The 18 Best Electric Vehicles of 2026

Budget-friendly hatchbacks line up against six-figure luxury flagships and rugged off-road trucks in this snapshot of where EVs stand right now. Cast your vote!

1. 1
   Tesla Model 3

   Tesla's mainstream sedan, still a top seller thanks to its range, software, and Supercharger network.
   1000pts
2. 2
   Hyundai Ioniq 5

   An angular electric SUV with 800-volt ultra-fast charging and up to 318 miles of range.
   695pts
3. 3
   Hyundai Ioniq 6

   A streamlined electric sedan rivaling the Tesla Model 3 with up to 361 miles of range.
   618pts
4. 4
   Polestar 3

   A performance-oriented Swedish electric SUV emphasizing minimalist design and handling.
   595pts
5. 5
   Chevrolet Equinox EV

   An affordable electric crossover aimed at bringing EV ownership to the mainstream budget segment.
   534pts
6. 6
   Hyundai Ioniq 9

   A spacious three-row electric SUV rounding out Hyundai's Ioniq lineup.
   534pts
7. 7
   Volvo EX90

   Volvo's flagship electric SUV emphasizing safety technology and Scandinavian interior design.
   463pts
8. 8
   Kia EV6

   A sporty electric crossover sharing Hyundai's E-GMP platform with distinctive styling.
   379pts
9. 9
   GMC Sierra EV

   A full-size electric pickup with heavy towing capacity and a tech-filled cabin.
   379pts
10. 10
    Lucid Air

    A luxury electric sedan rated the best premium EV of 2026 for its range and interior quality.
    379pts
11. 11
    Rivian R1T

    An adventure-oriented electric pickup truck known for off-road capability and clever storage.
    379pts
12. 12
    Nissan Leaf

    The redesigned 2026 Leaf is the cheapest new EV in America with over 300 miles of range.
    278pts
13. 13
    Porsche Taycan

    Porsche's electric sports sedan, prized for handling and rapid charging performance.
    278pts
14. 14
    Tesla Model Y

    Tesla's compact crossover and one of the best-selling EVs worldwide.
    278pts
15. 15
    BMW i5

    An electric version of BMW's 5 Series sedan, blending traditional luxury with EV powertrains.
    278pts
16. 16
    Lucid Gravity

    Lucid's flagship luxury electric SUV, topping category rankings with a perfect review score.
    154pts
17. 17
    Rivian R1S

    Rivian's three-row electric SUV sharing its rugged platform with the R1T truck.
    154pts
18. 18
    Ford Mustang Mach-E

    Ford's electric crossover styled after the Mustang, blending performance with everyday usability.
    154pts