Every electric car with a 400-mile range

Not long ago, the idea of an electric car being able to travel more than 400 miles on a single charge was unheard of. 

Only EV giant Tesla offered a car with such a range, with the Model S saloon able to achieve 405 miles on a charge. 

But thanks to significant advancements in battery technology, it's not just Tesla that is producing 400-mile plus electric cars. Several European brands have caught up and now you can have an SUV, saloon or even an estate with an official WLTP range of more than 400 miles. 

Let's take a look at the current crop of mile-munching electric cars that can comfortably handle long distance journeys. 

Mercedes EQS SUV - 404 miles 

The large and luxurious SUV borrows its powertrain technology from the Mercedes EQS, but is fitted with an even bigger 118kWh battery that yields a range of up to 404 miles. 

Charging speeds are up to 200kW which means the EQS SUV can be boosted up from 10-80% in just over 31 minutes. 

The imposing SUV is kitted out with lots of tech, too, and comes with rear-wheel steering and huge 17.7in Hyperscreen infotainment system. Prices start from £129,470. 

Tesla Model S - 405 miles

Tesla’s flagship saloon was facelifted in 2021, with the Model S featuring a 100kWh battery for a range of 405 miles.

Staying true to form, the Model S is a seriously fast EV, and in Dual Motor form, it can sprint from 0-62mph in just 3.1sec. The Plaid version is even faster, developing 1020bhp for a 0-62mph sprint time of 2.0sec. Although its range is up to 390 miles. 

Before you run out to snap-up a Model S, it is worth noting that the electric saloon is only available in left-hand drive, and you can only buy one from the brand's inventory.

Polestar 2 - 406 miles

The Swedish marque facelifted its stylish electric saloon last year in a bid to keep pace with rivals from BMW and Tesla. The biggest change was to the 2’s powertrain setup, with Polestar switching from a front-wheel drive to a rear-wheel drive layout. 

Battery capacity was also increased to 82kWh, up from 78kWh, which means the Long Range model is able to travel an impressive 406 miles on a charge. While that’s not as good as the Tesla Model 3 (421 miles) it’s better than the BMW i4 eDrive40 (365 miles).

Find a charger with speeds of up to 205kW and the 2 can be boosted from 10-80% in just 28 minutes. Prices for the 82kWh battery car start at £48,950. 

Peugeot e-5008 - 410 miles

Peugeot’s striking electric seven-seater is set to arrive towards the end of 2024, and with the larger 98kWh battery fitted, promises a range of up to 410 miles. 

The new e-5008 trumps the Mercedes EQB and Kia EV9 in terms of range, and will likely undercut both rivals on price, too, with the electric SUV set to go on sale from around £50,000. 

Tesla Model 3 - 421 miles

The hugely successful electric saloon was facelifted in 2023, gaining a revised exterior look and upgraded battery technology, meaning the Model 3 can now travel up to 421 miles between charges. To achieve that range you do need the smaller 18in wheels. 

Tesla ownership also gives you access to the brilliant Supercharger network, which means it’s easy to charge up on the move. The Model 3 can be charged at up to 250kW, which means you can add 175 miles in just 15 minutes. 

The Model 3 represents great value for money, too, undercutting its main rivals on price by some margin. The entry-level car starts from £39,990.  

Porsche Taycan Performance Battery Plus - 422 miles

When it arrived in 2020, the Porsche Taycan was immediately regarded as one of the most capable electric performance cars of its generation. For 2024, the German brand has given its sleek electric saloon a significant overhaul to give it more power, range and efficiency. 

Range has dramatically improved compared to the first-generation car. In Battery Performance Battery Plus guise, the Taycan gets a larger 105kWh pack, which promises a range if up to 422 miles. 

Porsche has also improved charging capabilities, with the Taycan able to accept speeds of up to 320kW, meaning a 10-80% charge should take around 18 minutes. Prices start at £86,500, although you’ll have to pay more than £90,000 of the Performance Battery Plus model. 

Volkswagen ID 7 Tourer - 426 miles 

Volkswagen has gone against the SUV trend with its ID 7 Tourer, an estate version of the firm’s flagship ID 7 saloon that is intended to solidify the brand’s position in the executive EV class. 

The Volkswagen ID 7 Tourer Pro S is fitted with Volkswagen’s larger 86kWh battery pack, meaning the firm’s new estate can travel up to 426 miles on a charge. 

Charging speeds peak at 200kW, which means you can charge from 10-80% in around 30 minutes. Prices for the ID 7 Tourer have not been confirmed, but it should cost from around £55,000. 

Peugeot e-3008 - 435 miles

The Peugeot e-3008 is the first model to sit on parent firm Stellantis’s new STLA Medium electric platform, which was developed to optimise energy efficiency. 

Fitted with a larger 98kWh battery, the e-3008 promises 4.5mpkWh and should be able to achieve a range of 435 miles. The coupe-SUV can be charged at 160kW, which means a 20-80% charge should take around 30 minutes. 

Prices for the e-3008 start at £45,850. 

Volkswagen ID 7 -  435 miles

Watch out Tesla, you’ve got some new competition from Germany. Serving as an electric alternative to the Volkswagen Passat, the ID 7 arrived late last year as a rival to the Telsa Model 3, Polestar 2 and BMW i4. 

In Pro S form, the ID 7 gets an 86kWh battery and the firm’s latest and more efficient AP550 electric motor, promising a range of up to 435 miles. Charging speeds are up to 200kW for a charging time of around 30 minutes when topping up from 10-80%. 

It’s a pricey alternative to the Tesla, however, with prices starting at £51,550. 

Fisker Ocean - 440 miles 

While the firm might be struggling to gather funds for future projects, Fisker should be commended for its first attempt at a mass-market SUV. 

The Ocean arrived last year and with an impressive range, too. In Extreme trim and fitted with a 106kWh battery pack, it has an official range of up to 440 miles and can be charged at up to 200kW. 

It is fitted with a solar-panelled roof and features what Fisker calls ‘California  mode’, which opens the sunroof and lowers seven of the eight windows (apart from the front windscreen) for an open-air driving experience. Prices start at £61,495 for the Extreme model. 
 

Mercedes EQS -  442 miles 

It might not have the most attractive design, but the aerodynamically-honed exterior of the EQS certainly helps its range and efficiency. In fact, the Mercedes saloon has the best drag coefficient of any car on sale today. 

Powered by a large 108kWh battery, the EQS has a claimed range of up to 442 miles and can be charged at 200kW, allowing for a 10-80% charge in just 30 minutes. 

Such a range comes at a price, however, with the EQS 450+ AMG Line Premium starting from £112,610.

Lucid Air - 516 miles

The American saloon leads the way when it comes to range, offering a staggering 516 miles thanks to its vast 112kWh battery pack.

With 900V technology, the Air can be charged at up to 300kW, which means you can add around 300 miles of range in just 20 minutes.

The Air Grand Touring isn’t currently on sale in Europe, but costs from $109,900 (£87,000) in the US.