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Electric Cars With the Longest Range in 2018

The 2018 EV with the longest EPA range is the Tesla Model S (100D · AWD) at 335 mi on a full charge, 210.5 mi farther than the median EV (124.5 mi) among the 14 EVs ranked. The Tesla Model S costs about $910 a year to charge, $90 more than the median EV ($820).

The top 10 run from 335 mi to 114 mi. Each model is listed once, with its best qualifying configuration named in the row; models with the same displayed value share a rank.

Longest range

335mi

Tesla Model S

Median model

124.5mi

14 models

Top-10 median

169mi

Models ranked

14

one row per model

Full ranking

All 14 models. Every column is sortable.

Electric Cars With the Longest Range in 2018: top 14 of 14 models
1
Tesla Model S
100D · AWD
Large cars · Electric
33533.2102$910+210.5
2
Tesla Model 3
Long Range · RWD
Midsize cars · Electric
31025.9130$710+185.5
3
Tesla Model X
100D · AWD
Standard SUVs · Electric
29538.787$1,060+170.5
4
Chevrolet Bolt EV
FWD
Wagons · Electric
23828.3119$780+113.5
5
BYD e6
FWD
Small SUVs · Electric
18746.672$1,280+62.5
6
Nissan Leaf
FWD
Midsize cars · Electric
15130.0112$820+26.5
7
Volkswagen Golf / GTI
e-Golf · FWD
Small cars · Electric
12528.4119$780+0.5
8
Hyundai Ioniq
Electric · FWD
Large cars · Electric
12425.0136$690−0.5
9
Ford Focus
Electric · FWD
Small cars · Electric
11531.5107$860−9.5
10
BMW i3
(94Ah) · RWD
Small cars · Electric
11428.6118$790−10.5
11
Kia Soul
Electric · FWD
Wagons · Electric
11131.2108$860−13.5
12
Honda Clarity
EV · FWD
Midsize cars · Electric
8929.5114$810−35.5
13
Fiat 500e
FWD
Small cars · Electric
8430.0112$820−40.5
14
smart fortwo
electric drive coupe · RWD
Two-seaters · Electric
5831.0108$850−66.5

How this list is built

Every line below is read from the list definition that produced the table.

  • Classes: every EPA class except special-purpose vehicles.
  • Powertrains: Electric.
  • Ranked by EPA range, highest first.
  • One row per model (make and model): the configuration that ranks best in this list is shown, with its trim, engine and drive named in the row.
  • Ties are decided on the displayed value (whole miles, kWh per 100 miles to one decimal, cost rounded to $10): tied models share a rank, then are ordered by a tie-breaker and by name.
  • Special-purpose vehicles, such as heavy-duty variants, are excluded.
  • Range is the EPA label value from standardized laboratory tests; real-world range varies with speed, weather and load.
  • Model years MY2013 to MY2027; a year is listed only when at least 10 models qualify.

Data and period

  • EPA ratings: fueleconomy.gov file of Sep 29, 2026
  • Prices: EIA regular gasoline, U.S. average, Sep 2026 ($4.36/gal); residential electricity, U.S. average, Jul 2026 (18.3¢/kWh)
  • 15,000 miles a year, 55% city and 45% highway

Frequently asked questions

Which 2018 EV has the longest range?

The 2018 EV with the longest EPA range is the Tesla Model S (100D · AWD) at 335 mi on a full charge, 210.5 mi farther than the median EV (124.5 mi) among the 14 EVs ranked. The Tesla Model S costs about $910 a year to charge, $90 more than the median EV ($820).

How much does the Tesla Model S cost to charge per year?

About $910 a year at 15,000 miles a year, using the prices stamped at the bottom of this page. The median EV in this list costs $820 a year.

How many EVs are ranked for 2018?

14 models qualify, one row each. The median is 124.5 mi, and the top 10 run from 335 mi to 114 mi.

How are ties, trims and drivetrains handled?

Each model appears once, with the configuration that ranks best in this list; its trim, engine and drive are named in the row. Models with the same displayed value share a rank (1, 2, 2, 4) and are then ordered by a tie-breaker and by name. See the methodology.

What are MPGe and kWh per 100 miles?

MPGe is how far an EV goes on 33.7 kWh, the energy in a gallon of gasoline. kWh per 100 miles is the energy it uses over 100 miles, so lower is better. See the EV hub.

EPA ratings: fueleconomy.gov file of Sep 29, 2026 · Prices: EIA regular gasoline, U.S. average, Sep 2026 ($4.36/gal); residential electricity, U.S. average, Jul 2026 (18.3¢/kWh) · 15,000 miles a year, 55% city and 45% highway