The family electric vehicle market is growing rapidly, driven by the rising demand for eco-friendly, spacious, and versatile cars. Models like the Tesla Model Y, Volkswagen ID.4, and Hyundai IONIQ 5 offer a perfect balance of range, comfort, and advanced features, making them popular family choices. With enhanced safety features, generous interior space, and cutting-edge technology, competition in this segment is fierce. Fortunately, families in Ireland now have plenty of top-quality EV options. Here, our Nevo experts highlight five of the best electric family cars—each offering great value, impressive range, and ample boot space to meet your family's needs.

1. Volkswagen ID.4

The Volkswagen ID.4 is a standout in the family EV market thanks to its spacious interior, smooth drive, and generous boot space of 543 litres. With various models available to suit different budgets, it offers a range of 353 to 525 kilometres, making it ideal for both city commutes and longer trips. The inclusion of advanced driver aids and easily accessible child seat anchors makes it an excellent family-friendly choice.

2. Peugeot E-3008

The redesigned Peugeot E-3008 impresses with its distinctive look and upgraded interior. It offers a comfortable driving experience, a solid boot capacity of 520 liters, and an impressive range of 527 kilometres. After spending time behind the wheel, we can confidently say that its generous list of standard features easily positions it as one of the best vehicles in its class.

3. Hyundai IONIQ 5

The Hyundai IONIQ 5 combines a unique retro-futuristic design with practicality for families. It offers a range up to 507 kilometres, a spacious rear seat area, a flat floor, and a boot space of 527 litres. Its compliant drive, comfortable seats, and impressive tech features make it a strong contender in the family EV market.

4. Renault Scenic E-Tech

The Renault Scenic E-Tech is a practical and versatile family EV, featuring agile handling and a range of up to 610 kilometres. It offers a spacious interior with ample legroom and a large 545 litre boot, making it ideal for family use. It’s lighter than some of the competition, which contributes to better performance and efficiency. Competitively priced and winner of Car of The Year 2024 makes it certainly one to consider!

5. Tesla Model Y

The Tesla Model Y is a popular choice due to its spacious interior, extensive 854 litre boot space (capacity to the roof), and advanced technology. It offers a range of up to 533 kilometres and access to Tesla’s extensive Supercharger network, making it ideal for long family road trips. However, its suspension can be firm, and the reliance on the central touchscreen for most controls can be challenging for some drivers. Still a firm favourite in this segment.

Our experts at Nevo believe these electric family cars offer the perfect blend of practicality, range, and value, making them excellent choices for families transitioning to electric vehicles. Of course, different families have different needs, which is why we strive to bring you the latest reviews on all the current models available in Ireland. For detailed video reviews on the vehicles mentioned and more, be sure to visit our EV Review section. You can also use our convenient Nevo Comparison tool to see how these EVs stack up against each other and compare specific models.

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