13 Electric Vehicles With Surprisingly Long Range
With the advent of electric vehicles (EVs), the most significant hurdle has always been range anxiety – the dreaded specter of being stranded on the side of the road with a drained battery. And like oases in a desert, limited charging networks have exacerbated this fear. However, EV battery packs and charging networks have progressed significantly, which may end range fears for good.
These 13 EVs boast extended ranges that make you re-think your allegiance to gasoline-powered vehicles.
1. Ford F-150 Lightning 4WD Extended Range – 320 miles
The 2023 Ford F-150 Lightning, a trailblazing electric pickup, reigns supreme as the longest-range EV truck born from gasoline roots.
This bold upstart arrived hot on the heels of Rivian’s trend-setting R1T, leaving Chevy’s Ultium upstart and Ram’s forthcoming contender in its dust.
Sporting a familiar face yet packing blistering pace and unparalleled practicality, it can even tow a whopping 10,000 pounds.
2. Rivian R1T – 328 miles
The 2023 Rivian R1T, an electric pioneer, refuses to be outshone by mere upstarts. This original maverick combines shocking on-road prowess with exceptional off-road antics, all while flaunting a range that leaves other EV pickups green with envy.
Rivian’s debut masterpiece lacks the usual physical presence and bed-length options consumers are used to seeing in the truck market. Still, its spectacular usability in challenging conditions is admirable.
3. Mercedes EQE – 376 miles
The sleek and sophisticated Mercedes EQE, the young sibling of the range-topper EQS limo, is a true ambassador for luxury EVs.
With a range of 376 miles, this executive sedan proves that you don’t have to compromise on style or performance when embracing electric mobility. The EQE shares the EVA2 platform with the EQS limo, which explains the impressive range.
The EQE also ticks the boxes for ride comfort and refinement, no matter the speed you’re zooming. It stays true to the Mercedes DNA.
So, while the 170kW maximum charging speed falls short of rivals such as Audi, the EQE makes up for it with excellent onboard tech and infotainment. You can immerse yourself in good entertainment as the EQE juices up.
4. Polestar 3 – 379 miles
The Polestar 3 competes in the same market as the BMW iX and shares a platform with the seven-seat Volvo EX90. The luxury SUV boasts a hefty 107kWh battery pack with a 379-mile range.
Polestar says the 250kW rapid charging capability only requires 30 minutes to charge 10-80 percent. The Polestar 3 is excellent at treating your range anxiety and comes with a good measure of creature comforts.
5. Ford Mustang Mach-E – 379 miles
While this steed may lack a V8 engine’s thunderous roar, it pays tribute to its American muscle ancestors with a stable of 345 stampeding horses under the hood – a conscious nod to power in a four-wheel-drive format.
And sprinting from 0-62mph in a brisk 5.1 seconds, it leaves lesser beasts eating its dust. But this noble beast is no one-trick pony. The rear-wheel-drive variant boasts a 379-mile range, and it is a marathon runner among EVs, courtesy of its 88kWh battery pack.
6. BMW iX – 382 miles
Leave range anxiety in the rearview mirror with the BMW iX. This futuristic and tech-savvy SUV can travel an impressive 382 miles on a single charge, ensuring that even the most adventurous road trips are within reach.
The iX is the brand’s flagship electric SUV, and its capability is never up for any doubts, with an impressive acceleration time of 6.1 seconds for 0-62mph.
Inside, there’s a cabin engineered with quality equipment and soft-touch materials. The famed BMW’s latest iDrive system powers the twin 14.5-inch curved screens with a level of refinement that’s hard to beat.
7. BMW i7 – 387 miles
The BMW i7 is the epitome of luxury and innovation. One thing that sets it apart from rivals such as Mercedes EQS is that it shares a platform with internal combustion engines, the 7 Series. But that’s no indication of stunted electric performance.
The brand claims 387 miles with its superthin 101.7kWh battery. The battery doesn’t intrude on the i7’s cabin space, so the luxury elements remain intact.
What about charging speeds? The 195kW can top up 10-80 percent in as little as 34 minutes.
8. Rivian R1S – 400 miles
The 2024 Rivian R1S is an extreme capability maverick, beckoning thrill-seekers with its accelerator-to-the-floor allure. But resist the siren call of unbridled power, and this seven-passenger SUV morphs into a long-range cruiser, ferrying its crew in electrified comfort.
With an EPA-rated 400-mile range for the top trim with the max battery pack, even the lowliest variants boast a respectable 260-mile reach – a testament to Rivian’s pricing philosophy: distance and decadence, hand in hand. You’ll get 352 miles per charge from the optional Large battery pack.
9. Tesla Model S Long Range – 402 miles
Tesla, the pioneer of modern EVs, continues to push boundaries with the Model S Long Range. This iconic sedan boasts a range of 402 miles, proving that electric vehicles can be both sustainable and practical.
While range often steals the spotlight, it’s easy to overlook that the Long Range Model S is a speed demon in disguise. This electric stallion can sprint from 0 to 60 mph in a blistering 3.1 seconds.
10. Polestar 2 – 406 miles
Once a respectable range champion at 341 miles, the Polestar 2 has undergone a surgical enhancement, emerging from its facelift with a staggering 406-mile range. This distance would leave other EVs gasping for electrons.
This impressive feat is even more remarkable considering that the long-range, single-motor variant costs roughly half as much as the Tesla Model S – firmly planting Polestar as the value king in long-distance electric travel.
This electric thoroughbred can recharge electrons at a blistering 150kW DC rate, allowing it to guzzle a thirst-quenching 10% to 80% charge in a mere 35 minutes.
11. Fisker Ocean – 440 miles
The Ocean Sport, Fisker’s entry-level siren, lures you with a 273-mile range, but the Ultra variant, a range-touting temptress, ups the ante with a 379-mile reach.
Yet, the crème de la crème, the Extreme, and the limited-run One flaunt an unbelievable 440-mile single-charge range – at least according to Fisker’s bold claims. This marathon-conquering range is courtesy of a massive 106.5kWh usable battery pack.
Coupled with two electric motors delivering all-wheel drive and a beastly 557 horsepower, these Oceans are poised to make waves, leaving most other EVs in their wake.
12. Mercedes EQS – 452 miles
The Mercedes EQS is a range champion, boasting an impressive 452 miles of driving distance on a single charge. This luxurious electric sedan sets new standards for long-distance electric travel, making cross-country trips a breeze.
The EQS owes its impressive prowess to a colossal 107.8kWh battery pack and a slipperier coefficient of drag that slices through the air.
Being a Merc, you can be sure that a supple ride, refinement, and effortless performance are part of the package.
13. Lucid Air Dream Edition – 520 miles
The Lucid Air Dream Edition is a true game-changer in the EV world. With an astounding range of 520 miles, this luxury sedan shatters all preconceptions about weak EV range.
The Lucid Air Dream Edition arrives in two limited-edition flavors – Performance and Range. While the Dream Edition P is a speed demon with its blistering acceleration, the Dream Edition R is a range-conquering marathon runner.
Yet, these dual personalities share a wicked streak—dual motors churning all four wheels unleash a top speed of 168 mph.