New Car Calendar for the US Market

Last Updated: Tuesday, April 7, 2026

This calendar reflects the latest manufacturer announcements, auto show reveals, and industry reports as of early April 2026. It focuses on key 2026 and early 2027 model-year vehicles launching or arriving in the US market. Dates, pricing, and specifications are estimates and subject to change due to supply chain, regulatory, or market factors. Electrified powertrains (hybrids and EVs) continue to dominate new introductions.

Late 2025 / Early 2026 Releases (Now Arriving)

Manufacturer
Model
Type / Powertrain
Est. Starting Price
Key Highlights
Audi
A6 e-tron
Electric Sedan/Hatch
$68,000
Up to 392-mile range, 800V charging, advanced digital cockpit, now arriving at dealers.
Cadillac
Vistiq
3-Row Electric SUV
$80,000
Ultium platform, ~300+ mile range, Super Cruise, luxury family hauler.
Chevrolet
Bolt EV / EUV
Electric Hatch / Crossover
$29,000
Affordable EV refresh with LFP battery, ~260-mile range, NACS port standard.
Honda
Prelude
Sporty Hybrid Coupe
$32,000
~200 hp hybrid system, fun-to-drive Civic-based platform, now in showrooms.
Hyundai
Palisade
Midsize SUV (Gas/Hybrid)
$40,000
Significant refresh, available hybrid powertrain, premium interior and ride quality.
Jeep
Cherokee
Compact SUV (Hybrid focus)
$37,000
New hybrid powertrain, improved efficiency and capability.
Toyota
RAV4
Compact SUV (Hybrid dominant)
$35,000
Major redesign with bolder styling and stronger hybrid emphasis.

Mid 2026 Releases (Spring/Summer)

Manufacturer
Model
Type / Powertrain
Est. Starting Price
Key Highlights
BMW
iX3
Electric Crossover
$60,000
First Neue Klasse model, ~400-mile range, advanced interior tech.
Kia
EV3
Compact Electric SUV
$35,000
Affordable EV with strong range and distinctive styling.
Rivian
R2
Electric SUV
$45,000
More affordable Rivian with excellent off-road capability.
Genesis
GV60 Magma
Performance Electric Crossover
$70,000
High-output Magma variant with sportier tuning.

Late 2026 Releases (Fall/Winter)

Manufacturer
Model
Type / Powertrain
Est. Starting Price
Key Highlights
Honda
0 Series Saloon / SUV
Electric Sedan & SUV
$40,000+
New dedicated EV platform with advanced "ASIMO OS" software.
Jeep
Recon
Electric Off-Road SUV
$60,000
Removable doors/roof, serious off-road capability in EV form.
Acura
RSX (revival concept moving to production)
Electric Performance SUV
$55,000 est.
Sporty EV with Honda/Acura performance DNA.

Throughout 2026 (Flexible Timing)

Manufacturer
Model
Type / Powertrain
Est. Starting Price
Key Highlights
Alfa Romeo
Giulia
Sedan (Gas / Hybrid / EV)
$50,000
Significant refresh with possible high-performance EV variant.
Genesis
GV90
Full-Size Luxury Electric SUV
$100,000+
Flagship three-row EV with ultra-premium features.
Tesla
Model Y Juniper
Electric Crossover
$45,000 est.
Refreshed Model Y with improved range, ride, and interior.