11 EVs Built for Effortless Long-Distance Travel

These 11 long-range EVs make long-distance travel easy, offering excellent range, fast charging, and a relaxed driving experience for every road trip.

Tesla Model S

The Model S is like the OG of making long trips easy. That range, honestly, it’s just silly. Like 400 miles in some versions? And the Supercharger network… it’s just there, it works, you don’t have to think about it. The car is a spaceship inside with that… yoke thing, which I’m still not totally sold on, but the whole experience is just seamless. It’s expensive, though, I mean, it starts at like, what, $75,000? But for eating up miles, it’s still the benchmark.

Hyundai Ioniq 6

Man, I love this car. It looks like a freaking Porsche from the future, or something. But beyond that, it’s a range champ. Seriously, some trims get over 360 miles. And it charges so fast, like, “go get a coffee and you’re basically done” fast. The interior is super cozy and well-made, it’s just a really nice place to be for hours. And it’s not Tesla-money, you’re looking at maybe $42,000 to start? Such a smart buy.

Lucid Air

So the Lucid Air… this is the one that looks at the Model S and says “hold my beer.” The range is just… astronomical. We’re talking over 500 miles in the top model. That’s a whole different league. The interior space is insane too, like, limo-level legroom. It’s a proper luxury car that also happens to be an efficiency wizard. But yeah, the price, oof. Starts around $70,000 and goes straight to the moon. It’s for when you have absolutely zero interest in stopping. Ever.

BMW i4

It drives just like a BMW, which is to say it’s fantastic on a twisty road, but it’s also so quiet and comfortable on the highway. The range is solid, like 300 miles, and the build quality is just top-notch. It doesn’t scream “I’M AN EV!!” which some people really like. You can get into one for around $52,000, which for a BMW with this much tech and performance… it’s pretty compelling, not gonna lie.

Ford Mustang Mach-E

The Mach-E is just a great all-rounder. It’s fun to drive. The range is really good, especially in the extended battery versions, and the BlueCruise hands-free driving tech is a legit game-changer for highway boredom. It makes a 6-hour trip feel like 4. Prices start around $43,000, which feels really fair for what you get.

Kia EV6

The EV6 is like the Ioniq 6’s slightly more practical cousin. Seriously, 10 to 80% in like 18 minutes? That’s just… that’s a party trick. The interior is cool and modern, and the ride is super comfortable. It’s just a really smart, well-executed car. Starts at about $42,000. It’s one of those cars that just makes sense.

Mercedes-Benz EQS

Oh, wow. The EQS. This is the S-Class of the EV world. It is the definition of serenity. It’s so, so quiet. The ride is like floating on a cloud of money. And the Hyperscreen dashboard… it’s ridiculous, it’s like a theater screen in your car. The range is great, over 350 miles, and the charging is fast. But you pay for it, obviously. Starts at like $105,000. It’s not a car, it’s a statement that you value silence and pillows above all else.

Rivian R1T

Okay, a pickup! But hear me out. For a long trip, especially if it involves, like, going camping or something, the R1T is unbelievable. The ride quality is magic, it just smothers bumps. It’s insanely powerful, and the gear tunnel is just… so clever. The range is solid, and the adventure vibe is built right in. It’s expensive, starting around $70,000, but if your “long trip” is off the beaten path, nothing else really compares.

Tesla Model 3

The Model 3 is the everyman’s long-distance EV. It’s not as plush as some others, the ride can be a bit firm, but the efficiency is off the charts. You get a lot of range for your money. And again, the Supercharger network is the killer app. You just get in and go, the car plans your route, it’s all so simple. For a starting price of like $39,000, it’s still the gold standard for easy, worry-free electric road tripping for the masses.

Cadillac Lyriq

The Lyriq is just… cool. It feels special. The design inside and out is gorgeous, and it’s so quiet and comfortable. It’s a proper luxury cruiser. The range is right up there, over 300 miles, and it’s got GM’s new Ultium platform, which is supposed to be the future and all that. It feels like a lot of car for the money, which starts at around $58,000. It’s a really strong, comfortable, stylish option if you want to stand out from the Tesla crowd.

Porsche Taycan

And for the… “driver.” The Taycan. It’s a sports car, right? But it’s also a fantastic grand tourer. It can cross states at an alarming speed, but in total comfort. The interior is beautiful, the build quality is perfect. And its party trick is that it can charge even faster than most—it can suck down electrons like nobody’s business. It is not cheap, starting at around $90,000, but if you want your long trip to also be an exhilarating driving event, this is it.