2024 Cadillac Escalade IQThe electric vehicle (EV) market is poised for an expansive year in 2025 as manufacturers across the globe introduce a host of new models. With competition heating up, brands are focusing on everything from affordability to luxury and cutting-edge technology. Here’s a look at some of the most anticipated EVs expected to hit the market this year.
The performance contenders
Audi A6 E-Tron
Audi
Audi’s electrification plans include transforming its bread-and-butter models like the A6 sedan. The Audi A6 E-Tron will deliver up to 466 miles of range (based on optimistic European WLTP figures), a sleek design, and premium interior tech. Higher-performance S6 and Quattro variants are expected to bring sharper dynamics to this luxury EV sedan.
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Porsche Electric 718
Porsche
Porsche’s mid-engine sports cars—the Cayman and Boxster—are going all-electric. Expected to ride on the same platform as the Porsche Macan EV, the electric 718 promises to uphold the performance legacy of its combustion predecessors. Top trims could pack more than 600 horsepower, combining sports car agility with EV power.
Spy photographers recently caught a first look at the electric Porsche but while the German automaker is clearly making progress on the electric variant of its baby sports cars, some are expecting a launch to be delayed.
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SUVs for every lifestyle
Cadillac Escalade IQ
Cadillac
Cadillac is giving its iconic SUV the electric treatment with the Escalade IQ. This behemoth offers up to 750 horsepower and luxury features to rival anything on the road. While it trades some of the traditional Escalade’s boxy charm for sleek aerodynamics, it brings unmistakable Cadillac opulence into the EV era. Whether it offers enough to justify its eye-watering $129,900 price tag remains to be seen.
Jeep Wagoneer S
Stellantis
Jeep is entering the EV space in a big way with the Wagoneer S. Designed to rival the Tesla Model Y, it delivers 600 horsepower, over 300 miles of range, and a 0-60 mph time of just 3.4 seconds (faster than the much-loved Grand Cherokee Trackhawk). Jeep fans looking for capability and power will find the Wagoneer S ready for the trails—or the track.
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Lucid Gravity
Lucid
The Gravity is a full-size electric SUV aimed at competing with models like the Rivian R1S, Tesla Model X, and the new Kia EV9. Priced at around $80,000, it’s expected to offer performance on par with the Air sedan, potentially including a 1,000+ horsepower variant using the tri-motor configuration from the Air Sapphire.
With an impressive estimated range of up to 440 miles and 900-volt architecture, the Gravity will be among the fastest-charging electric SUVs on the market. It’s also designed for practicality, with three rows of seating, a maximum cargo volume of 112 cubic feet, and a towing capacity of 6,000 pounds.
Hyundai Ioniq 9
Hyundai
Following the success of the Kia EV9, Hyundai is preparing the Ioniq 9, a three-row electric SUV designed for families. While it may lack the quirky features of the original concept, it’s expected to offer a competitive range, performance, and value.
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Electrifying the classics
Volkswagen ID. Buzz
James Lipman
Volkswagen’s electric homage to the iconic Microbus, the ID. Buzz, will finally arrive in the U.S. in a long-wheelbase spec version. With room for up to seven passengers, funky retro styling, and practical range options, the ID. Buzz offers a fun mix of nostalgia and modernity.
Dodge Charger Daytona EV
Dodge
Dodge is trading HEMI V8s for electric “eMuscle” with the Charger Daytona EV. Available with up to 670 horsepower and dual-motor AWD, this Charger is an electrified take on American muscle, complete with aggressive styling and a simulated exhaust note for those not quite ready to say goodbye to gas-powered roars.
Ram 1500 REV
Stellantis
RAM’s first fully electric pickup is here with the 1500 REV. Boasting up to 350 miles of range from its 168-kWh battery and 14,000 pounds of towing capacity, it promises to shake up the competitive electric truck segment dominated by Ford, Rivian, and Tesla.
That said, things aren’t all peachy at RAM. The news dropped this month that the automaker is killing the extended-range version of the 1500 REV. That, plus the fact that the company already pushed back its rollout in favor of the range-extended PHEV Ramcharger, has called into question whether we’ll see RAM’s all-electric pickup hit the market this year as planned.
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Mini Countryman E
Mini
Mini is scaling up with the Countryman Electric, an all-electric version of its popular subcompact crossover. Offering 308 hp and 364 lb-ft of torque, sharp handling, and around 245 miles of range, this is Mini’s boldest EV effort yet.
The luxury lineup
Range Rover Electric
Land Rover
The Range Rover Electric marks Land Rover’s entry into the EV space. Keeping the classic Range Rover style, it will offer an 800V architecture, impressive off-road capability (including a 33.46-inch wading depth), and premium features befitting its status.
Audi Q6 E-Tron
Audi
The Audi Q6 E-Tron will be Audi’s first model on the Premium Performance Electric Platform shared with the Porsche Macan EV. With up to 456 horsepower and a full selection of SQ6, RS Q6, and Sportback variants on the way, the Q6 E-Tron is ready to impress in the luxury crossover space.
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2025 Volvo EX90
Volvo
Volvo’s flagship EX90 will bring Scandinavian design and practicality to the three-row SUV market. With nearly 500 horsepower and advanced safety features, the EX90 aims to appeal to families who want a premium EV without compromising on space or range.
Affordable EVs for the masses
VinFast VF 6 and VF 7
Vinfast
Vietnamese automaker VinFast is making waves with its VF 6 and VF 7 models. These compact crossovers are designed to appeal to budget-conscious buyers, with pricing starting at roughly $30,000 for the VF 6 and $37,000 for the VF 7. Despite their lower price points, they promise modern styling and a range of features that should make them competitive in the growing EV market. By focusing on entry-level pricing, VinFast hopes to carve out a significant share of the global EV market in 2025.
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2025 Volvo EX30
Volvo
Small but mighty, the Volvo EX30 is a pint-sized electric crossover with a surprising twist: the AWD version is the quickest Volvo ever made, sprinting to 60 mph in 3.4 seconds. With a single-motor version starting at around $36,000, this EV could become a game-changer for affordable, premium electric vehicles—though production logistics may complicate its U.S. launch.
Final thoughts
From small, affordable crossovers to high-performance sports cars and luxurious SUVs, the 2025 EV lineup reflects the growing diversity in the electric vehicle market. Whether you’re craving speed, space, or sustainability, these vehicles promise to deliver. The question isn’t whether there’s an EV for you—it’s which one you’ll choose.
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