500 mile electric vehicles are coming….

2026 is a breakthrough year for UK electric vehicles, with the first models boasting over 500 miles of WLTP range arriving. Key, soon-to-be-available, or recently released, models include the Volvo EX60 (up to 503 miles) and the BMW iX3 (500 miles). The Mercedes CLA will nudge the 500 mile range delivering up to 492 miles. 

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• Volvo EX60 (P12 Variant): Offers a top-tier range of 503 miles, making it a leader in long-distance travel. Built on advanced 800-volt architectures allows for ultra-fast charging (200 miles can be added in 10 minutes)

• BMW iX3: The new 2026 model uses "Neue Klasse" design, providing a 500-mile range and supporting 400kW charging. Deliveries for the new BMW iX3 are expected to begin around March 2026.

• Mercedes-Benz CLA Electric: A 2026 European Car of the Year, delivering up to 492 miles of range. 

• Emerging Brands:  Chinese brands such as Aion are also entering the market, adding to the diversity of available EVs.

We will keep you updated as these new models become available – to register interest please email sales@ovl.co.uk