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From a Subaru compact crossover to a larger Toyota midsize SUV, the cheapest electric SUVs you can buy in 2026
SUVs cost more than cars, and electric vehicles cost more than gas-powered models, so an electric SUV might seem destined to carry a hefty price tag. That assumption is wrong. Despite the loss of federal EV tax incentives, plenty of electric SUVs remain within reach, reflecting how much the segment has grown. Far more affordable electric SUVs exist today than existed five years ago. Every vehicle on this list starts at a notably lower price than the broader electric SUV segment overall, and even accounting for buyers who step up a trim level or add option packages, the typical transaction price stays well below what a new vehicle costs on average today, making these models genuine bargains within the electric SUV market.
The 10 SUVs below appear on U.S. News, covering the cheapest electric SUVs in 2026. They span a wide range of driving ranges and body styles, from compact urban crossovers to larger midsize SUVs, giving budget-conscious shoppers real variety at the affordable end of the electric market.
Subaru stands out with three separate models on this list, a reflection of the brand’s rapid push into the affordable EV space through a shared platform developed alongside Toyota $TM, which also places two of its own models here. Safety and range vary considerably across the lineup too, with some models prioritizing driving distance on a single charge while others lean harder into safety scores or interior comfort, giving shoppers plenty of room to prioritize the traits that matter most for their own driving habits. A couple of entries also face looming discontinuation, reminding shoppers that the affordable EV market keeps shifting quickly as automakers refresh lineups and phase out older models in favor of newer replacements.
