The electric vehicle (EV) market in Europe has seen rapid growth in the past year, but several vehicles have been left out of the spotlight due to high prices or low visibility. The IEA estimates that by 2024, around one in five new vehicles in the European Union will be electric, with the shares varying greatly between countries. We are creating a preview - electric cars 2025 - that are being overlooked. The first favourites are the MG4, which has become a benchmark thanks to its affordable price and top safety ratings, and the Lynk & Co 02, the brand's first all-electric model that focuses on car sharing. In this article, we take a closer look at three overlooked models - the BYD Atto 3, BYD Dolphin and Omoda E5 - which represent the hidden assets of the European market thanks to their excellent specifications, high safety and relatively affordable prices. 3+ overlooked electric cars that are conquering Europe!
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If Jeremy Clarkson really loved electric cars, he'd have this one in his garage - the new MG IM5. Faster than a Lamborghini, more spacious than an Audi, smarter than a Tesla, but still British enough for the Queen to own.
The idea of a small startup, a financial injection from Xiaomi, and a design that screams retro rally glamour – the JMEV01 is not just another electrical box on wheels.
Mercedes has unveiled the first-ever electric Shooting Brake in the brand’s history in Copenhagen. On paper, it’s a technological masterpiece with a 761 km (473 mi) range and a roof studded with 158 illuminated stars. But on the outside, the new CLA looks dangerously similar to the old one – so many chrome stars and LED strips that you could easily mistake the season for December. This is the Mercedes-Benz CLA Shooting Brake (2026).
Remember when we had to calculate the "total cost of ownership" on a calculator to justify buying an electric vehicle? The story is over. The cheapest electric cars are here! In 2025, there will be a whole battalion of electric cars on the market that cost less than 25 thousand and don't force you to eat instant noodles.
The third generation Nissan LEAF is no longer an electric golf cart for enthusiasts, but a mature, thoughtful and (finally!) attractive choice for European drivers. Up to 604 km of range, regular chargers, and more design than ever before. This is the Nissan LEAF 2026.
The term green revolution is reflected in the MODX-70 – a 21.33 m long catamaran that lets wind, sun and waves pay the bill – instead of fossil fuels. Twin inflatable wing sails, 70 m² of solar panels, hydropropellers and a rainwater collector in a lightweight bio-composite frame ensure that the vessel is both a showpiece of sustainability and a lounge zone on the water.
When Paris decides to make a premium electric sedan, the DS N°8 is born – a car that smells of perfume, grinds silence and seriously asks: why should I continue to drive a German?
When a Californian startup decides to write a new chapter in automotive history, the Mullen FIVE RS is born. With over 1,100 hp and a sub-2-second acceleration, this electric super-SUV aims for the throne among electric sports cars – and Europe as its entry point.
On paper they promise miracles. On the road... only what the battery allows them to do. Consumer Reports checked which EVs exceed expectations and which ones fall flat. Spoiler: even stars sometimes run out of steam. So - Consumer Reports official electric vehicle range tests 2025!
What happens when German precision meets the tuning scene and a thirst for adrenaline? The Opel Frontera GRAVEL is born – a four-wheeled announcement that electric SUVs are not just for shopping malls.
BYD Dolphin Surf. Yeah, I know. It sounds like the name of the electric toothbrush from TEDi. But before you roll your eyes and run back to your Volkswagens, give me a few more lines. Because this is probably the best urban electric car right now. And no, I'm not getting paid to say this.