Key Takeaways
- The following SUVs, sedans, and trucks give more than a glimpse into the future of cars.
- Some are futuristic because of their designs, while others have advanced technology.
- They have flashy features like wing doors, augmented reality navigation, and solar panels.
You don’t have to be George Jetson to get behind the wheel of a futuristic car these days. Some automakers are producing vehicles that look straight out of sci-fi movies. Beyond cutting-edge designs, futuristic cars also have innovative technology. So, they’re ahead of their time in multiple ways.
Here are the most futuristic cars on the market. While they might look like they’re from 10 years in the future, all of them are available in 2022 or 2023.
Hyundai Ioniq 5
- MSRP: $39,950 – $55,000
As Car and Driver puts it, the Hyundai Ioniq 5 “looks like nothing else on the road.” The rounded exterior makes it look cool and modern — and even a bit like it drove off the set of an ’80s sci-fi movie. It also has advanced technology.
Unlike many electric vehicles in the same price range, the Ioniq 5 has impressive fast-charging capabilities. The source says the vehicle’s larger battery option can charge from 10% to 80% in about 18 minutes. Great for road trips!
HyundaiRivian R1T
- MSRP: $67,500 – $85,000
The Rivian R1T is one of the first electric pickup trucks on the market. It also happens to be one of the more exciting options. U.S. News & World Report says the R1T “provides an astounding blend of capability, refinement, and cutting-edge technology.”
The source specifically praises its off-road capabilities, towing capacity, and long driving range. Plus, its exterior is eye-catching. If you don’t know much about Rivian, then here’s a quick primer: it’s a California startup with a manufacturing plant in Illinois.
RivianTesla Cybertruck
- MSRP: $39,900 – $69,900
While many futuristic vehicles favor rounded edges, the Tesla Cybertruck goes in the opposite direction. Its razor-sharp design is as angular as it gets, upending traditional pickup truck designs. The design looks tough and imposing.
The Cybertruck’s release date has been repeatedly pushed back, but TechCrunch says the hotly anticipated vehicle is expected to launch in mid-2023. So, you might be able to call this boxy showstopper your own in the near future.
TeslaToyota Mirai
- MSRP: $49,500 – $66,000
The Toyota Mirai is the rare vehicle that may be too cutting edge to be practical. That’s because it’s hydrogen-powered, and unfortunately, hydrogen fueling stations are scarce. In fact, the Alternative Fuels Data Center says there are only 54 public hydrogen fuel stations in the U.S.
That said, the Mirai has a lot going for it. It’s beautiful for one thing — Car and Driver says it “looks like it rolled straight out of a future where boxy SUVs are so passé.” The interior is similarly upscale, and the ride is smooth. Hydrogen-fueling infrastructure just needs to catch up.
ToyotaFisker Ocean
- MSRP: $37,499 – $68,999
Much like Rivian, Fisker isn’t a household name yet. But that might change soon, thanks to futuristic vehicles like the Fisker Ocean. For instance, Consumer Reports says the innovative SUV features a solar roof that generates energy.
Fisker prioritizes sustainability in other ways, too. The interior uses recycled materials, for example. Beyond its eco focus, the Ocean has a luxe, handsomely sculpted exterior. It’s expected to hit the market in November 2022.
Fisker OceanKia EV6
- MSRP: $41,400 – $56,400
Even though the electric SUV field is getting crowded, the Kia EV6 stands out. U.S. News & World Reports says it “offers an impressive 310 miles of driving range on a full charge.” Plus, the source highlights its “zippy acceleration” and “quick recharging.”
So, it’s practical and fun to drive. The EV6 also puts an emphasis on driver assistance technology. For example, the source says standard safety features include blind spot monitoring, rear parking sensors, automatic emergency braking, and rear-seat alert.
KiaTesla Model X
- MSRP: $120,990 – $138,990
The Tesla Model X has flashy, futuristic falcon wing doors. So, drivers can live out their Back to the Futfure childhood fantasies. And the wing doors don’t just look cool. U.S. News & World Report says they make it easy to get in and out of the car.
Additionally, Car and Driver says it can be outfitted with a semi-autonomous driving mode that “uses several cameras, multiple sensors, and radars to detect objects, people, and other vehicles … to pilot the Model X under its own power.”
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Toyota bZ4X
- MSRP: $42,000 – $48,780
Expected to hit dealerships in late 2022, the Toyota bZ4X is an electric SUV with an edgy, futuristic design. Consumer Reports says it’s “Toyota’s first pure EV that’s not a conversion of a traditional model or a fuel-cell vehicle.”
It’s not as luxurious as some options on the market, but U.S. News & World Report says “this simple EV is a decent option for folks looking for their first electric vehicle.” So, it’s another worthy SUV to keep in mind.
ToyotaPorsche Taycan
- MSRP: $82,700 – $187,600
You could say the Porsche Taycan is the luxury sports car of the future. That’s because it’s an electric vehicle that manages to preserve the Porsche DNA, according to Consumer Reports. As a result, it has superior driving performance, handling, and workmanship.
Car and Driver says the interior is a “tech-laden environment.” It can be customized with four-zone climate control, massaging front seats, and heated rear seats — heated front seats are standard. Two touchscreen displays come standard, but you can add additional touchscreens for passengers.
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Mercedes-Benz S-Class
- MSRP: $111,100 – $184,900
The exterior of the Mercedes-Benz S-Class might not look as futuristic as some vehicles, but looks can be deceiving. For instance, Car and Driver says the interior “features huge OLED screens on the dashboard as well as a 3D-capable display and navigation with augmented reality.”
It also has innovative safety technology. According to the source, the S-Class’ standard driver-assistance features include “the ability to park itself and even take preventative measures to protect passengers when it detects an imminent collision.”
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