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Expanding Electric Vehicles
Every year new electric vehicles enter the American market, with choices expanding to include luxury cars, crossovers, high-performance cars and even pickup trucks. Historically, electric vehicles are nothing new in America — the first EVs were on the road in the late 1800s, but they gave way to the internal combustion engine and inexpensive gasoline. America’s interest in electric vehicles waxed and waned throughout the 20th century, often in response to world conflicts that resulted in fuel crises. Today, new high-capacity batteries and advances in other technologies continue to increase electric vehicle range and performance, and now more than 30 all-electric models are either on sale or coming soon. What follows are the current — and upcoming — electric vehicles in America. Note that prices listed do not reflect any local or federal subsidies.
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2022 Audi e-tron
Base MSRP: $65,900
Range: 204 miles
MPGe (city / hwy / combined): 74 / 73 / 74
After showing electric concept vehicles for years, Audi’s first all-electric production e-tron went on sale as a 2019 model. A premium 5-seat midsize SUV, e-tron has a stylish, aerodynamic design with a familiar but uniquely enclosed grille. Audi e-tron is propelled by two powerful electric motors — one at each axle — creating a new generation of quattro electric all-wheel drive that can adjust the amount of torque delivered to each axle for ideal balance according to driving conditions. The new e-tron is quick — with up to 402 horsepower available, it will sprint to 60 mph in about 5.5 seconds.
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2022 Audi e-tron GT
Base MSRP: $99,900
Range: 238 miles (estimate)
MPGe (city / hwy / combined): Not yet rated
The 2022 Audi e-tron GT quattro is Audi’s new all-electric, high-performance grand tourer designed to take on the top electric performance sedans. The e-tron GT is powered by two electric motors, one at the front axle and one at the rear axle. The front motor produces 235 horsepower and the rear motor produces 429 horsepower for total system output of 469 horsepower (up to 522 horsepower in overboost mode) and 464 lb-ft of torque (472 lb-ft with overboost). The e-tron GT will accelerate from zero to 60 mph in 3.9 seconds and has a top track speed of 152 mph.
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2022 Audi Q4 e-tron
Base MSRP: TBA; less than $45,000 (estimate)
Range: 250 miles (estimate)
MPGe (city / hwy / combined): Not yet rated
Audi adds to its electric car lineup with the 2022 Q4 e-tron and e-tron Sportback, the company’s full-electric option in the entry luxury segment designed to combine performance and practicality in a crossover package. Similar in size to the popular Q5, the Q4 will be offered as the Q4 40 e-tron with rear-wheel drive and an estimated output of 150 kW, as well as the Q4 50 e-tron quattro and Q4 Sportback 50 e-tron quattro with two electric motors, quattro all-wheel drive and an estimated total output of 220 kW. The Audi Q4 is expected to go on sale in the U.S. at the end of 2021 with a starting price less than $45,000.
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2021 BMW i3
Base MSRP: $44,450
Range: 153 miles
MPGe (city / hwy / combined): 124 / 102 / 113
BMW’s electric i3 has been on the market since 2014, and for 2019 the innovative little car received a larger 120 Ah battery. With more juice on tap, the i3 can now travel almost double the range it had when introduced. Built on an aluminum frame with a carbon fiber body, the i3 has a unique interior trimmed in recycled or renewable materials. The small car features rear-hinged rear doors for easy access to all seating positions. Motivation comes from a 170-horsepower electric motor that delivers a zero-to-60 mph time of slightly more than 7 seconds. BMW added the i3s to the lineup for 2019, offering a bit more power as well as a sportier chassis and more responsive performance.
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2022 BMW i4
Base MSRP: $55,400
Range: 300 miles (estimate)
MPGe (city / hwy / combined): Not yet rated
With a design based on the recently updated 4 Series Gran Coupe, the i4 will initially be offered in two trim levels: i4 eDrive40 and i4 M50. The BMW i4 eDrive40 uses a single electric motor to drive the rear wheels, with output rated at 335 horsepower and 317 lb-ft of torque. The high-performance i4 M50 upgrades with two motors — a 255-horspower unit driving the front wheels, and a 308-horsepower rear motor for a combined output of 536 horsepower and 586 lb-ft of torque (the M50 sprints to 62 mph in 3.9 seconds). Since the i4’s electric motor requires little airflow for cooling, the large BMW kidney grille is actually a closed surface. The i4 is expected to arrive in the first quarter of 2022.
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2022 BMW iX
Base MSRP: $83,200
Range: 300 miles
MPGe (city / hwy / combined): Not yet rated
Similar in size to the BMW X5, the iX introduces a new look for BMW crossovers with a futuristic take on the traditional kidney grille and twin headlights — the full LED headlights are the slimmest ever used on a BMW, and the hood mimics the grille design for a 3D effect. Expected to go on sale in early 2022, the iX will initially be offered as the xDrive50, powered by two electric motors — one for each axle — with a total output of 516 horsepower, allowing the iX to accelerate from zero to 60 mph in 4.6 seconds and achieve a top speed of 124 mph. The iX M60 will follow, packing more than 600 horsepower.
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2023 Cadillac LYRIQ
Base MSRP: $59,990
Range: 300+ miles (estimate)
MPGe (city / hwy / combined): Not yet rated
The first all-electric vehicle from the luxury division of General Motors, at launch LYRIQ will feature cutting-edge technology that combines a 12-module, 100 kWh (kilowatt-hour) battery pack and a rear-wheel-drive Ultium platform to deliver an estimated 340 horsepower and 325 lb-ft of torque. LYRIQ also offers high-speed DC fast charging for public stations at 190 kW, which Cadillac estimates will add up to 76 miles of range in 10 minutes. For charging at home, LYRIQ offers a 19.2 kW charging module that requires installation of a 240 V 19.2 kW AC charging station, which can add up to 52 miles of range per hour of charge time. Using a standard household outlet will add about 3.5 miles of range per hour of charge.
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2022 Chevrolet Bolt EV
Base MSRP: $31,995
Range: 259 miles
MPGe (city / hwy / combined): 131 / 109 / 120
When Chevrolet introduced the Bolt in 2017, it was the most affordable all-electric vehicle with a range of more than 200 miles. For 2022 Bolt receives styling updates and new features, but also adds the larger and bolder Bolt EUV electric crossover. Both Bolt EV and EUV are powered by the same drivetrain as the previous Bolt: an electric motor producing 200 horsepower and 269 lb-ft of torque delivered to the front wheels. The 65 kWh lithium-ion battery pack delivers an estimated 259 miles in the Bolt EV and 250 miles in the Bolt EUV. According to Chevrolet, a full charge takes about 7 hours with a Level 2 charger; with a DC fast charger 100 miles of range can be added in about 30 minutes.
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2022 Ford F-150 Lightning
Base MSRP: $39,974
Range: 230 miles
MPGe (city / hwy / combined): Not yet rated
The first all-electric F-150, the F-150 Lightning is powered by dual three-phase fixed magnet AC electric motors — one at each axle — so all Lightnings will be all-wheel drive. Total output for the extended-range Lightning is estimated at 563 horsepower and 775 lb-ft of torque — the most torque ever in a production F-150. Standard-range Lightnings will generate 426 horsepower but maintain the impressive 775 lb-ft of torque. The F-150 Lightning’s standard lithium-ion battery is expected to deliver a range of 230 miles; 300 miles for the extended-range option. A 48-amp Level 2 charger can fully charge the standard-range battery in about 10 hours. Prices start at $39,974 for an entry-level commercial F-150 Lightning, with the more popular XLT starting at $52,974.
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2021 Ford Mustang Mach-E
Base MSRP: $42,895
Range: 305 miles
MPGe (city / hwy / combined): 108 / 94 / 101
Ford’s all-new electric crossover, the Mustang Mach-E became 2021 North American Utility Vehicle of the Year in January. The Mustang Mach-E is offered in standard range (68 kWh lithium-ion battery) or extended range (88 kWh battery), with an estimated standard range for the rear-drive Mach-E of 230 miles and 300 miles using the extended-range battery. With all-wheel drive, the estimates drop to 211 miles standard range and 270 miles extended range. The standard-range powertrain is rated at 266 horsepower and 317 lb-ft (RWD) or 428 lb-ft (eAWD) of torque. The extended range bumps up to 290 horsepower (RWD) or 346 horsepower (eAWD). The high-performance GT arrives later this year with all-wheel drive and dual electric motors generating 480 horsepower and 600 lb-ft of torque.
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2022 GMC Hummer EV
Base MSRP: $79,995
Range: 250 to 350 miles
MPGe (city / hwy / combined): Not yet rated
General Motors brings back the Hummer name on an advanced all-electric truck under the GMC brand. Employing GM’s new Ultium Drive battery architecture, the foundation is a unique large-format pouch-style battery cell. For the Hummer EV Edition 1, two layers of vertical cells totaling 24 modules will allow an estimated 350+ mile range. This Hummer EV uses three electric drive motors to produce an estimated 1000 horsepower and — when multiplied through the drive unit gear ratios — more than 11,500 lb-ft of torque at the wheels. A single motor will power the front wheels, and two rear motors will independently power the rear wheels, with the ability to vary torque to each wheel; the motors can also be synced to simulate a locking differential. Reservations are already full for the $112,995 Edition 1, arriving by fall 2021.
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2021 Hyundai IONIQ Electric
Base MSRP: $32,245
Range: 170 miles
MPGe (city / hwy / combined): 145 / 121 / 133
The Hyundai IONIQ Electric received updated styling for 2020 as well as a more powerful motor, a larger battery pack and a more powerful onboard charger. The larger 38.3 kWh battery pack increases range to 170 miles and charging speed increases with a new 7.2 kW onboard charger. Using a 100 kW fast-charging station, the battery can be replenished up to 80 percent in as little as 54 minutes. One of the most fuel-efficient electric vehicles on the market, the IONIQ is now motivated by a 134-horsepower electric motor that replaces the 118-horsepower unit.
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2022 Hyundai IONIQ 5
Base MSRP: TBA
Range: 300 miles (estimate)
MPGe (city / hwy / combined): Not yet rated
For 2022 Hyundai adds the IONIQ 5, a full-electric midsize crossover. The 2022 Hyundai IONIQ 5 is the first model built on Hyundai’s Electric-Global Modular Platform, with a new dedicated battery-electric vehicle architecture. The IONIQ 5’s 118-inch wheelbase is longer than the Palisade SUV, although overall length is shorter than Tucson. The 2022 Hyundai IONIQ 5 will be available with a single motor driving the rear wheels, or with dual-motor all-wheel-drive configuration. Rear-drive versions will make 225 horsepower, while the combined power in the AWD variant is 320 horsepower and 446 lb-ft of torque. IONIQ 5 is expected to arrive in fall 2021.
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2022 Hyundai Kona Electric
Base MSRP: TBA
Range: 258 miles (estimate)
MPGe (city / hwy / combined): 132 / 108 / 120 (estimate)
The Hyundai Kona gets updated for 2022, including the Kona Electric which receives a new front-end design. The unique dimpled front panel of the outgoing model has been replaced with a new aerodynamic shape that features a prominent horizontal line below the Hyundai badge, new headlights and new DRLs, as well as an open lower fascia with vents to either side. Kona Electric continues to be powered by a 150 kW electric motor that produces 201 horsepower and 291 lb-ft of torque delivered to the front wheels. Electricity is stored in a high-voltage 64 kWh lithium-ion battery. Kona Electric uses a Level 2 onboard charging system capable of a 7.2 kW rate for rapid recharging. Using a Level 3 fast charger, the battery pack can charge from 10 percent to 80 percent in approximately 47 minutes.
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2022 Jaguar I-PACE
Base MSRP: $69,900
Range: 234 miles
MPGe (city / hwy / combined): 80 / 72 / 76
The I-PACE is Jaguar’s electric crossover that looks and feels like a Jaguar should, possessing excellent performance both on- and off-road. For 2022 I-PACE is available exclusively in the HSE trim and features a new Pivi Pro infotainment system with standard Apple CarPlay and Android Auto integration, as well as the ability to connect two phones simultaneously via Bluetooth. Power comes from dual permanent-magnet synchronous electric motors — one powering the front wheels, one powering the rears to create a permanent 4-wheel-drive system. Total output is 394 horsepower and 512 lb-ft of torque. Electric motors deliver peak torque immediately, which means the I-PACE can reach 60 mph from a standstill in a quick 4.5 seconds.
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2022 Kia EV6
Base MSRP:
Range: 300 miles (estimate)
MPGe (city / hwy / combined): Not yet rated
The 2022 Kia EV6 is a new all-electric crossover built on a new Electric-Global Modular Platform with a 114.2-inch wheelbase equivalent to the Telluride SUV. The EV6 will be offered in both rear- and all-wheel drive with a front electric motor, combined with either 58 kWh or 77.4 kWh batteries. The 58 kWh battery gets paired with a 160 kW rear motor for a total output of 157 horsepower (218 horsepower with the 77.4 kWh battery). The AWD version combines the 77.4 kWh battery with a 70 kW motor at the front axle, and a 160 kW motor at the rear axle for a total output of 313 horsepower. The top-line EV6 GT pairs the 77.4 kWh battery with a 160 kW front motor and a 270 kW rear motor for a total output of 576 horsepower. The EV6 should go on sale in the U.S. in early 2022.
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2021 Kia Niro Electric
Base MSRP: $39,090
Range: 239 miles
MPGe (city / hwy / combined): 123 / 102 / 112
Kia added the full-juice Niro Electric as a 2019 model. The 2021 Niro Electric is powered by a 150 kW electric motor that produces 201 horsepower and 291 lb-ft of torque delivered to the front wheels. Electricity for the Niro Electric gets stored in a high-voltage 64 kWh lithium-ion battery. A standard DC fast charger can recharge approximately 100 miles of range in 30 minutes and 80 percent total battery capacity in 75 minutes. Full recharge at a 7.2 kWh Level 2 charger will take approximately 9.5 hours. Since electric cars run silently, Kia gives the Niro EV a cool artificial sound described as a “techy whirring noise,” which alerts pedestrians about the car’s presence.
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Lucid Air
Base MSRP: $69,900
Range: 406–517 miles (estimate)
MPGe (city / hwy / combined): Not yet rated
An all-new luxury EV from Lucid Motors, the Air is now available via reservation. Engineers at Lucid Motors developed the Air’s electric drivetrain in-house; an ultra-efficient permanent magnet electric motor is integrated with an inverter, transmission and differential to create a 900 V+ drive unit that weighs a mere 161 pounds. Each drive unit generates up to 670 horsepower and almost 3,000 lb-ft of torque. Given their compact size, up to three units can be employed to power the Air with total output of 1080 horsepower and a range of more than 500 miles. Lucid’s Atieva technology division is responsible for the design, development and manufacture of battery packs for the FIA Formula E all-electric racing series.
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2022 Mercedes-EQ EQS
Base MSRP: TBA
Range: 478 miles (estimate)
MPGe (city / hwy / combined): Not yet rated
The first full-electric luxury sedan from Mercedes-Benz, the 2022 Mercedes-EQ EQS shares the same level of luxury expected from an S-Class, but on a new EV architecture. The 2022 Mercedes-EQ EQS will initially be available in two trim levels. The EQS 450+ features a single electric motor producing 329 horsepower and 406 lb-ft of torque to drive the rear wheels. One step up will be the EQS 580 4MATIC that gets dual electric motors — one at the front wheels, one at the rears — producing a total of 516 horsepower and 611 lb-ft of torque. According to Mercedes, the 107.8 kWh lithium-ion batteries can reach a full charge in about 11 hours on a Level 2 charger, while a DC fast charger can bring the charge to 80 percent in 31 minutes. The 2022 Mercedes-EQ EQS is expected to arrive fall 2021.
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2022 MINI Cooper SE
Base MSRP: $29,900
Range: 110 miles
MPGe (city / hwy / combined): 115 / 100 / 108
The all-electric MINI Cooper SE is easily distinguished from other version by its yellow trim, available unique wheels, E badges and solid grille surface. For 2022 the MINI Cooper SE receives new front and rear bumpers, a new grille, new front fender trim, Piano Black exterior trim and Multitone roof. Inside, SE sports a new steering wheel, a new center instrument design with an 8.8-inch screen, and a heated steering wheel. Featuring an electric motor generating 181 horsepower and 199 lb-ft of torque, the Cooper SE will accelerate to 60 mph in a hair under 7 seconds — only a tick slower than the gas-powered MINI Cooper S — and has a top speed limited to 93 mph. Power for the motor comes from a high-voltage battery consisting of 12 modules of lithium-ion cells rated at 32.6 kWh.
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Nissan Ariya
Base MSRP: $40,000 (estimate)
Range: 300 (estimate)
MPGe (city / hwy / combined): Not yet rated
When it introduced the LEAF to the U.S. market in 2010, Nissan became one of the first car companies to deliver a mainstream production electric car to the masses. Now Nissan is set to introduce its second model called Ariya — a compact crossover with seating for five. Ariya presents a broad overall stance incorporating narrow LED headlights and running lights. The crossover is built on an all-new EV platform and will be available with either a 63 kWh battery or a longer-range 87 kWh battery. The standard Ariya has front-wheel drive; Nissan will also offer the Ariya with dual motors to provide increased performance as well as the added grip of Nissan’s advanced all-wheel-control system called e-4ORCE. The single-motor Ariya will deliver 215 horsepower and 221 lb-ft of torque, while dual-motor variants will bump output to almost 390 horsepower and 443 lb-ft of torque.
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2021 Nissan LEAF
Base MSRP: $31,670
Range: 149–226 miles
MPGe (city / hwy / combined): 123 / 99 / 111
Introduced in 2010, the Nissan LEAF was one of the first mainstream electric vehicles sold in America. The LEAF underwent a redesign for 2018 for a fresh look including a roomier interior as well as better performance and efficiency. For 2021 Nissan LEAF is offered in two versions: LEAF and LEAF Plus. LEAF is powered by a high-response 110 kW AC synchronous electric motor producing 147 horsepower and 236 lb-ft of torque. Power is supplied by a 40 kWh laminated lithium-ion battery for a range of 149 miles, and with a DC fast charger a 30-minute recharge will provide almost 90 miles of driving. LEAF Plus adds a 62 kWh battery for a range of 226 miles as well as a more powerful 160 kW electric motor producing 214 horsepower and 250 lb-ft of torque.
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2021 Polestar 2
Base MSRP: $59,900
Range: 233 miles
MPGe (city / hwy / combined): 96 / 84 / 90
For many years, the Polestar name had been associated with high-performance Volvo models, but in 2018 the Volvo Car Group — along with owner Zhejiang Geely Holding — announced that Polestar would become its own standalone electrified performance brand. Following the limited-edition hybrid Polestar 1, the Polestar 2 is the brand’s first all-electric model. Designed as a 5-door fastback, the Polestar 2 rolls on Volvo’s Compact Modular Architecture platform that integrates the battery pack into the floor for improved chassis rigidity and reductions in noise, vibration and harshness. The 2021 Polestar 2 is equipped with two electric motors, one powering each axle, to create four-wheel drive. Total system output is 408 horsepower and 487 lb-ft of torque and — according to the company — Polestar 2 will accelerate from zero to 60 mph in 4.5 seconds.
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2021 Porsche Taycan
Base MSRP: $79,900
Range: 225 miles
MPGe (city / hwy / combined): 75 / 81/ 77
Last year Porsche joined the growing high-performance electric car market with the 750-horsepower Taycan Turbo S, followed by the Taycan Turbo and the Taycan 4S. For 2021 Porsche adds the rear-wheel-drive Taycan as the entry model — the only rear-drive Taycan in the EV lineup. To create the entry model, Porsche engineers removed the front electric motor which reduced vehicle weight by about 200 pounds. The rear power unit and battery architecture remain unchanged from their configuration in the Taycan 4S, producing 402 horsepower with the standard battery; with the Performance Battery Plus horsepower jumps to 469. The all-wheel drive Taycan Turbo produces 670 horsepower and 626 lb-ft of torque, and the Taycan 4S makes 429 horsepower and 479 lb-ft of torque. For 2021 Porsche adds the Taycan Cross Turismo, a high-performance EV sport wagon.
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2021 Tesla Model 3
Base MSRP: $39,990
Range: 263–353 miles
MPGe (city / hwy / combined): 150 / 133 / 142
The third model in the Tesla lineup following the Model S and Model X, the Model 3 is the most affordable model from the American car company. With a bold level of standard equipment and sleek styling that befits the rest of the Tesla lineup, the more economical Model 3 is designed for high-volume sales. Although the base vehicle in the Tesla lineup, the Model 3 still comes well equipped with upscale features that include power heated front seats, a premium audio system, Bluetooth connectivity, docking stations for two smartphones and multiple USB ports. Offered in both rear-wheel drive and dual-motor all-wheel drive versions, the Model 3 Performance is most impressive, accelerating from zero to 60 mph in 3.1 seconds with a range of 315 miles.
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2021 Tesla Model S
Base MSRP: $79,990
Range: 334–405 miles
MPGe (city / hwy / combined): 114 / 106 / 110
A unique alt-fuel vehicle in the American marketplace, the Model S was the first mainstream Tesla model to come to market following the original two-seat Tesla Roadster. For many years, the Model S stood alone as the only electric-powered luxury performance sedan in the U.S., offering an impressive driving range in an attractive package. Now one of four models offered by the innovative American car company, the Model S remains the flagship of the lineup. The Model S Long Range dual-motor all-wheel drive will accelerate from zero to 60 mph in 3.1 seconds with a range of 405 miles. The Model S Plaid with tri-motor all-wheel drive and a total output of 1020 horsepower will sprint to 60 mph in an astounding 1.99 seconds on its way to a top speed of 200 mph.
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2021 Tesla Model X
Base MSRP: $89,990
Range: 340–371 miles
MPGe (city / hwy / combined): 109 / 101 / 105
Tesla’s SUV certainly stands out from the crowd in both style and capability, with impressive performance in both efficiency and acceleration. Featuring aerodynamic styling, innovative Falcon Wing doors and a versatile interior, the Model X is unique within the American crossover market. The Model X Long Range dual-motor all-wheel drive will accelerate from zero to 60 mph in 3.8 seconds and has a range of 360 miles. The Model X Plaid with tri-motor all-wheel drive and a total output of 1020 horsepower will sprint to 60 mph in an astounding 2.5 seconds; it has a top speed of 163 mph.
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2021 Tesla Model Y
Base MSRP: $52,490
Range: 244–326 miles
MPGe (city / hwy / combined): 140 / 119 / 129
The newest model in the Tesla lineup, the Model Y Standard Range RWD is the most fuel-efficient crossover sold in America, earning an EPA combined city/ hwy rating of 129 MPGe. Smaller than Model X, Model Y offers optional third-row seating and up to seven occupants. The Model Y Long Range with the dual-motor system provides torque to both the front and rear axles for all-wheel-drive capability, and will accelerate from zero to 60 mph in 4.8 seconds. It has a driving range of 326 miles. According to Tesla, Model Y Performance with dual-motor all-wheel drive will accelerate from zero to 60 mph in 3.5 seconds on its way to a top speed of 155 mph; the range is 303 miles. According to Tesla, the Model Y can recharge up to 158 miles in 15 minutes at a Supercharger location.
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2021 Volkswagen ID.4
Base MSRP: $39,995
Range: 260 miles
MPGe (city / hwy / combined): 107 / 91 / 99
At the 2016 Paris Motor Show, Volkswagen introduced the first I.D. electric vehicle concept — a first look at a range of EVs from the company, followed by a series of concepts in subsequent years. Last fall ID.4 debuted as the first production model: a small crossover aimed directly at the U.S. market delivering utility and performance in a modern package. The ID.4 is available in three trim levels: Pro, Pro S and 1St Edition, all powered by a rear-mounted AC permanent-magnet synchronous motor producing 201 horsepower and 228 lb-ft of torque. Later this year, Volkswagen plans to launch the ID.4 AWD which will have two electric motors generating 302 horsepower.
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2022 Volvo C40 Recharge
Base MSRP: TBA
Range: 210 miles (estimate)
MPGe (city / hwy / combined): Not yet rated
In March 2021, Volvo introduced the 2022 C40 Recharge 4-door crossover coupe and also announced plans to offer only full-electric vehicles by the 2030 model year. The first model in Volvo’s history to be designed and produced exclusively as an electric vehicle, the compact C40 Recharge has a blank grille flanked by high-tech headlights that incorporate advanced pixel technology. The 2022 Volvo C40 Recharge is powered by dual electric motors fore and aft for a total output of 402 horsepower. According to Volvo, the C40 Recharge will accelerate from zero to 60 mph in 4.7 seconds and has a range of 210 miles from its 78 kWh battery. A fast charger will bring the battery back to 80 percent charge in about 40 minutes, while a Level 2 charger will take about 8 hours. The C40 Recharge should arrive in early 2022.
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2021 Volvo XC40 Recharge
Base MSRP: $53,990
Range: 208 miles
MPGe (city / hwy / combined): 85 / 72 / 79
Volvo’s first all-electric car, the XC40 Recharge is based on the best-selling XC40 premium small crossover, built on the Compact Modular Architecture co-developed within the Geely Group. The XC40 Recharge is powered by an electric all-wheel-drive powertrain with total system output of 408 horsepower. According to Volvo, the battery will recharge to 80 percent capacity in 40 minutes using a fast-charging system. The XC40 Recharge is the first Volvo equipped with a new infotainment system powered by the Android operating system. The new infotainment system offers personalization, improved intuitive operation and new Google technology and services, such as Google Assistant, Google Maps and Google Play Store. The XC40 Recharge is the first Volvo that receives larger software and operating system updates over the air so the vehicle evolves and improves over time.
