Many manufacturers are now making electric variants of their most popular cars, rather than creating new nameplates.

The Mini, now in its 60th year, goes into production for an all-electric version later in 2019.

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Jaguar has confirmed that the next version of its popular XJ saloon will be all electric too, creating quite the stir among long-time fans of the model. 

Even Ford has announced that it's large Transit van will receive an electric version in 2021.