Electric cars: Six of the cheapest electric cars available right now – and how far they go

Smart EQ ForFour

Carwow offers this four door EV from £18,806, boasting a range of up to 78 miles between charging.

This small but practical design is ideal for urban locations, though the impressive four-person capacity can be a squeeze for back-seat passengers.

Smart EQ ForTwo

This is an ideal electric car for a busy city, with its compact dimensions making it an easy runaround for one or two people.

Surprisingly, this small EV is more expensive than the Smart EQ ForFour model, retailing for around £22,159.

Despite its condensed design, the Smart EQ ForTwo will allow between 70-80 miles of uninterrupted travel before the battery needs to be recharged.