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Clauderanked #6⌄

Here is a breakdown of the **best electric cars of 2026**, spanning different categories and budgets, based on the latest expert rankings: --- ## 🏆 Best Electric Cars of 2026 --- ### 1. 🥇 **Hyundai Ioniq 5** — *Best Overall EV / Best Electric SUV* The Hyundai Ioniq 5 has won Kelley Blue Book's Best EV award three years running, and a massive price cut for 2026 (up to $9,800 off) brings the starting price down to $35,000. With up to 318 miles of range and an 800-volt architecture that enables charging from 10% to 80% in roughly 20 minutes, it's faster to refuel than almost anything in this price range. The best electric SUV is the 2026 Hyundai Ioniq 5, with an overall score of 9.4 out of 10. --- ### 2. ⚡ **Tesla Model Y** — *Best-Selling EV / Great All-Rounder* The Tesla Model Y has a comfy interior for passengers and lots of space for cargo. It's decently fun to drive, with quick acceleration and over 300 miles of driving range. The Model Y's advanced driving features can significantly reduce the tedium of driving. Edmunds considers the updated Model Y one of the best electric SUVs you can buy overall. --- ### 3. 🏅 **Tesla Model 3** — *Best Electric Sedan Benchmark* The 2026 Tesla Model 3 continues to set the electric car benchmark, providing ample range, lively driving dynamics and cutting-edge tech at an attainable price.