Eager to purchase a new vehicle? You may wish to hold off as several exciting models are set to hit dealerships nearby shortly. These include a vintage-inspired sports sedan equipped with a conventional fuel engine and a tough all-terrain SUV driven by an electric motor. Additionally, there’s a hybrid pickup truck featuring both gas and electric power options, potentially revolutionizing the market. According to Edmunds’ team of experts, these are likely to be among the top picks for buyers arriving later this year.
2026 Dodge Charger Six-Pack Sedan
Perhaps you’ve come across the Charger Daytona R/T, Dodge’s latest electric performance coupe that borrows styling cues from the iconic 1969 Charger. However, if an electric vehicle isn’t your preference and you require a four-door option, there’s positive news ahead: meet the 2026 Charger Sixpack four-door sedan featuring a turbocharged 3.0-liter inline-six gasoline engine.
Referred to as the “Hurricane,” this engine produces 420 horsepower in its standard-output configuration, surpassing the output of the 5.7-liter V8 found in the previous model of the Charger. Additionally, we anticipate that Dodge will introduce a high-performance version of this engine later, which is expected to generate around 550 horsepower.
2026 Honda Prelude
The Honda Prelude exemplified Honda’s design and engineering prowess during the 1980s and 1990s. However, following the conclusion of the 2001 model year, it vanished from the company’s range of vehicles. Now, a full twenty-five years later, it is making a return.
The completely redesigned 2026 Honda Prelude will adopt a hybrid setup. It’s likely that this new model will employ the same hybrid system found in the hybrid variants of the CR-V and Civic. At present, Honda has not disclosed details regarding its horsepower output or anticipated fuel efficiency. Nonetheless, the Prelude will include an S+ Shift mode which Honda claims will enhance driving enjoyment beyond conventional hybrids.
2026 Jeep Recon
With few exceptions, most electric SUVs are best driven on the pavement instead of off-road. Jeep plans to change that with the upcoming 2026 Recon, a bold and boxy EV with promising trail-rated off-roading capability and a similar open-air driving experience to a Wrangler.
Recently, Jeep showcased the Recon in an advertisement featuring Harrison Ford. Nonetheless, the brand hasn’t disclosed many specifics about this model yet. The exact driving range of the Recon as well as its price remain unknowns at this point. However, it’s confirmed that the vehicle will include features such as all-terrain tires, skid plates, a power-operated roof, and detachable windows and doors. Additionally, integrated trail guide maps within the entertainment system along with electronically controlled axles ensure that the Jeep Recon is prepared for adventures off the beaten track.
2025 Ram Ramcharger
With one of the most fitting model names ever conceived, the Ram Ramcharger stands as a full-sized pickup truck featuring both electric motors and a battery pack. This setup mirrors that of the Ford F-150 Lightning. However, what sets it apart is an additional gas-powered V6 engine designed to address concerns about limited driving range.
Ram’s range-extending powertrain solution sounds complex, but there is a simple explanation of how it works. When the battery is out of charge, the gas engine serves as a backup generator, allowing the Ramcharger to travel an estimated 690 miles before requiring electricity or gasoline to continue the journey. In theory, you can drive the Ramcharger without ever visiting an EV charging station, or you can skip traditional gas stations altogether.
Better yet, there aren’t any downsides when it comes to capability. Ram says the Ramcharger can tow up to 14,000 pounds and zoom to 60 mph in 4.4 seconds.
2026 Rivian R2
Current Rivian trucks and SUVs are expensive, but the upcoming R2 SUV addresses that with a target price of $45,000. Smaller than the existing R1S but equipped with the same rugged, high-tech good looks, the Rivian R2 holds five people and travels more than 300 miles on a full battery. It comes with all-wheel drive and a healthy 9.8 inches of maximum ground clearance to help you out when going off-road.
The Rivian R2 will compete with the Jeep Recon thanks to its rear vent windows and back glass that slides down into the tailgate. Keep in mind that unlike the Recon, the R2’s doors do not detach. The vehicle is expected to hit the market during the first six months of 2026.
Edmunds says
We appreciate these five forthcoming models because they either evoke nostalgia, offer cutting-edge technology, or guarantee enjoyment regardless of your destination or activity. The Jeep Recon stands out as it embodies all three qualities: nostalgia, advanced tech, and sheer entertainment value.
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Christian Wardlaw is a writer for Edmunds.
