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Electric Cars 2026: Complete Buyer’s Guide to All Upcoming Models
The EV market is evolving at a rapid pace, with major automakers and startups preparing to launch a wave of new electric vehicles in the coming years. This comprehensive guide provides an in-depth look at the EVs you can expect to see on the road in 2026 and beyond, covering everything from luxury sedans to rugged off-road SUVs.
What to Expect from Future EVs in 2026
As we look toward the future of electric vehicles, automakers are focusing on several key areas: battery technology, charging infrastructure, performance, and design. We’re seeing a push toward faster charging, longer range, and more integrated technologies that make EVs more accessible and user-friendly.
Electric Vehicles You’ll Soon Be Able to Buy
The automotive landscape is undergoing a seismic shift, with electric vehicles taking center stage. Manufacturers are rapidly electrifying their lineups, from established brands to new players like Lucid, Rivian, and Polestar. Here is a comprehensive overview of every electric vehicle, from concept to production, that is not yet available but will be soon.
Future EV Models and Anticipated Release Dates
Here is a detailed breakdown of the future EV models expected in 2026 and beyond. This list includes key details such as their estimated release dates, specifications, and what makes each model unique.
Alfa Romeo Giulia EV (Expected: 2028)
Alfa Romeo has confirmed that the gas-powered Giulia will be revamped with an electric powertrain. We anticipate the base version will produce around 350 horsepower, while the Veloce variant will deliver close to 800 horsepower. The flagship Giulia, bearing the historic Quadrifoglio name, is expected to exceed 1,000 horsepower.
The new Giulia will be built on Stellantis Group’s STLA Large platform, featuring 800-volt ultra-rapid charging and an estimated range of up to 500 miles. Recent rumors suggest that the Giulia, much like the Dodge Charger, may also be offered with combustion engines. —Jack Fitzgerald
Alfa Romeo Stelvio EV (Expected: 2027)
Before the next-generation Giulia arrives, Alfa Romeo will launch a new Stelvio. Like its upcoming sedan counterpart, the Stelvio will ride on the STLA Large platform and come with both electric and hybrid powertrains. However, the electric SUV has been delayed and is not likely to reach the United States until 2027.
Alpine EVs (Expected: 2030)
Alpine, the French subsidiary of Renault known for its lightweight sports cars, plans to enter the U.S. market later this decade. The charge was originally set to be spearheaded by the compact A390, a slinky fastback crossover with a 470-hp tri-motor powertrain, but plans have changed. The U.S. launch of Alpine’s EVs was originally slated for 2027, but the introduction of high tariffs on imported cars by the Trump administration has caused Alpine to delay its plans. If Alpine does enter the U.S. market, the company now says it will do so with the upcoming A110 electric sports car and a larger SUV.
Audi TT EV (Expected: 2027)
Audi plans to launch a new electric sports car in 2027, previewed by the radical Concept C. Audi states that the new sports car, which is roughly the same length as a Porsche 911, will sit somewhere between the TT and R8 in terms of performance and will introduce a new design language. Internally, the Concept C showcases Audi’s return to physical controls, and the concept even features a screen that can completely retract when not in use.
Details on the powertrain remain sparse, but the Concept C was designed as a rear-wheel-drive vehicle, and we expect it to share a platform with the upcoming Porsche 718 EV. Audi has confirmed that the production car will also offer a dual-motor, all-wheel-drive variant, and the RWD concept is said to weigh 3,726 pounds.
Bentley EV SUV (Expected: 2027)
Bentley’s first EV will debut in 2026, and the luxury automaker is calling it a “luxury urban SUV” that will slot below the gas-powered Bentayga in the brand’s lineup. Although Bentley describes the EV as “compact,” the new model will still possess imposing proportions, measuring up to 197 inches in length. A concept car called the EXP 15 previews the Bentley EV’s styling, featuring a bold, squared-off front end, a long hood, and a decadent cabin. The electric SUV may use the same platform as the upcoming Porsche Cayenne EV, and sales of the Bentley EV should begin in early 2027. Based on trademark filings, we anticipate the name will be Barnato, named after one of Bentley’s racers and executives from the 1920s. Plans for additional Bentley EVs have been pushed back until at least 2030.
BMW i3 (Expected: Late 2026)
The BMW i3 is set to arrive as an electric counterpart to the long-running BMW 3-Series, featuring BMW’s new design language and riding on the same Neue Klasse platform that supports the iX3 SUV. An 800-volt architecture allows for 400-kW fast charging, while the 109-kWh battery is expected to provide an estimated 440 miles of range. The i3 will launch with a single trim, the 50 xDrive, to start, sending 463 hp and 476 lb-ft of torque to all four wheels. There is also a radical new interior layout featuring a thin display that runs along the base of the windshield and a trapezoidal central touchscreen. Sales of the i3 are scheduled to begin before the end of 2026.
BMW iM3 (Expected: 2027)
The upcoming BMW i3 will also spawn the first all-electric M3. The iM3, as we expect it to be called, will ride on BMW’s next-generation EV platform featuring an 800-volt electrical architecture. A quad-motor powertrain, with two electric motors on each axle, should produce well over 600 horsepower and ensure that the iM3 is suitably rapid. The front motors can also be decoupled, and while BMW suggests this is to increase highway range, enthusiasts are already dreaming of getting sideways. BMW is also planning simulated gearshifts and engine noises to enhance driver engagement, sampling everything from the E92 M3’s V-8 to the E64 M6’s 5.0-liter V-10.
BMW iX3 (Expected: Summer 2026)
The BMW iX3 arrives as an electric counterpart to the brand’s popular X3 SUV and ushers in an unconventional new design language, with a thinner interpretation of the iconic “kidney” grille that recalls classics like the 2002. The iX3 will be released in the U.S. with a dual-motor variant producing 463 hp, enabling the SUV to accelerate from 0 to 62 mph in 4.9 seconds. A 109-kWh battery is expected to provide nearly 400 miles of range and will support charging at up to 400 kilowatts. Inside, the iX3 debuts a new dashboard setup where a slim darkened strip along the base of the windshield serves as a 43-inch, full-width head-up display that replaces a conventional gauge cluster. A 17.9-inch touchscreen handles all primary infotainment functions. Sales will commence in the summer of 2026.
BMW iX4 (Expected: 2027)
BMW is developing an electric replacement for the X4, the sleeker alternative to the X3 featuring a sloping roofline. Expected to be named the iX4, the new “coupe-SUV” will be exclusively electric and closely related to the iX3 that goes on sale in 2026. Like the iX3, the iX4 is also expected to feature an M-branded performance variant. Production of the iX4 is rumored to begin in November 2026, and U.S. sales should start in 2027.
BMW iX5 (Expected: 2027)
BMW will continue electrifying its lineup with the iX5, an electric counterpart to the mid-size X5 SUV. Instead of using the Neue Klasse platform underpinning the iX3, the iX5 will utilize an adaptation of BMW’s CLAR platform—currently found beneath the iX electric SUV—which will allow an updated gas-powered X5 to coexist with its electric sibling. The iX5 will feature a next-generation battery with enhanced energy density. The electric SUV is scheduled to be unveiled in late 2026 and go on sale in the U.S. in 2027. BMW is also planning a version with a hydrogen fuel-cell powertrain—co-developed with Toyota—that may become a reality before the end of the decade.
Caterham Project V (Expected: 2027)
Caterham, known for its stripped-down sports cars, plans to expand its lineup with an electric coupe that will enter production in 2027.