models, then the above five European candidates are really worth considering. Each has its own character and its own story: Twingo for urban minimalism, Renault 4 for crossover versatility, Fiat 600e for exuberance, Panda for cuteness, Škoda Elroq 50 for rational power and volume. The price is in all cases comparable to what Chinese manufacturers in the “value” segment offer – but here you also get taste, brand, service network and European philosophy. At the same time, we all hope that cars in the promotions will be a few thousand euros cheaper. This is our list: 5 European low-cost electric cars 2025