These EVs Will Hit The Streets By 2030
The EV wave isn’t slowing down—if anything, it’s picking up torque. From affordable city runabouts to luxo-liners and dune-hopping SUVs, these are the upcoming electric cars with the best shot at shaping the streetscape by 2030.
BMW’s Neue Klasse iX3: BMW’s EV Reset
BMW’s all-new “Neue Klasse” platform starts series production in Debrecen in 2025, with a compact SUV widely expected to wear the iX3 badge. Think minimalist design, a “Panoramic Vision” display strip, and big efficiency gains from next-gen batteries and motors. It’s BMW doing a clean slate—exactly what the brand needs to go toe-to-toe with Tesla and the Chinese upstarts. Auto Expressbmwgroup.com
Drives better than any other EV?! All-new BMW iX3 Neue Klasse 2026 first ride!, Car feeling
Mercedes-Benz CLA-Class EV: Slick, 800-Volt Fast-Charging Style
The next CLA is the first on Mercedes’ new MMA platform—and it’s going electric. Expect 800-volt architecture for rapid DC charging, plus the brand’s latest MB.OS smarts in a sleek four-door “coupe.” Early info points to late-2025 availability, with Europe first and other markets to follow. mercedes-benz.co.uk
Does this new Mercedes change EVERYTHING?, carwow
Volkswagen ID.2: An Affordable People’s EV
Previewed by the ID.2all concept, VW’s small EV targets a sub-€25,000 entry price and Golf-like space. VW says the production version will be shown in 2025, with Spanish production ramping in 2026 alongside its Cupra sibling. If VW nails price and software, this one can move the needle for mass-market EV adoption. Volkswagen NewsroomCupra Media Center
VW ID Polo (ID2) with interior - the next small electric Volkswagen!, Car feeling
Honda 0 Series Saloon: Thin, Light, And Wise
Honda’s next-gen EV family lands globally starting in 2026, led by a production car inspired by the 0 Series Saloon prototype. The recipe: lighter structures, efficient aero, and software-forward features (ASIMO OS) aimed at real-world efficiency rather than spec-sheet fireworks. A U.S. model based on the Saloon is slated for 2026. Honda GlobalHonda News
Honda 0 Series: An In-Depth Look At The Future of Honda EVs and Design, Autoblog
Lexus LF-ZC (Production Version): The Slick Luxury Fastback
Lexus says its LF-ZC concept previews a production model due in 2026. Expect a low-slung fastback body, next-gen software, and a focus on long-range efficiency. If executed, it should slot between sporty dynamos like Taycan and serene cruisers like EQE—very Lexus, very polished. トヨタ自動車株式会社 公式企業サイトLexus UK Magazine
Toyota’s U.S.-Built Three-Row EV SUV
Toyota confirmed its first U.S.-assembled BEV will be a three-row SUV built in Kentucky. Initially announced for 2025, recent reporting moves start of production to early 2026. With Toyota scale and a family-friendly format, this could be the brand’s breakout EV in America. Toyota USA NewsroomReuters
Nissan’s Next Leaf (Crossover) From Sunderland
Nissan has committed to building the next Leaf (a crossover in Europe) at its Sunderland plant as part of a big EV investment. Expect a more practical shape, improved range, and pricing aimed squarely at mainstream buyers—exactly what made the original Leaf a pioneer. uk.nissannews.com
Introducing the All-New Nissan LEAF l Nissan, Nissan
Audi A6 e-tron: The Executive EV Sweet Spot
Built on the PPE platform co-developed with Porsche, the A6 e-tron family (Sportback and Avant) brings long-haul range, rapid charging, and genuine executive-class comfort. It’s the “just right” size for many buyers—and previews how quickly sedans and wagons are going fully electric. Audi MediaCenterTop Gear
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Scout SUV & Pickup: The Rugged Comeback
Volkswagen’s revived Scout brand is building a South Carolina factory with production targeted around 2026. The mission: boxy, body-on-frame electric trucks and SUVs with old-school toughness and modern electric torque. If pricing lands right, it could be catnip for outdoorsy buyers. scoutmotors.comAP News
THE SCOUT TRUCK IS BACK - (and *more* than just Electric), JerryRigEverything
Rivian R2: Adventure EV, Simplified
Rivian’s smaller, cheaper R2 is aimed at the heart of the market with a ~$45K starting price, promising ~300+ miles of range and the brand’s outdoorsy ethos in a tighter package. U.S. deliveries are planned to start in 2026, with design cues and packaging that should resonate beyond the enthusiast crowd. Hyundai Newselectrive.com
The 2026 Rivian R2 Is A Suitable Adventure SUV Replacement To A Tesla Model Y, Redline Reviews
Kia EV3: The Small SUV With Big-Car Ideas
Fresh off awards buzz, Kia’s EV3 shrinks EV9 swagger into a compact SUV with clever packaging, long WLTP range claims, and quick charging. With pricing positioned for the masses and Kia’s rapid software cadence, EV3 could become the default first EV for a lot of families. Kia Global Media Center
Kia EV4: An Attainable Electric Sedan
Kia’s EV4 brings an affordable, aero-savvy sedan into a market starved for non-luxury four-doors. Kia has already kicked off production for Europe and outlined a 2025 global push, positioning EV4 as a volume play with two battery sizes and fast DC charging. press-eu.kia.comKia Global Media Center
Hyundai Ioniq 9: Three Rows, Big Range Energy
Formerly known as the Ioniq 7 in concept form, Hyundai’s three-row Ioniq 9 is slated to join the lineup with E-GMP underpinnings and a lounge-like interior. Think road-trip star: big battery, rapid charging, and the brand’s confident design language turned up to 11. ir.lucidmotors.comEV
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Jeep Recon: Open-Air, All-Electric Trail Vibes
Jeep’s Recon EV aims to deliver Wrangler-like open-air fun with a fully electric powertrain, removable doors/glass, and off-road kit. Jeep’s U.S. page pegs it as “coming late 2025” as a 2026 model—right in time to challenge Rivian’s smaller offerings on the trail. jeep
Jeep Recon EV | An all-electric Wrangler?, Autoblog
Ram 1500 REV: Full-Size EV Muscle
Ram’s all-electric 1500 REV pickup is now expected to reach customers in 2026, as Stellantis staggers launches amid a choppy U.S. EV market. With serious towing targets and big-battery options, the REV will test whether mainstream truck buyers are ready to plug in. Reuters
Cadillac Optiq: The Stylish Gateway Caddy
Sitting beneath Lyriq, the new Optiq brings Cadillac’s sharp design and Google-built-in infotainment to a more accessible EV price point. For premium-curious shoppers who want upscale feel without six-figure shock, this could be the sweet spot.
JustAnotherCarDesigner, Wikimedia Commons
Chevrolet Bolt (Next Generation): The Comeback Kid
GM confirmed it will bring Bolt back on its Ultium platform—after retiring the original, affordable favorite. Early corporate guidance pointed to availability in 2025, though more recent reporting suggests a 2026–2027 timeline. Either way, a cheap, cheerful Bolt 2.0 would be a huge win for EV adoption.
ULTIUM POWER! UNVEILING THE ALL-NEW 2025 CHEVY BOLT EV, NamCar
Sony Honda Afeela: Tech-Brand Meets Car-Brand
The Afeela sedan—jointly developed by Sony Honda Mobility—is slated for 2026 deliveries. Expect big-screen theatrics, sensor-heavy driver-assist, and entertainment tie-ins that make the cabin feel like a rolling living room. It’s the clearest glimpse yet of the convergence between consumer tech and EVs.
Porsche 718 (Boxster/Cayman) EV: The Driver’s Choice
Porsche has confirmed the next 718 will be fully electric, with timing widely discussed around the 2026–2027 window. The mission is simple and spicy: preserve mid-engine-like balance and feel—minus the engine. If anyone can make an enthusiast EV sing, it’s Porsche.
Porsche’s Game-Changing 718 Boxster/Cayman Electric Delayed? Here’s The Truth!, DPCcars
Lucid Gravity: Three Rows, Serious Range
Lucid’s second model is a sleek three-row SUV with production ramping and U.S. deliveries underway in 2025. The brand has touted ~440–450 miles of range for upper trims and a massive cargo hold. If the price comes down over time, Gravity could pull more families into the Lucid orbit.
Lucid Gravity Review - Will this save Lucid?, Auto Focus
Which EV Are You Buying In 2030?
The EVs slated to arrive by 2030 prove that the electric revolution is no longer a question of “if,” but “how fast.” Automakers are betting big, consumers are warming up, and the infrastructure is catching up. By the time we roll into the next decade, electric cars won’t just be a slice of the market. They’ll be the main event, rewriting the rules of performance, practicality, and personality on four wheels.
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