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Every electric vehicle in the United States

69 brands, 160 models. Compare specs, prices, pros/cons, common issues, and total cost of ownership. The most detailed EV buying & ownership guide for the US market.

EV brands in the United States

Acura (Honda)

USA/Japan · Est. 1986

Acura ZDX reboots the nameplate as a premium electric SUV. GM Ultium underpinnings, Acura tuning.

1 model
4W

Alpha Motor Corporation

USA · Est. 2020

Retro-futurist design language. Reservation-stage only — production credibility unproven.

1 model
4W

Aptera Motors

USA · Est. 2019

Cult-followed solar EV revival. Pre-production after multiple delays; reservation holders waiting since 2020.

1 model
3W

Audi

Germany · Est. 2007

Premium luxury EVs with excellent build quality. e-tron GT is the performance benchmark. Expensive but the German engineering is evident. Limited charging infrastructure is a concern.

6 models
4W

AutoNxt Automation

India · Est. 2017

Tech-first electric tractor maker. Battery-swap is a genuine differentiator. Limited dealer presence currently.

1 model
4W

Bentley Motors (VW Group)

United Kingdom · Est. 1919

Hand-built British luxury. Bentayga PHEV leads sales globally. Beyond100 strategy targets BEV-only by 2030.

3 models
4W

BMW

Germany · Est. 2006

Performance luxury EVs. iX1 is the most accessible. i4 is a driver's car. Limited charging infrastructure is the main concern for buyers.

7 models
4W

Bollinger Motors

USA · Est. 2015

Pivoted from consumer SUV B1/B2 dreams to a focused commercial truck. Niche but funded by Mullen Automotive.

1 model
4W

BrightDrop (GM)

USA · Est. 2021

FedEx and Walmart fleet customer. Sales below GM expectations; rebranded under Chevy in 2025.

1 model
4W

BYD

China · Est. 2007

Best battery tech globally. e6 is popular with ride-hailing fleets. Atto 3 is well-specced for the price. Seal is performance-oriented. Chinese origin is a concern for some buyers.

5 models
4W

Cadillac (GM)

USA · Est. 1902

Lyriq has rebooted Cadillac's image — modern design, great range. Escalade IQ keeps the full-size SUV throne in EV form.

5 models
4W

Candela Boats

Sweden · Est. 2014

Industry-defining electric hydrofoil engineering. C-8 changed expectations for electric boating.

1 model
4W

Canoo

USA · Est. 2017

Innovative skateboard-platform startup but financially troubled. NASA, USPS, Walmart pilot fleets.

1 model
4W

Chevrolet (GM)

USA · Est. 1911

Equinox EV is the affordable Ultium SUV at ~USD 35k. Silverado EV competes with F-150 Lightning. US-focused; no India presence.

4 models
4W

Daimler Truck / Freightliner

Germany / USA · Est. 2021

World's largest truck maker. Freightliner eCascadia is the most-sold US Class 8 BEV. Conservative, fleet-focused.

2 models
4W

Damon Motors

Canada · Est. 2017

Innovative CoPilot ADAS and Shift adjustable ergonomics. Delivery delays have hurt credibility.

1 model
2W

Energica Motor Company

Italy · Est. 2014

Italian electric superbike specialist. Premium pricing, race heritage from MotoE championship (2019-2022).

1 model
2W

Faraday Future

USA · Est. 2014

Famously troubled US EV startup. FF 91 finally delivered to a handful of customers in 2023-24. Solvency and roadmap uncertain.

1 model
4W

Ferrari S.p.A.

Italy · Est. 1939

Pinnacle Italian supercar marque. SF90 Stradale (PHEV) is Ferrari's first plug-in. UAE is among Ferrari's most important markets.

1 model
4W

Fisker Inc. (defunct)

USA · Est. 2016

Ambitious design-led EV brand. Ocean had quality and software issues; brand collapsed in 2024. Pear never reached customers at scale.

2 models
4W

Ford Motor Company

USA · Est. 1903

F-150 Lightning is America's best-selling electric pickup. Mustang Mach-E divides purists but sells well. Strong US/Europe presence; India market exited.

6 models
4W

Genesis Motor

South Korea · Est. 2015

Korean luxury alternative to Mercedes/BMW. Strong build quality + features. India launch tentative.

1 model
4W

GMC (General Motors)

USA · Est. 1911

Hummer EV is the loudest statement EV — 1,000 hp, CrabWalk, removable roof. Polarising on efficiency but iconic on presence.

3 models
4W

Honda 2Wheelers

Japan · Est. 1999

Trusted legacy brand. Activa e: has massive brand equity from ICE Activa (India's best-selling 2W). Late to EV but will be a market reshaper. Battery swap via Honda.

2 models
4W

Hyundai Motor

South Korea · Est. 1996

Best EV tech in India (800V, V2L, ultra-fast charging). Ioniq 5 is aspirational. Creta EV will disrupt the mass market. Excellent build quality but premium pricing.

6 models
4W

Jeep (Stellantis)

USA · Est. 1941

Iconic 4x4 brand transitioning to electric. Wagoneer S is luxury-flagship; Recon channels the Wrangler ethos.

2 models
4W

Kenworth Truck Company (Paccar)

USA · Est. 1923

American premium truck builder. T680E launched 2022, primary rival to Freightliner eCascadia.

1 model
4W

Kia

South Korea · Est. 2019

EV6 is one of the best EVs in India — 800V, fast charging, great range. Very expensive but worth it for enthusiasts. Limited to premium segment.

6 models
4W

Land Rover (JLR)

UK · Est. 1948

Off-road luxury icon. PHEV variants are class-leading on EV range. Reliability historically a concern but Range Rover Electric is highly anticipated.

2 models
4W

Lexus

Japan · Est. 2017

Ultra-reliable luxury. Lexus quality is legendary. EV range is limited in India but RZ 450e is excellent. Toyota engineering pedigree with luxury execution. Very small but loyal buyer base.

2 models
4W

Li Auto

China · Est. 2015

EREV pioneer in China — large family SUVs with petrol generator for range top-up. L9 is the volume flagship.

1 model
4W

Lincoln Motor Company

USA · Est. 1917

Quiet luxury alternative to German rivals in North America. Grand Touring PHEV trims combine V6 power with electric range — popular with families.

2 models
4W

LiveWire (Harley-Davidson)

USA · Est. 2021

Harley's EV gambit, spun out as separate brand in 2021. S2 Del Mar is the mainstream-price entry.

1 model
2W

Lucid Motors

USA · Est. 2007

Air Grand Touring hits 516 miles EPA — longest-range EV in production. Sapphire is a 1,234 hp super-sedan. Niche but technically impressive.

2 models
4W

Maserati (Stellantis)

Italy · Est. 1914

Trident-badge prestige paired with 800V EV tech. Folgore is the all-electric performance line.

2 models
4W

Mazda Motor Corporation

Japan · Est. 1920

Mazda's EV strategy is cautious. MX-30 has class-shortest range; EZ-6 changes the game.

1 model
4W

McLaren Automotive

United Kingdom · Est. 1985

F1 racing heritage applied to road cars. Artura PHEV is the gateway to electrification — mixed reception from purists.

1 model
4W

Mercedes-Benz

Germany · Est. 1994

The luxury EV benchmark. EQS is the most premium EV in India. Extremely expensive but unmatched luxury. Small but wealthy buyer base.

8 models
4W

MINI

UK/Germany · Est. 2012

Premium urban EV. Iconic styling. BMW Group service network. Niche but loyal buyer base.

2 models
4W

Mitsubishi Motors

Japan · Est. 1970

PHEV pioneer with Outlander. Kei-car EV with Nissan Sakura twin. Behind on pure BEV strategy.

1 model
4W

Nissan

Japan · Est. 2005

Major Japanese EV brand globally (Leaf pioneer). India EV portfolio still being defined. Conservative roll-out expected.

2 models
4W

Peterbilt Motors (Paccar)

USA · Est. 1939

Iconic chrome-grilled American truck. 579EV is the brand's flagship BEV — sold to fleet customers like Walmart and PepsiCo.

1 model
4W

Polestar

Sweden · Est. 2017

Premium Scandinavian EV. Volvo DNA + performance focus. India launch tentative.

4 models
4W

Porsche

Germany · Est. 2012

The ultimate performance EV. Taycan drives like a Porsche should. Macan Electric coming soon. Eye-watering prices but unmatched driving dynamics. The EV for petrolheads.

3 models
4W

Ram Trucks (Stellantis)

USA · Est. 2010

American full-size truck heritage entering EV. 1500 REV claims class-leading range with optional range-extender variant.

2 models
4W

Riese & Müller

Germany · Est. 1993

Premium German e-bike benchmark. Dual-battery options and Bosch motors. Most expensive mainstream e-bike brand.

1 model
2W

Rivian Automotive

USA · Est. 2009

Premium adventure EV brand. Cult following among outdoor enthusiasts. Tank-turn, gear tunnel, kneeling mode innovations. Service network non-existent in India today.

4 models
4W

Rolls-Royce Motor Cars (BMW Group)

United Kingdom · Est. 1904

Pinnacle of automotive luxury. Spectre arrival in 2023 signals Rolls-Royce's full EV transition by 2030. UAE is Rolls-Royce's largest per-capita market.

1 model
4W

Slate Auto

USA · Est. 2022

Stealth-mode startup until 2025 reveal. Backed by Bezos Expeditions. Budget-EV positioning is rare in US market.

1 model
4W

Sony Honda Mobility (Afeela)

Japan · Est. 2022

Software-and-entertainment-first EV brand. PS5-derived chips and 40+ sensors. Polarising styling, premium pricing.

1 model
4W

Specialized Bicycle Components

USA · Est. 1974

Premium global cycling brand. Turbo Vado is the benchmark commuter e-bike. Expensive but class-leading.

1 model
2W

Subaru

Japan · Est. 1953

Solterra brings Subaru's symmetrical AWD heritage to EV. Modest range vs competition but trail-capable.

2 models
4W

Suzuki Motor Corporation

Japan · Est. 1909

Late to BEV. e Vitara leverages Toyota platform tech for global launch.

1 model
4W

Telo Trucks

USA · Est. 2022

Internet darling for its tiny-truck-with-real-bed proposition. Pre-production startup risk.

1 model
4W

Tesla

USA · Est. 2003

The brand that made EVs cool globally. Elon Musk factor. Model Y is highly anticipated but pricing is premium. Supercharger network is the gold standard. Service centre availability is the concern.

7 models
4W

Toyota

Japan · Est. 1997

Trusted for reliability. Late to pure EV but engineering pedigree is unmatched. Urban Cruiser EV will leverage Maruti's dealer network. Conservative but safe bet.

3 models
4W

Trek Bicycle

USA · Est. 1976

Premium US cycling brand. Allant+ uses Bosch motor; mainstream-premium commuter e-bike.

1 model
2W

VanMoof (post-bankruptcy, McLaren Applied)

Netherlands · Est. 2009

Iconic Dutch design. 2023 bankruptcy hurt trust but McLaren Applied restart aims to recover. Premium positioning.

1 model
2W

Verge Motorcycles

Finland · Est. 2018

Sci-fi looking hubless motor design. TS Ultra has 1,200 Nm torque. Niche but visually iconic.

1 model
2W

VinFast

Vietnam · Est. 2017

Unknown in India. Aggressive global expansion. Backed by Vingroup (Vietnam's largest conglomerate). Will need to build trust from scratch. Competitive pricing expected.

6 models
4W

Volkswagen

Germany · Est. 2007

Premium German engineering. India EV portfolio still being defined. Strong VW Group resources.

4 models
4W

Volvo Car

Sweden · Est. 2007

Safest EV brand. XC40 Recharge is well-liked by families. Premium pricing limits volume. Strong brand trust in safety-conscious segment.

7 models
4W

Workhorse Group

USA · Est. 1998

Long-running US EV-truck startup. W56 is the comeback model after USPS loss. Niche fleet customer base.

1 model
4W

Wuling (SAIC-GM-Wuling)

China · Est. 2002

Mass-market ultra-affordable Chinese EV maker. Hong Guang Mini reshaped the city-EV segment.

1 model
4W

Xiaomi Auto

China · Est. 2021

Tech-first EV upstart. SU7 is Xiaomi's Tesla Model 3 rival — strong design and software ecosystem integration.

1 model
4W

Xos Trucks

USA · Est. 2016

Niche US EV-truck startup. UPS and FedEx fleet customers. Stock has been volatile post-SPAC.

1 model
4W

X Shore

Sweden · Est. 1996

Tesla of boats. Premium Scandinavian design. Niche luxury market.

1 model
4W

Zeekr (Geely)

China · Est. 2021

Premium Chinese EVs with serious engineering. 001 FR has 1,265 hp. Expanding into Europe and Middle East.

1 model
4W

Zero Motorcycles

USA · Est. 2006

Premium US electric-bike OG. SR/F and SR/S are benchmark performance EV motorcycles globally.

1 model
2W
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