2023 What Car? Electric Car Awards unveils UK's best EVs and hybrids

author: FutureCar Staff    

The winners of the 2023 What Car? Electric Car Awards showcased the UK's top new and used electric cars (EVs) and plug-in hybrids (PHEVs).

Among the most successful brands were BMW, MG, Mercedes-Benz, Porsche, and Volkswagen. These brands each took home three awards across various categories for both new and used cars.

Three cars stood out as the most successful models at this year's Awards. The MG 5 EV, Porsche Taycan, and Tesla Model 3 each won two awards.

The MG 5 was recognized as the Best electric estate car in both the new and used car categories. The Porsche Taycan took home the titles for Best new and used performance car, while the Tesla Model 3 was named the Best new and used executive car.

One notable winner was the Volkswagen ID Buzz, which had previously been named the overall What Car? Car of the Year in January. At the Electric Car Awards, it won the title of Best electric MPV. Volkswagen also took home awards for Best used electric family car (for the ID 3) and Best used hybrid estate car (for the Passat GTE).

The most affordable new electric or hybrid winner at the Awards was the MG 4 EV SE. This car is currently available for purchase at a price of £26,397 through What Car?'s free online New Car Buying service.

The Reader Award, which was decided by a public vote on What Car?'s social media channels, went to the Renault 5 electric hatchback. Voters were asked to choose the upcoming electric model they were most excited about from a 12-car shortlist.

FutureCar Staff