The Best Luxury Electric SUVs of 2025
by Josh Sadlier
Last Updated Jun 13, 2025
If there's one kind of EV that's going to convince Americans that EVs are awesome, it's luxury electric SUVs. That's not to say we don't sorely need more affordable options — we do — but luxury EV SUVs do the best job of bringing together the advanced tech features, real versatility and the jaw-dropping acceleration that electric vehicles are known for. We've rated and ranked them all to help you narrow down the field. Learn about how we rate vehicles.
Best Compact Luxury Electric SUVs
Price Range: $42,800–$75,300
Ranked Models: 13
- Tesla Model Y ($44,990+)
- Audi Q6 e-tron ($63,800+)
- Porsche Macan Electric ($75,300+)
- Genesis GV60 ($52,350+)
- Audi Q4 e-tron ($49,800+)
- Cadillac Optiq ($52,895+)
- Volvo EX40 ($52,500+)
- Volvo C40 Recharge ($53,600+)
- Audi Q4 Sportback e-tron ($58,200+)
- Genesis Electrified GV70 ($66,950+)
- Lexus RZ ($42,800+)
- Mercedes-Benz EQB ($53,050+)
- Jaguar I-Pace ($72,500+)
Compact SUVs of any kind are almost guaranteed to be best-sellers, and that certainly holds true for compact luxury electric SUVs. These little rigs bring efficiency, power and versatility together in a tidy package, although you could say the same of non-luxury compact EV SUVs, which tend to cost a lot less.
Best Midsize Luxury Electric SUVs
Price Range: $58,595–$87,250
Ranked Models: 6
- Cadillac Lyriq ($58,595+)
- BMW iX ($87,250+)
- Polestar 3 ($67,500+)
- Acura ZDX ($64,500+)
- Mercedes-Benz EQE SUV ($77,900+)
- Jeep Wagoneer S ($70,795+)
There's not a huge size difference between these luxury midsize electric SUVs and their compact counterparts. It's more about a little extra size plus a higher price point that brings more features and capabilities, generally speaking. We think of this segment as a complement to Compact Luxury Electric SUVs: you should definitely compare the two, but the models seen here don't quite fit over there.
Best Premium Luxury Electric SUVs
Price Range: $75,900–$161,500
Ranked Models: 7
- Rivian R1S ($75,900+)
- Lucid Gravity ($94,900+)
- Cadillac Escalade IQ ($127,405+)
- GMC Hummer EV SUV ($98,845+)
- Tesla Model X ($89,990+)
- Mercedes-Benz EQS SUV ($105,250+)
- Mercedes-Benz G-Class EV ($161,500+)
There’s clearly something different about the models in this segment: they're just nicer than the rest. In terms of size, premium luxury electric SUVs will tend to be on the larger end of the midsize spectrum, but what really sets them apart is their power and prestige. Having said that, there are powerful electric SUVs at virtually every price point, but the fanciest and/or most over-the-top models are found right here.
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Luxury electric SUVs come in all sorts of shapes and sizes, as you can see, but what unifies them is the massive investment they're receiving from automakers. This is a major EV battlefield, and the winners of tomorrow will be determined in part by who wins these luxury electric SUV segments today. Go test-drive your favorites and see if our rankings square with your experience.
FAQ
The answers to these frequently asked questions are powered by MotorDonkey's ranking methodology and remain valid while published. Because we continuously update our ratings and vehicle data, our answers are subject to change as new information and impressions emerge.
What is the best compact luxury electric SUV?
The best compact luxury electric SUV is the Tesla Model Y, which has a overall rating of 8.5 out of 10.
What is the best midsize luxury electric SUV?
The best midsize luxury electric SUV is the Cadillac Lyriq, which has a overall rating of 8.3 out of 10.
What is the best premium luxury electric SUV?
The best premium luxury electric SUV is the Rivian R1S, which has a overall rating of 9.1 out of 10.
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