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Range concerns to maintenance costs: nine common questions on electric vehicles are answered

Can an electric car really drive 380 miles on one charge and how long will its battery last? Find out all you need to know before buying an EV

Electric vehicles are on the rise – more electric cars were registered in the UK in 2021 than in the previous five years combined, and in December they accounted for one in every four cars sold, according to data from the Society of Motor Manufacturers and Traders. If you’re yet to be convinced, here’s what you need to know before you join the EV club …

Can an electric car really be driven 380 miles on one charge?
Potentially, yes. The new BMW all-electric iX 50 M Sport, for instance, has a WLTP-tested range (Worldwide Harmonised Light Vehicle Test Procedure) of up to 380 miles*. This range could cover your weekly commute and leave enough charge for running around at the weekend.

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