Porsche Taycan parked outside - PorscheLuxury cars are known for coddling comfort, high-end finishes, advanced technology, and ample performance. The same rings true for luxury electric cars that, like their internal combustion cousins, come with a brand reputation reflected in the logo. Among this segment, Tesla and Audi will surely come to mind, which is no surprise given the latter makes the list of best luxury electric sedans you can buy in 2026. However, the Consumer Reports (CR) recommended badge is only applied to electric luxury cars from BMW and Porsche. Specifically, the 2026 BMW i5, 2026 BMW i4, and 2026 Porsche Taycan. These three EVs all earned high overall scores from Consumer Reports and to be clear, we're referring specifically to cars, not SUVs. It's a key credibility indicator for any EV, as CR purchases its test cars to maintain independence and puts those vehicle through more than 50 test protocols, while driving each one some 2,000 miles.Read more: 12 Of The Least Reliable EVs For 2026 According To Consumer ReportsBMW and Porsche EVs are highly ratedBMW i5 luxury electric EV at a motor show - Sjoerd Van Der Wal/Getty ImagesThe three luxury electric car models that earn a Consumer Reports recommendation have received solid ratings across all test categories, which includes road-test performance, reliability, and owner satisfaction. One specific area that sets these EVs apart from the competitive set are relatively high Predicted Reliability ratings. Both BMWs had the highest reliability rating of any vehicle CR tested, which isn't surprising, as the German automaker was named the most reliable EV brand by What Car?. AdvertisementAdvertisementBMW and Porsche are also in the top five brands for road-test scores, according to Consumer Reports, however, this praise extends beyond CR. Car and Driver is impressed with the 2026 Porsche Taycan, 2026 BMW i4, and 2026 BMW i5, giving them 10/10, 9.5/10, and 9/10 overall ratings, respectively. Plus, the BMWs make the cut for EVs that exceeded their advertised range, and the Porsche Taycan has been named Performance EV of the Year twice by Motor Trend. Enjoyed this article? Sign up to BGR's free newsletter and add us as a preferred search source for the latest in tech and entertainment, plus tips and advice you'll actually use.Read the original article on BGR.