Five EVs coming in 2023
As we turn the corner into 2023, we showcase five electric vehicles that are set to launch over the next 12 months. Take a look at this special feature to find out which EVs we’re most excited for.
Fisker Ocean – Spring 2023
The highly anticipated Fisker Ocean SUV is due for release next year, with the American automotive start-up looking to disrupt a burgeoning segment of electric SUVs.
The striking design of the Fisker Ocean will be backed up by a ‘Sport’ model which pumps out 275hp to achieve a 0-60mph time of 6.9 seconds. ‘Ultra’ and ‘Extreme’ trims will follow, offering a significant upgrade of power to 550hp, which drastically reduces that 0-60 time to just over three seconds.
With ranges between 250 and 350 miles, the Fisker Ocean will be looking to compete with some of the more premium electric SUVs around, particularly with prices for higher end models starting from around £59,900.
Audi A6 e-tron – Spring 2023
Audi’s plan is to have more than 20 fully electric models in its portfolio by 2025 continues early next year with the release of the new A6 e-tron.
The new model is expected to be based around the A6 Avant e-tron concept that was revealed earlier this year at the 2022 Annual Media Conference. Prototype versions of the vehicle had been spotted in testing just a few months ago, with images seeming to confirm certain details about the car, such as size and design.
Despite being camouflaged, the A6 e-tron looks to be one of the longest Audi’s ever produced, which follows the blueprint of the Avant concept, which sat at over 16 feet long. The all-new e-tron is expected to deliver a range of 435 miles and deliver 0-62mph in less than four seconds.
As we sit and wait patiently for more details on Audi’s next electric vehicle, we can be pretty certain that it will sit towards the top end of the ‘premium EV’ list, with a starting price of around £60,000 rumoured.
BMW i7 – Winter 2023
BMW’s ultra-luxury i7 saloon is set to go on sale in November 2023, and it has a range of eye-catching features which makes it one of the most interesting EVs on this list.
As well as a 388 mile range and a 0-60mph time of just 4.7 seconds which will challenge its main rival, the Mercedes EQS, the i7 also comes with an amazing interior which includes a theatre screen in the back.
This 31-inch, 8K display folds down from the roof to turn the back seats into your very own private cinema. Combined with 36 speakers with surround sound, it also has built in 5G internet connection with Amazon Fire TV, giving your passengers the most entertaining and premium in-car experience.
Rolls Royce Spectre – Q4 2023
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Rolls Royce’s first electric vehicle has received a great deal of attention since it was announced by the luxury manufacturer, and it *should* be available towards the end of next year.
The Spectre has been put through its paces this year, having completed a winter testing programme in Sweden, before it continued its 2.5-million-kilometre testing phase along the French Riviera.
The Rolls will be powered by two electric motors delivering a mighty 577 horsepower, propelling the near 3 tonne vehicle from 0 to 60mph in just 4.4 seconds and up to a top speed expected to be limited to 155mph.
Prices, as you would expect, are dear for the Spectre, with the electric vehicle to cost around £300,000, placing it between the Cullinan and the rang-topping Phantom.
Polestar 3 – Winter 2023
The new year will mark the start of a new wave of electric vehicles for Polestar, with the Swedish manufacturer set to launch at least two new cars in 2023, starting with the Polestar 3. The Polestar 3 will be the brands first SUV and the first vehicle to be produced on two continents.
According to the manufacturer, the Polestar 3 will, over time, offer autonomous highway piloting powered by the best-in-class LiDAR sensor from Luminar and centralized NVIDIA computing power. At launch, the Polestar 3 will feature a dual-motor drivetrain and a large battery, with a range target of over 370 miles (WLTP).
“Polestar 3 is a powerful electric SUV that appeals to the senses with a distinct, Scandinavian design and excellent driving dynamics,” said Thomas Ingenlath, Polestar CEO. “It takes our manufacturing footprint to the next level, bringing Polestar production to the United States. We are proud and excited to expand our portfolio as we continue our rapid growth.”
The Polestar 3 will precede the aptly named Polestar 4, an all-new electric SUV coupe which is also set to launch next year. A Polestar 5 and Polestar 6, also known as its O2 concept, are also planned, but details on their release have not yet been confirmed.
