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New Cars 2026 & 2027: every new model launching in the UK

Your guide to all of the new cars coming soon. From hatchbacks to SUVs and everything in between, here are all the models due in 2026.

Author: Phill Tromans Last updated: 5th February 2026

Buying a new car? Before you step into a new car showroom, read our guide to all the new cars that are coming in the next 12 months and beyond. There are some exciting new cars due in 2026 and some look well worth the wait.

So if you’re in the market for one of the best family cars, best SUVs or best electric cars in 2026 then hold your horses and read our expert guide to the best new cars coming in 2026 and beyond.

New Cars 2026

Aion UT

Type: electric hatchback | On sale: 2026 | Starting price: less than £30,000 (est)

The Aion UT electric hatchback is set to be the second car from Chinese manufacturer Aion to launch in the UK, the first being the V (below). The UT is a product of the Chinese carmaker GAC Aion, but has been styled in Italy and, while UK specs haven't been finalised, could offer an electric range north of 300 miles. Chinese market cars feature a 60kWh battery and a 267-mile range. Its size makes it a rival to cars like the Volkswagen ID.3, which the Aion UT is likely to undercut on price.

Aion V

Type: electric SUV | On sale: 2026 | Starting price: circa £30,000 (est)

2026 AION V

This Aion V will be Aion's first car on UK streets, with deliveries due in the spring of 2026. UK specification hasn't yet been confirmed, but based on other markets we're expecting a 226PS electric motor with a large 90kWh battery that should give a range of around 325 miles. The Aion V will be a rival to cars like the Skoda Enyaq and the Tesla Model Y, but likely at a considerably lower price.

Bentley Luxury Urban SUV

Type: luxury electric SUV | On sale: late 2026 | Starting price: TBC

Don't worry, that's not its actual name – Bentley has yet to give its new electric SUV a proper moniker, but we should find out much more when it's revealed in 2026 ahead of 2027 deliveries. What we do know is that it is less than five metres long and, Bentley says, give owners the full craftsmanship and driving experience that they'll expect from one of Britain's most luxurious marques. Fast charging is promised – zero to 100 miles in less than seven minutes – but there's no news yet on battery size or range. Stay tuned.

BMW i3

Type: electric saloon | On sale: mid-2026 | Starting price: TBC

Not to be confused with the pioneering electric city car, the new BMW i3 will be an electric BMW 3 Series and, as a result, a big deal. Utilising the latest Neue Klasse look seen in the concept car above, the new BMW i3 will likely feature a 500-mile battery range in order to battle forthcoming rivals from Mercedes and Audi, but also newer competition from the likes of Tesla and BYD spinoff Denza. 

BMW iX3

Type: electric saloon | On sale: Now | Starting price: £58,755

On sale now and due for delivery from March 2026, the new BMW iX3 is the first BMW with the fresh Neue Klasse design and is something of a technological showcase. A 500-mile-plus range from its 108.7kWh battery will be a big draw in the battle with the forthcoming new Mercedes GLC while 400kW charging promises 231 miles in 10 minutes. Prices start at £58,755.

BYD Atto 2

Type: small electric/hybrid SUV | On sale: now | Starting price: £30,850

You can already buy the electric versions of the new BYD Atto 2, but 2026 will see the arrival of petrol-electric plug-in hybrid models as BYD continues its UK growth. The Chinese brand has established itself quickly with a range of predominantly electric cars, but the addition of a PHEV to the range will add an extra dimension to the company that offers value-for-money prices, but still with lots of standard equipment. The BYD Atto 2 hybrid doesn't really have many direct PHEV rivals, but customers of the likes of the Ford Puma and Toyota Yaris Cross could well be tempted.

Cadillac Lyriq

Type: electric SUV | On sale: TBC | Starting price: £75,000 (est)

The Cadillac Lyriq has actually been around for several years and has been due to touch down in the UK almost since its 2023 launch. It's not here yet, but General Motors Europe say it definitely will be soon, which we're taking to mean 2026. It marks the return of the Cadillac brand to the UK after a number of years and we're expecting another model shortly after to give customers of the "new" luxury marque a bit more choice. When it eventually arrives, expect around 326 miles of battery life and power up to 615PS.

Changan Deepal S05

Type: electric SUV | On sale: Early 2026 | Starting price: £33,000

Changan is not yet a big name in the UK car market, but it has considerable chops, with global facilities and millions of cars built each year. Its first car launched on these shores was the Deepal S07, and the follow up will be the smaller Deepal S05, with both full electric and a range-extended electric models planned. Expect a range of more than 300 miles on the electric model, and an electric-only range of 96 miles on the range-extender, as well as the option of all-wheel drive. It will be a rival for cars like the Kia EV3, the BYD Atto 3 and the Omoda E5.

Chery Tiggo 4

Type: petrol small SUV | On sale: Q1 2026 | Starting price: £20,000 (est)

Chinese manufacturer Chery has made no bones about its desire to swipe customers from Volkswagen with its own-brand cars. Chery is the owner of both Omoda and Jaecoo, which have already seen success in the UK, and the Tiggo 4 will be its first venture into the crossover SUV market, setting its sights on the Volkswagen T-Cross. Power comes from a 1.6-litre petrol engine. Expect very competitive prices, likely starting at around £20,000.

Cupra Raval

Type: small electric hatchback | On sale: 2026 | Starting price: £25,000 (est)

Formerly known as the Urban Rebel, the Cupra Raval is a forthcoming electric city car, measuring just over 4m in length. Sitting below the Cupra Born as the most affordable model in the Cupra line-up, the Raval boasts up to 226PS from its front-mounted electric motor, giving it zippy acceleration and a range that could near 280 miles on a full charge. It should give customers a sportier option than rivals like the Skoda Epiq and the Volkswagen ID.Polo, which which it shares the same platform.

Denza B5

Type: plug-in hybrid SUV | On sale: 2026 | Starting price: £TBC

Denza is the premium arm of BYD - pitched at the likes of BMW and Mercedes - and the Denza B5 will be one of its first cars on UK shores. It's a premium but rugged SUV, in the vein of the Land Rover Defender, and powered by a plug-in hybrid engine with a whopping 686PS, capable of managing up to 62 miles on electric power only. Big power, off-road capability and lots of toys as standard should make the public sit up and take notice when it arrives towards the end of 2026.

Denza Z9 GT

Type: electric/plug-in hybrid shooting brake | On sale: 2026 | Starting price: TBC

BYD's luxury brand will introduce this stylish shooting brake to the UK in 2026, likely with a choice of electric and plug-in hybrid (PHEV) power. That will make it, on paper at least, a rival for the Porsche Taycan and it boasts an impressive specification. The PHEV promises up to 125 miles of electric only driving, with three electric motors combining with a 2.0-litre turbo petrol engine for a whopping 870PS. The electric version has even more power – 965PS – using the same tri-motor setup. Oh and the rear wheels can steer to let you crab walk into parking spaces. Intriguing.

Geely Starray EM-i

Type: plug-in hybrid SUV | On sale: 2026 | Starting price: £29,990

Chinese giant Geely's second UK car will be the Starray EM-i, a plug-in hybrid SUV that starts at less than £30,000, which is considerably less than rivals like the Kia Sportage, the Citroen C5 Aircross, the Toyota RAV4 et al. The Starray EM-i Super Hybrid, as it's formally known, has a 1.5-litre engine with an electric motor generating north of 250 horsepower. Full details have yet to be revealed for the UK, but we know it'll come with a choice of three trims, and a stonking eight-year, 125,000-mile warranty. Stay tuned.

Honda 0 Saloon

Type: electric saloon | On sale: 2026 | Starting price: £TBC

First revealed as a concept car at the end of 2024, the Honda 0 Saloon was scheduled for production in 2026, although it may now slide into 2027 with the 0 SUV taking priority. Both cars are based on an all-new EV platform designed to produce cars that are lightweight, aero-effcient and with loads of interior space. Expect both single-motor and dual-motor versions and a healthy amount of power. Fingers crossed the production version of the 0 Saloon is as eye-catching as the concept.

Honda 0 SUV

Type: electric SUV | On sale: late 2026 | Starting price: £TBC

Like the saloon, the Honda 0 SUV is still a just a prototype at this point, but Honda IS making it, with production due to start towards the end of 2026. Will it look qiute like the radical image you see here? Expect a few compromises for mass production, but it could well maintain many of the unusual shapes and features as it seeks to unseat the likes of the Hyundai Ioniq 5 and Tesla Model Y. The Honda 0 SUV will bring lightweight construction, maximised interior space and lots of flexibility to give as much practicality as possible.

Honda Super-N

Type: electric city car | On sale: 2026 | Starting price: under £30,000 (est)

The funky Honda Super-N electric city car was revealed at the Japan Mobility Show in 2025 and Honda confirmed that it is coming to the UK in 2026. The Super-N is a kei car – a type of compact car very common in Japan – and has a chunky, sporty look. No tech specs have yet been revealed to this spiritual successor to the Honda e, but we know it's electric and will probably cost less than £30,000 in order to compete with the likes of the Hyundai Inster and the Renault 5.

Hyundai Ioniq 3

Type: electric hatchback | On sale: 2026 | Starting price: under £30,000 (est)

Due for a full reveal in April, the new Hyundai Ioniq 3 is likely to bear a very close resemblance to the Hyundai Concept Three that was shown off in 2025. That means we're expecting at a sporty-looking all-electric hatchback, around the size of the Kia EV3 (with which it will share some components). It'll be a rival for the EV3 as well as the Volkswagen ID.3 and the Cupra Born, and will likely feature two battery options with a range of up to 400 miles. But we'll find out more later in 2026.

Hyundai Ioniq 6 N

Type: electric sports saloon | On sale: 2026 | Starting price: circa £65,000 (est)

After the success and acclaim levelled at the Hyundai Ioniq 5 N, it's no surprise that the Korean manufacturer has given the same performance treatment to the Hyundai Ioniq 6. The resulting Hyundai Ioniq 6 N will be another all-electric performance car with 650PS from dual motors and a 0-62mph time of just 3.2 seconds. All that and a battery range pushing 300 miles. The exact price hasn't been finalised, but it will likely be around the £70,000 mark.

Jaguar GT EV

Type: luxury EV | On sale: 2026 | Starting price: £100,000

You can’t have missed the new Jaguar GT concept. It’s created umpteen headlines – and put the Jaguar brand back on the map after years of being in the doldrums. So what is it? Well, the concept is an extreme, angular, low-slung two-door coupe that bears a welcome reference to a Rolls-Royce Spectre. The production car will be a four-door GT, with a design and interior that won’t be too far removed from this concept. It will be fully electric, have a long range and rapid charging ability, while prices will start from north of £100,000 as Jaguar repositions itself as a luxury EV brand.

Jeep Recon

Type: electric 4x4 | On sale: 2026 | Starting price: £70,000 (est)

Think of the new Jeep Recon as an electric Jeep Wrangler. That's not how Jeep is marketing it, but it's a "proper" off-roader, with removable doors, four-wheel drive from dual electric motors and no shortage of power at 650PS. It's the first electric Jeep to sport the brand's Trail Rated badge, which is reserved only for cars that can cut it in the rough stuff. We'll see the first cars hit the UK towards the end of 2026.

Jeep Wagoneer S

Type: electric SUV | On sale: 2026 | Starting price: £75,000

The new Jeep Wagoneer S is the American 4x4 brand’s first global EV. It is a modern electric alternative to a Jeep Grand Cherokee that the firm hopes will take on rivals such as the BMW iX and Mercedes-Benz EQE. Prices are likely to start from £75,000 and a huge 100kWh battery will give a range of more than 300 miles. It is said to have a high-end interior, with plenty of luxury features to go up against its premium rivals. There will be an abundance of passenger space and an 866-litre boot.

Kia K4 Sportswagon

Type: petrol/hybrid estate | On sale: 2026 | Starting price: £27,000 (est)

With the K4 hatchback already on sale, Kia has announced that an estate version called the Kia K4 Sportswagon will follow it. No firm release date has been confirmed, but the car's been fully revealed with a 604-litre boot, petrol or mild-hybrid power to start with, and the addition of a hybrid model later in the year. The price is likely to be around £27,000, which would make it exceedingly competitive against likes of the Toyota Corolla Touring Sports, the Skoda Octavia Estate and the Peugeot 308 SW.

Kia EV5

Type: electric SUV | On sale: now | Starting price: £39,295

Kia continues its expansion of its electric vehicle range with the Kia EV5, a sister car to the combustion-engined Kia Sportage and a rival for the likes of the Ford Explorer and Skoda Enyaq. Front-wheel-drive versions are already available to order and all-wheel-drive models will follow in 2026. Expect plenty of standard features across at least three trim levels, good practicality and, of course, Kia's impressive seven-year warranty.

Kia PV5

Type: electric MPV | On sale: now | Starting price: £32,995

After the VW ID.Buzz reawakened the large van-based people carrier market for the electric age, Kia has decided to get involved too. The Kia PV5 Passenger is, as the name suggests, a version of its cargo van, but with extra seats in for people-hauling. With a starting price less than £33,000, it dramatically undercuts the funky VW while it gets a 159-mile range and tons of space inside. Kia says with five seats in place, you'll have a 1330-litre boot, which is huge. Six and seven-seat versions will follow in 2026.

Kia Seltos

Type: petrol SUV | On sale: 2026 | Starting price: TBC

What if the Kia EV3 had a petrol engine? The new Kia Seltos is pretty much what you'd get, based on what we know so far. Scheduled for release some time in 2026, the Seltos is a petrol-powered small SUV sitting between the Stonic and the Sportage, roughly aligned with the Niro. Expect a 536-litre boot, a GT-Line version with funky styling, and the possibility of all-wheel drive. Kia hasn't yet announced UK specs, but global options include a 2.0-litre petrol engine and two 1.6s. Stay tuned.

Leapmotor B03X

Type: electric small SUV | On sale: 2026 | Starting price: under £30,000 (est)

Unveiled initially as the Leapmotor A10, this compact electric SUV will be renamed the B03X for its European arrival. We've not had much information about it yet, but we know it'll have a range of around 250 miles and it should be a rival for cars like the Ford Puma Gen-E, the Vauxhall Mokka Electric and the BYD Atto 2. It is expected on our shores in the second half of 2026 with a sub-£30k price tag to keep it competitive against rivals.

Maxus MIFA 7

Type: electric MPV | On sale: now | Starting price: £39,995

The new Maxus MIFA 7 is a large electric family MPV. Sitting below the extra-large Maxus MIFA 9, it measures around 4.9 metres long and has seating for seven. Those in the back enjoy the easy-access flexibility of sliding rear doors. Consider it a more affordable alternative to a Volkswagen ID.Buzz, with prices starting from £39,995. It is also an EV alternative to the Lexus LM but, again, is almost half the price. There are two battery choices, 77kWh or 90kWh, with the larger offering a range of 298 miles. The interior is high-tech and includes a panoramic glass roof. The 2-2-3 seating layout is also functional.

Mazda CX-6e

Type: electric SUV | On sale: late 2026 | Starting price: £45,000 (est)

Essentially the battery-powered equivalent of the Mazda CX-5, the new Mazda CX-6e will touch down in the UK later in 2026. With a 300-mile battery range, it's mechanically very similar to the Changan Deepal S07 – the CX-6e has been a joint development betweem Mazda and the Chinese company. With rear-wheel drive and some smart styling, it should be fun to drive, even if the battery range isn't anything to write home about by modern standards. Hopefully its engagement factor will give it an advantage over cars like the Skoda Enyaq, the Citroen e-C5 Aircoss and the Kia EV5.

Mercedes GLB

Type: electric SUV | On sale: 2026 | Starting price: £42,000 (est)

While it looks rather similar to the first-generation model, the 2026 Mercedes GLB is all-new and will come in both electric and mild-hybrid versions. Mercedes promises a battery range of up to 392 miles for the EV, with two electric versions available to start with,and at least three mild-hybrid models following shortly afterwards. The new Mercedes GLB will be available in both five-seat and seven-seat configurations and looks to be packed with tech.

Mercedes-Benz GLC EQ

Type: electric SUV | On sale: now | Starting price: £60,350

Like Bob Dylan before it, the Mercedes GLC has gone electric. This is the Mercedes GLC with EQ Technology, to give it its full name. And it looks like being a strong rival to SUVs like the BMW iX3 and Audi Q6 e-tron when it arrives in the spring. The order books are already open and customers can look forward to a battery range north of 400 miles, all-wheel drive and up to 489PS of power, as well as a top-quality interior and state-of-the-art technology.

MG4 Urban

Type: electric hatchback | On sale: February 2026 | Starting price: £25,000 (est)

Despite the name, the MG4 Urban is an entirely different car to the existing MG4, although it will be sold alongside it. Confused? Understandable. But the MG4 Urban is a more affordable, slightly larger and slightly softer option for MG customers, with front-wheel drive and a starting price likely to be below £25,000. UK specs have yet to be confirmed, but when it arrives in February, it should be a rival for cars like the BYD Dolphin and the Renault 5.

MG S9 PHEV

Type: plug-in hybrid SUV | On sale: 2026 | Starting price: £40,000 (est)

Revealed seemingly by mistake at the end of last year, after it aced its tests by independent safety organisation Euro NCAP, the MG S9 PHEV hasn't officially been confirmed. However, it seems like the kind of thing we'd like – a plug-in hybrid seven-seat SUV that should offer a value-for-money alternative to the likes of the Skoda Kodiaq and Peugeot 5008. An educated guess would suggest it could use the same PHEV system as the MG HS, which has a big 25kWh battery and 75 miles of electric-only driving, but we'll have to wait for confirmation.

Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV

Type: plug-in hybrid SUV | On sale: summer 2026 | Starting price: £40,000 (est)

Six years after Mitsubishi decided to stop selling cars in the UK, it's back with the latest incarnation of the Outlander PHEV. Due to arrive in the summer, along with the latest L200 pickup truck, the fourth-generation Outlander is a plug-in hybrid SUV that we expect will have a 1 2.4-litre petrol engine with two electric motors and a battery, with an electric-only range of around 38 miles. It'll provide new competition for cars like the Hyundai Santa Fe and the Kia Sorento.

Nissan Juke

Type: electric SUV | On sale: 2026 | Starting price: £22,000 (est)

We've only seen this mysterious darkened background shot of the new all-electric Nissan Juke, but that's enough to tell us that it's nearly ready for a full reveal for a 2026 launch. It will be built alongside the current combustion-engined Juke at Nissan's Sunderland factory and, if the manufacturer is to be believed, will cost around the same with a starting price around £24,000. With its eyecatching looks and a predicted battery range north of 350 miles, it could offer a tempting alternative to the likes of the Ford Puma Gen-E, the Vauxhall Mokka Electric and the Peugeot E-2008.

Nissan Leaf

Type: electric SUV | On sale: 2026 | Starting price: £33,000 (est)

A pioneer of the mass-market electric car, the Nissan Leaf name badge is being applied to an all-new model next year. No longer a hatchback, the new Nissan Leaf is an SUV to take on cars like the Kia EV3 and the Skoda Elroq. Equipped with a choice of two batteries and fast charging at up to 150kW, it promises up to 375 miles on a full charge. Can one of the original EVs reclaim its place at the top of the electric tree? We'll find out when the first deliveries land in the spring.

Nissan Micra

Type: electric hatchback | On sale: now | Starting price: £21,495

Another new electric car to tap into the past is the latest Nissan Micra. Sharing components with the latest Renault 5, the new Nissan Micra is styled after the 2002 Micra K1 and is on sale now with the first deliveries expected at the start of 2026. It's a small electric hatchback with a choice of two battery sizes and a range of up to 253 miles. It is very similar to the Renault in a lot of ways, but then the new R5 is rather good, so that might not be a disadvantage for the Nissan...

Omoda 4

Type: electric/combustion SUV | On sale: 2026 | Starting price: £20,000 (est)

Formerly known as the Omoda 3, the Omoda 4 is a new small SUV from the recently launched (in the UK) Chinese company and takes aim at the likes of the Ford Puma and the Toyota C-HR. A seven-year warranty, futuristic styling and a choice of both combustion and full-electric power should turn some heads, but we'll have to wait until more information is revealed to know whether it will be a contender in a very competitive market.

Omoda 7

Type: plug-in hybrid/combustion SUV | On sale: early 2026 | Starting price: £29,915

The Omoda 7 is a small SUV that will come as a plug-in hybrid with 204PS and up to 56 miles of electric-only range, or as a pure petrol model with a 1.6-litre, 147PS engine. Customers are promised a huge 15.6-inch infotainment screen with wireless Apple Carplay and Android Auto, a 639-litre boot, three Isofix child-seat mounting points and a seven-year/100,000-mile warranty. All that for just £29,915 for the petrol model and £32,000 for the PHEV. Sounds great on paper, but we'll judge it when we drive it.

Polestar 5

Type: electric fastback GT | On sale: 2026 | Starting price: £89,500

The latest luxury car from Polestar, the upmarket offshoot of Volvo, is the Polestar 5, a flagship electric sports-car-cum-GT that takes aim at the Porsche Taycan, the Audi e-tron GT et al. It has all-new electric running gear that, depending on which model you go for, delivers up to 883PS and a range of up to 416 miles. Performance should be stupendous, but Polestar says it will be comfortable too. It could be all things to all people... for a price.

Porsche Cayenne Electric

Type: electric SUV | On sale: now | Starting price: £83,200

The fully electrified Porsche Cayenne is available to order now with the first cars arriving at the start of 2026. It's an absolute monster in terms of power, with 442PS in the standard Cayenne Electric and a whopping 1156PS in the Cayenne Turbo Electric giving a supercar-like 0-62mph time of 2.5 seconds. Expect the traditional excellent handling we've come to expect from Porsche and a very nicely finished interior to tempt would-be customers of the likes of the BMW iX and Lotus Eletre.

Range Rover Electric

Type: electric luxury SUV | On sale: 2026 | Starting price: £130,000 (estimated)

The new Range Rover Electric is the first-ever electric version of the world-famous luxury SUV. It’s open for pre-orders now and is expected to be fully released in 2026. It won’t be cheap, with a starting price upwards of £130,000 likely, but it will be extremely luxurious, with brilliant refinement and performance to match a Range Rover V8. Visually, it will look almost identical to other new Range Rovers, which is no bad thing and the interior will be similarly palatial. An indulgent way to go green.

Renault 4

Type: electric hatchback | On sale: now | Starting price: £25,695

The new Renault 4 follows up another smash-hit retro recreation, the Renault 5. Following in the footsteps of the classic Renault 4, it is a practical five-door that will be an alternative to more traditional small electric SUVs such as the new MINI Aceman. Cute touches include an opening canvas electric roof and, inside, a baguette holder. The comprehensive Google-based infotainment system is a real highlight too. It will have an EV range of up to 250 miles and a standard heat pump should ensure efficiency in the winter.

Renault Twingo

Type: electric city car | On sale: late 2026/early 2027 | Starting price: below £20,000

Renault has revived the Twingo name by harking back to the classic, cutesy model of the 1990s and reinventing the Renault Twindo as a five-door electric city car. The French company is targeting a sub-£20k price and its small battery should be good for around 165 miles of range and very low running costs. This should put EV ownership within reach for urban drivers and first-time buyers, and provide a rival to cars like the Dacia Spring and the BYD Dolphin Surf.

Skoda Epiq

Type: small electric SUV | On sale: mid-2026 | Starting price: around £25,000 (est)

The new Skoda Epiq is our first look at an affordable entry-level electric Skoda that may be revealed in 2025 ahead of going on sale in 2026. Affordable will hopefully mean a price from under £20k, although the Skoda Epiq will be a proper five-door with a huge 490-litre boot. A potential range of nearly 250 miles will be handy, too.

Smart #2

Type: electric city car | On sale: late 2026 | Starting price: Below £25,000 (est)

There's a new version of the Smart ForTwo coming, except it's now called the Smart #2 and it's due at the end of the year. We've only seen disguised shots of the #2 so far, but it has the unmistakable look of the original Smart car, with two seats and a low, low price – at least by modern standards. Expect an entry price of less than £25,000, which should keep it in the mix against rivals like the new Renault Twingo, the BYD Dolphin Surf, the Dacia Spring and more.

ID.EVERY1

Type: electric city car | On sale: 2027 | Starting price: £17,000 (est)

The new Volkswagen ID.EVERY1 is a very important car for the German giant. Aiming to be its most affordable new electric car of all, prices could start from just £17,000 when it arrives in 2027. VW bosses say it represents the "last piece of the puzzle on our way to the widest model selection in the volume segment." It will sit below the 2026 Volkswagen ID.Polo. Contemporary rivals are thin on the ground – only the Dacia Spring and Leapmotor T03 really compete in the sub-£20k EV sector at the moment, although the forthcoming new Renault Twingo is also going to be competition. The keen pricing will mean a smallish battery, with Volkswagen estimating a range of at least 155 miles.  

Volkswagen ID.Polo

Type: electric small hatch | On sale: mid 2026 | Starting price: from £22,000 (est) 

Originally called the Volkswagen ID.2 concept, Volkswagen is reverting to its traditional names for its next generation of electric cars, hence this now being called the VW ID.Polo. It's designed to be an affordable EV so expect starting prices of around £22,000. You can expect to see the production VW ID.Polo feature a choice of two batteries – a 38kWh unit for the entry-level model and a larger 56kWh pack for long-range versions. A VW ID.Polo GTI with 226PS will follow in 2027.