{"id":2928,"date":"2025-10-16T18:28:00","date_gmt":"2025-10-16T18:28:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/flatplanplus.io\/car\/?p=2928"},"modified":"2025-10-16T11:52:42","modified_gmt":"2025-10-16T11:52:42","slug":"these-are-the-10-best-suvs-you-can-buy-in-2025-and-two-you-really-shouldnt","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/flatplanplus.io\/car\/2025\/10\/16\/these-are-the-10-best-suvs-you-can-buy-in-2025-and-two-you-really-shouldnt\/","title":{"rendered":"These are the 10 best SUVs you can buy in 2025\u2026 and two you really shouldn’t"},"content":{"rendered":"

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Best SUVs in 2025<\/h1>\n

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Words<\/b><\/span> Ted Welford<\/span><\/p>\n

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SUVs have rapidly become one of the most common sights on the road, and it\u2019s easy to understand why. Their combination of space, practicality and often performance has seen them become a familiar sight \u2013 overtaking the MPVs and estates in the process.<\/p>\n

This winning combination has attracted more consumers, prompting an increasing number of brands to enter the market \u2013 including luxury names like Aston Martin and Ferrari, as well as the manufacturers you\u2019d expect to see such as Mercedes, BMW and Hyundai.<\/p>\n

More cars mean more choice, but we\u2019ve tested every SUV currently available in the UK and compiled our top picks here \u2013 regardless of powertrain. That\u2019s why you\u2019ll find hybrid options like the Hyundai Santa Fe alongside high-performance, petrol-powered models like the Ferrari Purosangue. After all, this is our definitive list of the best SUVs. Keep reading for our favourites.<\/p>\n

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Aston Martin DBX<\/h3>\n

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Best SUV for mixing performance with luxury<\/strong><\/p>\n

Pros:<\/strong> Exceptional balance of ride and handling, still the performance SUV, new DBX S takes things up a level
Cons:<\/strong> Occasionally lurch gear changes, expensive options, thirsty (even by V8 SUV standards)<\/p>\n

Is the Aston Martin DBX the first SUV to properly nail being sporty? Quite possibly. Arguments can be made for the Porsche Cayenne or Range Rover Sport, but the Aston Martin manages to be genuinely engaging to drive and full of typical Aston Martin character. Sitting on a bespoke all-aluminium chassis and making use of an AMG-sourced twin-turbo 4.0-litre V8, it has all the right figures for a performance SUV. A top speed of 190mph and a 0-62mph time of just 3.3 seconds.<\/p>\n

The DBX\u2019s interior previously felt a bit behind the times but recent changes have significantly improved it, not least as it\u2019s the first car to come with the new Apple CarPlay Ultra. Aston Martin has also recently introduced a new DBX S version, which gets a revised V8 including a new compressor and a gearbox that\u2019s been re-engineered for more aggressive downshifts. It\u2019s a miracle how Aston Martin has managed to make an SUV drive this well.<\/p>\n

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Range Rover<\/h3>\n

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Best SUV for those after the iconic SUV benchmark<\/strong><\/p>\n

Pros:<\/strong> Stylish, refined and luxurious, great range of engines
Cons:<\/strong> Porsche and Bentley SUVs handle better, button-free interior is fiddly<\/p>\n

The new Range Rover is one of the most complete SUVs you can buy, and its latest generation takes a leap in refinement. Bringing the magic is a body structure some 35% stiffer than that of the outgoing car\u2019s, a new electronic anti-roll control system (rated to an eye-watering 1032lb ft of torque, applied in milliseconds, and both faster-acting and more CO2-efficent than the old hydraulic set-up), rear-wheel steering and new five-link rear suspension.<\/p>\n

Yes, the Bentley Bentayga and Porsche Cayenne handle better, but few cars are as comfortable as the Range Rover or quite so well rounded. It\u2019s also available with a wide range of engines \u2013 including diesels, a petrol V8 and impressive plug-in hybrids. We\u2019re also patiently waiting for the electric Range Rover to be introduced.<\/p>\n

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Mercedes G-Class<\/h3>\n

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Best SUV for those who want something luxurious, and a G-Class<\/strong><\/p>\n

Pros:<\/strong> Unmatched road presence, handles well, mega electric model
Cons:<\/strong> Not as roomy as you might think, can\u2019t shake the attention<\/p>\n

Major updates for the perennial Mercedes-Benz G-Class SUV don\u2019t come around very often, but the latest is worth the wait. At first glance it may not seem so, but quite a lot was new on the 2024 Mercedes-Benz G-Class \u2013 not least the introduction of an electric version for the first time with the ridiculous G580 with EQ Technology.<\/p>\n

But don\u2019t worry, you can still get it with engines: the G500 and G450 d. Both use an inline six-cylinder unit and deliver power via Mercedes\u2019 9G-Tronic automatic gearbox, but their performance stats differ. The G500 produces 442bhp \u2013 plus an extra 20 or so from the electric motor of the hybrid system \u2013 and 413lbft of torque. It\u2019ll do 0-62mph in 5.4 seconds, before going on to a top speed of 130 mph. We also can\u2019t forget the G63 and its brilliantly silly 603bhp 4.0-litre V8.<\/p>\n

Whatever powertrain you opt for, the G-Class is not the perfect SUV, but in a world now mired in SUV overkill, where everything from the Ford Puma to the Cadillac Escalade could be considered one \u2013 the G stands out as a little bit different.<\/p>\n

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Hyundai Ioniq 9<\/h3>\n

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Best SUV for those looking for a futuristic-looking people mover capable of seating seven<\/strong><\/p>\n

Pros:<\/strong> Masses of interior space, great build quality, calm and comfortable to travel in
Cons:<\/strong> Slightly fiddly infotainment, can feel a bit lean-y in the bends, avoid the digital mirrors<\/p>\n

Hyundai can seemingly do no wrong these days, with models like the new Santa Fe and Ioniq 5 among the best cars in their segments, but possibly its most impressive model to date is the electric Ioniq 9, Hyundai\u2019s flagship. It looks like no other car on the road and has an interior that feels particularly special. Almost luxurious. At near-\u00a380,000 for top-spec models, it also takes Hyundai into uncharted territory, though justifies its price.<\/p>\n

It\u2019s a huge car but that space is put to good use. It\u2019s one of the most spacious seven-seat SUVs around, with plenty of room across the second and third rows, and you even get some boot space left with all seats in position. It also packs the largest battery yet (113kWh) fitted to a Hyundai or Kia, giving a claimed 373-mile range, but expect more like 300 miles in normal driving.<\/p>\n

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Renault 4<\/h3>\n

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Best SUV for those looking for great value for money \u2013 and something electric<\/strong><\/p>\n

Pros:<\/strong> Fantastic interior, great value for money, big boot
Cons:<\/strong> Tight on rear-seat space, could be more efficient<\/p>\n

The Renault 4 was the difficult second album after the Renault 5, and while the overall design might not be as cool, in most other respects it\u2019s a better car than the chic supermini<\/p>\n

Getting the same outstanding interior that mixes quality with easy-to-use tech, you get a far larger boot than the 5, and more rear-seat space, though the latter is still a bit tight. It\u2019s our favourite small SUV and what sweetens the deal is its price: at \u00a325,495 (including the government grant), it doesn\u2019t just undercut most of its EV competitors but also plenty of petrol and hybrid models of the same size.<\/p>\n

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Porsche Cayenne E-Hybrid<\/h3>\n

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Best SUV for those who want speed and handling with practicality<\/strong><\/p>\n

Pros:<\/strong> Better looks, more speed, more variety
Cons:<\/strong> You\u2019ll need to raid the options list<\/p>\n

Porsche has updated its Cayenne SUV, and the result is a car that is better to sit in and \u2013 we think \u2013 better to look at, with a driving experience that offers an even broader scope of appeal than ever before.<\/p>\n

You\u2019ll need to be free with the options spending, but little else on sale can provide such scale from a single variant as the Turbo E-Hybrid \u2013 from silent running to full-blooded 729bhp screaming \u2013 while the rest of the hybrid Cayenne range carefully balances luxury and performance in a manner that outshines the available contemporaries at their price points.<\/p>\n

If you\u2019re looking for speed. The third-gen Cayenne facelift features tweaks to the exterior design, a heavily revised interior with additional tech, an overhauled engine line-up \u2013 including the new hybrid systems \u2013 and changes to the passive and adaptive suspension offerings. It\u2019s modern luxury with a high-rise twist.<\/p>\n

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Land Rover Defender<\/h3>\n

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Best SUV for those wanting to conquer the wilderness<\/strong><\/p>\n

Pros:<\/strong> Good looks, great engines, supremely good off road
Cons:<\/strong> Not great around town, big running costs<\/p>\n

The new Defender is much more of a status symbol than the old car ever was \u2013 and none of its endless configurations convey that attitude better than the range-topping, 626bhp Octa. Though the new BMW-sourced 4.4-litre V8, as characterful as the old supercharged 5.0-litre V8, a detuned version of engine fitted to the old Jaguar F-Type SVR, it\u2019s still a monumentally impressive off-roader with exceptional performance, brakes and steering.<\/p>\n

But you don\u2019t need to shell out \u00a3145k for the Octa as the regular Defender is still one of the best 4x4s you can buy. Mixing exceptional off-roading ability with surprisingly good on-road manners, there\u2019s a reason it\u2019s proven so popular. With choice of 90, 110 and the eight-seat 130, as well as petrol, diesel and plug-in hybrids, there really is a Defender to suit everyone.<\/p>\n

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Kia EV3<\/h3>\n

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Best electric SUV if you want a big car feel in a small package<\/strong><\/p>\n

Pros:<\/strong> Very spacious for its size, impressive technology, cool design inside and out
Cons:<\/strong> Entry-level models have a cheap-feeling interior, lots annoying bings and bongs, awkward climate screen<\/p>\n

Kia has made some exceptional electric cars, but its best yet is also its smallest. Why? Because the EV3 has been able to distill everything good about its more expensive EV6 and EV9 into a far more affordable package. It keeps Kia\u2019s trademark funky styling, impressive levels of interior space and class-leading technology and is one of the better small electric cars you can buy.<\/p>\n

It also delivers on the efficiency front, and its maximum quoted 385-mile electric range is well achievable in careful driving. Such a long electric range in such a compact package is also a remarkable achievement. Throw in Kia\u2019s seven-year warranty and a comfortable ride and you see why the EV3 deserves its position on this list.<\/p>\n

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Ferrari Purosangue<\/h3>\n

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Best SUV for those who want most of the Ferrari experience, but with much more space<\/strong><\/p>\n

Pros:<\/strong> Luxurious cabin, impressive handling, V12 at the front
Cons:<\/strong> Boot is small for the class, rear suicide doors<\/p>\n

It finally happened. Ferrari made an SUV, and thankfully it\u2019s one of the most impressive examples of the genre we\u2019ve ever driven. Maranello has shoved a V12 in at the front, with a total output of 715bhp at 7750rpm. That\u2019s good for 0-62mph in 3.3 seconds and 120mph in 10.6 \u2013 despite a dry kerb weight in excess of two tonnes.<\/p>\n

Inside, Maranello has opted for a bold, clean design that gives each occupant the feeling of their own individual space and tech without losing the cocooned-in feel of a proper sports car. The material choice throughout is second to none, ranging from beautifully stitched leathers to a carbon fibre weave that integrates fine copper wire. Oh and the boot measures up at 473-litres with all seats in place, meaning it\u2019s around the same as a hybrid Range Rover Evoque.<\/p>\n

The Purosangue has the looks, sound and pace of a proper Ferrari, while the cabin and outright luxury is second to none. It does have its flaws (what Italian supercar doesn\u2019t) and dynamically it\u2019s not quite a match for Ferrari\u2019s low-slung sports cars, but in the grand scheme these are small complaints.<\/p>\n

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Renault Scenic<\/h3>\n

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Best SUV for those looking for French flair in a light, electric, bubbly package<\/strong><\/p>\n

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

Is it an SUV or an MPV? Ultimately it doesn\u2019t matter because the Renault Scenic is one of the best electric SUVs we\u2019ve driven, and one of the best SUVs period. Just like the original Scenic \u2013 it keeps the safety and well-being of passengers front and centre.<\/p>\n

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

Its performance isn\u2019t as electrifying as some electric cars, but it doesn\u2019t really need to be. There\u2019s enough spirit in its dynamic DNA here to at least provide a semblance of fun for keen drivers. And importantly that doesn\u2019t detract from a driving experience that\u2019s mostly comfortable and easy around town.<\/p>\n

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And ones to avoid…<\/h2>\n

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Skywell BE11<\/h3>\n

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The Skywell BE11 holds the position of being the worst SUV you can buy today, and potentially even the worst car full stop. We drove an early prototype car last year, which had one of the worst driving experiences of any car, with the promises that it would be improved for the production model. Was it? Absolutely not.<\/p>\n

Though priced far lower than the competition and very spacious, it is massively off the pace of the best rivals with some of the numbest handling of any car we\u2019ve ever tested. The touchscreen is terrible and it\u2019s very unrefined by EV standards. Avoid at all costs.<\/p>\n

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Jeep Renegade<\/h3>\n

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Even when it was new the Jeep Renegade wasn\u2019t a particularly good car, and time hasn\u2019t been kind to it. Now more than a decade old, it hasn\u2019t really had any monster updates in that time and, as a result, it feels well behind every single rival. Even Jeep\u2019s attempts to electrify it with mild and plug-in hybrid engines hasn\u2019t worked.<\/p>\n

Though its retirement is due in the near future, it continues to plod on and the fact Jeep has whacked up the price in recent years makes it impossible to recommend. Its only saving grace is that it\u2019s one of very few cars in its class capable of proper off-roading.<\/p>\n

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