US EV Rankings 2026

Why #1

• The cheapest way into a Model Y with nearly the same range; you give up comfort features, not capability.
• Strongest on efficiency (100) and market proof (sales) (100); weakest on range (50).
• Beats #2 Tesla Model Y Long Range AWD on value (81 vs 65).

Score breakdown

Full specs

Starting MSRP

$39,990

EPA range

321 miEPA ✓

Efficiency

24.3 kWh/100 mi (~138 MPGe)

DC fast peak

225 kW

Charge port

NACS · Supercharger access

0–60 mph

6.8 s (mfr)

Drivetrain

RWD

Seats

5

Cargo

Same body as LR; decontented cabin (cloth/no rear screen)

US sales

262,4912026 YTD (through Q3)

Jan–Sep 2026 US estimate vs Jan–Sep 2025, model-level (all trims combined). 2026 demand is down ~30% market-wide after the $7,500 federal credit ended Sept 30, 2025.

Sources

• FuelEconomy.gov (EPA) — 2026 Tesla Model Y Standard RWD (18in Wheels) (vehicle id 50040)
• Tesla official Model Y page (MSRP/specs)
• KBB/Cox Q3 2026 EV Sales Report (estimates as of 10/13/26)

Why #2

• The benchmark family EV: efficient, roomy, and road trips are trivially easy on Superchargers.
• Strongest on market proof (sales) (100) and efficiency (92); weakest on range (52).
• Sits below #1 Tesla Model Y Standard RWD mainly on value (81 vs 65).
• Beats #3 Hyundai Ioniq 5 SE / SEL RWD Long Range on market proof (sales) (100 vs 76).

Score breakdown

Full specs

Starting MSRP

$48,990

EPA range

327 miEPA ✓

Efficiency

27.5 kWh/100 mi (~123 MPGe)

DC fast peak

250 kW

Charge port

NACS · Supercharger access

0–60 mph

4.6 s (mfr)

Drivetrain

AWD

Seats

5

Cargo

76 cu ft max + frunk; optional 7-seat in some years

US sales

262,4912026 YTD (through Q3)

Jan–Sep 2026 US estimate vs Jan–Sep 2025, model-level (all trims combined). 2026 demand is down ~30% market-wide after the $7,500 federal credit ended Sept 30, 2025.

Sources

• FuelEconomy.gov (EPA) — 2026 Tesla Model Y Long Range AWD (vehicle id 49744)
• Tesla official Model Y page (MSRP/specs)
• KBB/Cox Q3 2026 EV Sales Report (estimates as of 10/13/26)

Why #3

• 800V charging (10–80% ~20 min) plus native NACS — the best non-Tesla all-rounder.
• Strongest on efficiency (86) and value (78); weakest on range (49).
• Sits below #2 Tesla Model Y Long Range AWD mainly on market proof (sales) (100 vs 76).
• Beats #4 Toyota bZ XLE FWD on charging (70 vs 48).

Score breakdown

Full specs

Starting MSRP

$42,600

EPA range

318 miEPA ✓

Efficiency

30 kWh/100 mi (~114 MPGe)

DC fast peak

235 kW

Charge port

NACS · Supercharger access

0–60 mph

6.9 s (mfr)

Drivetrain

RWD

Seats

5

Cargo

59 cu ft max

US sales

31,1122026 YTD (through Q3)

Jan–Sep 2026 US estimate vs Jan–Sep 2025, model-level (all trims combined). 2026 demand is down ~30% market-wide after the $7,500 federal credit ended Sept 30, 2025.

Sources

• FuelEconomy.gov (EPA) — 2026 Hyundai Ioniq 5 RWD (vehicle id 49960)
• Hyundai official Ioniq 5 page (MSRP/specs)
• KBB/Cox Q3 2026 EV Sales Report (estimates as of 10/13/26)

Why #4

• Refresh fixed range and charging; now a credible, reliable value pick.
• Strongest on efficiency (97) and value (93); weakest on charging (48).
• Sits below #3 Hyundai Ioniq 5 SE / SEL RWD Long Range mainly on charging (70 vs 48).
• Beats #5 Chevrolet Silverado EV Max Range Work Truck / LT on efficiency (97 vs 36).

Score breakdown

Full specs

Starting MSRP

$34,900

EPA range

314 miEPA ✓

Efficiency

25.5 kWh/100 mi (~131 MPGe)

DC fast peak

150 kW

Charge port

NACS · Supercharger access

0–60 mph

6.9 s (mfr)

Drivetrain

FWD

Seats

5

Cargo

~58 cu ft max

US sales

24,9442026 YTD (through Q3)

Jan–Sep 2026 US estimate vs Jan–Sep 2025, model-level (all trims combined). 2026 demand is down ~30% market-wide after the $7,500 federal credit ended Sept 30, 2025.

Sources

• FuelEconomy.gov (EPA) — 2026 Toyota bZ (energy capacity 191 Ah) (vehicle id 50042)
• Toyota official bZ page (MSRP/specs)
• KBB/Cox Q3 2026 EV Sales Report (estimates as of 10/13/26)

Why #5

• Longest-range pickup in America by a mile. Expensive and huge.
• Strongest on range (100) and charging (100); weakest on efficiency (36).
• Sits below #4 Toyota bZ XLE FWD mainly on efficiency (97 vs 36).
• Beats #6 Tesla Model Y Performance on range (100 vs 46).

Score breakdown

Full specs

Starting MSRP

$74,800

EPA range

493 miEPA ✓

Efficiency

49.5 kWh/100 mi (~68 MPGe)

DC fast peak

350 kW

Charge port

NACS · Supercharger access

0–60 mph

4.5 s (mfr)

Drivetrain

AWD

Seats

5

Cargo

Midgate extends bed to ~10 ft; frunk

US sales

5,3272026 YTD (through Q3)

Jan–Sep 2026 US estimate vs Jan–Sep 2025, model-level (all trims combined). 2026 demand is down ~30% market-wide after the $7,500 federal credit ended Sept 30, 2025.

Sources

• FuelEconomy.gov (EPA) — 2026 Chevrolet Silverado EV Max Range WT (19kW Charger) (vehicle id 49639)
• Chevrolet official Silverado EV page (MSRP/specs)
• KBB/Cox Q3 2026 EV Sales Report (estimates as of 10/13/26)

Why #6

• Same smart package with sports-car pace; costs range and ride comfort.
• Strongest on market proof (sales) (100) and efficiency (81); weakest on range (46).
• Sits below #5 Chevrolet Silverado EV Max Range Work Truck / LT mainly on range (100 vs 46).
• Beats #7 Tesla Model 3 Long Range AWD on practicality (70 vs 36).

Score breakdown

Full specs

Starting MSRP

$57,490

EPA range

306 miEPA ✓

Efficiency

32 kWh/100 mi (~105 MPGe)

DC fast peak

250 kW

Charge port

NACS · Supercharger access

0–60 mph

3.3 s (mfr)

Drivetrain

AWD

Seats

5

Cargo

Same practicality as LR

US sales

262,4912026 YTD (through Q3)

Jan–Sep 2026 US estimate vs Jan–Sep 2025, model-level (all trims combined). 2026 demand is down ~30% market-wide after the $7,500 federal credit ended Sept 30, 2025.

Sources

• FuelEconomy.gov (EPA) — 2026 Tesla Model Y Performance AWD (vehicle id 50253)
• Tesla official Model Y page (MSRP/specs)
• KBB/Cox Q3 2026 EV Sales Report (estimates as of 10/13/26)

Why #7

• Elite efficiency and range for under $50k, with the best charging network in the US.
• Strongest on efficiency (95) and market proof (sales) (90); weakest on practicality (36).
• Sits below #6 Tesla Model Y Performance mainly on practicality (70 vs 36).
• Beats #8 Tesla Model 3 RWD / Standard on charging (73 vs 52).

Score breakdown

Full specs

Starting MSRP

$47,490

EPA range

346 miEPA ✓

Efficiency

26.4 kWh/100 mi (~128 MPGe)

DC fast peak

250 kW

Charge port

NACS · Supercharger access

0–60 mph

4.2 s (mfr)

Drivetrain

AWD

Seats

5

Cargo

Trunk + frunk, ~24 cu ft total

US sales

106,9622026 YTD (through Q3)

Jan–Sep 2026 US estimate vs Jan–Sep 2025, model-level (all trims combined). 2026 demand is down ~30% market-wide after the $7,500 federal credit ended Sept 30, 2025.

Sources

• FuelEconomy.gov (EPA) — 2026 Tesla Model 3 Premium AWD (vehicle id 50037)
• Tesla official Model 3 page (MSRP/specs)
• KBB/Cox Q3 2026 EV Sales Report (estimates as of 10/13/26)

Why #8

• Arguably the most EV per dollar sold in America: 300+ miles and ~24 kWh/100 mi.
• Strongest on efficiency (100) and market proof (sales) (90); weakest on practicality (36).
• Sits below #7 Tesla Model 3 Long Range AWD mainly on charging (73 vs 52).
• Beats #9 Lucid Gravity Touring on value (86 vs 39).

Score breakdown

Full specs

Starting MSRP

$36,990

EPA range

321 miEPA ✓

Efficiency

24.3 kWh/100 mi (~139 MPGe)

DC fast peak

170 kW

Charge port

NACS · Supercharger access

0–60 mph

5.8 s (mfr)

Drivetrain

RWD

Seats

5

Cargo

Trunk + frunk, ~24 cu ft total

US sales

106,9622026 YTD (through Q3)

Jan–Sep 2026 US estimate vs Jan–Sep 2025, model-level (all trims combined). 2026 demand is down ~30% market-wide after the $7,500 federal credit ended Sept 30, 2025.

Sources

• FuelEconomy.gov (EPA) — 2026 Tesla Model 3 Standard RWD (vehicle id 50251)
• Tesla official Model 3 page (MSRP/specs)
• KBB/Cox Q3 2026 EV Sales Report (estimates as of 10/13/26)

Why #9

• Up to 450 miles, 400 kW charging, minivan-like space — early software teething.
• Strongest on charging (100) and practicality (95); weakest on value (39).
• Sits below #8 Tesla Model 3 RWD / Standard mainly on value (86 vs 39).
• Beats #10 Chevrolet Equinox EV LT FWD on charging (100 vs 48).

Score breakdown

Full specs

Starting MSRP

$79,900

EPA range

337 miEPA ✓

Efficiency

30.3 kWh/100 mi (~111 MPGe)

DC fast peak

400 kW

Charge port

NACS · Supercharger access

0–60 mph

3.6 s (mfr)

Drivetrain

AWD

Seats

7

Cargo

3-row; ~120 cu ft incl. frunk

US sales

5,6442026 YTD (through Q3)

Jan–Sep 2026 US estimate vs Jan–Sep 2025, model-level (all trims combined). 2026 demand is down ~30% market-wide after the $7,500 federal credit ended Sept 30, 2025.

Sources

• FuelEconomy.gov (EPA) — 2026 Lucid Gravity Touring w/20F21R wheels (vehicle id 50221)
• Lucid official Gravity page (MSRP/specs)
• KBB/Cox Q3 2026 EV Sales Report (estimates as of 10/13/26)

Why #10

• Best range per dollar in the US; America's #3 EV in 2025. Charging is merely OK.
• Strongest on value (95) and efficiency (83); weakest on charging (48).
• Sits below #9 Lucid Gravity Touring mainly on charging (100 vs 48).
• Beats #11 Kia EV6 Light Long Range RWD on value (95 vs 78).

Score breakdown

Full specs

Starting MSRP

$34,995

EPA range

319 miEPA ✓

Efficiency

31.1 kWh/100 mi (~108 MPGe)

DC fast peak

150 kW

Charge port

NACS · Supercharger access

0–60 mph

7.9 s (mfr)

Drivetrain

FWD

Seats

5

Cargo

57 cu ft max

US sales

18,1542026 YTD (through Q3)

Jan–Sep 2026 US estimate vs Jan–Sep 2025, model-level (all trims combined). 2026 demand is down ~30% market-wide after the $7,500 federal credit ended Sept 30, 2025.

Sources

• FuelEconomy.gov (EPA) — 2026 Chevrolet Equinox EV FWD (vehicle id 49953)
• Chevrolet official Equinox EV page (MSRP/specs)
• KBB/Cox Q3 2026 EV Sales Report (estimates as of 10/13/26)

Why #11

• Sportier Ioniq 5 twin with same ultra-fast charging; tighter back seat.
• Strongest on efficiency (87) and value (78); weakest on range (49).
• Sits below #10 Chevrolet Equinox EV LT FWD mainly on value (95 vs 78).
• Beats #12 Lucid Air Touring on value (78 vs 47).

Score breakdown

Full specs

Starting MSRP

$42,900

EPA range

319 miEPA ✓

Efficiency

29.6 kWh/100 mi (~114 MPGe)

DC fast peak

235 kW

Charge port

NACS · Supercharger access

0–60 mph

7 s (mfr)

Drivetrain

RWD

Seats

5

Cargo

~50 cu ft max

US sales

6,2642026 YTD (through Q3)

Jan–Sep 2026 US estimate vs Jan–Sep 2025, model-level (all trims combined). 2026 demand is down ~30% market-wide after the $7,500 federal credit ended Sept 30, 2025.

Sources

• FuelEconomy.gov (EPA) — 2026 Kia EV6 Long Range RWD (vehicle id 50214)
• Kia official EV6 page (MSRP/specs)
• KBB/Cox Q3 2026 EV Sales Report (estimates as of 10/13/26)

Why #12

• The efficiency king of luxury: 400+ miles on a reasonable battery. Small dealer footprint.
• Strongest on efficiency (98) and charging (87); weakest on practicality (40).
• Sits below #11 Kia EV6 Light Long Range RWD mainly on value (78 vs 47).
• Beats #13 Hyundai Ioniq 9 SE RWD on efficiency (98 vs 68).

Score breakdown

Full specs

Starting MSRP

$79,900

EPA range

431 miEPA ✓

Efficiency

25.2 kWh/100 mi (~134 MPGe)

DC fast peak

300 kW

Charge port

NACS · Supercharger access

0–60 mph

3.4 s (mfr)

Drivetrain

AWD

Seats

5

Cargo

Trunk + big frunk

US sales

2,2722026 YTD (through Q3)

Jan–Sep 2026 US estimate vs Jan–Sep 2025, model-level (all trims combined). 2026 demand is down ~30% market-wide after the $7,500 federal credit ended Sept 30, 2025.

Sources

• FuelEconomy.gov (EPA) — 2026 Lucid Air Touring AWD with 19 inch wheels (vehicle id 49972)
• Lucid official Air page (MSRP/specs)
• KBB/Cox Q3 2026 EV Sales Report (estimates as of 10/13/26)

Why #13

• Best-in-class 3-row range with fast 800V charging and a lounge cabin.
• Strongest on practicality (84) and charging (70); weakest on range (54).
• Sits below #12 Lucid Air Touring mainly on efficiency (98 vs 68).
• Beats #14 Nissan Leaf SV+ on practicality (84 vs 56).

Score breakdown

Full specs

Starting MSRP

$58,955

EPA range

335 miEPA ✓

Efficiency

37 kWh/100 mi (~92 MPGe)

DC fast peak

235 kW

Charge port

NACS · Supercharger access

0–60 mph

6.5 s (mfr)

Drivetrain

RWD

Seats

7

Cargo

3-row; ~87 cu ft max

US sales

6,5212026 YTD (through Q3)

Jan–Sep 2026 US estimate vs Jan–Sep 2025, model-level (all trims combined). 2026 demand is down ~30% market-wide after the $7,500 federal credit ended Sept 30, 2025.

Sources

• FuelEconomy.gov (EPA) — 2026 Hyundai Ioniq 9 RWD (vehicle id 49661)
• Hyundai official Ioniq 9 page (MSRP/specs)
• KBB/Cox Q3 2026 EV Sales Report (estimates as of 10/13/26)

Why #14

• All-new Leaf finally gets liquid cooling, NACS and 300 miles at Bolt money.
• Strongest on value (100) and efficiency (91); weakest on range (45).
• Sits below #13 Hyundai Ioniq 9 SE RWD mainly on practicality (84 vs 56).
• Beats #15 Mercedes-Benz CLA 250+ with EQ Technology on value (100 vs 73).

Score breakdown

Full specs

Starting MSRP

$29,990

EPA range

303 miEPA ✓

Efficiency

27.8 kWh/100 mi (~121 MPGe)

DC fast peak

150 kW

Charge port

NACS · Supercharger access

0–60 mph

7.5 s (mfr)

Drivetrain

FWD

Seats

5

Cargo

Crossover-hatch ~55 cu ft max

US sales

2,3182026 YTD (through Q3)

Jan–Sep 2026 US estimate vs Jan–Sep 2025, model-level (all trims combined). 2026 demand is down ~30% market-wide after the $7,500 federal credit ended Sept 30, 2025.

Sources

• FuelEconomy.gov (EPA) — 2026 Nissan LEAF 75kWh (18 inch steel Wheels) (vehicle id 49975)
• Nissan official Leaf page (MSRP/specs)
• KBB/Cox Q3 2026 EV Sales Report (estimates as of 10/13/26)

Why #15

• 800V, ~370+ miles and Tesla-class efficiency — the most important Mercedes EV in years.
• Strongest on efficiency (93) and charging (80); weakest on practicality (32).
• Sits below #14 Nissan Leaf SV+ mainly on value (100 vs 73).
• Beats #16 Tesla Model 3 Performance on range (65 vs 48).

Heads-up: New for 2026; no full-year US sales yet.

Score breakdown

Full specs

Starting MSRP

$47,250

EPA range

374 miEPA ✓

Efficiency

27 kWh/100 mi (~126 MPGe)

DC fast peak

320 kW

Charge port

CCS · Supercharger access

0–60 mph

6.6 s (mfr)

Drivetrain

RWD

Seats

5

Cargo

Trunk + small frunk

US sales

1,5042026 YTD (through Q3)

Jan–Sep 2026 US estimate vs Jan–Sep 2025, model-level (all trims combined); new model, no 2025 comparison. 2026 demand is down ~30% market-wide after the $7,500 federal credit ended Sept 30, 2025.

Sources

• FuelEconomy.gov (EPA) — 2026 Mercedes-Benz CLA250 Plus with EQ Tech (R22) (vehicle id 50031)
• Mercedes-Benz official CLA page (MSRP/specs)
• KBB/Cox Q3 2026 EV Sales Report (estimates as of 10/13/26)

Why #16

• Sub-3-second sedan with adaptive dampers that's still efficient enough for daily use.
• Strongest on market proof (sales) (90) and efficiency (85); weakest on practicality (36).
• Sits below #15 Mercedes-Benz CLA 250+ with EQ Technology mainly on range (65 vs 48).
• Beats #17 Ford Mustang Mach-E Premium AWD Extended Range on charging (73 vs 48).

Score breakdown

Full specs

Starting MSRP

$54,990

EPA range

314 miEPA ✓

Efficiency

30.2 kWh/100 mi (~111 MPGe)

DC fast peak

250 kW

Charge port

NACS · Supercharger access

0–60 mph

2.9 s (mfr)

Drivetrain

AWD

Seats

5

Cargo

Trunk + frunk

US sales

106,9622026 YTD (through Q3)

Jan–Sep 2026 US estimate vs Jan–Sep 2025, model-level (all trims combined). 2026 demand is down ~30% market-wide after the $7,500 federal credit ended Sept 30, 2025.

Sources

• FuelEconomy.gov (EPA) — 2026 Tesla Model 3 Performance AWD (vehicle id 50250)
• Tesla official Model 3 page (MSRP/specs)
• KBB/Cox Q3 2026 EV Sales Report (estimates as of 10/13/26)

Why #17

• Fun to drive, BlueCruise is excellent, consistently a top-5 seller. Charging is average.
• Strongest on efficiency (80) and value (78); weakest on range (44).
• Sits below #16 Tesla Model 3 Performance mainly on charging (73 vs 48).
• Beats #18 Chevrolet Bolt LT on range (44 vs 33).

Score breakdown

Full specs

Starting MSRP

$39,995

EPA range

300 miEPA ✓

Efficiency

32.3 kWh/100 mi (~104 MPGe)

DC fast peak

150 kW

Charge port

NACS · Supercharger access

0–60 mph

4.8 s (mfr)

Drivetrain

AWD

Seats

5

Cargo

~64 cu ft + drainable frunk

US sales

17,2062026 YTD (through Q3)

Jan–Sep 2026 US estimate vs Jan–Sep 2025, model-level (all trims combined). 2026 demand is down ~30% market-wide after the $7,500 federal credit ended Sept 30, 2025.

Sources

• FuelEconomy.gov (EPA) — 2026 Ford Mustang Mach-E AWD Extended (vehicle id 50201)
• Ford official Mustang Mach-E page (MSRP/specs)
• KBB/Cox Q3 2026 EV Sales Report (estimates as of 10/13/26)

Why #18

• Cheapest sensible new EV, now with NACS and LFP; slow-ish on road trips.
• Strongest on value (94) and efficiency (90); weakest on range (33).
• Sits below #17 Ford Mustang Mach-E Premium AWD Extended Range mainly on range (44 vs 33).
• Beats #19 Cadillac Escalade IQ Sport 1 on value (94 vs 22).

Heads-up: Relaunched for 2027; 2025 sales reflect the old Bolt's run-out.

Score breakdown

Full specs

Starting MSRP

$28,995

EPA range

262 miEPA ✓

Efficiency

28.2 kWh/100 mi (~120 MPGe)

DC fast peak

150 kW

Charge port

NACS · Supercharger access

0–60 mph

—

Drivetrain

FWD

Seats

5

Cargo

Crossover-hatch, ~57 cu ft max

US sales

8,0902026 YTD (through Q3)

Jan–Sep 2026 US estimate vs Jan–Sep 2025, model-level (all trims combined). 2026 demand is down ~30% market-wide after the $7,500 federal credit ended Sept 30, 2025.

Sources

• FuelEconomy.gov (EPA) — 2027 Chevrolet BOLT (vehicle id 50372)
• Chevrolet official Bolt page (MSRP/specs)
• KBB/Cox Q3 2026 EV Sales Report (estimates as of 10/13/26)

Why #19

• Massive range from a 200 kWh pack; outrageous price and weight.
• Strongest on charging (100) and practicality (95); weakest on value (22).
• Sits below #18 Chevrolet Bolt LT mainly on value (94 vs 22).
• Beats #20 GMC Sierra EV Elevation Extended Range on practicality (95 vs 70).

Score breakdown

Full specs

Starting MSRP

$127,700

EPA range

460 mimfr/est.

Efficiency

55 kWh/100 mi (~61 MPGe)

DC fast peak

350 kW

Charge port

NACS · Supercharger access

0–60 mph

4.7 s (mfr)

Drivetrain

AWD

Seats

7

Cargo

~120 cu ft max + 'eTrunk'

US sales

4,8072026 YTD (through Q3)

Jan–Sep 2026 US estimate vs Jan–Sep 2025, model-level (all trims combined). 2026 demand is down ~30% market-wide after the $7,500 federal credit ended Sept 30, 2025.

Sources

• FuelEconomy.gov (EPA) — Cadillac Escalade
• Cadillac official Escalade IQ page (MSRP/specs)
• KBB/Cox Q3 2026 EV Sales Report (estimates as of 10/13/26)

Why #20

• Silverado EV's range with a nicer cabin and badge; same size issues.
• Strongest on charging (100) and range (76); weakest on efficiency (36).
• Sits below #19 Cadillac Escalade IQ Sport 1 mainly on practicality (95 vs 70).
• Beats #21 Rivian R1S Dual Large on charging (100 vs 66).

Score breakdown

Full specs

Starting MSRP

$77,695

EPA range

410 miEPA ✓

Efficiency

49.5 kWh/100 mi (~68 MPGe)

DC fast peak

350 kW

Charge port

NACS · Supercharger access

0–60 mph

4.5 s (mfr)

Drivetrain

AWD

Seats

5

Cargo

Multipro midgate, 5.9-ft bed

US sales

4,7052026 YTD (through Q3)

Jan–Sep 2026 US estimate vs Jan–Sep 2025, model-level (all trims combined). 2026 demand is down ~30% market-wide after the $7,500 federal credit ended Sept 30, 2025.

Sources

• FuelEconomy.gov (EPA) — 2026 GMC SIERRA EV Ext Range (11kW Charger) (vehicle id 49658)
• GMC official Sierra EV page (MSRP/specs)
• KBB/Cox Q3 2026 EV Sales Report (estimates as of 10/13/26)

Why #21

• Best adventure SUV on sale: 3 rows, 7,700-lb tow, and a 2025 top-10 seller.
• Strongest on practicality (92) and market proof (sales) (69); weakest on value (39).
• Sits below #20 GMC Sierra EV Elevation Extended Range mainly on charging (100 vs 66).
• Beats #22 Kia EV9 Light Long Range RWD on practicality (92 vs 81).

Score breakdown

Full specs

Starting MSRP

$77,900

EPA range

329 miEPA ✓

Efficiency

39.5 kWh/100 mi (~85 MPGe)

DC fast peak

220 kW

Charge port

NACS · Supercharger access

0–60 mph

4.3 s (mfr)

Drivetrain

AWD

Seats

7

Cargo

3-row; ~104 cu ft + frunk

US sales

17,2592026 YTD (through Q3)

Jan–Sep 2026 US estimate vs Jan–Sep 2025, model-level (all trims combined). 2026 demand is down ~30% market-wide after the $7,500 federal credit ended Sept 30, 2025.

Sources

• FuelEconomy.gov (EPA) — 2026 Rivian R1S Dual Large (22in) (vehicle id 49732)
• Rivian official R1S page (MSRP/specs)
• KBB/Cox Q3 2026 EV Sales Report (estimates as of 10/13/26)

Why #22

• The 3-row EV that made the segment make sense: real third row, fast charging, tows 5,000 lb (AWD).
• Strongest on practicality (81) and efficiency (65); weakest on range (45).
• Sits below #21 Rivian R1S Dual Large mainly on practicality (92 vs 81).
• Beats #23 Subaru Solterra Premium AWD on practicality (81 vs 62).

Score breakdown

Full specs

Starting MSRP

$54,900

EPA range

305 miEPA ✓

Efficiency

38 kWh/100 mi (~89 MPGe)

DC fast peak

215 kW

Charge port

NACS · Supercharger access

0–60 mph

8.8 s (mfr)

Drivetrain

RWD

Seats

7

Cargo

3-row; ~82 cu ft max

US sales

12,4292026 YTD (through Q3)

Jan–Sep 2026 US estimate vs Jan–Sep 2025, model-level (all trims combined). 2026 demand is down ~30% market-wide after the $7,500 federal credit ended Sept 30, 2025.

Sources

• FuelEconomy.gov (EPA) — 2026 Kia EV9 Long Range RWD (vehicle id 49666)
• Kia official EV9 page (MSRP/specs)
• KBB/Cox Q3 2026 EV Sales Report (estimates as of 10/13/26)

Why #23

• Refreshed bZ twin with standard AWD and X-Mode; finally competitive.
• Strongest on efficiency (91) and value (78); weakest on range (40).
• Sits below #22 Kia EV9 Light Long Range RWD mainly on practicality (81 vs 62).
• Beats #24 Lexus RZ 350e on value (78 vs 64).

Score breakdown

Full specs

Starting MSRP

$38,495

EPA range

288 miEPA ✓

Efficiency

28 kWh/100 mi (~120 MPGe)

DC fast peak

150 kW

Charge port

NACS · Supercharger access

0–60 mph

6.5 s (mfr)

Drivetrain

AWD

Seats

5

Cargo

~58 cu ft max

US sales

5,6352026 YTD (through Q3)

Jan–Sep 2026 US estimate vs Jan–Sep 2025, model-level (all trims combined). 2026 demand is down ~30% market-wide after the $7,500 federal credit ended Sept 30, 2025.

Sources

• FuelEconomy.gov (EPA) — 2026 Subaru Solterra AWD (vehicle id 49982)
• Subaru official Solterra page (MSRP/specs)
• KBB/Cox Q3 2026 EV Sales Report (estimates as of 10/13/26)

Why #24

• Refined and quiet, but range trails cheaper rivals.
• Strongest on efficiency (94) and value (64); weakest on range (44).
• Sits below #23 Subaru Solterra Premium AWD mainly on value (78 vs 64).
• Beats #25 Chevrolet Blazer EV LT on efficiency (94 vs 80).

Score breakdown

Full specs

Starting MSRP

$46,295

EPA range

301 miEPA ✓

Efficiency

26.6 kWh/100 mi (~126 MPGe)

DC fast peak

150 kW

Charge port

NACS · Supercharger access

0–60 mph

7.3 s (mfr)

Drivetrain

FWD

Seats

5

Cargo

~48 cu ft max

US sales

10,2142026 YTD (through Q3)

Jan–Sep 2026 US estimate vs Jan–Sep 2025, model-level (all trims combined). 2026 demand is down ~30% market-wide after the $7,500 federal credit ended Sept 30, 2025.

Sources

• FuelEconomy.gov (EPA) — 2026 Lexus RZ 350e FWD (18 inch wheels) (vehicle id 50291)
• Lexus official RZ page (MSRP/specs)
• KBB/Cox Q3 2026 EV Sales Report (estimates as of 10/13/26)

Why #25

• Sharper, roomier Equinox sibling; costs ~$10k more for not much more.
• Strongest on efficiency (80) and value (75); weakest on range (47).
• Sits below #24 Lexus RZ 350e mainly on efficiency (94 vs 80).
• Beats #26 Tesla Model X Long Range AWD on value (75 vs 30).

Score breakdown

Full specs

Starting MSRP

$44,600

EPA range

312 miEPA ✓

Efficiency

32.3 kWh/100 mi (~104 MPGe)

DC fast peak

150 kW

Charge port

NACS · Supercharger access

0–60 mph

6 s (mfr)

Drivetrain

FWD

Seats

5

Cargo

60 cu ft max

US sales

4,4272026 YTD (through Q3)

Jan–Sep 2026 US estimate vs Jan–Sep 2025, model-level (all trims combined). 2026 demand is down ~30% market-wide after the $7,500 federal credit ended Sept 30, 2025.

Sources

• FuelEconomy.gov (EPA) — 2026 Chevrolet Blazer EV FWD (vehicle id 49644)
• Chevrolet official Blazer EV page (MSRP/specs)
• KBB/Cox Q3 2026 EV Sales Report (estimates as of 10/13/26)

Why #26

• Fast 3-row with Supercharger ease; Falcon doors and price are the catch.
• Strongest on practicality (86) and efficiency (80); weakest on value (30).
• Sits below #25 Chevrolet Blazer EV LT mainly on value (75 vs 30).
• Beats #27 Hyundai Ioniq 6 SE RWD Long Range on practicality (86 vs 30).

Score breakdown

Full specs

Starting MSRP

$89,990

EPA range

352 miEPA ✓

Efficiency

32.2 kWh/100 mi (~105 MPGe)

DC fast peak

250 kW

Charge port

NACS · Supercharger access

0–60 mph

3.8 s (mfr)

Drivetrain

AWD

Seats

7

Cargo

Up to ~91 cu ft; 6/7 seats

US sales

3,2682026 YTD (through Q3)

Jan–Sep 2026 US estimate vs Jan–Sep 2025, model-level (all trims combined). 2026 demand is down ~30% market-wide after the $7,500 federal credit ended Sept 30, 2025.

Sources

• FuelEconomy.gov (EPA) — 2026 Tesla Model X (vehicle id 49745)
• Tesla official Model X page (MSRP/specs)
• KBB/Cox Q3 2026 EV Sales Report (estimates as of 10/13/26)

Why #27

• One of the most efficient EVs sold, with 800V charging; tight trunk and rear headroom.
• Strongest on efficiency (96) and value (81); weakest on practicality (30).
• Sits below #26 Tesla Model X Long Range AWD mainly on practicality (86 vs 30).
• Beats #28 Tesla Cybertruck AWD on efficiency (96 vs 53).

Score breakdown

Full specs

Starting MSRP

$42,600

EPA range

342 miEPA ✓

Efficiency

26 kWh/100 mi (~132 MPGe)

DC fast peak

235 kW

Charge port

CCS · Supercharger access

0–60 mph

7.4 s (mfr)

Drivetrain

RWD

Seats

5

Cargo

Small 11 cu ft trunk

US sales

1,3482026 YTD (through Q3)

Jan–Sep 2026 US estimate vs Jan–Sep 2025, model-level (all trims combined). 2026 demand is down ~30% market-wide after the $7,500 federal credit ended Sept 30, 2025.

Sources

• FuelEconomy.gov (EPA) — 2025 Hyundai Ioniq 6 RWD (18 inch Wheels) (vehicle id 48362)
• Hyundai official Ioniq 6 page (MSRP/specs)
• KBB/Cox Q3 2026 EV Sales Report (estimates as of 10/13/26)

Why #28

• Huge charging speed for a truck and Supercharger access; polarizing, heavy, sales halved in 2025.
• Strongest on charging (94) and practicality (72); weakest on value (39).
• Sits below #27 Hyundai Ioniq 6 SE RWD Long Range mainly on efficiency (96 vs 53).
• Beats #29 Tesla Model S Long Range AWD on practicality (72 vs 42).

Score breakdown

Full specs

Starting MSRP

$79,990

EPA range

325 miEPA ✓

Efficiency

42.9 kWh/100 mi (~78 MPGe)

DC fast peak

325 kW

Charge port

NACS · Supercharger access

0–60 mph

4.1 s (mfr)

Drivetrain

AWD

Seats

5

Cargo

6-ft vault bed + frunk

US sales

11,5862026 YTD (through Q3)

Jan–Sep 2026 US estimate vs Jan–Sep 2025, model-level (all trims combined). 2026 demand is down ~30% market-wide after the $7,500 federal credit ended Sept 30, 2025.

Sources

• FuelEconomy.gov (EPA) — 2026 Tesla Cybertruck Dual Motor AWD (vehicle id 50460)
• Tesla official Cybertruck page (MSRP/specs)
• KBB/Cox Q3 2026 EV Sales Report (estimates as of 10/13/26)

Why #29

• Still one of the longest-range EVs you can buy; aging interior and sliding sales.
• Strongest on efficiency (93) and range (76); weakest on value (36).
• Sits below #28 Tesla Cybertruck AWD mainly on practicality (72 vs 42).
• Beats #30 BMW i4 eDrive40 on range (76 vs 53).

Score breakdown

Full specs

Starting MSRP

$84,990

EPA range

410 miEPA ✓

Efficiency

27.1 kWh/100 mi (~124 MPGe)

DC fast peak

250 kW

Charge port

NACS · Supercharger access

0–60 mph

3.1 s (mfr)

Drivetrain

AWD

Seats

5

Cargo

Big liftback + frunk

US sales

1,8872026 YTD (through Q3)

Jan–Sep 2026 US estimate vs Jan–Sep 2025, model-level (all trims combined). 2026 demand is down ~30% market-wide after the $7,500 federal credit ended Sept 30, 2025.

Sources

• FuelEconomy.gov (EPA) — 2026 Tesla Model S (vehicle id 49741)
• Tesla official Model S page (MSRP/specs)
• KBB/Cox Q3 2026 EV Sales Report (estimates as of 10/13/26)

Why #30

• The best-driving mainstream luxury EV sedan, with a useful hatch.
• Strongest on efficiency (89) and market proof (sales) (60); weakest on practicality (48).
• Sits below #29 Tesla Model S Long Range AWD mainly on range (76 vs 53).
• Beats #31 Volkswagen ID.4 Pro RWD on range (53 vs 41).

Score breakdown

Full specs

Starting MSRP

$57,900

EPA range

333 miEPA ✓

Efficiency

28.5 kWh/100 mi (~118 MPGe)

DC fast peak

205 kW

Charge port

CCS · Supercharger access

0–60 mph

5.5 s (mfr)

Drivetrain

RWD

Seats

5

Cargo

Gran Coupe hatch ~47 cu ft max

US sales

7,6252026 YTD (through Q3)

Jan–Sep 2026 US estimate vs Jan–Sep 2025, model-level (all trims combined). 2026 demand is down ~30% market-wide after the $7,500 federal credit ended Sept 30, 2025.

Sources

• FuelEconomy.gov (EPA) — 2026 BMW i4 eDrive40 Gran Coupe (18 inch wheels) (vehicle id 50188)
• BMW official i4 page (MSRP/specs)
• KBB/Cox Q3 2026 EV Sales Report (estimates as of 10/13/26)

Why #31

• Roomy, comfortable, often discounted; clunky infotainment.
• Strongest on efficiency (86) and practicality (65); weakest on range (41).
• Sits below #30 BMW i4 eDrive40 mainly on range (53 vs 41).
• Beats #32 Honda Prologue EX AWD on efficiency (86 vs 75).

Heads-up: 2026 US production paused; mostly 2025 inventory.

Score breakdown

Full specs

Starting MSRP

$45,095

EPA range

291 miEPA ✓

Efficiency

29.8 kWh/100 mi (~113 MPGe)

DC fast peak

175 kW

Charge port

NACS · Supercharger access

0–60 mph

5.4 s (mfr)

Drivetrain

RWD

Seats

5

Cargo

~64 cu ft max

US sales

3,1942026 YTD (through Q3)

Jan–Sep 2026 US estimate vs Jan–Sep 2025, model-level (all trims combined). 2026 demand is down ~30% market-wide after the $7,500 federal credit ended Sept 30, 2025.

Sources

• FuelEconomy.gov (EPA) — 2025 Volkswagen ID.4 Pro (vehicle id 49156)
• Volkswagen official ID.4 page (MSRP/specs)
• KBB/Cox Q3 2026 EV Sales Report (estimates as of 10/13/26)

Why #32

• GM Ultium underneath, Honda dealer on top; roomy, comfortable, quietly a top-6 seller.
• Strongest on efficiency (75) and market proof (sales) (66); weakest on range (42).
• Sits below #31 Volkswagen ID.4 Pro RWD mainly on efficiency (86 vs 75).
• Beats #33 Cadillac Optiq Luxury 2 AWD on value (62 vs 58).

Score breakdown

Full specs

Starting MSRP

$47,400

EPA range

294 miEPA ✓

Efficiency

34.1 kWh/100 mi (~99 MPGe)

DC fast peak

150 kW

Charge port

NACS · Supercharger access

0–60 mph

6.3 s (mfr)

Drivetrain

AWD

Seats

5

Cargo

~57 cu ft max

US sales

13,2892026 YTD (through Q3)

Jan–Sep 2026 US estimate vs Jan–Sep 2025, model-level (all trims combined). 2026 demand is down ~30% market-wide after the $7,500 federal credit ended Sept 30, 2025.

Sources

• FuelEconomy.gov (EPA) — 2026 Honda Prologue AWD Touring (vehicle id 50206)
• Honda official Prologue page (MSRP/specs)
• KBB/Cox Q3 2026 EV Sales Report (estimates as of 10/13/26)

Why #33

• Entry Cadillac on Equinox EV bones with nicer cabin; charging is middling.
• Strongest on efficiency (76) and market proof (sales) (64); weakest on range (45).
• Sits below #32 Honda Prologue EX AWD mainly on value (62 vs 58).
• Beats #34 Audi A6 Sportback e-tron Premium on market proof (sales) (64 vs 25).

Score breakdown

Full specs

Starting MSRP

$54,895

EPA range

303 miEPA ✓

Efficiency

34 kWh/100 mi (~99 MPGe)

DC fast peak

150 kW

Charge port

NACS · Supercharger access

0–60 mph

5.9 s (mfr)

Drivetrain

AWD

Seats

5

Cargo

57 cu ft max

US sales

11,6332026 YTD (through Q3)

Jan–Sep 2026 US estimate vs Jan–Sep 2025, model-level (all trims combined). 2026 demand is down ~30% market-wide after the $7,500 federal credit ended Sept 30, 2025.

Sources

• FuelEconomy.gov (EPA) — 2026 Cadillac OPTIQ AWD (11 kW Charger) (vehicle id 49951)
• Cadillac official Optiq page (MSRP/specs)
• KBB/Cox Q3 2026 EV Sales Report (estimates as of 10/13/26)

Why #34

• Over 380 miles and 270 kW — one of the best long-distance luxury EVs.
• Strongest on efficiency (93) and range (69); weakest on market proof (sales) (25).
• Sits below #33 Cadillac Optiq Luxury 2 AWD mainly on market proof (sales) (64 vs 25).
• Beats #35 Rivian R1T Dual Large on efficiency (93 vs 62).

Score breakdown

Full specs

Starting MSRP

$65,900

EPA range

386 mimfr/est.

Efficiency

27 kWh/100 mi (~125 MPGe)

DC fast peak

270 kW

Charge port

CCS · Supercharger access

0–60 mph

5.1 s (mfr)

Drivetrain

RWD

Seats

5

Cargo

Liftback ~18 cu ft

US sales

3822026 YTD (through Q3)

Jan–Sep 2026 US estimate vs Jan–Sep 2025, model-level (all trims combined). 2026 demand is down ~30% market-wide after the $7,500 federal credit ended Sept 30, 2025.

Sources

• FuelEconomy.gov (EPA) — Audi A6
• Audi official A6 Sportback e-tron page (MSRP/specs)
• KBB/Cox Q3 2026 EV Sales Report (estimates as of 10/13/26)

Why #35

• Best-driving EV pickup with clever storage; short bed and towing halves range.
• Strongest on practicality (69) and charging (66); weakest on value (41).
• Sits below #34 Audi A6 Sportback e-tron Premium mainly on efficiency (93 vs 62).
• Beats #36 Ford Mustang Mach-E GT on charging (66 vs 43).

Score breakdown

Full specs

Starting MSRP

$73,990

EPA range

329 miEPA ✓

Efficiency

39.5 kWh/100 mi (~85 MPGe)

DC fast peak

220 kW

Charge port

NACS · Supercharger access

0–60 mph

4.5 s (mfr)

Drivetrain

AWD

Seats

5

Cargo

4.5-ft bed + gear tunnel + frunk

US sales

4,6092026 YTD (through Q3)

Jan–Sep 2026 US estimate vs Jan–Sep 2025, model-level (all trims combined). 2026 demand is down ~30% market-wide after the $7,500 federal credit ended Sept 30, 2025.

Sources

• FuelEconomy.gov (EPA) — 2026 Rivian R1T Dual Large (22in) (vehicle id 49707)
• Rivian official R1T page (MSRP/specs)
• KBB/Cox Q3 2026 EV Sales Report (estimates as of 10/13/26)

Why #36

• Quick and charming, but a Model Y Performance is faster, further-going and similar money.
• Strongest on market proof (sales) (69) and efficiency (67); weakest on range (38).
• Sits below #35 Rivian R1T Dual Large mainly on charging (66 vs 43).
• Beats #37 Cadillac Lyriq Luxury AWD on value (55 vs 43).

Score breakdown

Full specs

Starting MSRP

$54,495

EPA range

280 miEPA ✓

Efficiency

37.4 kWh/100 mi (~90 MPGe)

DC fast peak

150 kW

Charge port

NACS · Supercharger access

0–60 mph

3.3 s (mfr)

Drivetrain

AWD

Seats

5

Cargo

Same as Mach-E

US sales

17,2062026 YTD (through Q3)

Jan–Sep 2026 US estimate vs Jan–Sep 2025, model-level (all trims combined). 2026 demand is down ~30% market-wide after the $7,500 federal credit ended Sept 30, 2025.

Sources

• FuelEconomy.gov (EPA) — 2026 Ford Mustang Mach-E GT (vehicle id 50202)
• Ford official Mustang Mach-E page (MSRP/specs)
• KBB/Cox Q3 2026 EV Sales Report (estimates as of 10/13/26)

Why #37

• Quiet, plush, gorgeous; undercuts German rivals. Not efficient.
• Strongest on practicality (64) and market proof (sales) (64); weakest on value (43).
• Sits below #36 Ford Mustang Mach-E GT mainly on value (55 vs 43).
• Beats #38 Cadillac Vistiq Luxury AWD on value (43 vs 37).

Score breakdown

Full specs

Starting MSRP

$63,000

EPA range

303 miEPA ✓

Efficiency

39.7 kWh/100 mi (~85 MPGe)

DC fast peak

190 kW

Charge port

NACS · Supercharger access

0–60 mph

5.3 s (mfr)

Drivetrain

AWD

Seats

5

Cargo

61 cu ft max

US sales

11,1952026 YTD (through Q3)

Jan–Sep 2026 US estimate vs Jan–Sep 2025, model-level (all trims combined). 2026 demand is down ~30% market-wide after the $7,500 federal credit ended Sept 30, 2025.

Sources

• FuelEconomy.gov (EPA) — 2026 Cadillac LYRIQ AWD (vehicle id 49948)
• Cadillac official Lyriq page (MSRP/specs)
• KBB/Cox Q3 2026 EV Sales Report (estimates as of 10/13/26)

Why #38

• A genuinely luxurious 3-row EV with strong range; very thirsty.
• Strongest on practicality (80) and efficiency (62); weakest on value (37).
• Sits below #37 Cadillac Lyriq Luxury AWD mainly on value (43 vs 37).
• Beats #39 Audi Q6 e-tron Premium quattro on practicality (80 vs 61).

Score breakdown

Full specs

Starting MSRP

$78,790

EPA range

305 miEPA ✓

Efficiency

39.3 kWh/100 mi (~86 MPGe)

DC fast peak

190 kW

Charge port

NACS · Supercharger access

0–60 mph

3.7 s (mfr)

Drivetrain

AWD

Seats

7

Cargo

3-row; ~80 cu ft max

US sales

6,4902026 YTD (through Q3)

Jan–Sep 2026 US estimate vs Jan–Sep 2025, model-level (all trims combined). 2026 demand is down ~30% market-wide after the $7,500 federal credit ended Sept 30, 2025.

Sources

• FuelEconomy.gov (EPA) — 2026 Cadillac VISTIQ (11 kW Charger) (vehicle id 49636)
• Cadillac official Vistiq page (MSRP/specs)
• KBB/Cox Q3 2026 EV Sales Report (estimates as of 10/13/26)

Why #39

• 800V PPE platform: fast charging, solid range, sold 17k in year one.
• Strongest on efficiency (76) and charging (67); weakest on market proof (sales) (43).
• Sits below #38 Cadillac Vistiq Luxury AWD mainly on practicality (80 vs 61).
• Beats #40 Tesla Cybertruck Cyberbeast on efficiency (76 vs 48).

Score breakdown

Full specs

Starting MSRP

$63,800

EPA range

307 miEPA ✓

Efficiency

34 kWh/100 mi (~99 MPGe)

DC fast peak

270 kW

Charge port

CCS · Supercharger access

0–60 mph

5.3 s (mfr)

Drivetrain

AWD

Seats

5

Cargo

~56 cu ft + frunk

US sales

1,8682026 YTD (through Q3)

Jan–Sep 2026 US estimate vs Jan–Sep 2025, model-level (all trims combined). 2026 demand is down ~30% market-wide after the $7,500 federal credit ended Sept 30, 2025.

Sources

• FuelEconomy.gov (EPA) — 2025 Audi Q6 e-tron quattro (19 inch wheels) (vehicle id 48297)
• Audi official Q6 e-tron page (MSRP/specs)
• KBB/Cox Q3 2026 EV Sales Report (estimates as of 10/13/26)

Why #40

• A 2.6-second pickup. Spectacle, not value.
• Strongest on charging (94) and practicality (72); weakest on value (15).
• Sits below #39 Audi Q6 e-tron Premium quattro mainly on efficiency (76 vs 48).
• Beats #41 Volvo EX30 Single Motor Extended Range on charging (94 vs 31).

Score breakdown

Full specs

Starting MSRP

$114,990

EPA range

301 mimfr/est.

Efficiency

45 kWh/100 mi (~75 MPGe)

DC fast peak

325 kW

Charge port

NACS · Supercharger access

0–60 mph

2.6 s (mfr)

Drivetrain

AWD

Seats

5

Cargo

Same bed as AWD

US sales

11,5862026 YTD (through Q3)

Jan–Sep 2026 US estimate vs Jan–Sep 2025, model-level (all trims combined). 2026 demand is down ~30% market-wide after the $7,500 federal credit ended Sept 30, 2025.

Sources

• FuelEconomy.gov (EPA) — Tesla Cybertruck
• Tesla official Cybertruck page (MSRP/specs)
• KBB/Cox Q3 2026 EV Sales Report (estimates as of 10/13/26)

Why #41

• Stylish, quick small Volvo; minimal controls and tiny cargo.
• Strongest on efficiency (88) and value (72); weakest on charging (31).
• Sits below #40 Tesla Cybertruck Cyberbeast mainly on charging (94 vs 31).
• Beats #42 Porsche Macan Electric Base on value (72 vs 38).

Score breakdown

Full specs

Starting MSRP

$39,995

EPA range

261 miEPA ✓

Efficiency

29.2 kWh/100 mi (~116 MPGe)

DC fast peak

153 kW

Charge port

CCS · Supercharger access

0–60 mph

5.1 s (mfr)

Drivetrain

RWD

Seats

5

Cargo

Small ~32 cu ft max

US sales

3,1892026 YTD (through Q3)

Jan–Sep 2026 US estimate vs Jan–Sep 2025, model-level (all trims combined). 2026 demand is down ~30% market-wide after the $7,500 federal credit ended Sept 30, 2025.

Sources

• FuelEconomy.gov (EPA) — 2026 Volvo EX30 Single motor extended range (vehicle id 49989)
• Volvo official EX30 page (MSRP/specs)
• KBB/Cox Q3 2026 EV Sales Report (estimates as of 10/13/26)

Why #42

• Porsche handling, 800V charging, sales up 406% — a real hit.
• Strongest on efficiency (74) and charging (67); weakest on value (38).
• Sits below #41 Volvo EX30 Single Motor Extended Range mainly on value (72 vs 38).
• Beats #43 Volvo EX90 Twin Motor on efficiency (74 vs 65).

Score breakdown

Full specs

Starting MSRP

$77,900

EPA range

309 miEPA ✓

Efficiency

34.6 kWh/100 mi (~97 MPGe)

DC fast peak

270 kW

Charge port

CCS · Supercharger access

0–60 mph

5.4 s (mfr)

Drivetrain

RWD

Seats

5

Cargo

~47 cu ft + frunk

US sales

2,8692026 YTD (through Q3)

Jan–Sep 2026 US estimate vs Jan–Sep 2025, model-level (all trims combined). 2026 demand is down ~30% market-wide after the $7,500 federal credit ended Sept 30, 2025.

Sources

• FuelEconomy.gov (EPA) — 2026 Porsche Macan Electric (vehicle id 50296)
• Porsche official Macan Electric page (MSRP/specs)
• KBB/Cox Q3 2026 EV Sales Report (estimates as of 10/13/26)

Why #43

• Safe, beautiful 3-row; launch software bugs dented trust.
• Strongest on charging (73) and practicality (73); weakest on value (37).
• Sits below #42 Porsche Macan Electric Base mainly on efficiency (74 vs 65).
• Beats #44 Volvo EX40 Single Motor Extended Range on charging (73 vs 48).

Score breakdown

Full specs

Starting MSRP

$79,995

EPA range

305 miEPA ✓

Efficiency

38.3 kWh/100 mi (~88 MPGe)

DC fast peak

250 kW

Charge port

NACS · Supercharger access

0–60 mph

4.7 s (mfr)

Drivetrain

AWD

Seats

7

Cargo

3-row; ~66 cu ft max

US sales

1,7542026 YTD (through Q3)

Jan–Sep 2026 US estimate vs Jan–Sep 2025, model-level (all trims combined). 2026 demand is down ~30% market-wide after the $7,500 federal credit ended Sept 30, 2025.

Sources

• FuelEconomy.gov (EPA) — 2026 Volvo EX90 Twin Motor (21 Inch Wheels) (vehicle id 50257)
• Volvo official EX90 page (MSRP/specs)
• KBB/Cox Q3 2026 EV Sales Report (estimates as of 10/13/26)

Why #44

• Solid compact Volvo, but priced well above Korean rivals.
• Strongest on efficiency (81) and practicality (62); weakest on market proof (sales) (32).
• Sits below #43 Volvo EX90 Twin Motor mainly on charging (73 vs 48).
• Beats #45 Volkswagen ID. Buzz Pro S RWD on efficiency (81 vs 58).

Score breakdown

Full specs

Starting MSRP

$53,845

EPA range

296 miEPA ✓

Efficiency

31.7 kWh/100 mi (~106 MPGe)

DC fast peak

200 kW

Charge port

CCS · Supercharger access

0–60 mph

6.9 s (mfr)

Drivetrain

RWD

Seats

5

Cargo

~57 cu ft max

US sales

6832026 YTD (through Q3)

Jan–Sep 2026 US estimate vs Jan–Sep 2025, model-level (all trims combined). 2026 demand is down ~30% market-wide after the $7,500 federal credit ended Sept 30, 2025.

Sources

• FuelEconomy.gov (EPA) — 2026 Volvo EX40 (vehicle id 49747)
• Volvo official EX40 page (MSRP/specs)
• KBB/Cox Q3 2026 EV Sales Report (estimates as of 10/13/26)

Why #45

• Pure joy and huge space; short range and steep price.
• Strongest on practicality (100) and efficiency (58); weakest on range (25).
• Sits below #44 Volvo EX40 Single Motor Extended Range mainly on efficiency (81 vs 58).
• Beats #46 Genesis GV60 Advanced AWD on practicality (100 vs 61).

Score breakdown

Full specs

Starting MSRP

$59,995

EPA range

234 miEPA ✓

Efficiency

40.8 kWh/100 mi (~83 MPGe)

DC fast peak

200 kW

Charge port

NACS · Supercharger access

0–60 mph

7.6 s (mfr)

Drivetrain

RWD

Seats

7

Cargo

3-row van; ~145 cu ft max

US sales

1,9952026 YTD (through Q3)

Jan–Sep 2026 US estimate vs Jan–Sep 2025, model-level (all trims combined). 2026 demand is down ~30% market-wide after the $7,500 federal credit ended Sept 30, 2025.

Sources

• FuelEconomy.gov (EPA) — 2025 Volkswagen ID. Buzz (vehicle id 48444)
• Volkswagen official ID. Buzz page (MSRP/specs)
• KBB/Cox Q3 2026 EV Sales Report (estimates as of 10/13/26)

Why #46

• Luxury Ioniq 5 cousin with 800V charging; small and rare.
• Strongest on efficiency (72) and charging (65); weakest on market proof (sales) (34).
• Sits below #45 Volkswagen ID. Buzz Pro S RWD mainly on practicality (100 vs 61).
• Beats #47 Hyundai Kona Electric SE on charging (65 vs 17).

Score breakdown

Full specs

Starting MSRP

$52,350

EPA range

267 miEPA ✓

Efficiency

35.2 kWh/100 mi (~96 MPGe)

DC fast peak

235 kW

Charge port

NACS · Supercharger access

0–60 mph

4.9 s (mfr)

Drivetrain

AWD

Seats

5

Cargo

~55 cu ft max

US sales

8162026 YTD (through Q3)

Jan–Sep 2026 US estimate vs Jan–Sep 2025, model-level (all trims combined). 2026 demand is down ~30% market-wide after the $7,500 federal credit ended Sept 30, 2025.

Sources

• FuelEconomy.gov (EPA) — 2026 Genesis GV60 AWD Advanced (20 inch Wheels) (vehicle id 49654)
• Genesis official GV60 page (MSRP/specs)
• KBB/Cox Q3 2026 EV Sales Report (estimates as of 10/13/26)

Why #47

• Sensible, efficient small crossover; slow 100 kW charging limits it.
• Strongest on efficiency (88) and value (87); weakest on charging (17).
• Sits below #46 Genesis GV60 Advanced AWD mainly on charging (65 vs 17).
• Beats #48 Polestar 2 Long Range Single Motor on value (87 vs 61).

Score breakdown

Full specs

Starting MSRP

$32,975

EPA range

261 miEPA ✓

Efficiency

29.1 kWh/100 mi (~116 MPGe)

DC fast peak

100 kW

Charge port

CCS · Supercharger access

0–60 mph

7.8 s (mfr)

Drivetrain

FWD

Seats

5

Cargo

~64 cu ft max

US sales

Not reported2026 YTD (through Q3)

Not broken out by KBB/Cox (grouped in 'additional EV models') — we don't guess.

Sources

• FuelEconomy.gov (EPA) — 2025 Hyundai Kona Electric (17 inch Wheels) (vehicle id 48357)
• Hyundai official Kona Electric page (MSRP/specs)
• KBB/Cox Q3 2026 EV Sales Report (estimates as of 10/13/26)

Why #48

• Efficient Google-built-in fastback; tariffs and brand uncertainty hurt.
• Strongest on efficiency (87) and value (61); weakest on market proof (sales) (25).
• Sits below #47 Hyundai Kona Electric SE mainly on value (87 vs 61).
• Beats #49 BMW iX xDrive45 on value (61 vs 39).

Score breakdown

Full specs

Starting MSRP

$51,300

EPA range

314 miEPA ✓

Efficiency

29.6 kWh/100 mi (~114 MPGe)

DC fast peak

205 kW

Charge port

CCS · Supercharger access

0–60 mph

5.9 s (mfr)

Drivetrain

RWD

Seats

5

Cargo

Fastback ~41 cu ft max

US sales

Not reported2026 YTD (through Q3)

Not broken out by KBB/Cox (grouped in 'additional EV models') — we don't guess.

Sources

• FuelEconomy.gov (EPA) — 2025 Polestar 2 Single Motor (19 Inch Wheels) (vehicle id 48405)
• Polestar official Polestar 2 page (MSRP/specs)
• KBB/Cox Q3 2026 EV Sales Report (estimates as of 10/13/26)

Why #49

• Gorgeous cabin, great ride; polarizing face and aging platform.
• Strongest on practicality (72) and efficiency (70); weakest on value (39).
• Sits below #48 Polestar 2 Long Range Single Motor mainly on value (61 vs 39).
• Beats #50 Kia Niro EV Wind on charging (42 vs 13).

Score breakdown

Full specs

Starting MSRP

$74,400

EPA range

312 miEPA ✓

Efficiency

36 kWh/100 mi (~94 MPGe)

DC fast peak

175 kW

Charge port

CCS · Supercharger access

0–60 mph

5.1 s (mfr)

Drivetrain

AWD

Seats

5

Cargo

~77 cu ft max

US sales

3,5762026 YTD (through Q3)

Jan–Sep 2026 US estimate vs Jan–Sep 2025, model-level (all trims combined). 2026 demand is down ~30% market-wide after the $7,500 federal credit ended Sept 30, 2025.

Sources

• FuelEconomy.gov (EPA) — 2026 BMW iX xDrive45 (20 inch Wheels) (vehicle id 49619)
• BMW official iX page (MSRP/specs)
• KBB/Cox Q3 2026 EV Sales Report (estimates as of 10/13/26)

Why #50

• Practical and efficient but outclassed by cheaper Equinox EV and slow charging.
• Strongest on efficiency (86) and value (71); weakest on charging (13).
• Sits below #49 BMW iX xDrive45 mainly on charging (42 vs 13).
• Beats #51 Polestar 4 Long Range Single Motor on market proof (sales) (49 vs 25).

Score breakdown

Full specs

Starting MSRP

$39,600

EPA range

253 miEPA ✓

Efficiency

30 kWh/100 mi (~113 MPGe)

DC fast peak

85 kW

Charge port

CCS · Supercharger access

0–60 mph

7.8 s (mfr)

Drivetrain

FWD

Seats

5

Cargo

~63 cu ft max

US sales

2,9952026 YTD (through Q3)

Jan–Sep 2026 US estimate vs Jan–Sep 2025, model-level (all trims combined). 2026 demand is down ~30% market-wide after the $7,500 federal credit ended Sept 30, 2025.

Sources

• FuelEconomy.gov (EPA) — 2025 Kia Niro Electric (vehicle id 48370)
• Kia official Niro EV page (MSRP/specs)
• KBB/Cox Q3 2026 EV Sales Report (estimates as of 10/13/26)

Why #51

• No rear window (camera mirror) but huge back seat and value pricing.
• Strongest on efficiency (73) and practicality (60); weakest on market proof (sales) (25).
• Sits below #50 Kia Niro EV Wind mainly on market proof (sales) (49 vs 25).
• Beats #52 Cadillac Lyriq-V V-Series AWD on value (58 vs 35).

Score breakdown

Full specs

Starting MSRP

$56,400

EPA range

310 miEPA ✓

Efficiency

35 kWh/100 mi (~95 MPGe)

DC fast peak

200 kW

Charge port

CCS · Supercharger access

0–60 mph

7.1 s (mfr)

Drivetrain

RWD

Seats

5

Cargo

~54 cu ft

US sales

Not reported2026 YTD (through Q3)

Not broken out by KBB/Cox (grouped in 'additional EV models') — we don't guess.

Sources

• FuelEconomy.gov (EPA) — 2026 Polestar 4 Long Range Single Motor (vehicle id 50033)
• Polestar official Polestar 4 page (MSRP/specs)
• KBB/Cox Q3 2026 EV Sales Report (estimates as of 10/13/26)

Why #52

• Fast Lyriq with V-Series chassis tuning; loses range and value.
• Strongest on practicality (64) and market proof (sales) (64); weakest on value (35).
• Sits below #51 Polestar 4 Long Range Single Motor mainly on value (58 vs 35).
• Beats #53 Ford F-150 Lightning XLT Extended Range on efficiency (54 vs 40).

Score breakdown

Full specs

Starting MSRP

$79,990

EPA range

285 miEPA ✓

Efficiency

42.4 kWh/100 mi (~80 MPGe)

DC fast peak

190 kW

Charge port

NACS · Supercharger access

0–60 mph

3.3 s (mfr)

Drivetrain

AWD

Seats

5

Cargo

Same as Lyriq

US sales

11,1952026 YTD (through Q3)

Jan–Sep 2026 US estimate vs Jan–Sep 2025, model-level (all trims combined). 2026 demand is down ~30% market-wide after the $7,500 federal credit ended Sept 30, 2025.

Sources

• FuelEconomy.gov (EPA) — 2026 Cadillac LYRIQ PAWD V SERIES (11 kW Charger) (vehicle id 49633)
• Cadillac official Lyriq-V page (MSRP/specs)
• KBB/Cox Q3 2026 EV Sales Report (estimates as of 10/13/26)

Why #53

• Familiar F-150 with house backup power; slow charging and Ford ended BEV production.
• Strongest on practicality (71) and market proof (sales) (54); weakest on efficiency (40).
• Sits below #52 Cadillac Lyriq-V V-Series AWD mainly on efficiency (54 vs 40).
• Beats #54 BMW i5 eDrive40 on practicality (71 vs 33).

Heads-up: Ford announced end of Lightning BEV production in late 2025 — buy remaining inventory, check deals.

Score breakdown

Full specs

Starting MSRP

$62,995

EPA range

320 miEPA ✓

Efficiency

47.9 kWh/100 mi (~70 MPGe)

DC fast peak

155 kW

Charge port

NACS · Supercharger access

0–60 mph

4 s (mfr)

Drivetrain

AWD

Seats

5

Cargo

5.5-ft bed + 14 cu ft frunk

US sales

4,7702026 YTD (through Q3)

Jan–Sep 2026 US estimate vs Jan–Sep 2025, model-level (all trims combined). 2026 demand is down ~30% market-wide after the $7,500 federal credit ended Sept 30, 2025.

Sources

• FuelEconomy.gov (EPA) — 2025 Ford F-150 Lightning 4WD ER1 (vehicle id 48705)
• Ford official F-150 Lightning page (MSRP/specs)
• KBB/Cox Q3 2026 EV Sales Report (estimates as of 10/13/26)

Why #54

• Superb 5 Series manners; the gas 5 is cheaper and range is just OK.
• Strongest on efficiency (84) and charging (50); weakest on practicality (33).
• Sits below #53 Ford F-150 Lightning XLT Extended Range mainly on practicality (71 vs 33).
• Beats #55 Mercedes-Benz EQS Sedan 450+ on value (42 vs 28).

Score breakdown

Full specs

Starting MSRP

$67,100

EPA range

310 miEPA ✓

Efficiency

30.6 kWh/100 mi (~110 MPGe)

DC fast peak

205 kW

Charge port

CCS · Supercharger access

0–60 mph

5.7 s (mfr)

Drivetrain

RWD

Seats

5

Cargo

~17 cu ft trunk

US sales

2,2082026 YTD (through Q3)

Jan–Sep 2026 US estimate vs Jan–Sep 2025, model-level (all trims combined). 2026 demand is down ~30% market-wide after the $7,500 federal credit ended Sept 30, 2025.

Sources

• FuelEconomy.gov (EPA) — 2026 BMW i5 eDrive40 Sedan (19 inch Wheels) (vehicle id 49613)
• BMW official i5 page (MSRP/specs)
• KBB/Cox Q3 2026 EV Sales Report (estimates as of 10/13/26)

Why #55

• Aero luxury flagship with near-400 miles; sales collapsed 76%.
• Strongest on efficiency (76) and range (70); weakest on value (28).
• Sits below #54 BMW i5 eDrive40 mainly on value (42 vs 28).
• Beats #56 Polestar 3 Long Range Single Motor on range (70 vs 41).

Score breakdown

Full specs

Starting MSRP

$104,400

EPA range

390 miEPA ✓

Efficiency

34 kWh/100 mi (~98 MPGe)

DC fast peak

200 kW

Charge port

CCS · Supercharger access

0–60 mph

5.9 s (mfr)

Drivetrain

RWD

Seats

5

Cargo

Liftback ~22 cu ft

US sales

1,4232026 YTD (through Q3)

Jan–Sep 2026 US estimate vs Jan–Sep 2025, model-level (all trims combined). 2026 demand is down ~30% market-wide after the $7,500 federal credit ended Sept 30, 2025.

Sources

• FuelEconomy.gov (EPA) — 2026 Mercedes-Benz EQS 450 Plus (vehicle id 49681)
• Mercedes-Benz official EQS Sedan page (MSRP/specs)
• KBB/Cox Q3 2026 EV Sales Report (estimates as of 10/13/26)

Why #56

• US-built, sharp handling, 350 miles; small dealer network.
• Strongest on efficiency (74) and charging (61); weakest on market proof (sales) (25).
• Sits below #55 Mercedes-Benz EQS Sedan 450+ mainly on range (70 vs 41).
• Beats #57 Kia EV6 GT on range (41 vs 24).

Score breakdown