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10 electric vehicles arriving by 2028
Electric vehicles aren’t quite as popular as they once were due to vanishing incentives and big tariffs, but there are still some interesting models on the horizon. While some automakers have cancelled or put on hold EV plans for the U.S., several are still planning to bring new products in the coming years. Those include a Polestar to do battle with Porsche’s Taycan, a Jaguar that will usher in a new era for the brand, and a tiny no-frills truck from upstart Slate.
Though timing and plans can shift, these vehicles have all been announced and should be on the way soon. Here’s Edmunds’ comprehensive list of some of the most exciting and interesting electric vehicles coming for the 2026 model year and beyond.
Audi TT EV
Previewed by the Concept C, the sequel to Audi’s iconic TT coupe and roadster will be an electric sports car. The Concept C shows what to expect, styling-wise, from the slick two-door while previewing the direction of Audi styling in general — the company calls it “radical simplicity.” As this will serve as a halo car of sorts for the brand, it’s expected to land, price-wise, somewhere between the old TT ($50,000) and the now-departed R8 ($150,000). As for range, something this small isn’t likely to have a very long leash. Audi hasn’t provided a timeline or a final name for its electrified two-seater, but expect the production model to be shown at an auto show later in 2026 or early next year with an on-sale date as early as 2027.
Expected range: unknown
Expected starting price: unknown
Fiat Topolino
And now for something completely different. Fiat’s reinterpretation of the Topolino (a nickname for the OG Fiat 500, meaning “little mouse”) is less of a car and more of a glorified golf cart. Classified as a quadricycle in Europe, where it’s already on sale, the Topolino is likely to fall under neighborhood electric vehicle regs when it arrives stateside. That means it would be allowed to drive on roads with a speed limit of 35 mph or less, perfect for retirement communities. Range is enough to get you to the clubhouse and back, but no one knows when it will arrive or the final price. And yes, those are ropes in place of the doors, but more substantial closures are also offered.
Expected range: 40-47 miles
Expected starting price: unknown
Genesis GV90
One thing missing in the Genesis lineup is a big SUV, and the Neolun concept shown above is going to fill that spot. Planned as an EV, expect it to feature a competitive range, plenty of power, and all the luxuries you’re used to in other Genesis models. The concept version has a pretty wacky interior with just four ultraplush seats — the fronts can swivel to face the rear — square-quilted upholstery, a very odd steering implement, and a giant screen that would block the view of all but the tallest drivers. A production version will surely be toned down and feature seating for at least six or seven.
Expected range: 300-plus miles
Expected starting price: around $90,000
2026 Jeep Recon
When the Recon hits the market this year, it will give off-road electric SUV shoppers a smaller and more affordable option over the Rivian R1S. The Recon is about the size of the Wrangler and has removable doors and glass, plus an available retractable roof. Like the Wrangler, it should have impressive off-road chops thanks to an all-wheel-drive powertrain, a locking rear differential, large all-terrain tires and underbody skid plates. But if you’re not ready to make the all-electric jump, the Recon might also be available with a gas or hybrid powertrain later down the line.
Expected range: 250 miles
Expected starting price: around $65,000
2027 Jaguar Type 01
The Type 01 has a lot riding on it. This sleek sedan ushers in a sea change for Jaguar, which is being reborn as an electric-only brand while moving upmarket, toward the likes of Bentley and Rolls-Royce. The automaker has essentially been on hiatus for the past couple of years, reworking and retooling its factories while retraining its workers to craft a very different type of vehicle. Output should reach 1,000 horsepower, likely from two or more electric motors. Expect the production version of the Type 01 to be shown this year, with sales commencing sometime in 2027.
Expected range: 300-plus miles
Expected starting price: around $100,000
2027 Polestar 5
The fifth Polestar will be a Porsche Taycan rival with no rear window. It follows the precedent set by the rear-glass-free Polestar 4 and adds the slinkiest styling yet for a production model from the Swedish EV maker. The U.S. market is slated to get the more powerful powertrains, the 748-hp Dual Motor and the 884-hp Performance (which also uses a pair of motors). Polestar promises a 0 to 60 mph sprint of 3.1 seconds for the more powerful variant, 350-kW peak charging, and at least 300 miles of range. Polestar has confirmed that the 5 will arrive this summer, so what was originally expected as a 2026 model will likely be a 2027 model instead.
Expected range: 300-plus miles
Expected starting price: around $100,000
2027 Rivian R2
The R2 SUV is essentially a smaller and less expensive version of the compelling R1S SUV. The Tesla Model Y rival is about 15 inches shorter than the R1S but retains its boxy shape, large center touch screen and off-road prowess. Shoppers will have a choice of a single-motor model with rear-wheel drive and dual-motor models with all-wheel drive. An even more powerful trimotor variant may follow. Rivian says the top-spec R2 Performance makes 656 hp and will blast to 60 mph in 3.6 seconds. Along with a solid driving range, it’s expected to boast quick charging times, thanks to the new architecture that underpins the R2.
Expected range: 270-345 miles
Expected starting price: $48,490
2028 Rivian R3 and R3X
After R2 comes R3. It’s unknown precisely when yet; Rivian provided a little preview of its smallest offering when it announced the R2 a while back. With the R2 just going into production now, it will likely be at least a year or two before the R3 shows up. This little hatchback/SUV mashup looks worth the wait, especially in the hot R3X trim teased in the original announcement. If all goes to plan, this will be a truly affordable EV that benefits from lessons learned and technology developed for the R1 and R2.
Expected range: 300 miles
Expected starting price: around $35,000
2028 Scout Traveler SUV and Terra Pickup
Though they look a lot like Rivian’s R1S SUV and R1T pickup truck, the upcoming Scout Traveler and Terra will offer something those EVs don’t: a range-extender powertrain. They will revive an American brand that is now owned by the Volkswagen Group and will share tech developed by competitor Rivian. The original plan was for both body styles to be offered as either a pure EV or a range-extender, with a gas engine that can kick in to generate power, removing potential range anxiety. It sounds like the range extender has been the much more popular choice so far among potential buyers who have put down reservations, so expect the gas-electric version to come first, if the EV even survives today’s hostile marketplace. Production for both models could start as soon as 2027.
Expected range: 350 miles (EV), 500 miles (range extender)
Expected starting price: around $60,000
2028 Slate Truck
Newcomer Slate wants to upend the EV market and start with what it refers to as a Blank Slate. This little electric truck will do without most expected features — your phone is the stock infotainment system, the windows have cranks, and the plastic body will come in just one color. From there, buyers can add to the modular design, stuff like a Bluetooth speaker, power windows, wraps and all sorts of aesthetic touches to make it their own. Slate will also offer two caps for the rear that turn the truck into a two-door SUV, complete with a bench seat and belts. Slate was promising an MSRP of about $20,000, but that was back before the $7,500 federal EV credit was axed and tariffs hit, so figure closer to 30 grand before options. It’s a cool idea, but it may be a tough sell given the lack of features and short range.
Expected range: 150 miles
Expected starting price: around $30,000
This story was produced by Edmunds and reviewed and distributed by Stacker.
