“Are EVs kind of over now?”
I got this question from a genuinely curious, well-meaning acquaintance. The government push for them was dead, this person heard, so is that the end?
No. Not by a long shot. In fact, this year automakers will launch a staggering 32 new electric vehicle models in the United States by my count. And that’s not even including the dozen or so existing models that are getting big upgrades or price cuts. No, this isn’t the end of the EV market, but the beginning of a mature one, one with choice in far more segments, serving a variety of different price points.
In sum, it’ll be the best year for EV fans yet. Here’s every model that’s coming to the U.S. this year, and why it’s important.
Acura RSX
2027 Acura RSX Prototype
Photo by: Acura
2026 will be make-or-break for Honda and Acura’s EV ambitions. Honda has never built a long-range EV for the U.S. market, and its global EVs have so far been middling. The company argues its slow approach was building up to the 0 Series, its first software-defined EV platform.
It’ll underpin three separate models launching in 2026, but the Acura RSX is the tip of the spear. It’ll launch in the first half of this year as a dual-motor compact crossover coupe. Acura hasn’t shared many details yet, but we know all 0 Series cars will get Honda’s Asimo OS, with its own AI assistant and support for over-the-air updates. It should offer over 300 miles of range too.
But the big question remains: Years behind its rivals in terms of practical EV experience, can Honda leap ahead in one move? We’ll see.
BMW iX3
2026 BMW iX3
Photo by: BMW
The BMW iX3 is the first model on BMW’s Neue Klasse architecture, which the company claims is its first true software-defined vehicle. That means it’s built from the ground up to support a new tech experience, with a massive panoramic display and a new AI assistant. The electrical platform is new, too, offering over 400 miles of range and blazing-fast 400-kilowatt fast charging. Our own Tim Levin already drove the iX3, and it sounds pretty sweet.
An electric equivalent to the BMW 3 Series sedan and X5 SUV may debut next year, too, but I don’t expect either to be on sale before 2027.
Chevrolet Bolt
2027 Chevrolet Bolt
Photo by: Patrick George
The Bolt is an EV legend. Charming and cheap, the little Chevy was the first affordable EV to offer 250 miles of range. But it suffered from limited fast-charging capability and lacked a heat pump, making cold-weather road trips a nightmare.
The 2027 Bolt fixes its biggest issues, offering upgraded software, a heat pump, 150-kilowatt fast charging and General Motors’ first U.S.-market lithium iron phosphate (LFP) battery. LFP batteries are more durable and cheaper, which is a great fit for a practical car like the Bolt. Plus, the whole package still starts at under $30,000. I can’t wait to drive this one.
Ferrari Elettrica
Photo by: Ralph Hermens
The first electric Ferrari arrives this year. Ferrari still hasn’t confirmed that the Elettrica name will be used on the final production model, but the real thing will be revealed in the first half of this year. I already flew to Italy for a backgrounder on it, though, where Ferrari revealed that it’ll have a quad-motor powertrain, four seats, over 1,000 horsepower and around 300 miles of range.
We still don’t know what it will cost, how it’ll drive or what it’ll look like. But based on spy shots, we have a pretty good idea.
Genesis GV60 Magma
Genesis GV60 Magma (2026)
Photo by: Genesis
Genesis has been publicly hinting at upcoming high-performance models for a while now. The Hyundai-owned luxury brand is already chasing the core of the German luxury market with its EVs and gas cars, but now it wants to take on the likes of BMW M and Mercedes-AMG. Genesis’ hot models will live under the “Magma” label, and the GV60 will be the first EV to get the treatment.
The GV60 Magma will offer 609 horsepower, with an overboost function offering 650 hp for a few seconds, or during launch control. Genesis says it’s good for a 3.4-second zero-to-60 sprint, and will top out at 165 mph.
Genesis GV90 EV
Genesis Neolun Concept
Photo by: Genesis
Reporting from outlets like The Korea Times suggests that Genesis will also launch its three-row electric SUV, the GV90, next year. The model should serve as a long-overdue flagship SUV for a brand that has been sedan-heavy since its inception. We don’t really know anything beyond that, though. Genesis has teased the GV90 with the concept car shown above, but we’ll have to wait for more details.
Honda 0 Series SUV
Honda 0 SUV
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The Acura RSX will be the first EV on Honda’s new 0 Series platform, but the 0 Series SUV is the most important one. It’s sure to be more popular than a sedan in today’s market, and its Honda branding should make it considerably cheaper than the RSX.
We know it, too, will offer around 300 miles of range. I’m hoping that Honda can stick the landing on pricing, and avoid the teething issues that have plagued rivals’ first major EV platform launches. If so, the 0 Series is certainly good-looking enough to succeed.
Honda 0 Series Saloon
Honda 0 Saloon
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Honda will also make a “Saloon” version of the 0 Series, though it’s really more of a skewed wagon. The form factor should improve efficiency while still offering the space SUV-oriented buyers may expect, but it’s unclear if Americans will bite. We’ll learn more later this year, as the Saloon is set to begin rolling off the production line in Ohio sometime in 2026 as a 2027 model. Honda typically makes fun-to-drive cars, so I’m hopeful about this one.
Hyundai Ioniq 6 N
Hyundai Ioniq 6 N
Photo by: Hyundai
I loved the Hyundai Ioniq 5 N when I drove it back in 2024. Fake engine notes and faux gear shifting may sound silly, but silly can be pretty fun. Plus, with 641 hp in overboost mode and excellent chassis tuning, the 5 N was a riot to drive on a race track.
Expect the Ioniq 6 N to be even better. With a lower ride height and less weight to sling around, it should be even sharper than its SUV sibling. And given how easy the rear-wheel-drive Ioniq 6 already is to drift, I expect the Ioniq 6 to be a true thrill in rear-wheel-drive Drift Mode.
Jaguar Type 00
Jaguar Type 00 Prototype
Photo by: Jaguar
Jaguar is in the midst of an aggressive rebranding. The company ultimately failed to compete in the mainstream luxury segment, far underperforming rivals from Germany, Japan and America in sales. So now, it’s pivoting to the ultra-luxury market, with a high-dollar ground tourer previewed by the Type 00 concept.
It’s a new era for Jaguar, one that got off to a predictably controversial start. But with 986 horsepower and a long, bold design, it’s certainly the most interesting Jaguar in a long time. I’m excited to drive this one, and see if it really is a rebirth for the brand.
Jeep Grand Wagoneer EREV
2026 Jeep Grand Wagoneer
Photo by: Jeep
The Grand Wagoneer will be the first Jeep offered as an extended-range electric vehicle (EREV), and the first modern EREV SUV in the U.S. That means it’ll run mostly on battery power, with an engine as a backup generator for longer drives. Like the upcoming Ram 1500 REV, I expect the Wagoneer EREV to use the “Pentastar” V-6 engine and a 92 kwh battery pack to achieve over 600 miles of driving range with a full tank and a full charge.
I’m excited to get in some large EREVs this year, as I think these big, body-on-frame trucks are going to be the last products to run on gas. EV trucks still just can’t replace gassers in many conditions, and EREVs are our next hope for reducing emissions in that segment. I’m just curious how much this one will cost.
Jeep Recon
Jeep Recon
Photo by: Jeep
The Grand Wagoneer EREV may be a bigger technological leap, but the Jeep Recon is the company’s most important product of the year. Pitched as an electric alternative to the Wrangler, the Recon will offer 33-inch tires, 9.1 inches of ground clearance and a locking differential on the Moab model. But that model will also only have around 230 miles of EPA range despite its 100.5 kWh battery. That shows just how hard it is to make a brick-shaped off-roader electric.
But Wranglers are also expensive and compromised in service of their goal. With its removable doors and top panels, and its silent powertrain, the Recon should be an absolute joy in the backcountry. I’m cautiously optimistic about its chance of success as a product, but unabashedly stoked to drive this one. Stellantis really needs a win here, and Jeep is usually the brand that saves its parent company from the brink.
Kia EV3
Kia EV3 GT
Photo by: Kia
This one is already on sale in global markets, but that doesn’t make me any less excited. The EV3 is Kia’s affordable electric option. But unlike the Niro EV, the EV3 gets available all-wheel-drive, Kia’s newest software stack and quicker charging. It’s a next-generation affordable EV and—in case you can’t tell by my love for the Nissan Leaf—that’s my speed.
But will this be the hit Kia wanted it to be? We don’t know yet. The key part of an affordable EV is its price, and the EV3 was announced before President Donald Trump slapped import tariffs on South Korea, where the EV3 is built. We’ll have to see if Kia jacks up the price, eats the tariff or produces it somewhere else.
Land Rover Range Rover EV
Range Rover EV
Photo by: Land Rover
Ultra-luxury products make the best EVs, because EVs are just so much nicer to ride in. They also make the best off-roaders, since they are silent and can power anything you bring with you. An electric Range Rover, then, sounds nearly perfect. In fact, we know it is: A Rivian R1S is basically that, and it’s my favorite car on sale.
But Land Rover has been doing the ultra-luxury off-roader for a lot longer than Rivian, and I’m excited to see what the company comes up with. Details are scarce, but we know it’ll offer nearly 300 miles of EPA range, an 800-volt architecture for quick charging and up to 10.4 inches of ground clearance. You must make do with “only” 550 horsepower—table stakes in today’s EV world. Yet there’s a big payoff: Instead of a quad motor design, the Range Rover will use two motors, with the ability to send 100% of their torque to either wheel on their axle.
Here’s why that’s better than a quad-motor setup. And here’s why Brett Berk called the Range Rover EV prototype the best Range Rover ever.
Lexus ES
Lexus ES
Photo by: Lexus
Toyota and Lexus have been EV laggards, but that changes in 2026. The world’s largest automaker is pushing far more EVs to market this year, including a long-range electric sedan with the ES name. That’s important on its own: While the company’s previous EV got a new name, the ES is a drop-in replacement for an existing gas/hybrid lexus.
The ES will offer a 220-hp front-wheel-drive ES350e and a 338-hp dual-motor ES500e, similar outputs to the new Toyota bZ. The FWD model will be good for up to 300 miles of range, while AWD versions get around 250 miles. That’s fine enough, but I hope Lexus has a serious software upgrade coming, too. That was my biggest problem with the brand’s first EV.
Lucid Earth
Lucid Midsize Preview
Photo by: Lucid Motors
The Air proved that Lucid could make the longest-range and most-efficient EV on sale. The Gravity proved the company can make an industry-leading SUV. Now, Lucid has to prove it can make a great car you can actually afford. That job is up to the company’s forthcoming mid-size electric SUV, which former CEO Peter Rawlinson said would start at around $48,000.
We don’t know much else, but many suspect the third Lucid will be dubbed the “Earth.” Either way, I expect to see the Earth revealed this year. It’s supposed to launch in 2026, but given how slow the Gravity rollout has been, I would not be surprised if we see a short delay.
Mercedes-AMG EV
Mercedes-AMG GT XX concept.
Photo by: Mercedes-AMG
There have been Mercedes-AMG versions of the EQE and EQS, but this will be the first AMG EV to ride on its own AMG.EA platform. The halo sports car is expected to launch sometime this year, and was heavily previewed by the Concept GT XX EV. Mercedes says the concept offers 1,341 horsepower and a top speed of 223 mph.
It’ll get back on track quickly, too, with a truly absurd charging rate. Mercedes says the GT XX EV can average 850 kilowatt charging speeds over a “wide range of the charging curve.” That means about 250 miles of WLTP range in 5 minutes. That’s why I’m excited about this one: After years of playing catch-up, German automakers are finally pushing the boundaries of EV tech.
Mercedes-Benz CLA
2026 Mercedes-Benz CLA 250+
Photo by: Patrick George
This is Mercedes’ EV do-over year, and it starts with the CLA. The first generation of Mercedes high-volume EVs had weird styling, mostly conventional platforms and middling EV tech. But the company is quickly phasing those EQ-branded cars out in favor of true software-defined vehicles, starting with the all-new CLA. It’s the debut platform for MB.OS, the company’s new software experience.
Offered in hybrid and EV forms, the CLA is a breakthrough moment for the automaker, our own Patrick George confirmed. With around 400 miles of range, blazing fast charging speeds, a new AI assistant and an urban driving assistant that rivals Tesla Full Self-Driving, the CLA is the biggest leap for Mercedes in a long time. The pricing ain’t bad, either, at $48,000 to start.
Mercedes-Benz GLC
2027 Mercedes GLC EV
Photo by: Mack Hogan/InsideEVs
The CLA may be the first Mercedes to get an 800-volt platform and MB.OS but it probably won’t be the most popular. American luxury consumers love midsize crossovers, and the GLC EV arrives in late 2027 to duke it out with the BMW iX3.
Like the Beemer, the new Benz offers blazing fast charging and should land with over 350 miles of EPA range. It also gets a totally redesigned cabin, a software stack that’s built for over-the-air updates and the latest point-to-point driving assistance from Nvidia. I’ve already driven a prototype, and I’m excited for this one.
Mercedes-Benz Van
Mercedes-Benz Vision V Concept
Photo by: Mercedes-Benz
In case an all-new AMG platform and two all-new software-defined EVs wasn’t enough, Mercedes is also basically inventing a new segment for the U.S. in 2026. VIP luxury minivans are popular in Asian and some European markets, but factory-built options have never been popular in the U.S., where “conversion vans” built by limo companies are the main equivalent.
Mercedes wants to change that, with an all-new electric luxury limousine van set to arrive in 2026, previewed by the Vision V Concept. We don’t know the specs yet, but it’ll ride on the 800-volt VAN.EA platform Mercedes is launching this year. Expect big recliners, big screens, big power and a big price.
Mitsubishi Lancer EV
Mitsubishi EV preview
Photo by: Mitsubishi
I love the new Nissan Leaf. It’s everything I want an affordable EV to be. So I’m excited to try the Mitsubishi version, which should arrive in 2026 under the “Lancer” name. Mitsubishi tends to sell vehicles based on value, so I’d expect it to match or—hopefully—best the price of the Nissan Leaf, which starts at around $30,000. Otherwise, expect the same front-wheel-drive powertrain with the same 75 kWh for top trims, offering up to 303 miles of range.
Nissan has promised a cheaper Leaf with a 52 kwh battery pack arriving sometime soon. If the Lancer offers the same pack, it should be even cheaper.
Polestar 5
Polestar 5
Photo by: Polestar
Polestar has gotten off to a rocky start, with the Polestar 2 dying due to tariffs, and the Polestar 3 suffering from a buggy launch. But now the Polestar 4 crossover coupe is here, and the Polestar 5—the company’s Porsche Taycan rival—arrives soon.
The four-door car will offer 884 hp and up to 330 miles of EPA range, with an 800-volt architecture and 350-kW fast charging. Editor-in-chief Patrick George was extremely impressed after driving the GT car around a track, and you can read his prototype drive here.
But will it make it to the U.S.? Polestar still hasn’t said for sure. It’s likely to be built in China, and the 100-plus-percent tariffs on Chinese imports make that a tough case. We’ll have to wait to hear more.
Porsche Cayenne
Porsche Cayenne Turbo Electric
Photo by: Porsche
Porsche’s EVs have always been charging champions, thanks to their 800-volt architectures and powerful cooling systems. But the Cayenne Electric takes things up a notch in two ways. First, it’s the first Porsche to support 400-kW fast-charging. Second, it’s the first production car to offer wireless charging support, with an available weatherproof charging pad launching later this year.
Of course, it also gets the sort of specs you’d expect from a $100,000 electric Porsche. The Turbo model will offer up to 1,139 hp, and it’ll be a range monster. I’ve personally driven a base-model prototype over 350 miles at 70 mph without stopping. But it’s not actually replacing its gas forebear.
Porsche says an all-new gas and hybrid Cayenne generation will launch in a few years, and the electric and combustion versions will “leapfrog” each other until the gas version dies. Porsche won’t say how far off that date is, but I suspect it’ll depend on the success of this model.
Ram 1500 REV
2026 Ram 1500 REV
Photo by: Ram
Ram initially planned to offer an all-electric full-size truck and an EREV version. But last year, the company killed the EV plan and doubled down on extra gasoline power. The Ram REV uses a pair of electric motors and 92 kwh of batteries as its primary motivation, offering 145 miles of range for your daily needs.
But for longer days, it has a Pentastar 3.6-liter gasoline V6 acting as a generator under the hood, keeping the batteries topped off on longer drives. That means you won’t need to worry about towing endurance or charging deserts. It could be a real hit, but Ram has its work cut out. Not only does it have to perfect a technology that’s never really been used here, but it also has to explain the EREV concept to an uneducated population. I’m curious to see how this one goes.
Rivian R2
Rivian R2.
For my money, this is the most important vehicle on this list. Rivian is one of the few startup automakers with real brand recognition and the technical chops to take on both Tesla and the entrenched automakers. I love driving Rivians but—like most people—I can’t afford an R1.
The R2 is supposed to bring the R1’s adventurous charm, sleek design and polished technology to the mainstream segment, with a starting price around $45,000 for the rear-wheel-drive version. That model will also offer over 300 miles of range. Expect all-wheel-drive models to be a bit more expensive, but that’s still put it roughly in line with the Tesla Model Y, which was the best-selling vehicle in the world in 2023. Having a high-volume hit like that would catapult Rivian from being a scrappy upstart to a real contender in the EV space.
So far, things look good. I love the design, and I like that Rivian is adding lidar to later R2s, building a roadmap toward full autonomy. The company has a lot of hard work in front of it—scaling its service network and solving quality issues, namely—but I think the R2 is compelling enough to triumph in the end. I can’t wait to drive it.
Slate Truck
Slate
Photo by: Slate
The Slate truck is a bold move. The company is betting that there is still a market for a true bare-bones vehicle, with no standard radio, power windows, back seats or phone mirroring. It’s a blank Slate, and what gets added is up to you. That was extraordinarily compelling back when we thought the Slate would cost $20,000, but in a post-tax credit world, a $25,000 to $30,000 Slate will find itself up against vehicles like the Ford Maverick.
That may be a tough sell, considering the Slate comes with just 150 miles of range, no back seats and no real amenities. But the real value will be for consumers who want to customize their trucks, with Slate offering a variety of upgrades, from SUV shells to custom wraps. I’m excited to see Slate enthusiasts out in the real world. I just hope there are enough of them to make the company a success.
Sony-Honda Mobility Afeela 1
Sony-Honda Afeela 1
Photo by: Sony Honda Mobility
Sony-Honda Mobility has been teasing the Afeela—or a concept of it—for years. But in 2026, it finally arrives. A bizarre result of a bizarre tie-up, the Afeela won’t be sold by Honda dealers. Instead, it’ll launch under its own brand, with its own standalone factory stores in California.
The Afeela will offer 483 horsepower, over 300 miles of range and 150 kW fast-charging. None of those specs would have blown me away in 2018. They’re toward the back of the pack now, considering the Afeela will start at $103,000 when it launches this year. SHM is wagering that a world-class entertainment experience inside the car will give it an edge, but I remain deeply skeptical.
I’m not alone there, as critics have panned the Afeela’s specs. Yet Sony Honda Mobility seems unfettered; the brand continues to open showrooms in California and just announced its first SUV. I’m excited to see how this story plays out.
Subaru Trailseeker
2026 Subaru Trailseeker
Photo by: Patrick George
Toyota and Subaru’s EV collaboration plan got off to a rocky start, with the original bZ4X and Solterra garnering plenty of criticism for being behind the times. The two companies went back to work, improving both of their core models for 2026 while launching a duo of companion models. The Trailseeker is the larger of the two, a sibling of Toyota’s upcoming bZ Woodland and a rough equivalent to the gasoline Subaru Outback.
The Trailseeker gets standard all-wheel-drive, 375 hp, 8.3 inches of ground clearance and over 260 miles of range, all for a starting price of around $40,000.
Subaru Uncharted
2026 Subaru Uncharted
Photo by: Subaru
If the Trailseeker is the electric equivalent of a Subaru Outback, the Uncharted is the electric Crosstrek. With tidier dimensions and up to 338 horsepower in all-wheel-drive form, the Uncharted should be the most fun Subaru SUV in the range. And the 221-hp front-wheel-drive version will be a cheap range king, with over 300 miles of range for around $35,000.
Toyota bZ Woodland
2026 Toyota bZ Woodland
Photo by: Toyota
The bZ Woodland is the Toyota version of the Subaru Trailseeker, with the same 74.7-kWh battery, the same 375-hp dual-motor powertrain and the same 260-plus-mile maximum range claim. Toyota hasn’t announced pricing information for its version, though, so it’s not clear how it’ll compare to the Subaru.
Either way, it should be a much-needed competitor to the Chevy Blazer EV, which was, until now, the only real option in the mid-size non-luxury EV segment.
Toyota C-HR
2026 Toyota C-HR
Photo by: Suvrat Kothari
The Toyota C-HR will be the cheapest, lightest and smallest electric Toyota crossover when it arrives this year. It’ll offer up to 290 miles of range in front-wheel-drive form, with the same 338-horsepower dual-motor powertrain as its larger siblings powering the AWD model.
I just hope it doesn’t use the same software. While Toyota has improved its EV graphics and info—you literally used to not be able to see the battery percentage while charging—the new bZ still can’t find plan charging stops automatically on road trips. If Toyota adds that to the new C-HR, I might be interested in one.
Volvo EX60
Volvo EX60
Photo by: Volvo
Volvo’s all-electric dreams did not get off to a smooth start, with the middling C40 giving way to the buggy and delayed EX30 and EX90. But this is the year when many automakers are launching their generation-three EVs, and Volvo is no different. The EX60 will launch on a new 800-volt platform, with a significantly reworked software suite compared to the EX30 and EX90.
Full specs won’t be revealed until January 21, but for now we know that the EX60 will offer up to 400 miles of range and charge at around 400 kilowatts. More details are coming soon, so stay tuned. It’s going to be a good year.
Contact the author: Mack.Hogan@InsideEVs.com
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