2026 is shaping up as a make-or-break year for electric vehicles. While U.S. incentives vanish and China’s BYD overtakes Tesla in global sales, nearly every major brand-and several hungry newcomers-will release battery-powered models that could reset customer loyalties.
At a Glance
- More than 25 new EVs and hybrids arrive this year from Rivian, Hyundai, Honda, BMW, Ferrari and others
- China’s best-seller Geely EX2 targets Europe at roughly $21,500, while BYD already tops Tesla in worldwide deliveries
- $45,000 Rivian R2 and $25,000 Slate pickup aim to undercut Model Y and Ford Maverick
- Why it matters: With tax credits gone, sticker price and real-world range-not specs on paper-will decide which brands keep U.S. drivers
The list below, arranged alphabetically, highlights the models News Of Fort Worth is most eager to test.
Aston Martin Valhalla
A 4.0-liter Mercedes-AMG twin-turbo V-8 plus three electric motors churns out 1,064 hp and 811 lb-ft of torque. The carbon-fiber coupe hits 62 mph in 2.5 seconds and tops out at 217 mph. Electric-only mode is limited to 80 mph and a handful of miles. Only 999 units exist; customer deliveries began late 2025.
Audi R26
Audi enters Formula 1 in March with the hybrid R26, splitting power 50-50 between gas and electricity. A turbo V-6, energy-recovery system and electronic control unit manage the lot. Shakedown images from Barcelona hint the final livery will land early this year. The single-seater doubles as an R&D lab for future Audi road EV tech.
BMW iX3
Built on the new Neue Klasse skateboard, the iX3 carries fresh motors, inverters, 800-volt architecture and cell-to-pack batteries good for 500 WLTP miles or a realistic 350 miles on the road. Charging at 400 kW adds 200 miles in 10 minutes. A 39.1-inch Hyperscreen spans the dash; Alexa+ powers the voice assistant. Five more Neue Klasse models will follow.
Ferrari Elettrica
Ferrari’s first EV deploys four in-house motors producing 1,000-plus hp from a 122-kWh battery. An 880-volt platform supports 350-kW charging and a targeted 323-mile range. LoveFrom tuned the interior; mechanical vibrations are amplified to create an evolving electric “voice.” The four-door grand tourer is due late 2026.
Geely EX2
Sold as the Xingyuan in China, the compact hatch became that nation’s best-selling vehicle in 2025. A European rollout starts mid-year with 193- or 255-mile batteries and 58-85 kW rear-motor options. Expect UK pricing near £16,000 ($21,500) and a 1,320-liter trunk.
Honda Super-N
Honda’s micro EV riffs on Japan’s Kei-car platform. A “Boost” mode spikes power, simulates gear shifts and pipes fake engine noise through the speakers. Early data points to 180 miles of range and a curb weight around 2,900 pounds.
Hyundai Ioniq 6 N
Hyundai’s performance division endows the sleek sedan with up to 650 PS and 770 Nm, launching to 62 mph in 3.2 seconds and a 160-mph ceiling. An 84-kWh battery, torque-vectoring AWD and reprogrammed e-Shift mimic ICE gear changes. Aero tweaks include flared fenders and a swan-neck rear spoiler.
Jaguar Type 00
The divisive four-door grand tourer marks Jaguar’s EV reboot. Three motors generate 1,000-plus hp; range is rumored above 400 miles. A prototype drive revealed agile, rapid dynamics despite the polarizing sheet metal. Customer cars land in 2026.
Kia EV2
Unveiled in Brussels, the sub-compact SUV will start near $32,000 with 42.2- or 61.0-kWh packs good for 200 or 280 miles. The 400-volt e-GMP architecture adds 10-80 percent charge in 30 minutes. A triple-screen dash and 403-liter cargo bay squeeze into a 13-foot body.
Mercedes-Benz GLC EQ
After the electric G-Class stumbled, Mercedes re-imagines its best-selling SUV with an illuminated 942-LED grille, 94-kWh battery and 440-mile WLTP range. A 39.1-inch Hyperscreen dominates the cabin; the 400 4MATIC delivers 483 hp.
Porsche Cayenne Electric
Porsche’s mid-2026 entrant uses an 800-volt, 113-kWh setup for 400-kW charging that adds 200 miles in 10 minutes. Turbo variants unleash 1,133 hp and sprint to 62 mph in 2.5 seconds, making it the most powerful production Porsche ever. A curved “Flow Display” and physical switchgear modernize the cockpit without losing tactility.
Range Rover Electric
Delayed from 2025, the luxury SUV now arrives in 2026 with a 117-kWh battery, 540-hp dual-motor AWD and 300-plus miles of range. An 800-volt core preserves off-road torque-vectoring while promising cosseting ride quality.
Rivian R2
Positioned as Rivian’s mass-market play, the $45,000 midsize SUV offers single-, dual- or tri-motor layouts and a sub-three-second 0-60 mph sprint. Target range exceeds 300 miles; interior tricks include dual glove boxes and customizable haptic controls.
Slate Auto Truck
Jeff Bezos-backed Slate rethinks pickups with a modular, DIY-friendly platform. The $25,000 base “Blank Slate” ships unpainted, window-cranked and screen-free, relying on the owner’s phone for infotainment. A 52.7-kWh battery yields 150 miles; an 84.3-kWh pack stretches to 240 miles. Over 100 accessories-from body panels to SUV conversion kits-bolt on at home.
Sony Honda Mobility Afeela 1
The long-teased collaboration reaches California roads late 2026 with a 91-kWh battery, 480 hp AWD and 300-mile EPA range. 40 sensors (lidar, radar, cameras) enable future hands-off driving. Inside, 360-degree audio and PlayStation streaming entertain while charging. Price: roughly $90,000 for the Signature trim.
Xiaomi SU7
Two years after Chinese customers placed 50,000 orders in 27 minutes, the updated SU7 gains lidar-based ADAS, 700-TOPS compute and 900-volt charging. China’s CLTP cycle quotes 560-plus miles of range; domestic pricing starts at $32,800.
