Over the last decade, electric cars have gone from something that's mostly seen in sci-fi movies to a reality that's quickly taking over roads. The EV industry's recent successes over the past few years can be attributed to many factors, but Elon Musk and his company Tesla are among the chief drivers of changes. Most of the advancements in EV technology have been pioneered by Tesla, which is why it's currently the biggest EV producer in the world.

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Yet, after years of watching Tesla dominate the EV market, most manufacturers have now started building electric cars, with some even planning to switch to EV production entirely in the next few decades. It seems as if manufacturers have realized that the automotive industry's future is electric and are now dedicating significant resources to ensure a secure place at the table. And some of these companies are creating awesome EVs that can put Tesla out of business. The following are ten of the best non-Tesla EVs available today.

10 Porsche Taycan

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While Porsche has a reputation for making some of the biggest automotive icons in history, it also didn't disappoint in its first attempt at an electric car. Dubbed the Taycan, Porsche's new electric vehicle is a four-door grand tourer viewed by many as the first serious competition against Tesla's lineup.

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The Taycan comes standard with all-wheel-drive, a 10.9-inch infotainment screen that controls everything, an adaptive air suspension, partial leather seats, and advanced safety systems such as lane keeping assist and traffic sign recognition. There's also plenty of power, particularly in the Turbo S version, with a 93.4 kWh battery pack producing 751 horsepower.

9 Kia Niro EV

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The latest Niro EV takes Kia's hatchback and replaces its lackluster hybrid powertrain with powerful electric motors, which totally transforms the car for the better. The Stylish Niro EV has a range of 239 miles, putting it on the list of electric vehicles with the longest range. The car charges from zero to 80 percent in under an hour thanks to its standard SAE combo charger that comes included.

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The Niro EV is an excellent choice thanks to its ample passenger and cargo space, terrific warranty, and solid safety and reliability ratings. It also comes with an easy-to-use 8.0-inch touchscreen, voice recognition, and smartphone connectivity, making it ideal for young families.

8 Hyundai Kona Electric

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Seeing the massive success of the newly-introduced gas-powered Kona in 2018, Hyundai decided to introduce an all-electric version of the Kona for the 2019 model year. It ended up being a great decision. Like its gas-powered brother, the Hyundai Kona Electric features sporty handling, comfortable seats, a nice cabin, and excellent crash test ratings.

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Buyers can choose between a 134-hp motor with a 180-mile range or a 201-hp motor with an impressive 278-mile range. Regardless of the battery option, the Hyundai Kona Electric comes standard with a user-friendly 7.0-inch touchscreen, above-average reliability ratings, adequate cargo space, and advanced driver assistance systems.

7 Nissan Leaf

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The iconic Nissan Leaf will forever be known as the first mass-market electric vehicle ever. Launched in 2011, the Nissan Leaf has sold more units than any other EV in history over several generations. Nissan always aims to bring forth new technologies and features with each generation of the Leaf, which is why the tiny car has remained fun and efficient to drive.

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The latest Leaf combines carryover mechanics from its predecessors with better battery technology and an updated look. At the heart of it is a 160 kWh electric motor and a 62 kWh lithium-ion battery with a combined range of up to 226 miles.

6 Audi e-Tron

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Developed with Porsche's help, the E-Tron is Audi's first attempt at making an electric car, and it's quite a successful one. The E-Tron ticks all the boxes of what one would expect in a five-passenger luxury SUV; it's spacious, packed with technology, extremely comfortable, and rides smoothly on all roads.

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Powering the E-Tron is a 95 kWh battery with a range of 249 miles paired with an 800-volt charging system that gets it from zero to 80 percent in 20 minutes. The e-Tron produces a total power output of 402 horsepower and 487 pound-feet of torque.

5 Polestar 2

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When Volvo founded Polestar, it wanted it to be an environmentally-minded subsidiary that would make cars in line with its future vision. The Polestar 2 is all that and more.

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Although the Polestar 2 shares its fundamental architecture with the Volvo XC40, its stark exterior design, Android-developed infotainment system, warm interior ambiance, and 402-hp all-electric powertrain make it unrecognizable from any other Volvo-based car. It comes with a 78 kWh battery pack with around 300 miles of range and charging speeds of up to 150 kW.

4 Jaguar I-Pace

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At its launch in 2018, the Jaguar I-Pace was the first luxury electric car produced by a legacy manufacturer that directly challenged Tesla in the high-end EV market. The I-Pace features a striking design that's more of an SUV than a saloon, standout handling dynamics, and first-rate interior quality.

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The I-Pace draws its power from a 90 kWh battery pack and will go up to 292 miles on a single charge. The car also comes with a dual-screen infotainment system, smartphone connectivity, a premium Meridian audio system, a Wi-Fi Hotspot, a panoramic sunroof, and synthetic leather seats.

3 Chevrolet Bolt EV

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The Chevrolet Bolt EV is a surprise in many ways. Before the Kia Niro EV and Kona Electric came along, the Bolt EV was the only non-Tesla offering a range in the neighborhood of 250 miles. The latest Bolt EV is still as fairly-priced as its predecessor and offers a slightly improved range of 259 miles. Buyers have to pay extra for DC fast charging, however.

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In addition, the bolt EV features a roomy cabin, abundant cargo space, engaging handling, and quick acceleration. An array of niceties are included in the standard Bolt EV including a 10.2-inch touchscreen, a Wi-Fi hotspot, GM's Teen Driver safety system, smartphone app integration, and several driver-assist systems.

2 Mini Cooper SE Electric Hardtop

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The 2020 Mini Cooper SE Electric Hardtop, or Mini E, is the latest entrant to the growing EV market. Although a 168-mile range puts the Mini E at the bottom of the current crop of electric vehicles, it makes up for it by being the cheapest EV available with a similar price to its gas-powered brother if the buyer takes advantage of the tax credit.

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The Mini E is incredibly fun to drive and boasts a luxurious cabin, plenty of cargo space, and the latest infotainment technology. This car's standard features include synthetic leather upholstery, a 6.5-inch touchscreen, smartphone connection, satellite navigation, heated front seats, and driver assistance systems.

1 Hyundai Ioniq Electric

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The Hyundai Ioniq comes in three versions: hybrid, plug-in hybrid, and a fully-electric variant called the Ioniq Electric. The Ioniq Electric is a five-door hatchback with an 88 kWh battery pack that delivers an EPA-rated range of up to 193 miles.

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Although the battery is smaller than most other EVs, the Ioniq Electric has an aerodynamic design to reduce drag and uses aluminum for non-structural components to reduce weight. It also comes standard with an 8.0-inch touchscreen, heated front seats, smartphone connectivity, lane keeping assist, driver drowsiness monitoring, and automatic high-beam headlights.

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