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The 2020s are seeing the rapid rise of the EV, with automakers offering more battery electric vehicles in their lineups than ever before.
It seems like the selection of new models is coming just in time, with some countries and US states putting restrictions on new ICE (internal combustion engine) vehicle sales.
Manufacturers from Europe and Asia already have many electric vehicles for sale. However, if you want your EV to be stamped with “Made in America,” you have a ffew options to choose from.
There are currently 14 on the market, listed here in alphabetical order.
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Cadillac Lyriq (from $58,590)
Cadillac’s first fully-electric vehicle is a mid-size luxury crossover on GM’s BEV3 platform. It also includes an updated version of GM’s Super Cruise semi-autonomous driving system.
The EPA-rated range of the RWD Lyriq is 312 miles. The single motor generates 340 hp and 325 lb-ft of torque, while the AWD dual-motor version, which is expected to be available this year, has an estimated output of 500 hp and 450 lb-ft of torque.
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Chevrolet Bolt EV (from $26,500)
Sales of the Bolt began in 2016 and it was listed in Time magazine’s “Best 25 Inventions” of that year. The front-wheel drive car’s 200 hp Interior Permanent Magnet electric motor means that it can accelerate from 0-60 mph in less than 7 seconds.
A small change made to the battery chemistry increased the EPA-rated range as of the 2020 model year, for a total of 259 miles on a single charge. The Bolt will be discontinued this year in favor of GM’s “new generation of electric vehicles.”
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Chevrolet Bolt EUV (from $27,800)
The larger version of the Bolt EV, sharing the same BEV2 platform, is designated as an “Electric Utility Vehicle,” or EUV. This subcompact crossover comes in 4 trim levels: LT, Premier, Launch Edition, and Redline Edition.
The combined EPA-rated range is slightly less than the smaller Bolt, at 247 miles. It will also be discontinued at the end of 2023 to make room for GM’s new electric vehicle lineup.
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GMC Hummer EV (from $108,700)
This massive EV weighs a total of 4.5 tons, with the battery alone weighing almost 3,000 pounds. Despite its size, it can accelerate from 0-60 in about 3 seconds, and has a total EPA-rated range of 329 miles.
Available as a pickup truck (SUT) and SUV model, the Hummer EV can also move diagonally with a four-wheel steering “crab walk” feature. GMC has announced that models produced in 2024 and on will be able to chage other EVs with an onboard 19.2 kWh charger.
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Ford F-150 Lightning (from $55,974)
Introduced in May 2021, this dual-motor four-wheel-drive electric pickup is equipped with 775 lb-ft of torque, giving it a towing capacity of 10,000 lbs. 0-60 mph times for the Lightning are around the mid-four-second range.
Power and range varies depending on the battery configuration. The base model has 452 hp and an EPA-rated range of 230 miles, while the high-end model has 580 hp and and 300 mile range.
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Ford E-Transit (from $53,790)
This is the electric version of the commercial-use Transit van, featuring a total output of 266 hp and 317 lb-ft of torque. The E-Transit sources many of its parts from other electric Ford vehicles, such as the traction motor from the F-150 Lightning and the liquid-cooled battery from the Mustang Mach-E.
Since it is intended for commercial use, a unique chassis accommodates both the batteries and a 3,880 lb maximum cargo capacity. The 60 kWh battery has a total range of 126 miles.
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Ford Mustang Mach-E (from $44,795)
This compact crossover SUV takes its name from the “Mach 1” moniker of the first-generation Mustang. The Mach-E comes with a number of high-tech features, including smartphone-enabled entry and a 15.5 inch touchscreen infotainment system.
The power output and range depends on the trim, with the entry-level 60 kWh battery version offering 266 hp with 230 miles of range, or 290 hp and 300 miles of range with the extended battery pack. The highest performance version, featuring dual-motor AWD, can deliver 346 hp.
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Lucid Air (from $89,050)
Launched in 2021, the Lucid Air is a luxury car designed to compete with the Tesla Model S, as well as high-end German luxury cars. With a 0-60 mph time of 2.5 seconds, the Air Dream Edition Performance has a total output of 1,111 hp.
The Dream Edition also has the longest range of any EV rated by the EPA, at 520 miles on a single charge. It also features an advanced driver-assistance system known as DreamDrive.
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Rivian R1S (from $78,000)
Rivian’s full-size off-road SUV shares 91% of its parts with the R1T. It offers plenty of storage space, including a large frunk area and third row seating, meaning it can hold seven passengers.
It includes air suspension and “Camp Mode” that can level the SUV on uneven terrain. Combined power output is 835 hp and 908 lb-ft of torque, with a total range of 316 miles when equipped with the Large 135 kWh battery.
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Rivian R1T (from $74,800)
This light-duty luxury pickup tied with the F-150 Lightning as the most efficient “Standard Pickup Truck” of 2022. It has a combined output of 835 hp and 908 lb-ft of torque.
EPA-rated range depends on the equipped battery size, with 230 miles on the “Standard,” 314 miles on the “Large,” and 400 miles on the “Max.” Auxiliary batteries can be mounted in the R1T’s bed for even more range, and can also be recharged by another R1T.
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Tesla Model 3 (from $40,240)
The Tesla Model 3 has been the best-selling electric car in the world since 2020. The base model of this four-door sedan has an EPA-rated range of 272 miles, while the Long Range version can go 358 miles on a single charge.
The Model 3 also comes equipped with full self-driving hardware, which is periodically improved via software updates. Peak power for the Long Range AWD Performance version is 450 hp.
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Tesla Model S (from $88,490)
The Model S has been built by Tesla since 2012 and features a dual-motor AWD configuration. At 1,020 hp and 1,050 lb-ft of torque, the Model S Plaid is the fastest accelerating production car in the world.
The height-adjustable Bilstein air suspension lowers itself at highway speeds, further improving aerodynamic efficiency. An EPA-rated range of 348-402 miles is supplied by a 100 kWh battery.
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Tesla Model X (from $98,490)
This mid-size luxury crossover SUV shares the same platform as the Model S and 30% of its parts. The dual-motor AWD car has been in production since 2015 and features a panoramic windshield and falcon wing doors for passenger access.
The Model X is currently only available as the Long Range version, with an EPA-rated range of 351 miles, or 333 miles for the Plaid version. Both versions come with Tesla’s Autopilot driver assistance system.
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Tesla Model Y (from $47,490)
The Tesla Model Y shares about 75% of its parts with the Model 3 and is built on the same sedan platform. The Long Range AWD model can travel up to 326 miles on a single charg.
This compact crossover is also the first of any Tesla car to use a heat pump, which is up to 300% more efficient than electric resistance heating. This makes the Model Y more energy efficient in cold weather, conditions under which EVs can sometimes suffer a 40% reduction in battery capacity.