As per our research, we can now identify five new Toyota and Lexus electric vehicles (EVs) planned for U.S. dealerships by 2027. These models, spanning segments, aim to cater to a variety of car buyers in America, complementing its strong hybrid model range.
1. Toyota bZ Woodland (Early 2026)
The bZ Woodland, revealed on May 15, 2025, is an adventure-oriented variant of the bZ series, featuring enhanced ground clearance, rugged styling, and a larger cargo hold.
With a standard all-wheel drive system, this wagon-like crossover develops up to 375 hp and delivers a range of 260 miles. Toyota has confirmed that it intends to launch the vehicle in early 2026, with prices (MSRP) ranging from USD 45,300 to USD 47,400.
2. Toyota C-HR Electric (Early 2026)
The all-new 2026 Toyota C-HR electric SUV reaches U.S. dealerships in early 2026. It features standard all-wheel drive, and an impressive 338 hp output. Toyota estimates the reborn C-HR can travel up to 290 miles on a single charge.
Using its 74.7 kWh battery, charging from 10% to 80% takes around 30 minutes at DC fast charging stations. The C-HR includes paddle shifters for adjustable regenerative braking. Inside, it has customizable ambient lighting, and a 14-inch touchscreen multimedia system.
Cargo space totals 25.4 cubic feet behind the rear seats. The C-HR electric is priced (MSRP) between USD 37,000 and USD 39,000.
3. Lexus ES Electric (H1 2026)
The all-new 2026 Lexus ES electric sedan arrives in the U.S. later this year. It introduces two battery-electric versions: the ES 350e with front-wheel drive, offering 220 hp and a range of around 300 miles, and the ES 500e all-wheel drive, producing 338 hp and about 250 miles of range.
Both use the North American Charging System (NACS) and support DC fast charging, reaching 80% in roughly 30 minutes. The ES electric debuts Lexus’s new “Clean Tech x Elegance” design inspired by the LF-ZC concept.
A Lexus-first exterior color, Wavelength, is available across the lineup. While prices will be announced closer to launch, we expect a starting price of around USD 60,000.
4. Toyota Highlander Electric (H2 2026)
On April 25, 2024, Toyota confirmed plans to produce “an all-new, three row battery electric SUV” at its plant in Princeton, Indiana. While the name or the exact launch timeline was not confirmed, we’re expecting this vehicle to be called the Highlander Electric.
The new Toyota electric SUV, expected to adopt styling from the bZ Large SUV concept, was originally planned for production in 2025. Automotive News then reported that the launch is delayed until late 2026, with production moving from Indiana to Kentucky.
The three-row SUV should cater to families seeking an all-electric alternative to the gas-powered Highlander. Competing with the Kia EV9 and Hyundai Ioniq 9, we expect a starting price of around USD 55,000.
5. Toyota Land Cruiser Sport EV (Mid-2027)
In May 2025, Bloomberg reported that Toyota plans to launch 7 new EVs by mid-2027 in the U.S. market. This lineup includes two different three-row SUVs which Toyota confirmed back in April 2024.
While Toyota has streamlined plans to build both SUVs at the Kentucky facility, Reuters had reported that one of the electric SUVs will be based on the Land Cruiser. This is expected to be the production version of the Land Cruiser SE concept, which was revealed in Japan in 2023.
Japanese publication Best Car has also speculated that Toyota’s future heritage-inspired SUV could be called the Land Cruiser Sport, complete with AWD capability and optional two-row seating configuration.
An automobile engineer by training, I’ve analyzed the global car market since 2005, with a keen focus on EVs since 2008. My journey in online automotive publishing spans 17 years, during which I have reviewed cutting-edge automotive technologies and interviewed leading global CEOs and vehicle developers.
