Eight of Britain's most popular cars with electric alternatives to cater for all budgets

For many drivers, the switch from petrol to electric has been on their mind, but they still haven't taken the plunge. 'Not sure where to start' is a common feeling. One of the easiest ways to switch to an EV can be to simply buy the all-electric version of a car you already own, have owned in the past, or are at least familiar with.These days, many of the most popular cars on sale have an electric alternative alongside petrol or hybrid models, making it simple to swap your ICE car for an EV.From small city cars like the Fiat 500 to luxury saloons like the Mercedes S-Class, there's a wide choice of electric alternatives available for buyers across all budgets.In fact, there are now more than 160 different EV models on sale in the UK.With that in mind, we've chosen some of the most popular new petrol and hybrid cars currently on sale in Britain that have a very close electric equivalent to make swapping hassle-free.Many are more expensive than their petrol counterpart... although one in our list below does buck the trend. The Vauxhall Corsa Electric looks very similar to the petrol Corsa, has a near identical interior and offers a range of up to 265 miles.Vauxhall Corsa Electric: The first car EVPetrol price: from £20,090EV price: from £26,780The Vauxhall Corsa is a favourite among British hatchback buyers and first-time drivers.The petrol Corsa has a 1.2-litre engine producing 98bhp. The electric version develops 134bhp and offers a range of up to 265 miles.The EV shares a very similar exterior design to the petrol Corsa, while the interior is almost identical, meaning Corsa enthusiasts should feel right at home behind the wheel. The all-electric Peugeot e-2008 builds has 154bhp, a range of up to 248 miles, and the ability to recharge from 20 to 80% in as little as 27 minutesPeugeot e-2008: The compact family electric SUVPetrol price: from £24,195Electric price: from £27,995The Peugeot 2008 is a popular family SUV, and buyers can now opt for the all-electric E-2008 version too.The hybrid offers up to 143bhp and returns as much as 62.4mpg, while retaining the model's sporty styling. The all-electric e-2008 builds on this with up to 154bhp, a range of up to 248 miles, and the ability to recharge from 20 to 80 per cent in as little as 27 minutes.The EV shares the same premium-looking interior, which follows Peugeot's minimalist, practical and sustainable cabin design.Both models provide a 434-litre boot. The Fiat 500e delivers up to 118bhp, offers a range of up to 199 miles, and can recharge to 80 per cent in just 30 minutesFiat 500e: The tiny city carMild-hybrid price: from £18,995EV price: from £20,995The Fiat 500 has been an icon of small-car motoring since the 1930s, and today's buyers can get an affordable slice of modern city-car cool with the Fiat 500e.Designed for nipping around town and squeezing into tight parking spaces, the 1.0-litre hybrid produces up to 70bhp, while the EV delivers up to 118bhp, offers a range of up to 199 miles, and can recharge to 80 per cent in 30 minutes.Both models share a chic interior featuring a 10.25-inch infotainment system and wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto connectivity. The new BMW iX3 comes with a range of 500 miles which can get you from Salcombe to Edinburgh on a single chargeBMW iX3: The long-distance SUVPetrol price: from £54,870Electric price: from £62,080The BMW X3 has long been a go-to choice for luxury SUV buyers, offering comfort, style, performance and an impressive interior in a mid-sized package.The new iX3 is its electric equivalent and has been comprehensively overhauled for 2026. A redesigned exterior, a new interior featuring BMW's Panoramic iDrive display, and updated driving dynamics make the iX3 a compelling long-distance luxury EV.The standout feature, however, is its claimed range of up to 500 miles, which is enough to travel from Salcombe in Devon to Edinburgh on a single charge. The Audi A6 Avant e-tron has 456bhp (using launch control), a 0-62mph time of 4.5 seconds, and a range of up to 444 miles - plenty for a family road tripAudi A6 e-tron: The family estate carPetrol price: from £54,060Electric price: from £65,165Drivers seeking a spacious family car without moving into an SUV will often opt for an Audi A6.Those wanting to go electric while sticking with their estate car of choice will be pleased to know that the A6 E-Tron is the electric counterpart to the A6 Avant.An eternally stylish estate, the A6 Avant offers up to 201bhp, a 0-62mph time of seven seconds, room for five occupants, and up to 1,534 litres of luggage capacity with the rear seats folded.The e-tron adds a performance edge with 456bhp (using launch control), a 0-62mph time of 4.5 seconds, and a range of up to 444 miles – plenty for a family road trip. Volvo's EX90 is the electric version of its best-selling XC90 seven-seater SUVVolvo EX90: The seven-seater electric SUVMild-hybrid price: from £66,270Electric price: from £73,160The Volvo XC90 is a luxury seven-seater that few can fault. It's understated, stylish, spacious and comfortable to drive, making it a popular family vehicle.The EX90 takes the XC90 formula into the electric age, offering up to 376 miles of range and the ability to fast-charge in as little as 22 minutes. Buyers also get up to 680bhp and a 0-62mph time of just 4.2 seconds, alongside that essential seven-seat practicality. Mercedes EQS buyers get more than 500 miles of range, up to 199 miles of additional driving range from just 10 minutes of rapid charging, and steer-by-wire technologyMercedes EQS: The luxury EVPetrol price: from £103,450Electric price: from £91,765The Mercedes S-Class is an ultra-luxurious saloon often used to chauffeur VIPs.Elegant both inside and out, it combines cutting-edge technology with one of the most refined driving experiences on the road.The recently updated EQS brings that same sense of occasion to EV buyers, with a similarly commanding presence, an exceptionally comfortable interior, and Mercedes' latest MB.OS infotainment system.For the substantial asking price, buyers get more than 500 miles of range, up to 199 miles of additional driving range from ten minutes of rapid charging, and steer-by-wire technology.It's also a rare example of an EV costing less than its combustion-engined counterpart. The Porsche Taycan isn't a direct equivalent for the 718 Cayman but it does give Porsche buyers, and sports car enthusiasts some of that German spirit in EV formPorsche Taycan: The sporty EV Petrol 718 Cayman: from £57,275Porsche Taycan: from £88,400This is not a direct equivalent, but anyone looking for an electric car with one of the automotive world's most desirable badges may find the Porsche Taycan a suitable move from the Cayman.The 718 Cayman is a two-door, mid-engined sports coupé with 296bhp, a top speed of 171mph, and a 0-62mph time of 4.7 seconds.The Taycan, by contrast, is a rear-wheel-drive, four-door sports saloon. However, it still delivers Porsche's trademark performance credentials, with 429bhp, a top speed of 143mph, and a 0-62mph time of 4.8 seconds.Features such as E-Shift simulated gears and Porsche Electric Sport Sound help recreate the feel of driving a combustion-engined Porsche.Range tops out at up to 434 miles on a single charge.