The Best Electric Cars for Families

Even if you ignore the Mercedes EQC’s bold and unmistakably luxurious design, its state of the art internal tech, and the effortless driving experience it provides, you are still left with a large, durable and reliable five-door electric family car that packs more than enough range to take you and the whole family wherever you need to be.

With a max range of up to 255 miles on a single charge, powered by a 80kWh battery, the EQC makes long journeys smooth and stress-free, aided by the peace of mind its five-star NCAP safety rating provides. Able to charge its battery from 10-80% in just 40 minutes using a rapid charger, and in 11 hours using a home wallbox, you can focus on what really matters: quality time on the road, with the whole family in tow. Used options currently go for around £60,000, depending on the model. 

Here at Motors, we understand that long drives with the family can often be stressful affairs. This next pick is an ideal choice for those looking to make their next family road trip as pain-free as possible. The Audi e-tron’s respectable features make journeys effortless, regardless of the length, providing a wealth of interior space along with a generous helping of state-of-the-art internal technology.

Boasting a range of up to 271 miles using its decently sized 95kWh battery, the e-tron is able to charge from 10-80% in just 50 minutes using a rapid charger and in 13 hours using a home wallbox. The e-tron is sure to turn long family drives into exciting adventures, rather than stress-inducing ordeals.

One of the more budget conscious recommendations on this list, the MG ZS EV is a perfect example of an electric family vehicle that can provide sizable range, spacious interiors and robust design without breaking the bank. An ideal option for families looking for the economical benefits of an EV, without the hefty upfront price tag.

With a decent range of up to 273 miles with a full charge of its 72.6kWh battery, the ZS EV offers the same use case as the other electric cars on this list, while still coming in at a very respectable price point of around £25,000 for a used model. This elegantly designed 5-door holds a 5 star NCAP safety rating and charges from 0-80% in just 40 minutes, ensuring you’re able to spend more time carefree cruising with the family.

Skoda’s reputation for practicality and reliability is perfectly demonstrated in this Enyaq iV, with an electric twist. Offering plenty of interior space and a 5 star NCAP safety rating, this modern 5-door EV offers both peace of mind and freedom of movement, making it an ideal large electric car for family life.

Its reasonable used price tag of around £42,000 is only made better when compared to its considerable top range of up to 333 miles with a single charge of its 77kWh battery. Almost unbelievably, this discreetly powerful electric car still maintains a superfast charge speed of only 29 minutes from 10-80% using a rapid charger and in 7 hours 30 minutes using a home wallbox. Ticking boxes in all the right places, the Enyaq iV is one of our star picks for family living, so keep this silent sleeper on your radar.

Undoubtedly, what’ll grab you first about the BMW iX is its striking and angular design, appearing more like a concept car than something you’d take on the school run. Yet, as BMW’s largest electric 5-door SUV, with a 5-star NCAP safety rating and vast infotainment screen as standard, the iX still manages to offer all you could ever need in a family runaround. 

Providing a sizeable 391 mile range using its enormous 111.5kWh battery, while still boasting a speedy recharge time of only 34 minutes from 10-80% using a rapid charger and 11 hours to full using a home wallbox, the iX is more than capable of handling any task your family may put to it. Used options currently go for around £65,000, putting it at the pricier end of this list.

While not winning any awards in performance or with its features, the e-Niro’s strengths come from being a perfect mid-range all-rounder, packing respectable stats into a body that still remains small enough to be easy to manoeuvre and park. What it lacks in flashiness, the Kia e-Niro makes up for by being a reliable, spacious family electric car that keeps smaller budgets in mind. 

Used models currently sit at a reasonable £32,000, made even more attractive given the e-Niro still packs in a decently sized 64kWh battery, able to venture up to 282 miles on a single charge. Easily managed and elegantly understated, the Kia e-Niro reliably earns its place on this list as a fantastic electric family car. 

Thanks to its smaller size, robust design and decent offering of internal equipment, the ID.3 feels awfully similar to the iconic VW Golf – with all the same charm and functionality but with a modern electric refresh. Perfect for inner city families, the ID.3 is compact and nimble enough to make urban driving a breeze without sacrificing the internal space needed for busy family life. 

With a very respectable range of up to 340 miles on a single charge, possible with battery options of up to 77kWh, the ID.3 still comes in at a very affordable price point of around £35,000 for used models. This fresh, yet familiar five-door model is ideal for inner city family life – providing comfort, versatility and reliability all with a healthy dose of charm. 

While popularity doesn’t always mean quality, the Nissan Leaf’s excellent range, affordability and practical interiors earn it its place as one of the most well-known electric cars on the market today. A choice pick for budget-minded drivers, or with families where every penny counts, the Leaf delivers strong and reliable performance while remaining kind on the purse strings. 

With a range of up to 239 miles, powered by a 62kWh battery which recharges from 0-80% in just 50 minutes using a rapid charger, combined with an attractive used price tag of around £28,000, the Leaf is a great choice for families looking for an economical and reliable electric car that doesn’t sacrifice ease of use or safety. 

The Ford Mustang needs no introduction. The iconic muscle car is world famous for its indisputable road presence and flair, with its fresher, electric descendent the Mach-e holding no punches in these categories. Yet, you might be wondering how the showstopping Mustang Mach-e found its way onto this list of family friendly vehicles? 

Despite its reputation, the Mach-e’s wealth of space, paired with its stellar performance and built-in technology as standard make it both a statement piece and a fantastic family vehicle. With a massive range of up to 379 miles using its 88kWh battery, and its ability to recharge from 0-80% in just 45 minutes using a rapid charger, the Mustang Mach-e proves that family vehicles can still turn heads on a dime. Used models currently sell for around £52,000, depending on its spec. 

One of the best all rounders on this list, the Peugeot e-208 is one of our choice picks for drivers looking for a dependable, compact and budget friendly electric car that can easily take on whatever challenges family life may throw their way. 

With a fair range of around 225 miles using its 50kWh battery, the e-208 doesn’t offer any stats to write home about. But with a superfast charge speed of only 30 minutes using a rapid charger and in 7.5 hours to full using a home wall box, this affordable and well-designed 5-seater makes for a reliable and easy to maintain family car that won’t cost you an arm and a leg to drive home.