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ELECTRIC CARS ON THE HORIZON
Besides the electric vehicles already on the market, there are plenty more coming soon that could be your fleet’s ticket to going electric. John Challen and John Kendall reveal the car and van highlights...
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BMW iX5 Hydrogen
The German manufacturer continues its perseverance with hydrogen power and has confirmed it will be offered alongside ICE, PHEV and battery electric versions of the X5. Details are scarce, but drive technology is based on the third-gen fuel cell system that BMW is developing with Toyota.
RANGE TBC WHEN Late 2028 PRICE TBC
Dacia Hipster Concept
This all-electric compact four-seater is aiming to “halve the carbon footprint of electric vehicles”, with everyday mobility needs at its heart. Measuring just 3m long, 1.53m high and 1.55m wide, it is ideal for urban environments, while the boot space ranges from 70 to 500 litres.
RANGE TBC WHEN TBC PRICE TBC
Geely EX5
Another Chinese car manufacturer is making its mark in the UK with another C-segment SUV. The EX5 will be offered in three trim levels, each deploying a 60.2kWh battery pack – with the car producing 218hp. Charging time from 30-80% has been figured at around 20 minutes.
RANGE 255-267 miles WHEN Late 2025 PRICE £31,990
Audi grandsphere
In a design that could be mistaken for the new A8, this concept is described as “the private jet for the road”. The 5.35m-long saloon features Level 4 autonomous driving technology.
RANGE 466 miles WHEN 2025 PRICE TBC
BMW i Vision Circular
The Bavarian manufacturer’s take on how to design a car using the principles of a circular economy. The concept claims to be 100% recyclable, including the solid-state battery.
RANGE N/A WHEN TBC PRICE N/A
Caterham Project V
A new direction for the lightweight sportscar manufacturer. The 272hp motor and 55kWh battery pack help the coupé reach 62mph in 4.5 seconds and a top speed of 143mph
RANGE 249 miles WHEN 2026 PRICE TBC
Cupra Raval
Cupra’s Raval electric supermini is based on the UrbanRebel concept from 2021. It uses a single-motor front-wheel drive layout and is based on the group’s MEB Small platform.
RANGE ≈273 miles WHEN 2026 PRICE TBC
Jaguar Type 00
The face of the new Jaguar brand, the Type 00 is the epitome of the company’s ‘copy nothing’ approach. This concept hints at the first production car to come – an electric four-door GT, with fast charging and nearly 500 miles of range.
RANGE 478 WHEN Early 2026 PRICE c.£130,000
Makkina Triumph TR25
The TR25 uses the platform of a BMW i3S, which sits underneath a futuristic and aerodynamically optimised exterior.
RANGE TBC WHEN TBC PRICE TBC
Mercedes-AMG Concept AMG XX
A fantastically fast four-door that looks to shake up the electrified hypercar market. It might not be troubling many fleets, but that’s still no reason not to marvel at a car that could boast more than 1,300hp and rapid charging capabilities.
RANGE >250 miles WHEN TBC PRICE TBC
Mercedes-Benz Vision EQXX
This latest concept from the EQ sub-brand of Mercedes has a theoretical driving range of more than 620 miles. The 100kW battery pack is 30% lighter than the one in the EQS.
RANGE 620 miles WHEN TBC PRICE TBC
Nissan Hyper Tourer
Another electric minivan has emerged, albeit in concept form, to tempt fans of MPVs, not SUVs. There’s V2X technology, fully autonomous capabilities and solid-state batteries onboard, as well as a spacious and flexible interior.
RANGE TBC WHEN TBC PRICE TBC
Nissan Micra EV
The sixth generation of the iconic B-segment contender goes all-electric, with two battery size options, a stack of connectivity and tech treats, and the hope that it can replicate what the ‘5’ did for Renault!
RANGE 260miles WHEN Late 2025 PRICE From £22,995
Polestar Concept BST
At a time when convertibles are a rare sight (particularly new ones), Polestar has bucked the trend with the BST. The car promises to be, according to boss Thomas Ingenlath, “Polestar turned up to 11”, with race-inspired elements and materials.
RANGE TBC WHEN TBC PRICE TBC
Range Rover Electric
A long time coming – ever since the Evoque Electric (Concept E) was first demonstrated in 2015 – Range Rover will launch a new crossover this year, likely to use I-Pace running gear.
RANGE 250 miles WHEN Late 2025 PRICE TBC
Renault Emblème
This ‘vision of a low-carbon family car from start to finish’, emits 90% less greenhouse gases (CO₂eq) over its entire life cycle than the 2019 baseline. Power comes from electric and hydrogen.
RANGE 600 miles WHEN TBC PRICE £69,650
Suzuki eVX
Taking all of its 4x4 SUV knowhow and capabilities, Suzuki has introduced a vision of its first electric vehicle that will be similar in size to the S-Cross and have a two-speed gearbox.
RANGE 342 miles WHEN 2025 PRICE TBC
THK LSR-05
We’re used to seeing Chinese brands enter the EV market, but the Paris 2024 Motor Show played host to the debut of a new Japanese company’s EV. Shown in prototype form, the LSR-05 showcases technologies from auto supplier, THK, with other models already in development.
RANGE TBC WHEN TBC PRICE TBC
Volkswagen ID. EVERY1
The long-awaited low-cost model in the German manufacturer’s range has appeared – in show-car form. Priced at around €20,000 (c.£17,000), the ID. EVERY1 is built on Volkswagen’s MEB platform and is being touted as the natural successor to the Up!
RANGE 155 miles WHEN 2027 PRICE c.€20,000
Volkswagen ID.Polo
Hoping to bring electric Volkswagen driving to the masses, the latest model in the ID range is close to production spec. Promises to offer the space of a Golf for the price of a Polo.
RANGE 280 miles WHEN 2026 PRICE c. £22,000
Volvo EM90
The MPV is back – although this one might not be appearing in the UK in the immediate future. Entering the Chinese market first, the EM90 offers space, luxury and versatility for drivers and passengers.
RANGE 450 miles WHEN TBC PRICE TBC
