As political winds shift, drivers and automakers split their desires between EVs and iconic gas-powered models as they embrace a new generation of infotainment and driver-assist technologies. From full-size pickups to compact crossovers and mid-size electrics, these are the vehicles you’ll want to date in 2027.
Chevrolet Silverado (+GMC Sierra)
Refined and finessed for 2027, GM’s full-size pickups look ready for toil and play, whether a work truck or luxury GMC Denali. Choose amongst a 5.7-liter V8, 6.6-liter V8, turbo-four or inline-six diesel. Interiors are awash in up to 60-inches of screens, leather and head-up displays. GM’s hands-off Super Cruise even accommodates trailers.
Base price: $40,000.
Toyota bZ Woodland (Subaru Trailseeker)
These twins look like futuristic Outbacks, but pack exhilarating EV performance. Black fender cladding, 8.4 inches of ground clearance and a large wagon interior add practicality to flatscreen gauges and dual phone chargers. Standard AWD and 375 horsepower enable 0-60 mph in 4 seconds. Enjoy 280 miles range and 10-80% fast charge in 28 minutes.
Base price: $45,500
Kia Seltos
Flaunting baby Telluride style with flush door handles, floating roof, and bold angles, the roomy Seltos dishes an available 45-MPG hybrid with AWD optional. Gas models pack 2.0-liter four-cylinder or turbo-four engines. Large screens stream Netflix and YouTube while panoramic sunroofs and crash avoidance systems top this cupcake.
Base price: $25,000
Nissan Rogue Hybrid
Nissan’s popular crossover gains a bold exterior design over efficient hybrid powertrain that employs a 1.5-liter turbo-three for 225 horsepower and 41/36-MPG city/hwy. Interior luxuries include EV-inspired styling, dual 14.3-inch displays, Auto Lane Change and Hands-off Traffic Jam Support. Quiet and efficient, it’s ready for daily life.
Base price: $35,500
Mitsubishi Eclipse Sportback EV
A restyled Nissan Leaf, aggressive styling connects it to its Eclipse namesake. Twin charging ports include traditional and NACS for 10-80% fast charge in 35 minutes or 6.5 hours on 240v at home. Enjoy 282 miles range. Its airy cabin includes one-touch sunroof opacity, heated front/rear seats, vegan leather and Bose headrest speakers.
Base price: $37,750
Hyundai Tucson
Restyled like a chiseled brickhouse, the compact crossover offers more passenger space, minimized gauges, 17” dash screen, squircle steering wheel and upscale luxury. Choose a 184-horsepower turbo-four or hybrid delivering 233 horsepower and 40-MPG. Tow up to 3,000 lbs. An adventure-ready XRT Pro trim enhances off-road capability.
Base price: $30,000
Bentley Torcal
Bentley’s first all-electric crossover promises sporty styling, over 300 miles range, 0-60 mph in 2.8 seconds and 162 mph top speed – all while spoiling passengers in exquisite hides and veneers – carbon fiber optional. Indulge in the 1780w 28-speaker Naime for Bentley audio under a power-opaque sunroof as you power close your doors. Whoof!
Base price: $225,000
Volkswagen Atlas
This three-row crossover’s second generation is defined by expressive upscale design and a cabin with real wood, ambient lighting, 15-inch display, Nappa leather, front-seat massagers and front center airbags. Get it with AirConsole in-vehicle gaming that includes Tetris. All trims enjoy a 2.0-liter 282 horsepower turbo-four engine.
Base Price: $42,000
BMW 3-Series
Germany’s sport sedan looks more i3 EV with its pinched nose and interior graced bys large center screens and projector-based display that spans the upper dash. M350 xDrive models channel a 437-horsepower turbo-six engine; rear-drive 330s have turbo-fours. In the spirit of sport, steering and suspension are retuned to enhance handling.
Base price: $50,000
Slate EV
A bare-bones electric pickup that can be converted into an SUV with optional rear seats and topper. There’s no infotainment system, but comes standard with cruise, air-conditioning, and automatic emergency braking. All have black plastic bodies, however buyers can customize wraps. Expect 150-240 miles range depending on batteries.
Base price: $27,000
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