00:0010'T UPCOMING 2027 CABRIUCE IN THE USA YOU SHOULD KNOÄž ABOUT
00:04Imagine walking into a dealership in 2027 and seeing a completely different automotive landscape
00:11Affordable EVs are getting better
00:13Family SUVs are becoming more efficient
00:16Luxury brands are going fully electric
00:18And even classic nameplates are getting new technology
00:22So today, we're counting down 10 of the most interesting 2027 model year vehicles for the US market
00:29from an electric SUV that could redefine family transportation
00:34to a sports car that brings back one of Honda's most famous names.
00:38Let's get started.
00:39Number 10. 2027 Honda HR-V
00:43Starting with one of the more affordable choices,
00:45We have the 2027 Honda HR-V.
00:49Honda's smallest SUV continues into 2027
00:52with a 2.0-liter four-cylinder engine producing 158 horsepower.
00:58Front-wheel drive is standard.
01:00while Honda's real-time AWD system is available.
01:04The HR-V starts at $26,600,
01:07putting it right in the range where many American buyers
01:10are looking for an affordable crossover.
01:12Fuel economy is rated at up to 26 miles per gallon in the city.
01:16and 32 on the highway for front-wheel drive models.
01:20Inside, the HR-V gets a 9-inch touchscreen,
01:23wireless Apple CarPlay,
01:25and Honda Sensing Driver Assistance technology.
01:28It's not the fastest or most dramatic vehicle on this list,
01:31But that's exactly the point.
01:33The HR-V is designed to be practical, affordable,
01:36easy to live with,
01:37and efficient enough for everyday American driving.
01:40And with available all-wheel drive,
01:42it can also make sense for buyers dealing with snow
01:45and changing road conditions.
01:47For someone who doesn't need a giant SUV or an expensive EV,
01:51the 2027 HR-V could be one of the easiest cars on this list to recommend.
01:57Number 9.
01:582027.
01:59Honda Prelude.
02:01Now let's move to something much more exciting.
02:03The Honda Prelude is back,
02:05and the 2027 model continues Honda's modern hybrid interpretation
02:09of the legendary nameplate.
02:11Instead of a traditional turbocharged performance engine,
02:15the new Prelude uses Honda's two-motor hybrid system.
02:18The powertrain produces around 200 horsepower.
02:21and the car is built on the same basic platform family as the Civic.
02:25The interesting part isn't massive horsepower.
02:29It's the combination of a low, sporty, coupe-like body,
02:32hybrid efficiency,
02:34and Honda's focus on handling.
02:36The Prelude also brings back something that has become increasingly rare in the modern market,
02:41a relatively affordable two-door sporty car from a mainstream manufacturer.
02:46For 2027, major mechanical changes aren't expected
02:50because the Prelude itself is still a very new model.
02:52So think of this as Honda refining a formula that has only recently returned.
02:57If you want something more emotional than a normal commuter,
03:00but don't want to jump into a six-figure sports car,
03:03the Prelude is definitely one to watch.
03:07Number 8.
03:082027 Toyota Prius Plug-In Hybrid.
03:11The Prius has already transformed its image,
03:13but Toyota isn't stopping there.
03:15For 2027, the Prius Plug-In Hybrid continues with Toyota's fifth-generation hybrid system.
03:22It combines a 2.0-liter gasoline engine with electric motors for a total of 220 horsepower.
03:29Toyota says the 2027 Prius Plug-In Hybrid can accelerate from 0 to 60 miles per hour in just 6
03:36.6 seconds,
03:37but acceleration isn't its biggest advantage.
03:40The 13.6-kilowatt-hour battery gives the Prius Plug-In Hybrid
03:44an EPA estimated electric-only range, of up to 44 miles on the SE trim.
03:51That means many owners could potentially handle their daily commute almost entirely on electricity,
03:56while still having a gasoline engine available for longer road trips.
04:00And that's the big appeal of a plug-in hybrid.
04:02You don't have to completely change your driving habits
04:05or worry about finding a charger on every road trip.
04:08For 2027, Toyota also adds dual-zone climate control.
04:12and a new black exterior color called Ink.
04:16The Prius may not be the flashiest car here,
04:19but it could be one of the smartest choices for drivers
04:22who want electrification without giving up gasoline completely.
04:26Number 7. 2027 Chevrolet Bolt
04:30Now we're getting into one of the most important affordable EVs.
04:33The Chevrolet Bolt is back for the 2027 model year,
04:37And this time, it's more than just a nameplate revival.
04:40The new Bolt starts at $28,995,
04:44making it one of America's most affordable EVs.
04:48And the numbers are impressive for that price.
04:50The 2027 Bolt has a 65-kilowatt-hour lithium-iron phosphate battery.
04:56and an EPA, estimated range of 262 miles.
05:01Its electric motor produces 210 horsepower and 169 pound-feet of torque.
05:07But perhaps the biggest upgrade is charging.
05:09The Bolt gets a native NACS charging port,
05:13meaning it can connect directly to compatible Tesla supercharger hardware
05:16without requiring the kind of adapter earlier GM EVs needed.
05:21DC fast charging can reach up to 150 kilowatts,
05:25with Chevrolet estimating a 10% to 80% charge in about 25 minutes.
05:30There's also available SuperCruise,
05:32GM's hands-free driver assistance system.
05:35So imagine getting a 262-mile EV,
05:38modern infotainment, NACS charging,
05:41and available hands-free driving technology for under $30,000.
05:45That's why the Bolt could be one of the most important affordable EVs in America.
05:50Number 6.
05:522027 Kia Telluride
05:54If you're looking for something much larger,
05:56Meet the all-new 2027 Kia Telluride.
06:00The Telluride enters its second generation
06:02with a redesigned body,
06:04more interior space,
06:05and, for the first time,
06:07a hybrid powertrain.
06:09The hybrid combines a 2.5-liter turbocharged engine with electric motors.
06:14to produce 329 horsepower
06:17and 339 pound-feet of torque.
06:20Kia says the Telluride hybrid can achieve up to 35 miles per gallon
06:24combined in the EX front-wheel drive configuration,
06:28and the estimated total driving range can reach 637 miles.
06:33That's a pretty impressive combination for a three-row SUV.
06:36The Telluride can seat up to 7 or 8 passengers depending on configuration,
06:41and the new X-Pro version is aimed at buyers who want more off-road capability.
06:46X-Pro models get features such as all-terrain tyres,
06:50an electronic limited-slip differential,
06:53additional ground clearance,
06:55and an upgraded multi-terrain AWD system.
06:59Pricing for the hybrid starts below $47,000
07:02before destination charges and other costs.
07:05So the new Telluride isn't just about looking tougher.
07:09It's trying to combine family practicality,
07:11hybrid efficiency, performance, and off-road capability into one package.
07:17And that's a combination a lot of American SUV buyers are looking for.
07:21Number 5.
07:232027 Toyota Highlander EV Toyota
07:25is also preparing something very different for the Highlander.
07:29For 2027, the Highlander enters the battery electric world.
07:33The new Highlander EV is expected to join Toyota's expanding electric lineup
07:38alongside models such as the BZ and BZ Woodland.
07:43Toyota says production will take place at its Georgetown, Kentucky facility,
07:48making this an especially important model for the U.S. market.
07:51And because this is a Highlander,
07:53the focus isn't simply on electric performance.
07:56It's about taking a familiar American family SUV formula
07:59and replacing the gasoline powertrain with electric technology.
08:03The Highlander EV is expected to begin sales around late 2026
08:07and continue into early 2027.
08:10Toyota has not yet announced final U.S. pricing,
08:14so this is one vehicle where buyers will have to wait for the official MSRP.
08:19But the real story for 2027 is Cadillac's curated by Cadillac program.
08:24Customers can work with a design concierge
08:27and choose from more than 160 exterior finishes
08:30and 44 interior colors.
08:33The customization package alone adds $54,995 to the vehicle's price.
08:40And these aren't just cosmetic options selected from a normal dealership menu.
08:44The specially customized vehicles are hand-built at Cadillac's Artisan Center in Warren, Michigan.
08:50Each one receives a unique VIN and a serialized builder's badge,
08:54so you could essentially commission your own Escalade IQ.
08:57It's an extremely expensive proposition.
09:00but it shows where the luxury EV market is heading.
09:03The Escalade IQ isn't simply transportation.
09:06For some buyers, it's becoming a personalized luxury product.
09:10Which one would you actually buy?
09:12Let me know in the comments.
09:13And if you enjoyed this look at the upcoming 2027 cars,
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