Canada’s Cheapest Electric Vehicles in 2025
The electric vehicle market in Canada offers a wide range of options, from the compact Fiat 500e to the luxurious Rolls Royce Spectre. Driving.ca examines the most affordable small, medium, and entry-luxury electric vehicles available in Canada for 2025.
Canada’s Cheapest Small EVs in 2025
Fiat 500e: $39,995
- Canadian MSRP: $39,995
- Power: 117 hp, 162 lb-ft of torque
- Battery size: 42-kWh
- Range: 227 km
- DC fast-charger time: 20% to 80% in 40 minutes
- Annual charging cost: $684
Nissan Leaf: $44,596
The Nissan Leaf was Canada’s first mass-produced electric car in the modern era. The current model offers two variants: the SV with a 40-kWh battery and 240 km range, and the SV Plus with a 60-kWh battery and 341 km range. The Leaf SV Plus features Nissan’s ProPilot Assist for enhanced highway driving.
- Canadian MSRP: $44,596
- Power: 147 hp, 236 lb-ft of torque (SV), 214 hp, 250 lb-ft of torque (SV Plus)
- Battery size: 40 kWh (SV), 60 kWh (SV Plus)
- Range: 240 km (SV), 341 km (SV Plus)
Kia Niro EV: $45,595
The Kia Niro EV is a well-rounded option with a range of 407 km on a 64.8-kWh battery. It features a pair of 10.25-inch screens for instrumentation and infotainment. The top Wave model includes a head-up display and advanced forward collision mitigation.
- Canadian MSRP: $45,595
- Power: 201 hp, 188 lb-ft of torque
- Battery size: 64.8-kWh
- Range: 407 km
Hyundai Kona Electric: $46,499
The Hyundai Kona Electric offers a driving range of 420 km on its 64.8-kWh battery. The N Line model adds aggressive styling and larger 19-inch wheels. Features include wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, as well as an optional Vehicle-to-Load function.
- Canadian MSRP: $46,499
- Power: 201 hp, 188 lb-ft of torque
- Battery size: 64.8 kWh
- Range: 420 km
Canada’s Cheapest Electric Midsize Crossovers in 2025
Nissan Ariya: $49,998
The Nissan Ariya offers various configurations, including front-drive and all-wheel-drive models with different battery sizes. The range varies from 330 km to 465 km. Features include a 12.3-inch infotainment screen with wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto.
- Canadian MSRP: $49,998
- Power: 214 hp, 221 lb-ft of torque (Engage), 238 hp (Evolve+)
- Battery size: 66 kWh (Engage), 91 kWh (Evolve+)
Ford Mustang Mach-E: $52,995
The Ford Mustang Mach-E is a sporty electric SUV with a range of up to 515 km. Models range from the rear-wheel-drive Select to the high-performance GT and Rally editions. Features include a 15.5-inch infotainment system and optional BlueCruise driver assistance.
- Canadian MSRP: $52,995 $54,990 (eDrive35), $54,990 (xDrive40)
Entry-Luxury Electric Vehicles (continued)
Audi Q4 e-tron: $59,950
The Audi Q4 e-tron features a range of 463 km. Options include the Q4 e-tron 55 quattro with all-wheel-drive. Features include a 10.3-inch customizable gauge cluster and an 11.6-inch infotainment touchscreen.
- Canadian MSRP: $59,950
- Power: 282 hp, 402 lb-ft-ft (Q4 e-tron 45), 335 hp (Q4 e-tron 55)
- Battery size: 82-kWh
- Range: 463 km (Q4 e-tron 45)
Conclusion and Further Resources
For more information on electric vehicles and related resources, visit the following links:
- Electric Vehicle Association
- Car Buying Guides
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