The hottest EVs from the 2026 New York Auto Show (plus one brawny concept)


With gas prices rising across the country, consumers are turning to electric vehicles as a way to save money on their commute. And while there weren’t a ton of all-new EVs on display at the 2026 New York International Auto Show, we did see some notable debuts from automakers including Subaru, Kia, Hyundai and more. So here’s a look at some of the most interesting upcoming EV models on display today, including a handful of previously announced vehicles that we haven’t had a chance to see in person before.

Subaru Getaway

Sadly, Toyota didn't bring the Highlander EV to the NY Auto Show, so I couldn't make a direct comparison to Subaru's new three-row EV SUV.

Sadly, Toyota didn’t bring the Highlander EV to the NY Auto Show, so I couldn’t make a direct comparison to Subaru’s new three-row EV SUV. (Sam Rutherford for Engadget)

Built on the same platform as Toyota’s Highlander EV, the Getaway isn’t just Subaru’s first three-row EV SUV, it’s also its most powerful with up to 420 horsepower. Naturally, the car comes standard with the company’s signature Symmetrical all-wheel drive tech while the 95.8kWh battery on the long-range model delivers more than 300 miles. Sadly, with a lackluster expected charging speed of 150kW, the Getaway will need about 30 minutes to bring its battery from 20 to 80 percent. The Getaway is expected to arrive sometime in late 2026, and while Subaru has yet to reveal official pricing, it’s also planning on releasing a more affordable standard range model with a 77kWh power pack in the first half of 2027.

Hyundai Boulder Concept

Hyundai's SangYup Lee on stage to show off the new Boulder SUV concept.

Hyundai’s SangYup Lee on stage to show off the new Boulder SUV concept. (Sam Rutherford for Engadget)

2026 marks the 40th anniversary of Hyundai’s entrance into the US auto market. To help celebrate the occasion, the company showed off a new concept car called the Boulder. While concrete details are sparse, the prominent grille and body on frame construction strongly suggest that it won’t be a full BEV (battery EV). We’re looking at a hybrid or range-extended EV at best. That said, the Boulder showcases what Hyundai is calling its “Art of Steel” design philosophy which looks to emphasize the strength, flexibility and beauty of its metal exterior while looking a lot more approachable than a Tesla Cybertruck. Notably, while there’s no guarantee that the Boulder will look this big and brawny if it ever reaches production, Hyundai says this platform will underpin a future midsize pickup slated to arrive sometime in 2030.

Kia EV3

After going on sale in Europe in late 2024, the Kia EV3 is finally coming to the US.

After going on sale in Europe in late 2024, the Kia EV3 is finally coming to the US. (Sam Rutherford for Engadget)

The EV3 has been on sale in Europe for about a year and a half, but today at the New York International Auto Show, Kia debuted the new 2027 model of EV3 that will go on sale here in the US sometime before the end of the year. As the smaller sibling to the EV9, the EV3 features a similar design that combines the chunky body of an SUV with clean, futuristic lines, but in a more compact vehicle similar in size to the Sportage. While Kia hasn’t released official pricing, the EV3 is expected to arrive in two main configurations: a standard-range model with a 58.3kWh battery and up to 220 miles of range that could start as low as $35,000, or a more premium long-range variant that promises 320 miles of range. Sadly, its 400-volt architecture means it won’t charge quite as quickly as some of Kia’s more premium EVs. But as a nice bonus, the company says the EV3 will come with vehicle-to-load technology, so you can use the car’s battery to power other devices like tools, lights or your home.

Genesis GV60 Magma

The GV60 Magma is drop dead gorgeous and a more luxurious take on the Ioniq 5.

The GV60 Magma is drop dead gorgeous and a more luxurious take on the Ioniq 5. (Sam Rutherford for Engadget)

While it shares the same chassis and platform as Hyundai’s Ioniq 5N, the Genesis GV60 Magma looks to deliver a more luxurious take on what an electric hot hatch can be. And it looks damn good, especially with its molten orange paint job. Compared to the regular GV60, the Magma features exclusive 21-inch wheels along with streamlined canards, a much larger rear wing and a redesigned bumper that delivers better airflow. But the best part is that while it might seem like a custom creation designed solely to get attention at car shows, Genesis is actually going to put this thing into production with an expected release some time in mid to late 2026.

Polestar 4 Arctic Circle Edition

Even away from the frozen north, the Polestar 4 Arctic Circle Edition looks fantastic.

Even away from the frozen north, the Polestar 4 Arctic Circle Edition looks fantastic. (Sam Rutherford for Engadget)

Yellow isn’t my favorite color, but between its striking paint job and new cold-weather augments, the Arctic Circle version of the Polestar 4 looks absolutely fantastic. It also features 20-inch wheels from OZ Racing, a bunch of extra exterior lights and a rack for skis. And because the Polestar 4 relies on rear-facing cameras and a display built into its rearview mirror, you can still see out the back without anything getting in the way. Unfortunately, because this is a one-off model built for the F.A.T. International Ice Race, you won’t be able to buy one for yourself.

Hyundai Ioniq 5 XRT

The Ioniq 5 XRT is basically a do-everything EV hot hatch.

The Ioniq 5 XRT is basically a do-everything EV hot hatch. (Sam Rutherford for Engadget)

A year and a half ago when I was in the market for a car, the Ioniq 5 was high on my short list. While I eventually went with a Mach-E, if this XRT edition had been available back then, it might have tipped the scales in Hyundai’s favor. This model combines the Ioniq 5’s signature pixelated good looks with some nice off-road touches to create a well-equipped midsize EV that can handle practically any situation. I especially like the addition of bright orange tow hooks that serve as a nice contrast to the subtle digital camo print on the XRT’s front bumper. And while its chunkier tires result in range that’s a touch lower than what you get from an equivalent Limited model (259 vs 269 miles), the XRT makes up for that by including Hyundai’s HTRAC All Wheel Drive system by default without a huge jump in price.

Corvette CX Concept

The CX Concept is meant to be a peek at what future Corvettes could be.

The CX Concept is meant to be a peek at what future Corvettes could be. (Sam Rutherford for Engadget)

With the 2026 Chevrolet Corvette ZR1X already boasting more than 1,200 horsepower, it’s kind of scary to think what the Corvette CX Concept could bring if it ever reaches production. Described as the vision of the future, the CX is Chevy’s take on an electrified hypercar while also serving as a template for future Corvettes as a whole. And while its proportions and styling are so extreme that it’s hard to believe they will make it onto a consumer vehicle, this thing sure is nice to look at.

Rolls Royce Spectre

If I had infinite money, the Spectre would definitely be in my dream three-car garage.

If I had infinite money, the Spectre would definitely be in my dream three-car garage. (Sam Rutherford for Engadget)

For a brand as old and steeped in tradition as Rolls Royce, it’s easy to forget that the luxury automaker began its transition to the EV era back in 2022. And while the company wasn’t officially in attendance at the New York Auto Show, Manhattan Motorcars was nice enough to bring a Spectre to the show floor for plebs like us to gawk at. In many ways, this car is an ideal showcase of the advantages of electrification, as the Spectre offers ample power (up to 650hp for the Black Badge variant) and massive torque, but without all the commotion you get from an internal combustion engine. Despite weighing around 6,500 pounds (making it one of the heaviest passenger cars on the market), it still delivers more than respectable range, with up to 277 miles depending on the specific config. Although, it’s not like any Spectre owners are actually going to take this thing on a cross-country road trip.

The coolest cars at the 2025 New York International Auto Show


This year marks the 125th anniversary of the New York International Auto Show (NYIAS), and despite concerns over tariffs, there are still a lot of manufacturers here showing off new models including a handful of US and global debuts. So without further ado, here are some of the coolest cars on display at the 2025 NYIAS.

First up on the docket is Subaru, which is here today with an early look at its second-ever EV: the Trailseeker. Now I admit that the followup to the Solterra might not be the most exciting announcement, as this model will once again be based the e-TNGA platform, which is shared with Toyota’s bZ4x. That said, while the Trailseeker doesn’t have the most impressive range (around 260 miles), its updated styling, larger body and improved off-roading capabilities feel more suited to an outdoor lifestyle.

The 2026 Trailseeker is Subaru's second-ever EV. The 2026 Trailseeker is Subaru's second-ever EV.
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The 2026 Subaru TrailseekerThe 2026 Subaru Trailseeker
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The 2026 Subaru TrailseekerThe 2026 Subaru Trailseeker
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Kia has been on a roll when it comes to EVs thanks to existing cars like the EV6 and EV9. At the 2025 NYIAS, the company is looking to keep that momentum rolling with the US debut of the EV4, which incorporates many of the headline features from its previous battery-powered offerings, but with an even more affordable expected starting price of between $35,000 and $40,000. It also features Kia’s improved i-PEDAL 3.0 regenerative braking tech which now works even in reverse.

The 2026 Kia EV4 at its US debut at the 2025 New York International Auto Show.The 2026 Kia EV4 at its US debut at the 2025 New York International Auto Show.
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The front of the EV4 has a very funky design while having some family resemblance with Kia's other EVs. The front of the EV4 has a very funky design while having some family resemblance with Kia's other EVs.
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With an expected starting price of between $35,000 and $40,000, the EV4 should be one of the most affordable new EVs for 2026. With an expected starting price of between $35,000 and $40,000, the EV4 should be one of the most affordable new EVs for 2026.
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Speaking of the EV9, while there aren’t a ton of updates for 2025, Kia did roll out a new Nightfall edition for its flagship electric SUV. It features blacked-out accents throughout the vehicle including dark wheels, trim and badging. That color scheme even continues inside the vehicle with exclusive all-black upholstery. And when you consider that this remains one of the most affordable three-row electric cars, I think this is a pretty nice way to freshen up the look of the EV9.

The new EV9 Nightfall edition features blacked out accents across the entire car, including the interior. The new EV9 Nightfall edition features blacked out accents across the entire car, including the interior.
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With its darker trim, the EV9 Nightfall edition looks even better than the standard model. With its darker trim, the EV9 Nightfall edition looks even better than the standard model.
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The all-black interior is exclusive to the EV9 Nightfall edition.The all-black interior is exclusive to the EV9 Nightfall edition.
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Billed as a luxury overlander, the Genesis X Gran Equator concept is easily one of the most striking cars at the 2025 New York Auto Show. It features an extremely long hood and LED light strips that wrap all the way around to the side of the vehicle along with matching tail lights in back. Inside, while it has fancy diamond-stitched upholstery, there are also dedicated holders for resuable waterbottles, which hint at its role as a potential camping vehicle. And while Genesis has not said what kind of powertrain it will have if the X Gran Equator reaches official production, the lack of a distinct grille up front means there’s hope it will be an EV.

The Genesis X Gran Equator concept is billed as a luxury overland. The Genesis X Gran Equator concept is billed as a luxury overland.
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The X Gran Equator has some of the most complex wheels we've seen in recent memory. Here's hoping they make it to production. The X Gran Equator has some of the most complex wheels we've seen in recent memory. Here's hoping they make it to production.
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The dedicated storage for resuable water bottles looks like a nod towards the X Gran Equator's role as a luxury overlander/camping vehicle. The dedicated storage for resuable water bottles looks like a nod towards the X Gran Equator's role as a luxury overlander/camping vehicle.
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While the Gravity was officially announced late last year, it’s largely only been available for purchase by friends and family of the company up until now, which has made it a relatively rare site both at trade shows and on the road. But the at NYIAS, it was on display in all of its three-row electric glory. Not only is the Gravity the fastest charging EV outside of China capable of sucking down up to 400 kW, it also boasts a top range of up to 450 miles. Plus, thanks its ability to add 200 miles of range in less than 11 minutes, it pretty much upends the belief that EVs aren’t good for longer road trips. And while it’s a niche feature, Lucid even created a special cushion that goes in its frunk that instantly converts it into a cozy little love seat. It’s the kind of thing that makes me wish drive-in movie theaters weren’t so hard to find nowadays.

The Lucid Gravity at the NYIAS.The Lucid Gravity at the NYIAS.
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The three-row Lucid Gravity at the NYIAS. The three-row Lucid Gravity at the NYIAS.
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The three-row Lucid Gravity at the NYIAS. The three-row Lucid Gravity at the NYIAS.
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The TA in the Hyundai Ioniq 5 N TA spec’s name stands for time attack. And last year, it did just that when it set the record at Pike’s Peak for the electric modified SUV/crossover class with a time of 9 minutes and 32 seconds. But what might be the most impressive thing about the car is that despite some obvious changes to its body (just look at the size of that rear wing), Hyundai says the TA was also built to showcase the strength of the regualar Ioniq 5 N’s power electric system. So instead of swapping in some one-off motors, this car has the same basic setup as the standard model (601 hp) with a small boost in output of just 37 horsepower.

The Pike's Peak recording breaking Hyundai Ioniq 5 N TA Spec at the 2025 NYIAS. The Pike's Peak recording breaking Hyundai Ioniq 5 N TA Spec at the 2025 NYIAS.
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The Pike's Peak recording breaking Hyundai Ioniq 5 N TA Spec at the 2025 NYIAS. The Pike's Peak recording breaking Hyundai Ioniq 5 N TA Spec at the 2025 NYIAS.
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The Pike's Peak recording breaking Hyundai Ioniq 5 N TA Spec at the 2025 NYIAS. The Pike's Peak recording breaking Hyundai Ioniq 5 N TA Spec at the 2025 NYIAS.
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Even though we here at Engadget prefer EVs, we’d be remiss not to mention at least one gas-powered car at the New York Auto Show. Announced back in February, the Maserati GT2 Stradale is basically a road-legal version of the GT2 race car, which itself is based on the truly outrageous MC20 supercar. And as you’d expect, it has some pretty impressive specs with a blistering 0-60 time of 2.8 seconds despite it only having rear-wheel drive. It also features a carbon monocoque design just like its track-focused sibling and if you want, you can order one with semi-slick racing tires. So if you’ve ever had dreams of driving a race car on the street, this might be your ride. That said, Maserati hasn’t announced official pricing for the GT2 Stradale. But as the saying goes, if you have to ask, you probably can’t afford it.

Maserati GT2 Stradale from the 2025 New York International Auto Show. Maserati GT2 Stradale from the 2025 New York International Auto Show.
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Maserati GT2 Stradale from the 2025 New York International Auto Show. Maserati GT2 Stradale from the 2025 New York International Auto Show.
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Finally, capping off this list is the Chrysler 6 prototype which made its debut way back at the 1924 New York Auto Show. Granted, this thing is ancient, but at the time it was state-of-the-art boasting the industry’s first four-wheel hydraulic brakes along with a six-cylinder engine that produced a whopping 68 horsepower. When it eventually hit the market later that year, the Chrysler 6 cost $1,565. After factoring for inflation, that translates to a sticker price around $29,000, which actually doesn’t seem too bad.

1924 Chrysler 6 prototype at the 2025 New York International Auto Show. 1924 Chrysler 6 prototype at the 2025 New York International Auto Show.
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1924 Chrysler 6 prototype at the 2025 New York International Auto Show. 1924 Chrysler 6 prototype at the 2025 New York International Auto Show.
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1924 Chrysler 6 prototype at the 2025 New York International Auto Show. 1924 Chrysler 6 prototype at the 2025 New York International Auto Show.
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