{"id":2874,"date":"2025-10-13T18:11:00","date_gmt":"2025-10-13T18:11:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/flatplanplus.io\/car\/?p=2874"},"modified":"2025-10-10T15:03:51","modified_gmt":"2025-10-10T15:03:51","slug":"these-are-the-absolute-best-electric-suvs-you-can-buy-ranked","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/flatplanplus.io\/car\/2025\/10\/13\/these-are-the-absolute-best-electric-suvs-you-can-buy-ranked\/","title":{"rendered":"These are the absolute best electric SUVs you can buy \u2014 ranked!"},"content":{"rendered":"

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The best electric SUVs money can buy in 2025<\/h1>\n

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Words<\/b><\/span> CJ Hubbard & Curtis Moldrich<\/span><\/p>\n

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If you\u2019re looking to buy an electric car, there\u2019s a good chance your list will include at least one or two electric SUVs. Car manufacturers are making loads of them in 2025, and that\u2019s because of an ever-increasing consumer demand.<\/p>\n

Jump aboard one and you\u2019ll soon see what the fuss is about: like an estate they give you a good amount of boot space and cabin space \u2013 but they also give you a high, commanding driving position and can feel inherently safer to some drivers, too. They\u2019re popular for a reason.<\/p>\n

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Electric powertrains also dovetail nicely with SUV body shapes. Their larger footprint makes it easier for engineers to shoehorn in as many batteries as possible, and their height means their skateboard won\u2019t impact the driving position or cabin as much as in other body styles. An EV powertrain also generally allows for a comparatively larger wheelbase and more cabin space.<\/p>\n

Our round-up covers a broad spectrum of vehicles, ranging from affordable family runabouts to budget-busting, warp-speed-capable battle cruisers, not to mention some innovative high-performance models and clever alternative thinking. If you don\u2019t need so much space it’s worth considering a smaller electric car, while those not quite fully ready to commit to the EV lifestyle might be better served by a hybrid SUVs.<\/p>\n

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Kia EV6<\/h3>\n

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Best electric SUV to suit almost every requirement<\/strong><\/p>\n

Pros:<\/strong> Great performance, long range, super-fast charging
Cons:<\/strong> New safety tech is annoying, more physical buttons would have been good<\/p>\n

The updated Kia EV6\u2019s biggest change is a new battery pack. Capacity is up from 77.4kWh to 84.0kWh, which has jacked up its maximum WLTP range from 328 to 361 miles. That\u2019s a 10% improvement. Kia has also cranked up the EV6\u2019s maximum DC charging speed from 239kW to 258kW, so it now only takes 18 minutes to get from 10\u201380% capacity.<\/p>\n

The new battery tech means it\u2019s more usable than before, the styling tweaks have increased its kerb appeal and it\u2019s still absolutely brilliant to drive.<\/p>\n

Also consider: While the Kia gives the perfect blend of style and comfort, its looks may be a bit too space-age for some. If that sounds like you, take a look at the Genesis GV60. It runs on the same impressive e-GMP platform as the EV6, but opts for more conservative styling. In fact, Genesis frames itself as the Hyundai Motor Group\u2019s luxury brand, though that does mean it commands a premium over the Kia.<\/p>\n

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BMW iX<\/h3>\n

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Best for luxury and power \u2013 not so great if you value looks<\/strong><\/p>\n

Pros:<\/strong> Excellent to drive, fantastic interior quality, useful powertrain upgrades
Cons:<\/strong> Divisive styling remains, cabin doesn\u2019t feel as special as it once did, average boot space<\/p>\n

Inspired by the Neue Klasse X concept, the iX gets some new headlights and redesigned bumpers. Three powertrains are on offer: but each gets a new name to reflect the additional battery size and power.<\/p>\n

And about that: The xDrive40 becomes the xDrive45, with power increasing from 322bhp to 402bhp, dropping the 0-62mph time by a second to 5.1 seconds. But the biggest change here is the size of the battery, as while the 40 previously used a relatively small 71kWh battery, it now features a 30 per cent larger 94.8kWh unit that increases the claimed electric range from 257 miles to 374 miles.<\/p>\n

The entry-level model above (already the best-seller) is all many would ever need in terms of range and performance, and you\u2019d be daft to upgrade to the significantly more expensive versions. It keeps BMW ahead of its German rivals.<\/p>\n

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Porsche Macan<\/h3>\n

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Best electric SUV if you\u2019re a keen driver<\/strong><\/p>\n

Pros:<\/strong> Taycan electric tech in an SUV, superb to drive, near 400-mile range
Cons:<\/strong> Not that practical, Taycan hasn\u2019t been super reliable<\/p>\n

Porsche has doubled-down on its electric offerings by following-up the Taycan with an all-new, all-electric generation of Macan SUV. Almost certainly there are going to be some disgruntled previous-generation Macan owners who won\u2019t be able to make an electric lifestyle work, but with up to 381-mile claimed range capability, 800v fast charging (10-80 per cent in 21 minutes \u2013 with the right charger) and stonking performance, there may be fewer of these than you\u2019d first thought.<\/p>\n

Especially since, for keen drivers who want an electric SUV but don\u2019t want to look like they\u2019ve reverted to being a teenager (see the Hyundai Ioniq 5 N, below), the new Porsche Macan is absolutely it. Fab steering, sweet-riding air suspension and a Turbo model with 630bhp makes this better to drive than anything else on this list \u2013 even the 402bhp Macan 4 would do for us, arguably proving an even better blend of all-round usability and emissions-free thrill-seeking. Being a Porsche, you\u2019ll need to get sucked into the options list for the full effect, though\u2026<\/p>\n

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Skoda Elroq<\/h3>\n

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Best family SUV that just happens to be electric<\/strong><\/p>\n

Pros:<\/strong> Practical interior, great to drive, well-finished interior
Cons:<\/strong> Not the most interesting SUV, expensive options<\/p>\n

Skoda has a history of building sensible cars, and the electric SUV market has been a better place since the firm decided to participate in it. There are two Skoda SUVs that could\u2019ve made this list \u2013 the Elroq and the Enyaq \u2013 but we picked the former for its better value and more stylish looks.<\/p>\n

Like the Enyaq, though, the Elroq adopts a more moderate approach, focusing on practicality rather than headline-grabbing performance figures \u2013 and it\u2019s all the better for it. It\u2019s a great family car with loads of passenger space and a huge boot.<\/p>\n

The Elroq is also good to drive with an excellent ride and handling balance, and is available with a range of versions \u2013 starting from an attractive \u00a331,500, roughly what you\u2019d pay for an ICE Skoda Karoq. In range-topping form it also boasts an excellent claimed range of up to 360 miles.<\/p>\n

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Renault Scenic<\/h3>\n

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Best electric SUV for those after flair and good range<\/strong><\/p>\n

Pros:<\/strong> Engaging handling, efficient powertrain, good range
Cons:<\/strong> Ride can be jiggly at times, poor rear visibility<\/p>\n

The new Renault Scenic can\u2019t decide if it wants to be an MPV or an SUV, but it makes our list of the best electric SUVs in any case. It\u2019s spacious and \u2013 true to the original Scenic philosophy \u2013 it keeps the safety and well-being of passengers front and centre.<\/p>\n

It\u2019s relatively light for a car in this sector, and that comes with two key benefits: first its official efficiency and range figures are impressive, and best of all, it has a little old-school Renault va-va-voom.<\/p>\n

It\u2019s no sports car and its performance isn\u2019t electrifying for an electric car, but there\u2019s enough spirit in its dynamic DNA to at least provide a semblance of fun for keen drivers \u2013 while also proving easy to drive around town.It also showcases Renault\u2019s attention to sustainability \u2013 in its production and at the end of its life.<\/p>\n

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Peugeot e-5008<\/h3>\n

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Best electric SUV for French comfort<\/strong><\/p>\n

Pros:<\/strong> Interior is unique, huge range, comfortable ride
Cons:<\/strong> Back row is cramped, tech could be more intuitive<\/p>\n

Peugeot\u2019s range-topping electric SUV is finally here, and we\u2019re big fans. On paper it\u2019s just another people mover \u2013 now with room for seven \u2013 but in reality, it\u2019s a full of character and space in equal measure. It\u2019s been built to a price, but it\u2019s good-looking inside and out, and feels like a premium piece of kit.<\/p>\n

Throw in competitive range, even in the basic model we drove, as well as impressive legroom and the e-5008 does the basics right too. It\u2019s significantly cheaper than many other electric SUVs: The \u00a365,025 Kia EV9 and the vastly more expensive Volvo EX90, which retails at \u00a396,255 both eclipse this in price, as does the Mercedes EQB.<\/p>\n

If an electric powertrain isn\u2019t your main concern, we\u2019d also recommend checking out the 5008. The base EV in Allure spec starts at \u00a348,550. That\u2019s around \u00a311,000 more expensive than the mild hybrid, and exactly \u00a35000 more than the entry-level plug-in.<\/p>\n

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Renault 4<\/h3>\n

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The Renault 5 gets a family-friendly option<\/strong><\/p>\n

Pros:<\/strong> Good to drive, very well priced, classy and easy to use interior, big boot, reasonable range
Cons:<\/strong> Ride a touch firm, heated seats only on top trim level, rear foot space could be better<\/p>\n

The Renault 5 is understandably grabbing all the headlines and accolades, but the 4 is an arguably better car. Although not quite as achingly desirable to look at as its smaller sibling, the 4 is a bit longer, taller and family friendly. Renault don\u2019t call it an SUV, but we do.<\/p>\n

There\u2019s more space inside than you\u2019d think, and the 4 has 420-litres of space under the rear parcel shelf and 1405-litres with the rear seats folded. This includes a 55-litre box under the boot floor, while there are handy straps and cubbies to stop your boot contents lapping the cargo area as you drive.<\/p>\n

Simply put, the 4 inherits all the good bits of the 5, adds significantly more practicality and doesn\u2019t appear to jack the price up too much.<\/p>\n

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Hyundai Ioniq 9<\/h3>\n

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Best 7 seater electric SUV<\/strong><\/p>\n

Pros:<\/strong> Cool, calm and comfortable; distinctive; hugely flexible interior, good range
Cons:<\/strong> Infotainment screen is busy; lots of lean in the bends<\/p>\n

Both Kia and Hyundai have put out some impressive electric SUVs this year, but the three-row, seven-seat Hyundai Ioniq 9 just edges its EV9 sibling for inclusion in this list. On the outside, it\u2019s a 5060mm, 1980mm, 1970mm spaceship, but inside it packs in some impressive technology and a very solid interior.<\/p>\n

Hyundai has confirmed three specifications for the Ioniq 9, which have quite self-explanatory names. Every version features a huge 110.3kWh battery pack and, due to Hyundai\u2019s E-GMP platform underneath, allows for up to 350kW of DC charging.<\/p>\n

The handling isn\u2019t the best, but with this much space, technology and refinement we\u2019re willing to look past its handling issues. And when all this comes for less than a Volvo EX90, or the upcoming electric Range Rover, the Ioniq 9 feels like great value.<\/p>\n

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MINI Countryman Electric<\/h3>\n

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Best electric SUV for fifth-gen BMW eDrive tech at a lower price<\/strong><\/p>\n

Pros:<\/strong> Plenty of performance and driving range, tempting value given the standard kit
Cons:<\/strong> Poor touchscreen control decisions, bold interior combos<\/p>\n

Once the purists have climbed down from their high horses, even they will probably agree that the latest \u2013 and largest \u2013 Mini Countryman is the best yet. The dynamics are sorted, the interior is quirky yet high quality, and there\u2019s now enough interior space to properly challenge more traditionally family-sized crossovers, such as the perennial Nissan Qashqai. Ok, so some of the details are weird, and it\u2019s not exactly a looker, but still. This is a super solid family car now.<\/p>\n

The reason it\u2019s on this list of the best electric SUVs, however, is because it offers the exact same electric drive technology as the BMW iX1 and BMW iX2, but for a usefully lower price. We\u2019re not all about bargain hunting here, but BMW\u2019s fifth-gen eDrive tech is among the best in the market, and by making it more affordable, this German-made Mini should end up bringing it to more people. Jolly good show.<\/p>\n

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Hyundai Ioniq 5 N<\/h3>\n

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Best electric SUV if you really want to be driving a hot hatch<\/strong><\/p>\n

Pros:<\/strong> An amazing blend of technology and driving excitement, nothing else is quite like it
Cons:<\/strong> Still weights 2.2 tonnes, not much else<\/p>\n

There is ever some debate in the CAR office about whether the Hyundai Ioniq 5 \u2013 and the Kia EV6 for that matter \u2013 counts as an SUV. In many respects, this is more of a gargantuan hatchback, sort of like a first-gen Golf Plus for millennials. Or something. What\u2019s not in any doubt, however, is that the Ioniq 5 N we\u2019re recommending here is the first high-performance EV that properly captures the spirit of the classic hot hatch.<\/p>\n

Who cares if we\u2019re getting the streams crossed here if this is another chance to point out what a diamond this innovative machine really is. As if the twin-motor 641bhp drivetrain didn\u2019t have the potential to be exciting enough on its own, there are substantial upgrades to the body-in-white and a host of chassis and drivetrain tricks that are really only possible in an EV \u2013 not to mention a simulated DCT gearbox that actually doesn\u2019t suck. It\u2019s mind blowing.<\/p>\n

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How we tested<\/p>\n

As with every review on CAR, each of the models has been driven extensively by our exceptionally experienced team of leading motoring journalists and specialist writers. Take a look at how we test<\/a> cars to find out more.<\/p>\n

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