Small Commuter EVs (mostly European)

A new generation of compact, elegant EVs is being built right here in Europe - designed for real life and ready for the road.

What makes these cars stand out isn’t just their size or efficiency. It’s where and how they’re made. From Slovakia and Romania to France and Germany, European factories are powering this shift, keeping production close to home and supporting thousands of skilled jobs in the process.

And it’s not just about manufacturing. Local production means better access to service, faster delivery of spare parts, and less reliance on far-flung supply chains. When something goes wrong, you don’t have to wait months for a component to ship from across the globe. Support is just around the corner.

Best of all? Choosing one of these EVs isn’t just a smart move for you - it’s a vote of confidence in European design, innovation, and industry.

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Renault 5 E-Tech Electric

Known for: Positioned as a stylish, retro and affordable European city EV.
Manufactured in: Douai, France (part of Renault’s ElectriCity hub)
40 kWh battery: ~300 km WLTP, 52 kWh battery: ~400 km WLTP
Our take: We think Renault has some of the best-looking EVs around (that don’t just look like batteries on wheels), with the Megane E-Tech, Scenic E-Tech, and now this baby.
Available now!

Citroën ë-C3

Known for: One of the most affordable European EVs starting around €25,000.
Manufactured in: Slovakia
44 kWh battery: ~320 km WLTP
Our take: Smaller battery, but refreshingly designed, and the cost savings don’t hurt the driving experience. We’re not fans of the new logo, though.
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Skoda Elroq

Known for: Compact crossover SUV. Although a bit larger, it's positioned as a small family EV.
Manufactured in: Czech Republic
Battery (58–77 kWh): ~420–580 km WLTP
Our take: We liked the manual buttons in the car compared to our VW ID.5. The car feels very solid and well thought-out.
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Volkswagen ID3

Known for: The classic smaller EV with Golf vibes
Manufactured in: Zwickau, Germany (Volkswagen’s dedicated EV plant)
58 kWh battery: ~430 km WLTP, 77 kWh battery: ~550 km WLTP
Our take: Somehow getting better and prettier. Seriously, how did they manage to squeeze that big battery in there?
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Mini Cooper Electric

Known for: All-new platform with improved efficiency and range.
Manufactured in: China (initially), European production planned in Oxford, UK (from 2026)
40.7 kWh battery: ~305 km WLTP
54.2 kWh battery: ~402 km WLTP
Our take: Maintains the classic “go-kart” Mini handling in a fully electric version.
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Hyundai Inster (South Korea)

Known for: A compact city EV based on the petrol-powered Hyundai Casper.
Manufactured in: South Korea
60 kWh battery: ~370 km WLTP
Our take: Hyundai’s designs are hit or miss and this one feels like a miss. Still, Hyundai earns a spot for their strong European footprint and commitment to local jobs.
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Fiat Grande Panda

Known for: Reinvention of the iconic Panda as a compact EV.Practical, boxy, and tailored for tight urban areas.
Manufactured in: Likely Serbia or Italy (TBD by Stellantis)
Expected 40–50 kWh battery: ~320 km WLTP (estimated)
Availibility: Summer 2025

Ford Puma (USA)

Known for: Practical and sporty, aimed at European customers looking for familiar Ford DNA.
Manufactured in: Craiova, Romania
Battery (est. 50–60 kWh): ~376 km WLTP
Availability: Available for order (in Denmark at least), with deliveries expected to begin in spring 2025.

Volkswagen ID.2all / ID.2

Known for: VW’s answer to budget-friendly EVs for the mass market. Affordable compact hatchback sized like a Polo.
Manufactured in: Spain (Martorell plant)
Up to 450 km WLTP, Expected around 38–56 kWh battery
Availibility: Unfortunately first in 2026