Live data · Updated November 2, 2026

Best luxury electric cars of 2026

Short answer: The best luxury EV on our live scores (MSRP $70k+) is the Chevrolet Silverado EV Max Range Work Truck / LT from $74,800 with 493 EPA miles, ahead of the Lucid Gravity Touring and Lucid Air Touring.

By EVHQ (Dan) · Data from EPA FuelEconomy.gov + KBB/Cox · Updated automatically when our rankings refresh

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The ranked list

Filtered to starting MSRP of $70,000 or more, best-scoring trim per model, ordered by overall EVHQ rank. Scores are EVHQ's 0–100 weighted rating (range, efficiency, value, charging, practicality, market proof) — methodology. Models under 2,000 US sales YTD carry a small sales-floor penalty.

1
Chevrolet Silverado EV Max Range Work Truck / LT
2026 · truck · AWD · #5 overall
From
$74,800
70
From$74,800
Range493 mi EPA ✓
Efficiency49.5 kWh/100mi
DC peak350 kW NACS
US sales Jan–Sep 20265,327 -43.2%
Longest-range pickup in America by a mile. Expensive and huge. Is it right for you? →
2
Lucid Gravity Touring
2026 · suv · AWD · #9 overall
From
$79,900
69
From$79,900
Range337 mi EPA ✓
Efficiency30.3 kWh/100mi
DC peak400 kW NACS
US sales Jan–Sep 20265,644 +756.4%
Up to 450 miles, 400 kW charging, minivan-like space — early software teething.
3
Lucid Air Touring
2026 · sedan · AWD · #13 overall
From
$79,900
66
From$79,900
Range431 mi EPA ✓
Efficiency25.2 kWh/100mi
DC peak300 kW NACS
US sales Jan–Sep 20262,272 -70.2%
The efficiency king of luxury: 400+ miles on a reasonable battery. Small dealer footprint.
4
Cadillac Escalade IQ Sport 1
2026 · suv · AWD · #20 overall
From
$127,700
63
From$127,700
Range460 mi mfr/est.
Efficiency55 kWh/100mi
DC peak350 kW NACS
US sales Jan–Sep 20264,807 -20.3%
Massive range from a 200 kWh pack; outrageous price and weight.
5
GMC Sierra EV Elevation Extended Range
2026 · truck · AWD · #21 overall
From
$77,695
63
From$77,695
Range410 mi EPA ✓
Efficiency49.5 kWh/100mi
DC peak350 kW NACS
US sales Jan–Sep 20264,705 -23.5%
Silverado EV's range with a nicer cabin and badge; same size issues.
6
Rivian R1S Dual Large
2026 · suv · AWD · #23 overall
From
$77,900
62
From$77,900
Range329 mi EPA ✓
Efficiency39.5 kWh/100mi
DC peak220 kW NACS
US sales Jan–Sep 202617,259 -12.3%
Best adventure SUV on sale: 3 rows, 7,700-lb tow, and a 2025 top-10 seller. Is it right for you? →
7
Tesla Model X Long Range AWD
2026 · suv · AWD · #29 overall
From
$89,990
61
From$89,990
Range352 mi EPA ✓
Efficiency32.2 kWh/100mi
DC peak250 kW NACS
US sales Jan–Sep 20263,268 -68.3%
Fast 3-row with Supercharger ease; Falcon doors and price are the catch.
8
Tesla Cybertruck AWD
2026 · truck · AWD · #31 overall
From
$79,990
60
From$79,990
Range325 mi EPA ✓
Efficiency42.9 kWh/100mi
DC peak325 kW NACS
US sales Jan–Sep 202611,586 -28.0%
Huge charging speed for a truck and Supercharger access; polarizing, heavy, sales halved in 2025. Is it right for you? →
9
Rivian R1T Dual Large
2026 · truck · AWD · #39 overall
From
$73,990
56
From$73,990
Range329 mi EPA ✓
Efficiency39.5 kWh/100mi
DC peak220 kW NACS
US sales Jan–Sep 20264,609 -21.3%
Best-driving EV pickup with clever storage; short bed and towing halves range. Is it right for you? →
10
Cadillac Vistiq Luxury AWD
2026 · suv · AWD · #43 overall
From
$78,790
55
From$78,790
Range305 mi EPA ✓
Efficiency39.3 kWh/100mi
DC peak190 kW NACS
US sales Jan–Sep 20266,490 +14.5%
A genuinely luxurious 3-row EV with strong range; very thirsty.
11
Tesla Model S Long Range AWD
2026 · hatch · AWD · #45 overall
From
$84,990
55
From$84,990
Range410 mi EPA ✓
Efficiency27.1 kWh/100mi
DC peak250 kW NACS
US sales Jan–Sep 20261,887 -58.2%
Still one of the longest-range EVs you can buy; aging interior and sliding sales.
12
Porsche Macan Electric Base
2026 · suv · RWD · #49 overall
From
$77,900
54
From$77,900
Range309 mi EPA ✓
Efficiency34.6 kWh/100mi
DC peak270 kW CCS
US sales Jan–Sep 20262,869 -62.0%
Porsche handling, 800V charging, sales up 406% — a real hit.
13
BMW iX xDrive45
2026 · suv · AWD · #51 overall
From
$74,400
52
From$74,400
Range312 mi EPA ✓
Efficiency36 kWh/100mi
DC peak175 kW CCS
US sales Jan–Sep 20263,576 -63.8%
Gorgeous cabin, great ride; polarizing face and aging platform.
14
Cadillac Lyriq-V V-Series AWD
2026 · suv · AWD · #54 overall
From
$79,990
51
From$79,990
Range285 mi EPA ✓
Efficiency42.4 kWh/100mi
DC peak190 kW NACS
US sales Jan–Sep 202611,195 -32.7%
Fast Lyriq with V-Series chassis tuning; loses range and value.
15
Volvo EX90 Twin Motor
2026 · suv · AWD · #58 overall
From
$79,995
49
From$79,995
Range305 mi EPA ✓
Efficiency38.3 kWh/100mi
DC peak250 kW NACS
US sales Jan–Sep 20261,754 -40.0%
Safe, beautiful 3-row; launch software bugs dented trust.

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FAQ

What is the best luxury EV in 2026?

On our live scores among $70k+ cars, the Chevrolet Silverado EV Max Range Work Truck / LT.

Do luxury EVs score higher just because they cost more?

No. Value rewards range per dollar, so expensive cars have to earn their place on range, charging, practicality and sales.

More ways to choose

Under $40k Under $50k Longest range Most efficient SUVs Trucks Cheapest to charge (AZ)Family / 3-row Sedans

Sources: EPA FuelEconomy.gov (range, kWh/100 mi), manufacturer sites (MSRP, charging), KBB/Cox Q3 2026 EV Sales Report (estimates as of 10/13/26). MSRPs exclude destination and change often — confirm with the brand before buying. Spotted an error? Tell us.