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Which affordable electric car is the most reliable, in terms of faults and breakdowns?

Which affordable electric car is the most reliable, in terms of faults and breakdowns?

Asked on 21 January 2019 by Keith Moat

Answered by Andrew Brady
They're all pretty reliable, really, without a mechanical engine to go wrong. The last-generation Nissan Leaf ranked very highly in our 2018 Satisfaction Index (www.honestjohn.co.uk/honest-john-satisfaction-inde...#).
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Impressive real-world range from the Leaf E+. Fairly spacious cabin. Should be reliable. Decent value for money.
 

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