We’ve had the pleasure of experiencing a wide array of impressive new Electric Vehicles (EVs) this year at InsideEVs. From the thrilling performance of the Lotus Emeya and the Hyundai Ioniq 5 N to the family-friendly versatility of the Kia EV9, the electric car market is booming. However, the most captivating vehicles are often those just on the horizon. The next couple of years promise a surge of new EVs, and we’ve compiled a list of the models we’re most eagerly awaiting.
Electrifying Arrivals: 2024-2025 Future EVs
Alfa Romeo Giulia EV: A Legend Reborn in Electric
Alfa Romeo, a brand synonymous with passion and performance, made a triumphant return to the U.S. with the Giulia sedan, especially the exhilarating (yet sometimes temperamental) Quadrifoglio variant. Now, almost a decade later, a new chapter begins with the all-electric Giulia EV. Rumors suggest a close kinship with the Dodge Charger Daytona EV, hinting at a potent blend of Italian flair and American muscle in this Future Ev.
Alt text: Sleek rendering of the future Alfa Romeo Giulia EV, showcasing its anticipated modern design.
Audi Q6 E-Tron: Ushering in a New Electric Era for Audi
The Audi Q6 E-Tron marks a significant milestone as Audi’s inaugural vehicle built upon the cutting-edge Premium Performance Electric Platform, co-developed with Porsche for the Macan EV. This all-electric, dual-motor crossover is engineered to deliver exhilarating performance, boasting up to 456 horsepower with launch control engaged. Audi’s ambitious plans extend to a comprehensive lineup, including SQ6, RS Q6, and Sportback variants, promising a diverse range of future EV options.
Alt text: Front view of the 2025 Audi Q6 e-tron, highlighting its modern electric SUV design and signature Audi grille.
Audi A6 E-Tron: Electrifying a Classic Sedan
Audi’s electric revolution continues as it electrifies its core models. The A6 sedan, a staple of the Audi lineup, is transitioning to electric power as the A6 E-Tron. Sharing the advanced PPE platform with the Q6 E-Tron, this future EV will be equipped with a substantial 100-kWh battery (94.9kWh net) powering various drivetrain configurations. Audi projects impressive European WLTP range figures, with the base model reaching a remarkable 466 miles, the S6 achieving 416 miles, and the A6 quattro offering 435 miles. While U.S. EPA figures are typically more conservative, these numbers signal the A6 E-Tron’s potential as a long-range future EV sedan.
Alt text: Audi A6 e-tron badge and design elements, emphasizing its electric identity and advanced technology.
Cadillac Escalade IQ: Reimagining American Luxury in the Electric Age
The Escalade, a nameplate synonymous with Cadillac’s enduring legacy, is boldly stepping into the electric era with the Escalade IQ. While departing from the boxy silhouette of its gasoline counterpart, the Escalade IQ is poised to deliver the same hallmarks of luxury and spaciousness to the EV segment, albeit at a premium price point. Moreover, with up to 750 horsepower available in Velocity Max mode, this future EV SUV ensures that drivers won’t miss the iconic V8 performance.
Alt text: Angular front quarter view of the 2025 Cadillac Escalade IQ, showcasing its futuristic design and imposing presence.
Cadillac Optiq: Cadillac’s Entry Point to Electric Luxury
Expanding its “iq” family, Cadillac introduces the Optiq, an entry-level all-electric compact crossover built upon the Ultium Platform. Positioned slightly below the Lyriq in price, with an estimated starting point of $54,000, the Optiq is far from basic. It will come generously equipped with dual-motor AWD, an anticipated 300 miles of range, and Cadillac’s advanced Super Cruise driver-assistance system as standard for three years, making it a compelling future EV crossover.
Alt text: Side profile of the 2025 Cadillac Optiq, revealing its compact SUV dimensions and elegant Cadillac styling cues.
Cadillac Vistiq: Electric Three-Row Versatility from Cadillac
Cadillac further expands its electric SUV offerings with the Vistiq, a three-row future EV SUV. While details remain scarce, a tailgate badge suggests it will inherit the Lyriq’s potent 500 hp powertrain. Expect the Vistiq to occupy the electric equivalent of the XT6’s position in Cadillac’s lineup, slotting below the Escalade IQ in terms of price and performance, offering a balanced future EV option for families.
Alt text: Cadillac Vistiq badge detail, hinting at its connection to the Lyriq powertrain and Cadillac’s electric SUV family.
Dodge Charger Daytona EV: Electrifying Muscle into the Future
Dodge is boldly embracing the “eMuscle” era, bidding farewell to its iconic HEMI V8s and welcoming the Charger Daytona EV. Promising “kilowatts and Power Shots,” Dodge is launching two 400V dual-motor AWD versions, delivering up to 670 horsepower in the Scat Pack trim and offering an estimated 317 miles of EV range in the R/T variant. For those not fully ready to transition to electric, Dodge will also offer inline-six powered Chargers, bridging the gap but the Daytona EV is clearly the future EV muscle car.
Alt text: Aggressive front view of the 2024 Dodge Charger Daytona EV, showcasing its muscular stance and modern electric design language.
GMC Sierra EV: GMC’s Second Electric Truck Steps Up
Following the Hummer EV SUT, GMC is launching its second electric truck, the Sierra EV. Initially available in the Sierra Denali EV Edition 1, this future EV truck boasts impressive specifications. It’s projected to deliver up to 754 horsepower and a substantial 440 miles of range (sufficient even when towing, albeit with range reduction), complemented by 350kW fast-charging capability for convenient recharging on the go.
Alt text: Powerful profile of the 2024 GMC Sierra EV electric truck, emphasizing its robust design and electric truck capabilities.
Hyundai Ioniq 9: Hyundai’s Flagship Electric SUV Arrives
Kia’s three-row EV9 electric SUV has achieved remarkable success, garnering widespread acclaim and awards. Now, nearly four years after Hyundai previewed its concept, the Hyundai version, likely named the Ioniq 9, is anticipated. While expected to be less radical than the concept with its coach doors and lounge seating, the Ioniq 9, like the EV9, aims to provide a compelling future EV option for families seeking a spacious and electric SUV.
Alt text: Spy shot of the camouflaged Hyundai Ioniq 9, hinting at its large SUV size and upcoming release as a future EV.
Jeep Wagoneer S: Jeep’s First Foray into Electric SUVs
Jeep’s inaugural EV, the Wagoneer S, is set to rival the Tesla Model Y, utilizing Stellantis’s STLA Large platform. With a potent 600 horsepower and an estimated range exceeding 300 miles, the Wagoneer S promises a thrilling and capable future EV SUV. For those who remember the Jeep Grand Cherokee Trackhawk, the Wagoneer S will surpass it in acceleration, achieving 0-60 mph in a mere 3.4 seconds.
Alt text: Dynamic shot of the Jeep Wagoneer S, highlighting its sporty SUV styling and Jeep’s entry into the electric vehicle market.
Jeep Recon: The Spirit of Wrangler, Electrified
While a dedicated electric Wrangler is slated for 2028, Jeep offers the Recon as an enticing interim option. Inspired by the Wrangler’s iconic design, the Recon is a boxy SUV built on the STLA Large platform. It’s expected to feature removable doors and off-road-oriented versions carrying Jeep’s coveted Trail Rated badge, ensuring its credentials as a rugged future EV. Jeep is also considering a combustion engine option for the Recon.
Alt text: Front view of the 2024 Jeep Recon, showcasing its boxy, Wrangler-inspired design and off-road ready stance.
Lucid Gravity: Lucid’s Vision of a High-Performance Electric SUV
The Lucid Gravity is a full-size SUV positioned to compete with rivals like the Rivian R1S, Tesla Model X, and Kia EV9. Projected to start around $80,000, it’s expected to offer performance on par with the Air sedan, potentially including a 1,000+ horsepower tri-motor variant similar to the Air Sapphire. With an estimated EPA range of up to 440 miles and 900-volt architecture for rapid charging, the Gravity aims to be a leader in the future EV SUV segment. Practicality is also emphasized with three rows of seating, ample cargo space, and a 6,000-pound towing capacity.
Alt text: Lucid Gravity silhouette, emphasizing its sleek SUV profile and advanced technology from luxury EV manufacturer Lucid.
Mini Countryman Electric: Expanding Mini’s Electric Footprint
Following the Mini Cooper SE, Mini introduces the Mini Countryman Electric, an electric version of its subcompact crossover. Packing a spirited 313 hp and 363 lb-ft of torque, this future EV offers a significant performance upgrade. A Mini-estimated 245 miles of range would more than double the Cooper SE’s 114 miles, making the Countryman Electric a more practical and versatile future EV Mini.
Alt text: Compact and stylish 2024 Mini Countryman Electric, showcasing its electric subcompact SUV design and iconic Mini aesthetics.
Porsche Macan EV: Electrifying Porsche’s Best-Seller
The Porsche Macan, Porsche’s most popular model, is transitioning to electric power for its next generation, although a combustion engine version will continue to be sold alongside it. While facing slight delays due to software issues, the Macan EV promises to be worth the wait. A Turbo version is expected to deliver over 630 hp, with a starting price considered reasonable by Porsche standards, though customization options will likely increase the final cost. This marks a significant step for Porsche into the future EV market.
Alt text: Sporty front view of the 2025 Porsche Macan Turbo Electric, highlighting its performance SUV design and Porsche’s electric evolution.
Porsche Electric 718: An Electric Sports Car for the Purist
Porsche is reportedly phasing out the combustion engine 718 Cayman and Boxster for 2025, with an all-electric sports car as the replacement. Built on the same platform as the electric Macan, the electric 718 is expected to deliver eye-popping performance figures, potentially exceeding 600 horsepower in its top configuration. This future EV sports car promises to uphold Porsche’s performance legacy in the electric age.
Alt text: Rendered image of the Porsche 718 Boxster Electric, envisioning its sleek electric sports car design and Porsche’s commitment to future EVs.
Ram 1500 REV: Ram Joins the Electric Pickup Revolution
Ram is the final of the “Big Three” automakers to enter the full-size electric pickup truck segment, but the Ram 1500 REV isn’t entering quietly. Promising up to 500 miles of EV range with its massive 229 kWh battery pack, the Ram 1500 REV aims to lead in range. It also boasts a towing capacity of up to 14,000 pounds and a 0-60 mph acceleration time of 4.4 seconds, making it a powerful and capable future EV truck.
Alt text: Robust design of the 2025 Ram 1500 REV electric pickup truck, emphasizing its large size and entry into the electric truck market.
Range Rover Electric: Luxury and Capability, Electrified
Land Rover’s first EV will be the Range Rover Electric. While full details are still awaited from JLR, we know it will feature an 800V architecture and maintain a wading depth of 33.46 inches, comparable to a Defender or Ford Bronco Sasquatch. Crucially, it will retain the iconic and luxurious design of the combustion engine Range Rover, seamlessly blending tradition with future EV technology.
Alt text: Teaser image of the Range Rover Electric, hinting at its luxurious design and Land Rover’s move towards electric vehicles.
Volkswagen ID. Buzz: Nostalgia Meets Electric Modernity
It was inevitable that Volkswagen’s EV push would tap into its rich heritage. The ID. Buzz, a modern all-electric homage to the iconic Type 2 Microbus, is finally arriving in America. The U.S. market will receive the long-wheelbase version, offering three trims, RWD and AWD configurations, and up to seven seats in the RWD model. The ID. Buzz represents a unique and stylish future EV, blending retro charm with modern electric technology.
Alt text: Retro-futuristic Volkswagen ID. Buzz, showcasing its electric van design and nostalgic nod to the classic VW Microbus.
Volvo EX30: Volvo’s Smallest and Quickest EV
Volvo made waves with the announcement of the EX30, a compact electric crossover. In AWD configuration, it becomes the quickest Volvo ever produced, boasting a 0-60 mph time of just 3.4 seconds. Volvo has stated that the RWD version will be its most affordable model, with a starting price under $35,000. However, tariffs on Chinese-built vehicles have shifted EX30 production, casting uncertainty over the U.S. release date and final price. Despite these challenges, the EX30 remains a highly anticipated future EV.
Alt text: Sleek and compact 2025 Volvo EX30, highlighting its small electric SUV design and Volvo’s commitment to affordable EVs.
Volvo EX90: Volvo’s Flagship Electric SUV Arrives
Volvo’s flagship XC90 SUV is being reimagined in the electric realm as the EX90. This stately and practical three-row SUV will offer seating for up to seven, nearly 500 horsepower, and around 300 miles of range. Having commenced production in the U.S., the EX90 is expected to arrive soon, solidifying Volvo’s presence in the future EV SUV market. It might launch with slightly fewer features than initially planned.
Alt text: Elegant and spacious Volvo EX90, showcasing its three-row electric SUV design and Volvo’s flagship EV model.
Future EVs on the Horizon: 2026 and Beyond
BMW Electric 3 Series: Redefining an Icon for the Electric Age
The BMW 3 Series, arguably the car that defined the modern BMW brand, is poised to redefine it again in the 21st century by going all-electric on the new Neue Klasse dedicated EV platform. BMW is also reportedly testing a quad-motor setup for a high-performance M version, suggesting a thrilling future EV sedan that stays true to BMW’s sporting heritage.
Alt text: BMW 3 Series Electric concept, envisioning its sporty electric sedan design and BMW’s electric future for its iconic model.
Chevrolet Bolt EUV: A Swift Return for an Electric Favorite
GM discontinued the Bolt just as it was gaining popularity, but the nameplate is set for a rapid comeback at a similar price point. While specific details are yet to be revealed, the shift to GM’s Ultium battery technology should result in faster charging times and reduced production costs for the new Bolt EUV, making it a more competitive future EV.
Alt text: Chevrolet Bolt EUV badge, hinting at the return of this popular and affordable electric vehicle model.
Ford Project T3 Pickup: Ford’s Next-Gen Electric Truck
Ford was first to market with an electric truck from the “Big Three” with the F-150 Lightning. However, being based on the combustion engine F-150 platform, it’s becoming dated compared to newer dedicated EV truck platforms from GM and Ram. Ford has confirmed Project T3, a new EV pickup designed from the ground up, to compete with these rivals. Codenamed “Trust the Truck,” Project T3 has faced delays but remains a crucial future EV truck for Ford.
Alt text: Ford Project T3 teaser image, suggesting a futuristic electric pickup truck design and Ford’s commitment to future EV trucks.
Genesis GV90: Genesis’s Flagship Electric SUV on the Horizon
Genesis is developing its flagship three-row SUV, likely to be named GV90, as its version of the Kia EV9. Genesis previewed this future EV with the Neolun concept earlier this year. Consistent with Genesis’s approach, the GV90 is expected to offer enhanced power compared to the EV9 and more luxurious interior appointments, positioning it as a premium future EV SUV.
Alt text: Rendered image of the Genesis GV90, envisioning its luxurious three-row electric SUV design and Genesis’s entry into the large EV SUV segment.
Rivian R2: Electric Adventure for the Masses
Rivian has demonstrated its ability to create desirable, luxurious, and capable electric SUVs with the R1S and R1T. The next challenge is to make a more affordable EV for a wider audience, and that’s where the Rivian R2 comes in. Targeting a price around $45,000 before incentives, the R2 is a compact electric SUV, similar in size to the Tesla Model Y. Rivian aims to begin R2 production in the first half of 2026, making it a highly anticipated future EV.
Alt text: Rivian R2 front view, showcasing its compact electric SUV design and Rivian’s ambition for a more affordable EV.
Rivian R3: Retro-Futuristic Electric Hatchback from Rivian
Rivian surprised many with the debut of the smaller R3 alongside its R2 platform launch. With a retro-futuristic rally car aesthetic reminiscent of the Lada Niva and Lancia Delta Integrale, the R3 is a distinctive future EV hatchback. Projected to start below $40,000, the R3 could bring Rivian’s EV technology to a broader market segment.
Alt text: Unique Rivian R3 hatchback, highlighting its retro-futuristic design and Rivian’s move into more compact and affordable EVs.
Rivian R3X: A Rugged Electric Hatchback for Adventure
The Rivian R3X is a more rugged and adventure-focused version of the R3 hatchback. Described by Rivian as a “performance variant of R3 offering even more dynamic abilities both on and off-road,” the R3X aims to cater to adventurous drivers. While pricing is expected to be slightly higher than the base R3, potentially around $45,000, the R3X offers a compelling future EV option for off-road enthusiasts.
Alt text: Rugged Rivian R3X, showcasing its off-road enhancements and Rivian’s commitment to electric adventure vehicles.
Polestar 5: Polestar’s Flagship Electric Sedan Takes Shape
Polestar has expanded its lineup with the Polestar 3 and Polestar 4 crossovers. Next in line is the Polestar 5, a flagship all-electric sedan. Having been previewed in prototype form, the Polestar 5 is expected to deliver over 800 horsepower and compete directly with the Tesla Model S and Porsche Taycan as a high-performance future EV sedan.
Alt text: Sleek Polestar 5, highlighting its electric sedan design and Polestar’s ambition in the high-performance EV segment.
Polestar 6: Electric Roadster Concept Becomes Reality
Polestar surprised many with the 02 convertible concept, which is now confirmed for production as the Polestar 6. Projected to deliver nearly 900 horsepower and a 0-60 mph acceleration time of 3.2 seconds, the Polestar 6 promises exhilarating performance. Featuring a bonded aluminum unibody and a special L.A. Special Edition with sky blue paint, the Polestar 6 is set to be a striking future EV roadster.
Alt text: Stunning Polestar 6 electric roadster concept, showcasing its convertible design and Polestar’s foray into electric sports cars.
Porsche 3-Row Electric SUV: Porsche’s Largest EV Yet
Porsche is developing its first three-row, seven-seater vehicle, codenamed “K1.” This new flagship SUV will be positioned above the Cayenne in the lineup. As an all-electric model with a low-slung body style blending sedan and crossover elements, it will be Porsche’s most expensive vehicle and a significant entry into the future EV three-row SUV market.
Alt text: Rendered Porsche 7-seater electric SUV, envisioning its large SUV design and Porsche’s expansion into three-row EVs.
Toyota bZ5X: Toyota’s Electric Three-Row SUV Competitor
Toyota has confirmed a new three-row electric crossover, envisioned as an electric Highlander rival to compete with models like the Kia EV9. Potentially previewed by the bZ Large SUV concept, this future EV SUV is yet to be officially named. Production will take place in Indiana, alongside a Lexus version, and it is expected to be eligible for the $7,500 federal tax credit, making it a potentially attractive and affordable future EV option.
Alt text: Toyota bZ Large SUV concept, hinting at the design of Toyota’s upcoming three-row electric SUV and its entry into the large EV SUV market.
Volvo ES90: Volvo’s Electric Sedan to Replace the S90
Volvo, committed to going all-electric by 2030, is expanding its EV lineup with a sedan likely named ES90, which will succeed the current S90 sedan. Leaked information suggests it will share components with the EX90 crossover. The ES90 is expected to be a crucial future EV sedan for Volvo as it transitions its entire lineup to electric power.
Alt text: Volvo Concept Recharge rear view, suggesting design direction for the future Volvo ES90 electric sedan and Volvo’s electric vehicle design language.
The future of driving is undeniably electric, and the coming years are set to deliver an exciting array of innovative and compelling EVs. From sporty sedans and muscle cars to versatile SUVs and robust trucks, the electric vehicle landscape is rapidly diversifying, offering something for every driver. Keep an eye on these future EVs as they pave the way for a cleaner, more exhilarating automotive future.
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