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A group of 98 journalists from around the world, including two from Cars.com, named cars in six categories that most embody automotive excellence and innovation for 2026.

The following list highlights the 10 most efficient electric cars for 2026. Where more than one version of a given model qualifies, we selected the most efficient version.

The BMW i3 is an all-new electric car that fuses the spirit of BMW’s 3 Series compact sports sedan with an electric powertrain good for an estimated 440 miles of range and 463 horsepower.

Shopping for a three-row SUV means balancing priorities of seat quantity versus comfort. If the number of seats trump all, many three-row SUVs offer a second-row bench, but other models give up the second-row middle seat for captain’s chairs.

BMW is recalling more than 58,700 vehicles over an issue with the electrical wiring harness for the air-conditioning system.

2026 BMW X5 pricing starts at $69,050 (including destination charge), though some versions exceed $100,000.

The new Audi RS 5 is promising, but plug-in electric hybrids from BMW, Mercedes and McLaren haven't been without compromises in our experience.

The 2026 SUV market features a notable redesign with the hybrid-only Toyota RAV4 as well as all-new EVs like the Rivian R2 and Subaru Trailseeker. Favorites like the Hyundai Palisade and Kia Telluride also get significant redesigns.

BMW is recalling nearly 87,400 vehicles, including a population of Toyota Supras, over an issue with the starter motor that may cause a fire.

Here are the free charging perks currently offered for electric cars, SUVs and trucks on sale now or soon to hit the market.