10 Most Expensive Battery Cars In The World

What are the 10 most expensive battery cars in the world? Here we take you through the top ten of the most expensive battery cars in the world. Most people look at the car they drive and just see how it looks, how comfortable it is, and how fast it can go but very few look at what powers their car. Battery power has been getting more commonplace in recent years with hybrid cars hitting the market and slowly making their way into some of the most popular luxury vehicles on the market.

Tesla Model S

Starting at $73,500 with an EPA range of 270 miles (450 km) and 0-60mph in 4.2 seconds. Optional upgrades can push prices into six figures. Buyers are offered three choices: a rear-wheel-drive 70D, a dual-motor all-wheel-drive 85D, or an even faster P85D with insane mode acceleration for an additional $4,000. All three are eligible for a federal tax credit of up to $7,500 and California offers another $2,500 off its base price. If you're curious about how far that money will go, it's enough to cover most other cars in its class--as long as they don't have electric powertrains.

Porsche Mission E

No surprise, here. The all-electric Porsche will go from 0 to 60 mph in under 3.5 seconds and hit 124 mph in less than 12 seconds, with a range of 310 miles on a full charge. Porsche says it’ll be able to charge 80 percent in just 15 minutes. It’s expected to start at $85,000 when it goes on sale later next year. But if you want one today, you can preorder one for about $15,000 (about £11,350 or AU$20,350). That amount is fully refundable until production begins. So yes: You can reserve a Porsche electric car for less than its eventual sticker price. Pretty cool.

Mercedes-Benz EQC

Mercedes has announced that it will be launching its first all-electric vehicle under its own brand in 2019. At $65,000 before incentives, it will be one of — if not — the most expensive electric vehicles on sale next year. It’s based on a new dedicated EV platform and comes with 369 miles of range per charge. It also features Mercedes’ latest driver assistance tech and loads of interior space thanks to its suicide rear doors. Because of all these factors, it will certainly still cost upwards of $60k at launch.

Hyundai Kona Electric

0-60 mph (96 km/h): 7.6 seconds Top Speed: 124 mph (200 km/h) Range: 258 miles (415 km) Power: 150kW Torque: 395 Nm Price: $28,000 - $37,500 

It’s worth noting that the Kona is only available in some states in America, and that price includes a federal tax credit of up to $7,500 for EV buyers — though it will likely run out at some point during 2019. The list above doesn’t include other sales incentives such as state credits and zero-emissions vehicle fees. On top of all that are government incentives such as HOV lane access and toll fee waivers to help reduce your cost of owning an electric car even further. On top of all that are government incentives such as HOV lane access and toll fee waivers to help reduce your cost of owning an electric car even further.

Jaguar I-Pace

$75,000 to $90,000 in 2019 and $85,000 to $99,000 in 2022: The Jaguar I-Pace was recently released as a luxury electric SUV. This gorgeous battery car is estimated to have an EPA driving range of 240 miles per charge. It will be one of few SUV options for buyers looking for an all-electric vehicle that can fit five passengers comfortably.

Audi e-tron Sportback

This is a concept car with a claimed range of 310 miles and is capable of recharging its batteries in 3.5 hours. Audi plans to launch it by 2018 when it will be one of the world’s most expensive battery cars, with a price tag between $100,000 and $150,000 (US dollars). There is no word yet on how much it will cost after government incentives are factored in.

Volkswagen ID Buzz

$37,900 ($36,500)* Volkswagen unveiled a prototype of its electrified camper-van concept at CES 2017. It’s called ID Buzz and it will sell for around $37,900. Volkswagen also showed off a wild electric microbus concept that costs about as much as a Tesla Model X—so maybe don’t hold your breath on that one. *prices are subject to change in the final production version

BYD Song PHEV

Priced at $86,000 before government subsidies, the BYD Song PHEV is a mid-size battery car that manages to have room for four adults and their luggage. Its electric-only range can go up to 70 miles on a single charge. It boasts of a 90kW motor and costs around 50 cents per mile to drive. For comparison, an average sedan will cost about 35 cents per mile. On top of that, it’s able to recharge in less than 10 hours when plugged into a 240V outlet or in as little as 30 minutes when connected to a DC fast charger.

Geely Emgrand EV

Although its market share is minuscule, Chinese automaker Geely has scored a major win. After acquiring Swedish automaker Volvo in 2010, Geely entered into a joint venture with Daimler to build electric cars under the Mercedes-Benz and Smart brands. As part of that agreement, it announced its own EV brand called Emgrand in 2015. It’s expected to launch an all-electric SUV, which will be sold under three different brands: Geely, Denza (Daimler), and Lynk & Co (Volvo). While details are scarce on pricing or availability, we do know that it will have a range of 250 miles per charge.

Kia Niro EV

The plug-in hybrid version of Kia’s popular crossover will cost $37,495 when it goes on sale later in 2018. However, that price includes a battery lease of $395 per month. The vehicle will be eligible for an income tax credit worth up to $7,500 and in some states, Kia says buyers can get a rebate worth as much as $1,500. That brings down its real-world price to just under $30K. For comparison, Hyundai’s Ioniq EV is expected to cost around $29,000 before incentives.