Electric vehicles are packed with advanced tech features, elevating the driving experience.
An emerging standout is the Heads-Up Display (HUD), positioned on the dashboard within the driver’s line of sight, delivering crucial information for an enhanced driving experience.
In this article, we’ll take a look at 10 electric cars with a heads-up display.
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1. Lexus RZ
The Luxury trim of the Lexus RZ comes with a heads-up display that displays important vehicle, navigation, and safety information.
Here are other helpful driver assistance features:
- Pre-Collision Safety System
- Emergency Driving Stop System
- Lane Departure Alert with Steering Assist
It has outstanding comfort levels, exceptional cargo space, and an interior built with premium materials.
With a total charging time of 10 hours, this model can provide an EPA-certified 220 miles on the road.
The model is available in 2 trim levels: Premium and Luxury. Base pricing ranges from about $60,000 to $65,000.
Both are fitted with a dual-motor electric setup that powers both the front and the rear to produce a total of 308 horsepower.
The transmission is a 1-speed direct drive which is an electrified version of the standard continuously variable transmission (CVT).
2. Kia EV9
For added convenience, the tech-filled Kia EV9 can also come with an optional heads up display.
Here are other helpful driver assistance features:
- Highway Driving Pilot
- Forward Collision Avoidance (FCA) Assist
- Lane Follow Assist
- Blind Spot Collision Avoidance Assist
It is the super-sized sibling of the popular EV6 and is positioned to be Kia’s flagship nameplate.
It is roughly equal to the Telluride in terms of size and shape, but with a longer wheelbase (by around 8 inches).
The model has 3-rows, a ton of smart technology, and a spacious interior.
Depending on which trim you get, the model either comes with a single rear motor (215 horsepower) or a dual-motor setup (379 horsepower combined).
It falls under the non-luxury electric 3-row SUV segment and is poised to make waves as a practical and environmentally friendly pick in the U.S. market.
3. Volvo C40 Recharge
An optional heads up display is available for all trim levels of the recent Volvo C40 Recharge model years.
Here are other helpful driver assistance features:
- Collision Warning and Avoidance
- Lane Keeping Aid
- Pilot Assist
While much of its architecture is shared with its XC40 sibling, the C40 Recharge is a fascinating compact SUV that provides memorable performance and a wide array of standard features.
Another key difference is the coupe-style roofline that slightly reduces both passenger headroom and cargo capacity but offers a way better exterior shape.
There are 3 available trim levels: Core, Plus, and Ultimate. Base pricing lands between around $56,000 and $61,000.
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4. Nissan Ariya
Nissan Ariya, in collaboration with Panasonic, comes with a Wind Shield Heads Up Display (WS HUD) that provides a variety of information including vehicle speed and navigation instructions, among other helpful things.
Here are other helpful driver assistance features:
- Intelligent Cruise Control
- ProPilot Assist 2.0
- Rear Automatic Braking
This model is comfortable and composed on the road, has a modern-looking aesthetic, and has several standard advanced driver assistance aids (as mentioned above).
There are a total of 7 trims: Engage, Venture+, Engage+, Evolve+, Empower+, Premiere, and Platinum+.
5. Volkswagen ID.4
Volkswagen is ahead of the curve in the HUD game. The ID.4 comes with an augmented reality heads up display that not only looks cool and futuristic but also provides a ton of helpful information.
Here are other helpful driver assistance features:
- Adaptive Cruise Control
- Driver Attention Warning
- Forward Assist
This Volkswagen model is a worthy competitor that retains its timeless appeal and European-inspired styling.
It comes in numerous variants: Standard, Pro, S, AWD Pro, Pro S, Pro S Plus, AWD Pro S, and AWD Pro S Plus.
Base pricing ranges from approximately $40,000 to $57,000.
Depending on the version you get, the EPA claims owners can get as much as 275 miles of range with a single full charge.
6. Audi Q8 e-tron
Available for all trim levels of the Audi Q8 e-tron is a heads up display which projects information relevant to the driver (at the moment) such as navigation information, warning symbols, and vehicle speed.
Here are other helpful driver assistance features:
- Audi Pre Sense Front
- Audi Side Assist
- Top View Camera System
The model has a spacious interior, comfortable seating, and a long list of standard (and optional) safety and tech features.
There are a total of 3 trim levels: Premium, Premium Plus, and Prestige. Base pricing ranges between around $76,000 and $86,000.
All variants are fitted with a dual-motor electric setup that provides 402 horsepower.
It also received a perfect 5-star overall safety rating from NHTSA (based on standard crash tests).
7. Genesis Electrified GV70
The optional heads up display of the Genesis Electrified GV70 projects critical data on the windshield (augmented reality) through a 12” image projection to allow drivers to maintain line of sight on the road.
Here are other helpful driver assistance features:
- Highway Driving Assist 2
- Forward Attention Warning
- Blind Spot Collision Avoidance Assist
It has a spacious cabin, comfortable seating, and exceptional ride quality.
It is available in a single trim known as AWD Advanced that is equipped with a 77.4-kWh that provides energy to a dual-motor electric system, one for the front wheels and the other for the rear.
Total output is rated at 429 horsepower and 516 pound-feet of torque. Through a 10-second boost feature, owners can bump the output to as high as 483 horsepower.
8. Hyundai Ioniq 5
Through a nifty projection method, the Hyundai Ioniq 5 can come with an advanced heads up display that guides drivers safely through the world by providing virtual information such as directions, warnings, and other vital information.
Here are other helpful driver assistance features:
- Remote Smart Parking Assist
- Smart Cruise Control
- Highway Driving Assist
It is a relatively new model in the market (beginning as a 2022 model year) but its success from a sales and performance standpoint has ensured production even up until 2025.
Highlights include a dual-motor powertrain (that provides 320 horsepower and 446-pound feet of torque), an extremely comfortable ride, and a user-friendly tech interface.
9. Cadillac Lyriq
While older model years do not have this option, the 2024 Cadillac Lyriq can now come with an augmented reality heads up display (AR HUD), garnering the attention of car enthusiasts and potential investors.
Here are other helpful driver assistance features:
- Adaptive Cruise Control
- Enhanced Automatic Emergency Braking
- Reverse Automatic Braking
- Super Cruise
It has an attractive interior, plenty of standard (and optional) features, and a conservative exterior design.
It has the most available trim levels of any EV on this list, with a total of 7: Tech, Luxury 1, Sport 1, Luxury 2, Sport 2, Luxury 3, and Sport 3.
Base pricing ranges from around $59,000 to $71,000.
It also has the shortest charging time of 6.5 hours. In a full charge, the EPA estimates that owners can get an outstanding 314 miles of range.
10. Mercedes-Benz EQS SUV
Starting with the midrange Exclusive trim, the Mercedes-Benz EQS SUV has the MBUX Augmented Reality Heads Up Display that projects visual information into the driver’s field of vision without causing distraction.
Here are other helpful driver assistance features:
- Adaptive Cruise Control
- Lane Keeping Assist
- Active Steering Assist
- Automatic Emergency Braking
- Cross-Traffic Assist
- Active Distance Assist Distronic
- Evasive Steering Assistance
- Active Emergency Stop Assist
It has impeccable comfort, luxury, and technology. What is most surprising, however, is its competitive range.
According to the EPA, owners can get up to 305 miles which is definitely hard to beat, regardless of vehicle segment.
There are 3 main trim levels to choose from: EQS 450+, EQS 450 4MATIC, and EQS 580 4MATIC. Base pricing ranges from around $106,000 to $127,000.
