The Lucid Air tops the list of electric cars with the longest driving range, boasting an impressive 410 miles. The Lucid Air comes in various trims, with the Air Grand Touring leading the pack with 819 horsepower and a hefty price tag of $112,400. For those looking for a more budget-friendly option, the Air Pure trim offers a still impressive 310-mile real-world range with 480 horsepower. The latest 2024 Air Pure model comes exclusively in rear-drive guise with 430 horsepower and a price tag of $78,900. Despite sharing a battery pack with previous models, the single-motor Air Pure achieved 300 miles of range in real-world testing.
Moving on to the Chevrolet Silverado EV, this electric pickup managed to achieve a driving range of 400 miles in our real-world highway test. Equipped with the same 205.0-kWh battery pack as the GMC Hummer EV pickup, the Silverado EV offers fast charging speeds, with an average of 198 kW when charging from 10 to 90 percent. Despite its impressive range, the Chevy took 58 minutes to reach that charge level.
The Mercedes-Benz EQS also boasts a 400-mile driving range in the EQS450+ model. The dual-motor all-wheel-drive EQS580 4Matic achieved a slightly lower range of 350 miles but offers a significant power boost with 536 horsepower. The EQS comes with a price tag of $105,550 and offers a luxurious driving experience.
In the realm of luxury electric sedans, the Tesla Model S achieved a real-world range of 320 miles. The Model S comes in Long Range and Plaid variants and offers impressive performance along with its range. Despite falling short of EPA estimates, the Model S remains a popular choice among electric vehicle enthusiasts.
The BMW i7 achieved a driving range of 310 miles, falling slightly short of its direct competitor, the Mercedes-Benz EQS580 4Matic. The i7 offers a luxurious driving experience and ample range for most buyers looking for an electric sedan.
The Hyundai Ioniq 6 offers a more budget-friendly option with a starting price of $38,650. The SE Long Range trim achieved a 300-mile range in our testing, making it a compelling choice for those looking for an electric vehicle with an extended range.
Overall, these electric cars showcase the advancements in EV technology and the increasing range capabilities of electric vehicles in the market today. As automakers continue to innovate and improve battery technology, we can expect to see even longer driving ranges in future electric vehicles.
