Mitsubishi i-MiEV

The Mitsubishi i-MiEV is an all electric version of the company’s i city car. The standard, petrol engine i is no longer available in the UK. The Mitsubishi i-MiEV is an all-electric version of the i four-seater, with the combustion engine and fuel tank replaced by a 63bhp electric motor and a large battery pack.

Mitsubishi says that its range is 80-100 miles. The company says that if you plug the i-MiEV into the mains, it will charge fully in seven hours. This drops to 30 minutes if you have access to a 50kW three-phase supply.

Despite the 200kg of batteries where the fuel tank used to be the i-MiEV does not feel bloated. The i-MiEV is still useful as a city car, and despite its narrow track – making it perfect for threading through traffic. The tall four-door has space for four occupants.

If you are looking for a zero-emissions four-seat city car, the i-MiEV is one of a small number of options. With a price tag of 28,990, you won’t see lots on the road.