5 cars from the 2026 New York International Auto Show you might actually want to buy
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2. Kia EV3
There’s been a lot of talk about “affordable EVs.” Very few have actually shown up.
The EV3 could be different.
Kia is targeting a starting price under $30,000, with roughly 300 miles of range and access to Tesla’s charging network. If it delivers, the EV3 becomes one of the first electric vehicles that makes sense for mainstream buyers.
That’s still a big “if.” But it’s one to watch.
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3. Hyundai Boulder Concept
Hyundai caught people off guard with the Hyundai Boulder Concept, a Bronco- and Wrangler-style off-roader — and it’s expected to be gas-powered.
That’s not random.
While parts of the industry are still pushing all-electric lineups, Hyundai is clearly leaving room for what buyers actually want: options. Gas, hybrid, or electric.
If the Boulder makes it to production without being watered down, it could shake up a segment that hasn’t seen much real competition.
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4. Genesis GV70
Genesis keeps showing up at these events, but the bigger story is what’s happening outside the show.
The GV70 is its best-selling model — and it makes sense. It’s competitively priced, well-equipped, and doesn’t overcomplicate things.
At the same time, Genesis is rolling out its new Magma performance line. That’s more about brand building, but it shows confidence — and momentum.
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5. Kia Seltos
Quality doesn’t always announce itself with huge fanfare. Case in point: the refreshed Kia Seltos.
It’s smaller, more affordable, and now styled more like a mini Telluride. For a lot of buyers, that’s the sweet spot — usable, reasonably priced, and easy to live with.
It’s not going to win many awards — but it’ll handle the everyday stuff that actually matters.
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