In 2026, the benchmark for “long-range” has officially shifted. While 300 miles was once the gold standard, the leading electric vehicles for this model year now push well beyond 400 miles, with some luxury sedans even crossing the 500-mile threshold.1
Here are the electric cars with the longest range available in 2026, categorized by their real-world and EPA-estimated capabilities.
1. The 500-Mile Club: Ultra-Long Range
These vehicles represent the pinnacle of battery efficiency and aerodynamics. They are designed for cross-country travel with minimal charging stops.
- Lucid Air Grand Touring: 512 miles2
The Lucid Air remains the undisputed range king for 2026. Thanks to its incredibly low drag coefficient (0.197 Cd) and advanced 900V battery architecture, it is the only production EV to officially surpass 500 miles on a single charge.
- Mercedes-Benz CLA Electric: ~484–492 miles (WLTP)3
A newcomer for 2026, the electric CLA uses the new MMA platform.4 It isn’t just about a big battery; it uses technology from the EQXX concept to achieve “hypermiler” levels of efficiency.+1
- Mercedes-Benz EQS 450+: 481 miles (WLTP) / ~390 miles (EPA)5
The flagship luxury sedan continues to offer massive range due to its huge 118 kWh battery pack.
2. The 400-Mile Club: Premium Performance
These cars offer enough range to handle almost any road trip while providing high-end luxury and speed.
- Lucid Gravity: 450 miles6
The most impressive SUV on the list. It manages to deliver 450 miles of range despite its size and 7-passenger capacity.
- Chevrolet Silverado EV (RST Max Range): 450–492 miles
The Silverado EV (and its cousin, the GMC Sierra EV) leads the truck segment. Its massive battery allows it to outlast almost any other utility vehicle on the road.
- Audi A6 e-tron (Performance): 463 miles (WLTP)7
Audi’s sleek new sedan utilizes the PPE platform to maximize range while offering 270kW fast charging that adds 200 miles in just 10 minutes.
- Rivian R1T & R1S (Max Pack): 410–420 miles8
Rivian’s “Max Pack” battery configuration remains a top choice for adventurers who need range in remote areas.
- Tesla Model S (Long Range): 410 miles9
The veteran of the group received a slight range bump for 2026, keeping it firmly in the top tier of long-distance cruisers.
3. Comparison Table: Longest Range EVs 2026
| Vehicle Model | Max Range (Est.) | Body Style | Starting MSRP (Est.) |
| Lucid Air Grand Touring | 512 Miles | Sedan | $110,000 |
| Mercedes CLA Electric | 490 Miles | Sedan | $55,000 |
| Audi A6 e-tron | 463 Miles | Sedan | $70,000 |
| Lucid Gravity | 450 Miles | SUV | $80,000 |
| Chevrolet Silverado EV | 450 Miles | Pickup | $75,000 |
| Tesla Model S | 410 Miles | Sedan | $75,000 |
| Rivian R1T | 410 Miles | Pickup | $87,000 |
Why is Range Increasing in 2026?
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800V/900V Architectures: Higher voltage systems reduce heat and increase efficiency, allowing more “miles per kWh.”
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Improved Aerodynamics: Cars like the Mercedes CLA and Lucid Air are shaped like raindrops to cut through air resistance.
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NACS Charging: With almost all 2026 models adopting the Tesla Supercharger plug, range anxiety is further reduced by the sheer availability of chargers.
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