Update (September 7, 2026): ‘Fiat Topolino, Jeep Recon, Range Rover Electric, Mitsubishi Eclipse Sportback, Volvo EX60’ updated.
The U.S. electric car market is facing a turbulent phase, with slower consumer adoption, reduced government incentives, ongoing trade tensions, and canceled launches.
Even so, many automakers are pressing ahead with new product launches, and our research shows that 31 electric cars could either debut locally or reach U.S. dealers in 2026.
1. New Audi Q4 e-tron series (facelift)
The Audi Q4 e-tron and Q4 Sportback e-tron have received their mid-life facelifts with a subtly refreshed design, new features, and improved range and charging speed. A body-colored Singleframe, new headlight graphics, second-generation digital OLED taillights, and a reshaped rear spoiler are among the main exterior changes.
Inside, Audi has redesigned the dashboard to accommodate larger cockpit displays measuring 11.9 inches for the instrument cluster and 12.8 inches for the infotainment system, as well as a new optional 12-inch passenger touchscreen. Also new is a bridge-type center console, featuring a dual 15-watt wireless smartphone charger.
The 77 kWh battery pack can now be charged at up to 185 kW, 10 kW higher than before, which reduces the 10–80% DC charging time by one minute to 27 minutes.
2. BMW iX3
The all-new BMW iX3 debuts a brand-new design language and next-gen technologies, including an 800-volt architecture and BMW Panoramic Vision, a new type of full-width windshield projector that eliminates the need for a traditional instrument cluster.
The all-electric midsize luxury SUV takes as little as 4.7 seconds for a 0-60 mph sprint, charges from 10% to 80% SoC in 21 minutes, and delivers an EPA-estimated range of up to 434 miles.
BMW will offer the 2027 iX3 in the U.S. in a 50 xDrive variant and Sport, M Sport, and M Sport Professional trims, priced at USD 61,500, USD 64,000, and USD 65,500, all excluding a USD 1,350 destination and handling charge.
3. 2027 BMW i7 (facelift)
The 2027 BMW i7 features a more angular and aggressive front and a bolder rear. Inside, there’s a new dashboard with the BMW Panoramic Vision full-width head-up display and a first-ever combination of the 17.9-inch BMW Panoramic iDrive and a 14.6-inch BMW Passenger Screen.
A four-spoke steering wheel, redesigned center console and door panels, and an upgraded 31.3-inch BMW Theater Screen with a new integrated camera and Zoom video call support are among the key interior changes.
A new battery pack, featuring Gen6 cylindrical cells, offers 112.5 kWh of energy storage capacity, up 10.8 kWh from the old unit with Gen5 prismatic cells. Chargeable at up to 250 kW, 55 kW higher than before, it reduces the 10–80% DC charging time by six minutes to 28 minutes.
A NACS charging port opens access to Tesla’s widespread Supercharger network. Compared to the outgoing model‘s EPA-estimated 285 miles, the range is expected to exceed 350 miles.
4. BMW iX5 Electric
The 2027 BMW iX5, part of the fifth-generation X5 family, is the direct replacement for the iX bespoke EV. Based on the mixed-energy CLAR platform, the new EV features the sixth-generation BMW eDrive technology, bringing major gains in charging speed and range.
BMW will launch the 2027 iX5 in the U.S. exclusively in the 60 xDrive dual-motor AWD variant, which packs 570 hp and 593 lb-ft of torque. A module-less battery pack with 144 kWh of net energy storage capacity powers the two motors.
BMW estimates this setup will allow the 2027 iX5 to accelerate from 0 to 60 mph in 4.4 seconds, reach an electronically limited top speed of 130 mph, and achieve a range of 435 miles.
5. Fiat Topolino
The pint-sized Fiat Topolino comes in two versions, the standard Topolino and the open-top Topolino Dolcevita, each running on a 5.4 kWh battery that takes about five hours to fully charge.
Fiat quotes a range of up to 46 miles and a top speed of 19 mph, though owners will be able to unlock street-legal speeds up to 25 mph via an LSV conversion kit expected to become available in fall 2026, making it the perfect shuttle for golf courses, gated communities, resorts, and theme parks.
6. Genesis GV60 Magma
With its wide-body stance, 21-inch forged wheels wrapped in Pirelli summer tires, a wide rear spoiler, and a number of additional sporty details, the limited-edition Genesis GV60 Magma targets performance enthusiasts.
The GV60 Magma’s main talking point is a twin-motor AWD setup that gives it 641 hp and 583 lb-ft of torque, allowing it to hit 0 to 60 mph in 3.4 seconds and reach a top speed of 164 mph. A Virtual Gear Shift feature mimics an 8-speed dual-clutch transmission to increase driving engagement. The EPA-estimated range of the GV60 Magma is 222 miles.
7. Hyundai Ioniq 6 N
The Hyundai Ioniq 6 N builds on the facelifted version of the electric midsize sedan, bringing a reengineered chassis, a high-performance dual-motor AWD setup, a virtual gear shift system with shorter gear ratios, and a host of other upgrades aimed at enhancing driving thrills.
With up to 641 hp and 568 lb-ft of torque, the Ioniq 6 N accelerates from 0 to 60 mph in about 3.2 seconds and achieves a top speed of approximately 160 mph. Hyundai has said that it plans to bring the Ioniq 6 N to the U.S. in limited numbers.
8. Jaguar Type 01
The Jaguar Type 01 will be a four-door electric grand tourer with a monolithic design. It will sport two motors at the rear that serve as the primary drive units and a supporting third motor at the front. This setup will give it more than 986 hp and over 959 lb-ft of torque.
The Type 01 features an ultra-minimalist interior with four individual seats. It will have an 850-volt electrical architecture, which should allow charging from 10% to 80% SoC in just about 20 minutes. With Jaguar targeting a WLTP range of 478 miles, an EPA-estimated figure of over 375 miles seems possible.
9. Jeep Recon
Aimed at outdoorsy customers, the Jeep Recon is the brand’s new midsize electric SUV designed with hints of the Wrangler. With available 33-inch tires, up to 9.1 inches of ground clearance, a 33.8° approach angle, a 23.3° breakover angle, and a 33.1° departure angle, the Recon is designed for proper off-roading.
The Recon has two motors, one with an 11:1 final drive ratio at the front and one with a 15:1 ratio at the rear, together delivering 670 hp and 620 lb-ft of torque. It can accelerate from 0 to 60 mph in 3.6 seconds (Sport mode)/3.8 seconds (Auto mode) and achieve a top speed of 112 mph.
A 100 kWh battery pack powers the motors and delivers an EPA-estimated range of 222 miles, with the energy consumption rated at 48 kWh/100 mi.
For example, the new Jeep Recon BEV, coming soon this year.
Antonio Filosa, CEO, Stellantis, discussing future products at the Investor Day 2026 on May 21, 2026
10. Kia EV3
Built on the 400V E-GMP platform, the Kia EV3 will be offered in the U.S. in Light, Wind, Land, GT-Line, and GT trims, with either a 58.3 kWh or 81.4 kWh battery pack, up to an EPA-estimated 321 miles of range, available AWD, and a native NACS port with 10–80% DC fast charging in as little as 29 minutes.
11. Range Rover Electric
JLR has developed the Range Rover Electric to be true to its name, with an aim to offer the same road presence and off-road capability as the gas variant, but with zero tailpipe emissions and potentially a more refined ride quality.
The electric model has two motors producing 542 hp and 627 lb-ft of torque and a 118.5 kWh (net) battery pack with an operating voltage of 800 volts. This setup delivers an EPA-estimated range of up to 333 miles.
12. Range Rover Sport Electric
The Range Rover Sport Electric will also stick close to its gas-powered donor in terms of design and off-road capability. Barring a quieter and smoother drive experience, the design and interior should be nearly identical to the regular Range Rover Sport.
Expect a 118.5 kWh battery pack and a dual-motor system with around 550 hp output. The EPA-estimated range of the smaller EV could be around 275 miles, with more details to follow in the coming months.
13. Lexus TZ
The 2027 Lexus TZ is the brand’s first three-row all-electric SUV and is a corporate cousin of the Toyota Highlander EV. It uses standard DIRECT4 AWD and 76.96 kWh or 95.82 kWh lithium-ion battery packs.
Lexus estimates up to 300 miles of range on select grades. The TZ features available Dynamic Rear Steering, 20- or 22-inch wheels, a Cd of 0.27, NACS charging, and Lexus Safety System+ 4.0. The cabin offers three rows, available ottomans, a 21-speaker Mark Levinson system, AT&T 5G connectivity, and a panoramic roof.
14. Mercedes GLB Electric
The Mercedes GLB Electric is the successor to the Mercedes EQB and is significantly bigger and more spacious. The new Tesla Model Y rival is planned globally in five- and seven-seat configurations, both of which may arrive in the U.S.
The GLB Electric packs up to 349 hp and is officially expected to hit 0 to 60 mph in 5.4 seconds. We think it could deliver an EPA-estimated range of up to 310 miles.
15. Mercedes GLC Electric
The Mercedes GLC Electric is the successor to the EQC, based on the newly developed MB.EA-M platform. It features a completely new exterior and interior design, one with conventional proportions and small hints of futuristic styling. A 39.1-inch continuous dashboard display is the main highlight of the latest model.
The GLC EV supports charging at up to 330 kW and could deliver an EPA-estimated range of somewhere between 335 and 350 miles in the most efficient configuration.
16. 2027 Mercedes EQS (facelift)
The 2027 Mercedes EQS marks the second facelift for the three-pointed star’s full-size electric sedan. The headlamps, hood, faux front grille, bumpers, and taillights have received subtle revisions. A steering yoke, available with a new steer-by-wire system option, is the key design change on the inside.
Its electric architecture is completely new. A new 122 kWh battery, chargeable at up to 430 kW, and indigenously developed new motors with a two-speed transmission on the rear unit are among the main upgrades.
Mercedes is targeting a WLTP range of up to 926 kilometers (575 miles), based on which we expect the maximum EPA-estimated figure to be well over 450 miles, a major improvement over the outgoing model‘s 390-mile rating.
17. New Mercedes EQS SUV (facelift)
Spy shots reveal that the Mercedes EQS SUV is also expected to undergo a facelift this year. It should get the same technical upgrades as the EQS. The new version will feature styling changes including tweaked headlamps with two stars as part of the DRLs, as well as a different grille.
18. Mercedes VLE
The Mercedes VLE is a pure-electric luxury minivan replacing the EQV, and unlike the outgoing model, it will be offered in the U.S. Depending on the configuration chosen, it accommodates five to eight people, although the five-seat version won’t be available in the U.S.
Mercedes offers the VLE with features such as a retractable, 31.3-inch rear entertainment system with an 8K resolution, electrically adjustable rear seats with lumbar support, a massage function, and calf support, a three-zone automatic climate control system, and a one-piece fixed-glass roof.
The U.S.-spec VLE will feature a 115 kWh NMC battery pack that supports ultra-fast charging, air suspension, and rear-axle steering. It should deliver a range of around 350 miles on a single charge.
19. Mercedes-AMG GT Electric
Previewed by the Concept AMG GT XX, which we got to check out last year, the second-gen Mercedes-AMG GT 4-Door Coupe is the three-pointed star’s most advanced EV to date. Packing up to three axial flux motors producing up to 1,153 hp and 1,475 lb-ft of torque, the all-electric four-door coupe hits 0 to 60 mph in two seconds flat and achieves an electronically limited top speed of 186 mph.
A 106 kWh NCMA battery pack chargeable at up to 600 kW is standard, and Mercedes-AMG estimates it will deliver a maximum WLTP range of well over 435 miles, depending on the configuration. The company claims a 10–80% charging session takes as little as 11 minutes.
20. Mitsubishi Eclipse Sportback
The Mitsubishi Eclipse Sportback is an electric compact SUV-coupe derived from the third-generation Nissan Leaf. Its exterior is nearly identical to the Leaf’s but is differentiated by subtle changes.
At the front, the Eclipse Sportback has a distinctive faux grille featuring vertical slats and the brand logo in the center, a unique daytime running light pattern, and a sportier bumper. Interestingly, the rear looks more distinctive, thanks to the completely different, single-piece combination lamps.
The Eclipse Sportback is expected to inherit features like 14.3-inch dual displays, a color head-up display, Vehicle-to-Load (V2L) bi-directional charging, and Plug & Charge. A 75 kWh NMC battery pack will be standard, and it will be chargeable at Tesla Superchargers. It will deliver an EPA-estimated range of up to 282 miles.
21. Porsche Cayenne Electric
The Porsche Cayenne Electric is the fourth generation of the brand’s flagship SUV and features an evolutionary design. It charges from 10 to 80% SoC in as little as 16 minutes and covers a distance of up to around 325 miles on a single charge, as per the EPA.
With 1,139 hp available with overboost and launch control engaged (844 hp normally), the all-electric Cayenne does 0 to 60 mph in as little as 2.4 seconds, and achieves a top speed of up to 162 mph.
22. Porsche Cayenne Coupe Electric
The Cayenne Coupe Electric builds on the low-slung design with a fast-sloping roofline. With the roof height set 24 mm (0.9 in.) lower, the new version has a drag coefficient of 0.23, marking an improvement of 0.02 over the SUV.
The Cayenne Coupe Electric is available in standard, S, and Turbo variants, priced at USD 113,800, USD 131,200, and USD 168,000, respectively. It is just as quick as the Cayenne Electric, but it will likely deliver an EPA-estimated range of up to around 335 miles, roughly 2.5% higher.
23. Rivian R2
The Rivian R2 is an electric midsize SUV designed with the same authentic SUV character as the larger R1, but with more accessible pricing and urban-friendly dimensions. Rivian commenced first customer deliveries of the R2 on June 9, 2026.
Packing up to 656 horsepower and up to 609 lb-ft of torque, the Rivian R2 accelerates from 0 to 60 mph as quickly as 3.6 seconds. According to the EPA, it can travel up to 330 miles on a single charge.
The R2 offers a maximum payload capacity of 1,168 lbs. and a maximum towing capacity of 4,400 lbs.
24. Slate Truck
The Slate is a bare-bones, heavily customizable electric pickup truck. As standard, it doesn’t feature paint, power windows, or even a radio, but official customization options go as far as adding rear seats, with either a fully enclosed hard-top rear body or an open sport-bar configuration.
The Slate will be available in a single-cab version. It will employ a five-foot bed and a 201 hp motor in the rear. The base configuration, called the ‘Blank Slate,’ will offer a maximum payload capacity of around 1,550 lbs., a maximum towing capacity of around 2,000 lbs., and a range of up to 205 miles (projected).
25. Subaru Getaway
Subaru says every Getaway will come with standard Symmetrical AWD and dual electric motors making 420 hp, while a 95.8-kWh lithium-ion battery will deliver an available range of more than 300 miles. A standard NACS port, charging speeds of up to 150 kW, and 10–80% charging in about 30 minutes are also part of the package.
The new EV will seat up to seven and offer up to 45.6 cu. ft. of cargo space behind the second row, along with 8.3 inches of ground clearance and a towing capacity of up to 3,500 pounds.
While Cars.com reports that Subaru has delayed the launch to 2027 owing to “final adjustments,” we expect it to be displayed at different events this year.
26. Tesla Cybercab
The Tesla Cybercab is the company’s futuristic two-door coupe, designed for fully autonomous operation and wireless-only charging. It is strictly a two-seater, featuring wide lounge-like seats, two cupholders, and a 20.5-inch central touchscreen.
Based on Tesla’s filings with the EPA, a Car & Driver report has said that the Cybercab weighs 3,113 lbs. and has a 219 hp front-mounted motor powered by a battery pack with an energy storage capacity of approximately 50 kWh. Internal testing indicates the range will be around 280 miles, but the EPA-estimated figure has yet to be released.
27. Tesla Model Y L
The Tesla Model Y L is the midsize EV’s long-wheelbase, six-seat version featuring electrically adjustable captain’s chairs with powered armrests and heating and ventilation functions. Its third-row seats also include a heating function and can be electrically reclined.
The new Model Y derivative also offers more headroom and a better sound experience with an 18-speaker audio system. It can be recognized by its unique 19-inch Machina 2.0 or 20-inch Uberhelix wheels, both designed to lend the EV a more upscale appearance. Tesla also offers an exclusive Cosmic Silver paint option.
The Model Y L reaches 0 to 60 mph in 4.4 seconds, achieves a top speed of 125 mph, and offers an EPA-estimated range of 332 miles.
28. Tesla Roadster 2
The second-generation Tesla Roadster, designed and engineered fully in-house, will look quite different from the concept Tesla showcased in 2017, and it is touted as the most radical electric sports car on the market, with aerospace-derived technologies and a sub-one-second 0-60 mph sprint time being the highlights.
Tesla has designed a new logo featuring an irregular hexagonal shield shape with four vertical slots at the bottom and a “Roadster” inscription at the top. The company has filed a trademark application for the logo.
In an episode of Jay Leno’s Garage released on August 10, 2026 (via YouTube), Tesla Chief Designer Franz von Holzhausen said that the all-new Roadster will be introduced “very soon.” He did not give a specific launch timeline for the second-gen model, though.
29. 2027 Toyota Highlander EV
The all-new, fifth-generation Toyota Highlander is an electric-only model with seating for six or seven and more than 45 cu. ft. of cargo space with the third row folded.
The three-row EV packs up to 338 hp and up to 323 lb-ft of torque, and according to internal estimates, will travel up to 320 miles on a single charge.
Features include Toyota Safety Sense 4.0 (TSS 4.0), a 12.3-inch digital instrument cluster, a fixed glass panoramic roof, a 14-inch touchscreen infotainment system, heated and ventilated front seats, heated second-row seats, and V2L bi-directional charging.
Toyota planned to start sales of the all-electric Highlander in the U.S. in late 2026, but according to a report from Cars.com, it has postponed the launch. The company is working on “additional adjustments,” a spokesperson said.
30. 2027 VW ID. Buzz
After skipping the 2026 model year, the ID. Buzz is back for 2027 in Pro S RWD, new Pro S 4Motion, new Tourer 4Motion, and Pro S Plus 4Motion variants.
The Tourer builds on the Pro S 4Motion and adds a fold-out mattress with platform, window blinds, front ventilation panels, an exterior table and chairs, Overnight Mode, a retractable tow hitch, captain’s chairs, an electrochromic smart roof, Area View, and 20-inch dark graphite wheels with black discs.
All trims feature ID.S 6 software, a new navigation screen and settings page, a one-year In-Vehicle Premium trial, App Store access, a NACS adapter, and one-pedal driving. Two-tone paint is now standard, including Candy White over Cherry Red.
31. Volvo EX60
The Volvo EX60 is the Swedish brand’s answer to the BMW iX3, planned in P6 RWD and P10 AWD configurations, with a P12 AWD variant following later.
The midsize SUV packs up to 670 horsepower, hitting 0 to 60 mph in 3.8 seconds. It can deliver an EPA-estimated range of up to 307 miles in the P6 variant and up to 330 miles in the P10 variant, and Volvo Cars estimates it can add up to 165 miles of range in just 10 minutes.
Volvo Cars will offer the EX60 with features like an 11.4-inch digital instrument cluster, a 15-inch touchscreen infotainment system, a 1,820-watt, 28-speaker Bowers & Wilkins sound system, a power-reclining rear seat, and an electrochromic roof.
International Automotive News Editor since 2014, covering global motor shows, industry events, and test-driving various vehicles, with a focus on hybrid and electric cars in recent years.
