The Best-Selling (AKA Most Popular) Electric Cars

Electric cars are capturing slightly less of the overall car market in 2026 than the previous year due to the elimination of the federal EV tax credit, but they are still a viable and popular choice for many customers. The best-selling, and thereby the most popular electric car, is the Tesla Model Y, which was also the case last year. It balances an impressive maximum range and many standard high-tech features and starts at a comparatively reasonable MSRP. With this in mind, here are 10 of the most popular EVs available today. 

We wanted our list to reflect various options in different categories and price points. As such, we've also included information from Edmunds' testing, reviews and hands-on experience. You'll find both EPA-estimated range and the results from the real-world Edmunds EV Range Test, during which our car experts drive each model to see how far it goes on a single charge and how that figure compares to those EPA estimates.

Most popular EVs by market share*

1. Tesla Model Y (31.7%)
2. Tesla Model 3 (14.7%)
3. Hyundai Ioniq 5 (4.4%)
4. Toyota bZ (3.6%)
5. Chevy Equinox EV (2.8%)
6. Ford Mustang Mach-E (2.5%)
7. Rivian R1S (2.4%)
8. Tesla Cybertruck (2%)
9. Honda Prologue (1.9%)
10. Kia EV9 (1.7%)

*Based on Edmunds sales data from January to September 2026

1. Tesla Model Y

EPA-estimated 357 miles of maximum range (Premium RWD)

The best-selling electric vehicle in the U.S. is the Tesla Model Y, and it's not even close. The Model Y's annual sales more than double those of the next vehicle on this list. The Model Y is also more affordable than most of the vehicles on this list while offering a competitive range, plenty of cargo space, and a roomy interior. Access to Tesla's vast Supercharger charging network is a huge plus, too. The Supercharger network is more reliable and offers more stations than competing electric charging networks. We think there are better electric vehicles out there, but the Model Y offers a really compelling package.

The Model Y was refreshed for the 2026 model year, and exterior changes include a more Cybertruck-like front end and new taillights. Inside, the materials feel nicer overall, and ventilated seats are finally an option. The other major quality-of-life change is the retuned suspension, which does a better job of smoothing out bumps.

In the real-world Edmunds EV Range Test, we drove a refreshed-for-2026 all-wheel-drive Tesla Model Y Premium a total of 327 miles on a single charge, matching the EPA estimate. 

Starting MSRP + destination charge: $47,630

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2. Tesla Model 3

EPA-estimated 363 miles of maximum range (Premium RWD)

The Tesla Model 3 is both Tesla's second-best-selling model and the second-best-selling EV in America. Like the Model Y, the Model 3 offers one of the lowest base prices of any electric car, a respectable real-world range and access to Tesla's Supercharger network. 

It's one of the most popular sedans on the road today, surpassing many gas-powered cars in sales. Given the lackluster charging infrastructure outside of Superchargers, the Tesla is a great option if you travel outside of major metro areas. It's not the most premium EV in its class, and we're still not enamored with the driver assistance systems, but pricing and the charging network can't be overlooked. And in our Edmunds EV Range Test of a rear-wheel-drive 2026 Tesla Model 3, it traveled an impressive 393 miles on a full charge, outperforming its EPA range estimate of 363 miles.

Starting MSRP + destination charge: $44,130

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3. Hyundai Ioniq 5

EPA-estimated 318 miles of maximum range (RWD)

The Hyundai Ioniq 5 is one of the most striking designs you'll find on any new car, and when you combine that with agile handling and a comfortable interior, you get a fantastic EV. Hyundai's in-car tech and driver aids continue to impress, as do cargo and passenger space. Hyundai's build quality is excellent, and the design itself is both stylish and functional, offering SUV utility with not-so-SUV looks. The South Korean automaker's impressive warranty remains one of the best in the business and should provide a great deal of assurance to any buyer.

For range testing, we pitted both the dual-motor Hyundai Ioniq 5 Limited with 20-inch wheels (which is rated at 269 miles) and the off-road-lite XRT model (rated at 259 miles) against our test route. Both exceeded their range estimates in our Edmunds EV Range Test, with the XRT traveling 290 miles and the Limited managing 282 miles.

Starting MSRP + destination charge: $36,900

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4. Toyota bZ

EPA-estimated 314 miles of maximum range (XLE FWD Plus)

Toyota's small electric SUV was renamed the bZ for 2026 (keeping the odd lowercase letter but dropping the 4X at the end) as it underwent a significant upgrade. Though it still doesn't match the range offered by the Tesla Model Y, it's at least now competitive, with an estimated range of up to 314 miles. It also charges significantly faster than before when plugged into the right kind of charger. Speaking of which, the bZ also got a North American Charging Standard (NACS) plug for 2026, making it compatible with Tesla Superchargers.

The 2026 bZ is offered with front- and all-wheel drive, and while the AWD version is significantly quicker (0-60 mph in 4.6 seconds vs. 6.1 seconds), neither model feels slow from behind the wheel. Toyota tuned the bZ more for comfort than performance, which leads to a relaxing driving experience. 

We tested an XLE Plus and managed 331 miles in the Edmunds EV Range Test, 17 miles better than the EPA estimate.

Starting MSRP + destination charge: $36,495

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5. Chevrolet Equinox EV

EPA-estimated 319 miles of maximum range (FWD)

Chevy's Equinox EV may not be the most spacious or the best-performing EV. It also doesn't have the best range in its class, but what it does have is a great price and enough of those other things to make it an excellent value proposition for EV buyers, especially first-timers.

It's available in front- or all-wheel drive, and the latter can be had with either an 11-kW or a 19-kW onboard charger, though you'll give up some range for the 19-kW unit. Speaking of range, we were able to achieve a whopping 356 miles of range with a front-wheel-drive Equinox on our test route. That's 45 miles more than the EPA estimate, which is pretty impressive.

Starting MSRP + destination charge: $36,795

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6. Ford Mustang Mach-E

EPA-estimated 320 miles of maximum range (extended-range Premium RWD)

Pony-car fans lost their collective minds and started gathering their pitchforks and torches when Ford decided to put the Mustang badge on the side of an electric SUV, but the Mach-E delivers on its performance promise. It looks great and handles well, traits key to every Mustang. The interior feels premium, too, and offers great space in both rows as well as a sizable hatch. Great in-car tech and driver aids round out the package.

In Edmunds' testing, we managed to drive 301 miles on a single charge in a 2026 Mustang Mach-E AWD Premium, just eking past its 300-mile EPA estimate within the margin of error.

Starting MSRP + destination charge: $39,840

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7. Rivian R1S

EPA-estimated 410 miles of maximum range (dual-motor, Max battery pack)

The Rivian R1S is not only a great EV, but it's also a great three-row family SUV, and given that utility, it outsells its truck-shaped sibling by a considerable margin. Like Tesla, Rivian is a relatively new automaker, though the company's first two products — the R1S SUV and R1T truck — are among Edmunds' favorite electric vehicles. The R1S offers a premium and stylish interior, genuine off-road capability, and excellent real-world electric range. It's not the most affordable electric SUV around, but it is one of Edmunds' top picks for a good reason.

The tri-motor R1S we tested achieved 361 miles in our independent Edmunds EV Range Test, falling 10 miles short of its EPA-estimated 371 miles. Meanwhile, the dual-motor model with the Max battery and Performance Upgrade managed 386 miles in our testing — about 6% below its EPA-estimated 410 miles. Disappointing, sure, but both should offer plenty of range for most buyers.

Starting MSRP + destination charge: $85,885

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8. Tesla Cybertruck

EPA-estimated 335 miles of maximum range (20-inch Cyber wheels)

Despite its long gestation period and highly polarizing launch, Tesla's big stainless steel brick is the eighth best-selling EV in the U.S. Whether it's the out-there styling, the added utility of a bed that Tesla's other models can't match, or simply the fact that Tesla has a frankly staggering 59.7% share of the EV market in America, the Cybertruck is outselling all other electric pickups. In our testing of a 2024 Foundation Series Cybertruck, we went 334 miles, 16 miles better than its EPA estimate. 

Starting MSRP + destination charge: $77,235

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9. Honda Prologue

EPA-estimated 308 miles of maximum range (FWD)

Honda's Prologue EV is a classic case of badge engineering. Essentially, Honda wanted an EV ASAP, but it didn't want to spend the time or resources building one of its own, so it partnered with GM and slapped a new face and badges on a Chevy Blazer EV. The result, which doesn't much feel like your typical Honda, is actually pretty good. It's proven popular with buyers, and that's a good thing because Honda announced in March that it was killing off its three upcoming in-house EVs.

The Prologue features a maximum EPA range of 308 miles for the front-wheel-drive variant, and the top-tier Elite trim we tested will currently do an estimated 283 miles. That's pretty impressive in itself, but then you find out that we went a whopping 320 miles in our testing. That's 37 miles more than the EPA managed. Not bad, Honda/GM. Not bad at all.

Starting MSRP + destination charge: $41,495

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10. Kia EV9

EPA-estimated 305 miles of maximum range (Light Long Range)

The Kia EV9 is a roomy three-row crossover that just so happens to be electric. It comes with a generous list of standard features, rides smoothly and quietly, and charges quickly enough that it can be considered a viable electric vehicle for long-distance highway travel. For 2026, the EV9 gained a NACS charging port that makes it compatible with Tesla Superchargers.

Kia offers the EV9 in several flavors, starting with a single-motor model that offers relatively modest power (215 hp and 258 lb-ft of torque) and estimated range (230 miles). A Light Long Range trim has slightly less power but can travel up to 305 miles. At the top of the range sits the GT-Line that spins out 379 hp and 516 lb-ft, and although range for that model is currently estimated at 280 miles, we managed to get 306 miles on the Edmunds EV Range Test route. As an added bonus, its 0-60 run of 4.7 seconds is legitimately quick.

Starting MSRP + destination charge: $56,545

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