With the global shift towards sustainable developments and the increasing emergence of Electric Vehicles (EV) as clean alternatives, Singapore has set out to accelerate EV adoption as stated in the Singapore Green Plan 2030. There have also been groundbreaking advancements in battery and charging technologies that help to reduce range anxiety and shorten charging times. This, along with Singapore’s agenda to expand charging stations and shift more EVs into the cheaper Category A COE mean EVs are now a viable alternative to their Internal Combustion Engine (ICE) counterparts.
Thus, now is an opportune time to switch to EVs. However, with all the EVs and their endless models out in the market, it can be quite puzzling to choose an affordable and reliable EV for your daily needs. So, here at Volt, we have highlighted 3 currently available EVs that drivers switching to EVs can consider.
Interior and Exterior of the 2022 Nissan Leaf (Photo: Nissan Singapore)
First on the list is Nissan’s flagship EV, the 2022 Nissan Leaf, which is a compact hatchback with an official starting price of S$ 163,800. It has a 40 kWh battery, which offers a range of 311 km, and takes 8 hours to fully charge on a 6.6 kW AC charger and 1 hour to fully charge on DC. The performance of the Nissan Leaf is great, its electric motor provides instant acceleration with 320 Nm of torque and 150 PS of horsepower. It also features intelligent mobility systems to assist in driving, such as intelligent emergency brakes and e-pedal (Single pedal) driving, as well as Eco-mode and B-mode (Regenerative braking) to extend the range. The interior bolsters a clean and unique look with a D-shaped steering wheel, a floating screen, and, most remarkably, a futuristic drive selector. Being a hatchback, the Nissan Leaf has a modest 435 L of trunk capacity, enough to fit 4 golf bags snugly. All things considered, the Nissan Leaf is very practical and a reliable all-rounder.
Interior and Exterior of the BYD e6 (Photo: BYD Singapore)
If you are looking for a more spacious but cheaper EV compared to the Nissan Leaf, then the BYD e6 might be a better deal. The BYD e6 is a multi-purpose vehicle with an official starting price of S$ 144,888 and it is equipped with a 71.7 kWh battery that offers a very impressive range of 522 km. Furthermore, it takes 1.5 hours to fully charge the batteries using a 60 kW DC charger and 1.8 hours using a 40 kW AC charger. In addition, the interior is simple and neat, with fewer buttons at the center console compared to the Nissan Leaf, and it comes equipped with a larger trunk capacity of up to 580 L. However, this comes at a trade-off with its performance. Compared to the Nissan Leaf, the BYD e6 is heavier and its motor has a maximum torque of 180 Nm and horsepower of 95 PS, resulting in a more relaxed performance. Overall, though, these qualities would make the BYD e6 a great choice for a family car.
Interior and Exterior of the Hyundai Kona Electric 5DR (Photo: Hyundai Singapore)
Last but not least, the Hyundai Kona Electric 5DR (Standard range) is a sleek and sporty-looking SUV with great performance to boot. It has a more expensive official starting price of S$ 181,888 compared to the others but offers a more sophisticated ride. It has a 39.2 kWh battery, which offers a driving range of 305 km, and takes 48 minutes to charge to 80 % using a 50 kW DC Charger. Its performance is also on par with the Nissan Leaf, with a maximum torque of 395 Nm and horsepower of 136 PS. In addition, it is equipped with Hyundai’s ‘SmartSense’ systems such as smart cruise control, lane following assist, blind-spot, and forward collision avoidance. The interior of the Hyundai Kona Electric is spacious and comfortable while also paying great attention to detail in the design of the dashboard and center console. The Hyundai Kona Electric features a button type shift-by-wire gearbox, a convenient wireless charging system in the center console, as well as a reasonable trunk capacity of 332 L.
These 3 EVs all offer attractive alternatives for Singaporeans to start going electric and if none piques your interest, there are plenty of other EVs out in the market, with many more to come as the world moves towards electrification of vehicles. Regardless of the EV you choose, you will need access to convenient charging locations. Volt is actively building up our network of AC and DC charging points at several locations, including office buildings, shopping malls, condominiums, etc. Do follow us on LinkedIn or visit our Volt website to keep a look out for our upcoming locations!
With the global shift towards sustainable developments and the increasing emergence of Electric Vehicles (EV) as clean alternatives, Singapore has set out to accelerate EV adoption as stated in the Singapore Green Plan 2030. There have also been groundbreaking advancements in battery and charging technologies that help to reduce range anxiety and shorten charging times. This, along with Singapore’s agenda to expand charging stations and shift more EVs into the cheaper Category A COE mean EVs are now a viable alternative to their Internal Combustion Engine (ICE) counterparts.
Thus, now is an opportune time to switch to EVs. However, with all the EVs and their endless models out in the market, it can be quite puzzling to choose an affordable and reliable EV for your daily needs. So, here at Volt, we have highlighted 3 currently available EVs that drivers switching to EVs can consider.
Interior and Exterior of the 2022 Nissan Leaf (Photo: Nissan Singapore)
First on the list is Nissan’s flagship EV, the 2022 Nissan Leaf, which is a compact hatchback with an official starting price of S$ 163,800. It has a 40 kWh battery, which offers a range of 311 km, and takes 8 hours to fully charge on a 6.6 kW AC charger and 1 hour to fully charge on DC. The performance of the Nissan Leaf is great, its electric motor provides instant acceleration with 320 Nm of torque and 150 PS of horsepower. It also features intelligent mobility systems to assist in driving, such as intelligent emergency brakes and e-pedal (Single pedal) driving, as well as Eco-mode and B-mode (Regenerative braking) to extend the range. The interior bolsters a clean and unique look with a D-shaped steering wheel, a floating screen, and, most remarkably, a futuristic drive selector. Being a hatchback, the Nissan Leaf has a modest 435 L of trunk capacity, enough to fit 4 golf bags snugly. All things considered, the Nissan Leaf is very practical and a reliable all-rounder.
Interior and Exterior of the BYD e6 (Photo: BYD Singapore)
If you are looking for a more spacious but cheaper EV compared to the Nissan Leaf, then the BYD e6 might be a better deal. The BYD e6 is a multi-purpose vehicle with an official starting price of S$ 144,888 and it is equipped with a 71.7 kWh battery that offers a very impressive range of 522 km. Furthermore, it takes 1.5 hours to fully charge the batteries using a 60 kW DC charger and 1.8 hours using a 40 kW AC charger. In addition, the interior is simple and neat, with fewer buttons at the center console compared to the Nissan Leaf, and it comes equipped with a larger trunk capacity of up to 580 L. However, this comes at a trade-off with its performance. Compared to the Nissan Leaf, the BYD e6 is heavier and its motor has a maximum torque of 180 Nm and horsepower of 95 PS, resulting in a more relaxed performance. Overall, though, these qualities would make the BYD e6 a great choice for a family car.
Interior and Exterior of the Hyundai Kona Electric 5DR (Photo: Hyundai Singapore)
Last but not least, the Hyundai Kona Electric 5DR (Standard range) is a sleek and sporty-looking SUV with great performance to boot. It has a more expensive official starting price of S$ 181,888 compared to the others but offers a more sophisticated ride. It has a 39.2 kWh battery, which offers a driving range of 305 km, and takes 48 minutes to charge to 80 % using a 50 kW DC Charger. Its performance is also on par with the Nissan Leaf, with a maximum torque of 395 Nm and horsepower of 136 PS. In addition, it is equipped with Hyundai’s ‘SmartSense’ systems such as smart cruise control, lane following assist, blind-spot, and forward collision avoidance. The interior of the Hyundai Kona Electric is spacious and comfortable while also paying great attention to detail in the design of the dashboard and center console. The Hyundai Kona Electric features a button type shift-by-wire gearbox, a convenient wireless charging system in the center console, as well as a reasonable trunk capacity of 332 L.
These 3 EVs all offer attractive alternatives for Singaporeans to start going electric and if none piques your interest, there are plenty of other EVs out in the market, with many more to come as the world moves towards electrification of vehicles. Regardless of the EV you choose, you will need access to convenient charging locations. Volt is actively building up our network of AC and DC charging points at several locations, including office buildings, shopping malls, condominiums, etc. Do follow us on LinkedIn or visit our Volt website to keep a look out for our upcoming locations!