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The Electric Vehicles You’ll Soon Be Able to Purchase
These vehicles are currently in development—ranging from concept phases to impending production—and are slated for future market release.
By Caleb Miller Updated: April 8, 2026
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The Manufacturers | Car and Driver
Electric vehicle (EV) technology is rapidly advancing, with automakers worldwide continually expanding their lineups. Both legacy manufacturers and newer entrants like Lucid, Rivian, and others are pushing the envelope in EV development. We have compiled a comprehensive list of upcoming electric vehicles, covering everything from early-stage concepts to full production models that are not yet available.
Alfa Romeo Giulia EV (Expected: 2028)
2023 alfa romeo giulia quadrifoglio drifting around a corner | Alfa Romeo
Alfa Romeo has confirmed that the gas-powered Giulia is set for an electric overhaul in the coming years. The base model is projected to deliver around 350 horsepower, while the Veloce variant will significantly boost output to approximately 800 horsepower. The flagship Quadrifoglio version is expected to exceed 1,000 horsepower. This next-generation Giulia will be built on the Stellantis STLA Large platform, offering 800-volt fast-charging and a projected range of up to 500 miles. Recent rumors also suggest that the Giulia, similar to the Dodge Charger, may continue to be offered with combustion engines.
Alfa Romeo Stelvio EV (Expected: 2027)
2027 alfa romeo stelvio | Illustration by Avarvarii | Car and Driver
Before the release of the new Giulia sedan, Alfa Romeo plans to introduce a redesigned Stelvio. Like the upcoming sedan, the Stelvio will utilize the STLA Large platform and will be offered with both electric and hybrid powertrains. However, the launch of the electric SUV in the United States has reportedly been postponed, now likely occurring in 2027.
Alpine EVs (Expected: 2030)
alpine a390 | Alpine
Alpine, the French subsidiary of Renault known for lightweight sports cars, plans to enter the U.S. market later this decade. The initial strategy involved launching the compact A390, a sleek fastback crossover with a 470-hp tri-motor powertrain. However, plans have shifted. The U.S. launch of Alpine EVs was originally targeted for 2027, but the imposition of high import tariffs by the Trump administration has caused delays. If Alpine proceeds with its U.S. expansion, the company is now considering launching with the upcoming A110 electric sports car and a larger SUV.
Audi TT EV (Expected: 2027)
audi concept c | Audi
Audi intends to launch a new electric sports car in 2027, previewed by the radical Concept C. Audi states that this new sports car, which is approximately the size of a Porsche 911, will slot between the TT and R8 in terms of performance and will signal a new design direction for the brand. Internally, the Concept C reflects Audi’s renewed focus on physical controls, featuring a screen that can be fully retracted when not in use. While detailed powertrain information remains sparse, the Concept C was designed as a rear-wheel-drive vehicle, and it is expected to share a platform with the upcoming Porsche 718 EV. Audi has confirmed that the production version will also offer a dual-motor, all-wheel-drive variant, and the RWD concept is reported to weigh 3,726 pounds.
Bentley EV SUV (Expected: 2027)
bentley exp 15 concept | Bentley
Bentley’s first electric vehicle will be unveiled in 2026. The luxury automaker describes it as a “luxury urban SUV” positioned below the Bentayga in the product hierarchy. Although Bentley refers to it as “compact,” the new model will maintain imposing proportions, measuring up to 197 inches in length. The EXP 15 concept car previews the Bentley EV’s styling, featuring a bold, squared-off front end, a long hood, and a lavish cabin. The electric SUV may utilize the same platform as the upcoming Porsche Cayenne EV, with sales slated to begin in early 2027. Based on trademark filings, the model is expected to be named the Barnato, honoring one of Bentley’s racers and executives from the 1920s. Plans for additional Bentley EVs have been postponed until at least 2030.
BMW i3 (Expected: Late 2026)
2027 bmw i3 | BMW
The BMW i3 will be introduced as the electric counterpart to the long-running 3-Series sedan, featuring BMW’s new design language and riding on the Neue Klasse platform that underpins the iX3 SUV. An 800-volt architecture enables 400-kW fast-charging, while the 109-kWh battery is estimated to provide a range of approximately 440 miles. The i3 will initially launch with a single trim, the 50 xDrive, delivering 463 hp and 476 pound-feet of torque to all four wheels. The interior sports a radical new layout with a thin display running along the bottom of the windshield and a trapezoidal central touchscreen. Sales of the i3 are scheduled to commence before the end of 2026.
BMW iM3 (Expected: 2027)
bmw im3 | BMW
The forthcoming BMW i3 will also serve as the basis for the first all-electric M3. The iM3, as it is expected to be named, 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, is projected to produce well over 600 horsepower, ensuring the iM3 offers exhilarating performance. The front motors can be decoupled; while BMW cites increased highway range as the reason, this configuration opens possibilities for dynamic driving scenarios. BMW is also planning faux gearshifts and engine noises to enhance driver engagement, referencing past icons such as the E92 M3’s V-8 and the E64 M6’s 5.0-liter V-10.
BMW iX3 (Expected: Summer 2026)
2026 bmw ix3 | BMW
The BMW iX3 arrives as the electric counterpart to the brand’s popular X3 SUV and introduces an unconventional new design language, featuring a narrower version of the iconic “kidney” grille that evokes classic models like the 2002. The U.S. market will receive the iX3 in a dual-motor variant producing 463 hp, enabling the SUV to accelerate to 62 mph in 4.9 seconds. A 109-kWh battery is expected to deliver a range of nearly 400 miles and support charging speeds up to 400 kilowatts. Internally, the iX3 debuts a new dashboard setup where a thin illuminated strip below the windshield acts as a 43-inch, full-width head-up display, replacing a traditional instrument cluster. A 17.9-inch touchscreen handles the primary infotainment duties. Sales are set to begin in the summer of 2026.
BMW iX4 (Expected: 2027)
2023 bmw x4 xdrive30i driving downtown | Michael Simari | Car and Driver
BMW is developing an electric successor to the X4, the sleeker alternative to the X3 with a sloping roofline. Expected to be called the iX4, this new “coupe-SUV” will be exclusively electric and closely related to the iX3 launching in 2026. Like the iX3, the iX4 is also expected to produce an M-branded performance variant. Production of the iX4 is rumored to begin in November 2026, with U.S. sales projected to start in 2027.
BMW iX5 (Expected: 2027)
2024 bmw x5 | BMW
BMW continues to electrify its lineup with the iX5, the electric equivalent of the mid-size X5 SUV. Instead of utilizing the Neue Klasse platform underpinning the iX3, the iX5 will be based on an adaptation of BMW’s CLAR platform—currently found beneath the iX electric SUV—allowing for an updated gas-powered X5 to coexist with its electric sibling. The iX5 will feature a next-generation battery with improved energy density. The electric SUV is expected to be revealed 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, which could materialize before the end of the decade.
Caterham Project V (Expected: 2027)
caterham project v | Caterham
Known for its minimalist sports cars, Caterham plans to expand its lineup with an electric coupe entering production in 2027. Caterham aims to enter the U.S. market with the Project V, as it is currently known. The car will feature a 268-hp electric motor sourced from Yamaha on the rear axle. The Project V will also incorporate a unique split battery configuration, with a roughly 27 kWh battery positioned between the occupants’ legs and another beneath the rear seat. Caterham is targeting a
