Skip the Porsche Macan EV—This plush German rival is cheaper and has more range

Luxury EVs are getting absurdly expensive. It’s becoming increasingly common to see compact electric crossovers push past the $80,000 mark once options are added, all while offering compromises in range, practicality, or driving feel. Badge appeal still carries a lot of weight in this segment, but buyers are beginning to ask a pretty reasonable question: how much are you actually getting for the money?