Top Electric Mid-Size Luxury SUVs

Leading the Pack: The Best Electric Mid-Size Luxury SUVs

Car and Driver’s rigorous testing and expert evaluations determine our rankings. Our process involves extensive instrumented testing of hundreds of vehicles annually, combined with the subjective impressions of our editors gained through real-world driving. We meticulously assess these electric SUVs considering approximately 200 data points. Factors include acceleration, handling, comfort, cargo space, fuel efficiency, value, and overall driving enjoyment. Our rankings are thorough because we want you to be fully informed.

The Top Contenders

Here are the top electric mid-size luxury SUVs, as determined by Car and Driver:

1. 2026 BMW iX C/D RATING: 9.5/10 Starting at: $76,325 EPA Est. Range: 279–318 miles C/D SAYS: Read our 2026 BMW iX review for information on ratings, pricing, specs, and features, and see how this SUV performed in our testing. Learn More.

2. 2026 Cadillac Lyriq C/D RATING: 9/10 Starting at: $60,000 est EPA Est. Range: N/A C/D SAYS: Read our 2026 Cadillac Lyriq review for information on ratings, pricing, specs, and features, and see how this SUV performed in our testing. Learn More.

3. 2025 Volvo EX90 C/D RATING: 9/10 Starting at: $81,290 EPA Est. Range: 300–310 miles C/D SAYS: Volvo’s new electric EX90 flagship SUV is a pleasant evolution from the gas XC90 and serves as the launch pad for the Swedish brand’s next-gen safety tech. Learn More.

4. 2025 Rivian R1S C/D RATING: 8.5/10 Starting at: $77,700 EPA Est. Range: 258–410 miles C/D SAYS: Updated for 2025, the Rivian R1S electric SUV blends massive power with impressive range but faces newfound competitors with thriftier pricing. Learn More.

5. 2025 Lotus Eletre C/D RATING: 8.5/10 Starting at: $145,000 EPA Est. Range: 304–373 miles C/D SAYS: An electric SUV isn’t what anyone would expect from Lotus, but the Eletre promises to be powerful and eye-catching with a price tag to match. Learn More.

6. 2025 Acura ZDX C/D RATING: 8/10 Starting at: $66,000 est EPA Est. Range: N/A C/D SAYS: The Acura ZDX EV is a good first effort, with a roomy interior and plenty of tech, but doesn’t set itself apart from the crowd with any sort of dynamic flair. Learn More.

7. 2025 GMC Hummer EV SUV C/D RATING: 8/10 Starting at: $98,845 EPA Est. Range: 312–315 miles C/D SAYS: Large and in charge, GMC’s electric SUV is capable off-road and quick on-road, remaining very much a Hummer that’s likely to antagonize environmentalists. Learn More.

8. 2025 Audi Q8 e-tron / Q8 e-tron Sportback C/D RATING: 8/10 Starting at: $76,095 EPA Est. Range: 285–296 miles C/D SAYS: Audi’s Q8 e-tron makes the transition to EVs easier with similar styling and performance to its gas-powered siblings. Learn More.

9. 2025 Audi SQ8 e-tron / SQ8 e-tron Sportback C/D RATING: 8/10 Starting at: $91,495 EPA Est. Range: 253 miles C/D SAYS: The SQ8 e-tron is a blast behind the wheel, but a short-ish range means more frequent charging breaks. Learn More.

10. 2025 Mercedes-Benz EQE SUV C/D RATING: 8/10 Starting at: $79,050 EPA Est. Range: 265–307 miles C/D SAYS: The EQE SUV EV brings the brand’s trademark luxury appointments and upscale vibe, but its driving range and cargo capacity could be better. Learn More.