BMW survey: 73% of Americans need 75 miles of range, but 42% want 300+

A 2026 BMW Group survey of US consumers found a gap between daily driving needs and range expectations: 73% said 75 miles or less covers their routine, while 42% want at least 300 miles before considering an EV. 68% would consider an EV, with purchase price the top barrier at 51%.

• 73% of Americans say 75 miles or less covers daily driving
• 42% want at least 300 miles of range, 18% want 400+
• 68% would consider an EV; 51% cite purchase price as top barrier
• 53% say 150 miles in a 10-minute charge would sway them