Electric vehicles are the future of the automotive industry, whether we like them or not. But some exciting vehicles are coming out soon that will invigorate the market.
These range from luxury EVs to sports cars and more, joining impressive vehicles such as the Hyundai Ioniq 5 & 6 to spice up the electric world. A few sports cars are even going to add some fun to the electric future.
Cadillac Celestiq
One of the most exciting EVs on the way is the stunning Cadillac Celestiq. The Celestiq should arrive either later in 2024 or in 2025, and it has one of the most dramatic designs of any luxury car on the market with its sleek lines and sharp curves, plus its fantastic proportions.
The Celestiq will start at around $300,000, which is what you would expect from such a luxurious vehicle. Under the hood will be the General Motors’ Ultium battery pack, which should provide up to 600 hp and four-wheel drive. The Celesiq should also have a range of around 300 miles, making it the perfect grand tourer for long-distance trips without worrying too much about range anxiety.
BMW i5 Touring
The BMWBMW’s i5 Touring, a powerful addition to the BMW range, is just around the corner. This executive electric station wagon, following the footsteps of the i5 Saloon, is set to make a grand Entrance as the first of its kind in the market. With a range of up to 348 miles, it promises to deliver a potent and competent performance that impresses automotive enthusiasts and potential luxury car buyers.
BMW says the i5 Touring will have up to 348 miles of range, and sales of the new wagon commenced in May 2024. The electric motor will provide 340 hp for the i5 Touring, and the station wagon has one of the best designs of any current BMW following a couple of years of poor design choices and ugly styling.
2025 Chevrolet Bolt EV
The popular and affordable Chevrolet Bolt EV will enter a whole new generation in 2025, and it should continue its run as the most budget-friendly and affordable EV in North America. At the time of writing, the 2024 Bolt EV retails at $27,800, and a $7,500 Clean Vehicle Federal Tax Credit is available to apply to the vehicle’s price.
The new Bolt EV will use the General Motors Ultium platform as its basis and will likely arrive at the start of the 2025 model year. Chevrolet is giving away few details on its new EV, but it should exceed the current 247 miles of EPA-estimated range of the outgoing Bolt EV. Its budget-friendly price is a big win for Chevrolet in what is becoming a crowded market.
Dodge Charger Daytona SRT
Diehard gearheads and enthusiasts might not like it, but Dodge is shaking up the electric car world with the 2025 Charger Daytona SRT. This is the fully electric version of the Dodge Charger, as the Stellantis brand waves farewell to the internal combustion engine muscle car. Dodge recently took the covers off the production version of the EV after showing off a concept a couple of years ago.
Performance upgrades will be available for the Daytona SRT, with 50 hp available thanks to the Direct Connection Stage 1 upgrade kit. The Power Shot feature will boost the power by 40 hp for 15 seconds. Even more power is available with the Direct Connection Stage 2 upgrade kit and the Power Shot feature, boosting power levels up to 670 hp and 627 lb-ft of torque.
Ford Explorer Electric SUV
It won’t come to the United States immediately, but the Ford Explorer electric SUV is a real winner. For now, the new SUV will stay in Europe and start below the $50,000 mark. In the UK, the Explorer retails for £39,875, which is roughly $49,000.
The base model offers 168 hp and 218 miles of range, while the more extensive 77 kWh extended-range Explorer has 282 hp and 374 miles. The new Explorer’s design is subtle and modern, providing one of the sleekest-looking EVs on the market. Ford will provide all the expected technical wizardry, such as Apple and Android connectivity.
Renault 5 EV
One of the best EVs imminent in 2024 is the small Renault 5 EV Supermini. The new Renault 5 takes its name from the original classic of the 1980s, although it has grown somewhat since the original model.
However, Renault has done an excellent job adding some retro-design cues from the 5 EV to create a more vivid, dynamic, and exciting-looking electric car. Renault has unapologetically made the Renault 5 a retro masterpiece, and it shows with one of the best-looking EVs on the market and a far cry from the often drab and dreary SUVs that populate the segment. Even though it is a supermini, the Renault 5 EV will still have up to 248 miles of range.
Honda S2000 EV
Several stories have been in the pres over the years about a Honda S2000 revival since the Japanese manufacturer dropped the car from its lineup in 2009. Those ramped up in 2023 with the suggestion that an electric version of the S2000 was coming, potentially for the brand’s 75th anniversary that year.
So far, that has yet to materialize, but the rumors of an electric Honda S2000 still persist. Honda plans to launch at least 30 new EVs by the end of the decade, and a new S2000 would be a great way to fill the sports car space in the range. Honda may also add Type R badges to the S2000 EV to create the first electric Honda Type R model.
Hyundai Ioniq 6 N
The Hyundai Ioniq 6 is already on sale, but the South Korean manufacturer plans to launch a new, sportier version of the Ioniq 6 N. This follows the very well-received Ioniq 5 N of 2023 when Hyundai added electric power to its N range for the first time.
Hyundai has yet to confirm the Ioniq 6 N officially, but it’s an open secret that it’s on the way. Hyundai has already previewed the Ioniq 6 N with the RN22e concept, which featured new bodywork, including a large rear wing and a front lip, to enhance the performance and appearance of the concept car.
Hyundai Ioniq 7
Hyundai isn’t done with its Ioniq range just yet. A new, larger SUV, which could also bear the name Ioniq 9, is on the way. Hyundai has previewed the design with the radical Concept SEVEN, although the production car is likely to lose some of the more innovative features of the concept’s interior.
Besides the concept, Hyundai has revealed very little about the Ioniq 7. It is set to launch in the 2025 model year and will likely cost upwards of $50,000. The Ioniq 5 and Ioniq 6 have models offering over 300 miles of range, and the Ioniq 7’s range may start at around the 300-mile miles.
Fisker Pear
Fisker is a brand that aims to upset the big boys with its upcoming range of EVs. The Pear crossover is the first step towards this, set to launch in 2025. The Pear should start at below $30,000 with an estimated MSRP of $29,900, and it will offer rear and all-wheel drive, plus two battery options.
One of its most interesting features is that the lift gate retracts into the bumper instead of a traditional trunk. While the entry-level Pear will have only around 180 miles of range, the top-level model should offer over 300 miles, and its pricing puts it in a very competitive position in the market.
Jeep Wrangler EV
Jeep currently offers a hybrid version of the Wrangler, the 4xe, but the Stellantis brand has teased an all-new fully electric version that should debut soon. As part of its Easter Jeep Safari, the company took the covers off the Magneto concept car, previewing an electric production version.
Under the skin of the Magneto were four battery packs with a combined power output of 285 hp. While it could come sooner, leaked documents from the end of 2023 hinted at a 2028 debut for the Wrangler EV; however, Jeep could surprise us and launch it sooner.
Tesla Roadster 2.0
Years after revealing the first Tesla Roadster, Tesla is launching an all-new sports car, Roadster 2.0, one of the most highly anticipated EVs of recent years. Elon Musk has claimed production should start in 2024, which would mean deliveries begin at some point in 2025.
We know that Roadster 2.0 will have a tri-motor e-AWD setup under the hood and retail for around $200,000. Tesla has not yet revealed how much power it will have, but 1,000 hp is likely. The Roadster should have a 0-60 mph time of less than one second. One of the most outlandish claims is that the new Roadster will have 7,376 lb-ft of torque.
Alfa Romeo 33 Stradale
The Alfa Romeo 33 Stradale is the Italian manufacturer’s first supercar in some years. Alfa Romeo did launch a V6-powered version, but the highlight is the electric 33 Stradale, which has 750 hp, a remarkable 130 hp more than the ICE version of the supercar.
That power comes with three permanent magnet synchronous motors, and the EV version signals the future as the V6 33 Stradale is Alfa Romeo’s last-ever combustion supercar. Alfa Romeo produces just 33 units of the supercar, and as most have opted for the V6-powered model, the EV 33 Stradale will be even rarer overall.
