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Best Electric Cars
(5)#1
2022 Tesla Model 3
The Model 3 merits consideration as a compact luxury sedan and electric car. Although a sparse interior layout won’t appeal to everyone, solid dynamics and range make it a great choice.
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MT Score9.3/10
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#2
2022 Chevrolet Bolt EV
The second-generation Bolt EV still delivers decent performance, usable electric range, and intuitive tech, but the redesign doesn't impress the way the first-gen Bolt did in 2017.
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MT Score7.8/10
MSRP$31,500 - $34,700
#3
2022 Kia Niro EV
Kia’s Niro EV is a relatively quick and comfortable car, but it’s held back by numb steering, uninspired design, and middling charge times and range.
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MT Score7.5/10
MPG123/102
MSRP$39,990 - $44,650
Best Electric SUVs
(9)#1
2022 Ford Mustang Mach-E
Ford's Mustang-styled electric SUV promises great performance and range, but limited utility means this is an SUV in name only.
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MT Score8.9/10
MSRP$43,895 - $61,995
#2
2022 Hyundai Ioniq 5
The Ioniq 5 marks a new all-electric era for Hyundai’s Ioniq subbrand, boasting segment-leading quick-charging capabilities, bold design, and a generally comfortable driving experience.
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MT Score8.8/10
MSRP$39,700 - $54,500
#3
2022 Volkswagen ID4
VW's first electric SUV provides owners with decent range and a refined drive, although tricky infotainment controls will turn some away.
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MT Score8.5/10
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Best Electric Luxury Cars
(9)#1
2022 Lucid Air
The Lucid Air is among the most impressive EVs in years with over 500 miles of range and over 1,000 hp, not to mention a properly luxurious interior. Tesla should watch its back.
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MT Score8.9/10
MSRP$77,400 - $169,000
#2
2022 Tesla Model S
This iconic luxury EV's latest update promises more range and quicker acceleration. Its revamped interior has some wild features. Tesla quality remains dubious, but the Model S is amazing nonetheless.
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MT Score8.7/10
MPG115/107
MSRP$94,990 - $149,990
#3
2022 Mercedes-Benz EQS-Class
The EQS is a new full-size electric four-door from Mercedes. Packed full of luxury features and futuristic tech, the EQS has an incredibly smooth ride but rear-seat comfort and driving range could be better.
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MT Score7.9/10
MSRP$102,310 - $125,310
Best Electric Luxury Compact SUVs
(7)2022 Audi Q4 E-Tron
Not Yet Ranked: Audi's compact electric SUV delivers a roomy tech-forward cabin but range trails the segment leaders.
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MSRP$43,900 - $56,200
2022 Audi Q4 Sportback E-Tron
Not Yet Ranked: The Q4 E-Tron offers the size of a compact SUV and the wheelbase of a midsize, which pays off in interior volume. Range isn’t up to the standard set by the Tesla Model Y and Ford Mustang Mach-E.
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MPG100/89
MSRP$52,700 - $59,000
2023 Genesis GV60
Not Yet Ranked: The upcoming GV60 promises an interior packed with luxury, a range of over 300 miles, and a starting price around $50,000. We're looking forward to this one.
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Best Electric Luxury Midsize SUVs
(6)2022 Audi E-Tron
Unimpressive range and stiff ride quality will turn some buyers away from this electric Audi SUV, but we still appreciate its futuristic design, smooth powertrain, and tech-filled interior.
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MPG78/77
MSRP$65,900 - $89,800
2022 Audi E-Tron Sportback
The E-Tron Sportback offers everything its conventionally bodied sibling does—buttery powertrain, technoluxe interior, tasteful styling, and mediocre range—but with a sporty coupe-like profile.
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MPG76/78
MSRP$69,100 - $92,400
2022 BMW iX
Not Yet Ranked: The iX is BMW's comfortably sized electric luxury SUV with bold styling and an expected 300-mile range.
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MSRP$83,200
Best Electric Luxury 3-Row SUVs
(4)2023 Lucid Gravity
Not Yet Ranked: We don’t know much about the Lucid Gravity, but if its range and performance are anywhere close to those of the automaker’s electric sedan, this SUV should be mighty impressive.
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2023 Mercedes-Benz EQS-Class SUV
Mercedes-Benz introduces an electric sibling to the GLS-Class SUV, and an opulent Maybach version is on the way.
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2022 Rivian R1S
Not Yet Ranked: The first SUV from electric automaker Rivian promises boundless off-road capability, lightning-quick acceleration, and seating for seven.
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Best Electric Trucks
(5)2024 Chevrolet Silverado EV
The Silverado EV is an all-new electric truck with promising performance, clever packaging, and forward-looking technology. We can’t wait to test it.
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2022 Ford F-150 Lightning
Not Yet Ranked: Ford now has an electric F-150, boasting an enormous front trunk, 775 lb-ft of torque, and independent rear suspension. Base models will be affordable even to normal truck buyers.
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MSRP$39,974 - $90,000
2022 GMC Hummer EV
Not Yet Ranked: Hummer is back! This time it’s a pricey electric pickup with around 1,000 hp, impressive off-road capability, and stout payload and towing numbers. Plus, it’ll have GM’s Super Cruise semi-autonomous tech.
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