Last updated November 21, 2025 by
Mario Christou
Best electric SUV cars for 2025: our favourite battery-powered cars for family and fun
The best electric SUVs offer a mix of a high seating position, practicality, comfort and usable electric range. Some are remarkably old-school in proportion, with massive, hulking body shapes such as the Hyundai Ioniq 9 and BMW iX - offering acres of room inside a posh cabin.
Others are fun, city-friendly choices; no longer or wider than a mid-sized hatchback but with a better view of the road ahead and more space for passengers. The Skoda Elroq and Kia EV3 are prime examples.
Our expert reviews team has lived with every electric SUV on sale in the UK, comprehensively testing them in a variety of scenarios from urban living to long road trips. Here are our 10 favourites:
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1. Hyundai Ioniq 9
Hyundai Ioniq 9 review
Battery range up to 385 miles
Best for: comfortable cruising
The Hyundai Ioniq 9 is mechanically similar to the Kia EV9, but tweaks the same gargantuan seven-seater recipe to turn it into one of the most comfortable long-distance driving cars you can buy right now. It’s so good, in fact, that it won the Comfortable Cruiser category in the 2026 Carwow Car of Year Awards.
It looks big and tough, with enormous proportions and a long roof - yet it’s also very sleek, with a highly curved, smooth front end that features a big, gloss black panel hiding all of the Hyundai’s driver assistance systems. The lights at both ends have lots of pixel-like details, while the rear light curves all of the way over the tailgate. Nifty, if a bit busy.
The cabin is plush, and while it’s not quite as attention-grabbing as the exterior, you’re acutely aware of the Ioniq 9’s size because of the sheer amount of space around you. Full-size adults will fit comfortably in every seat, whether in six- or seven-seater guise, and you can easily take six six-foot-tall passengers on a long journey with no complaints.
They’ll even have somewhere to keep their drinks and snacks, because the Ioniq 9 has a multitude of storage spaces throughout the interior. Hidden drawers, a plethora of cupholders, centre console cubbies and more - plenty of places to lose your favourite pair of sunglasses.
With the last pair of seats stowed away there’s an enormous 900-litre cargo capacity, but even with an Ioniq 9 full of people there’s enough room in the boot for six small suitcases.
Around town there’s no denying the Ioniq 9 is a bit of a beast. It’s simply enormous, so tight roads and small car parks become a bit of a challenge, but excellent all-round visibility and a wide array of cameras and sensors to help place the car.
It’s oh-so-comfy over bumps and rough roads, but where the Ioniq 9 really impresses is on the motorway, where it simply soaks up big mileage with ease. You get a claimed 380 miles of range across all trim levels, but we saw around 270 miles in real world tests. Take it easy on a country lane, because while comfortable, the Ioniq 9 is far from a sports car.
The Hyundai Ioniq 9 is mechanically similar to the Kia EV9, but tweaks the same gargantuan seven-seater recipe to turn it into one of the most comfortable long-distance driving cars you can buy right now. It’s so good, in fact, that it won the Comfortable Cruiser category in the 2026 Carwow Car of Year Awards.
It looks big and tough, with enormous proportions and a long roof - yet it’s also very sleek, with a highly curved, smooth front end that features a big, gloss black panel hiding all of the Hyundai’s driver assistance systems. The lights at both ends have lots of pixel-like details, while the rear light curves all of the way over the tailgate. Nifty, if a bit busy.
The cabin is plush, and while it’s not quite as attention-grabbing as the exterior, you’re acutely aware of the Ioniq 9’s size because of the sheer amount of space around you. Full-size adults will fit comfortably in every seat, whether in six- or seven-seater guise, and you can easily take six six-foot-tall passengers on a long journey with no complaints.
They’ll even have somewhere to keep their drinks and snacks, because the Ioniq 9 has a multitude of storage spaces throughout the interior. Hidden drawers, a plethora of cupholders, centre console cubbies and more - plenty of places to lose your favourite pair of sunglasses.
With the last pair of seats stowed away there’s an enormous 900-litre cargo capacity, but even with an Ioniq 9 full of people there’s enough room in the boot for six small suitcases.
Around town there’s no denying the Ioniq 9 is a bit of a beast. It’s simply enormous, so tight roads and small car parks become a bit of a challenge, but excellent all-round visibility and a wide array of cameras and sensors to help place the car.
It’s oh-so-comfy over bumps and rough roads, but where the Ioniq 9 really impresses is on the motorway, where it simply soaks up big mileage with ease. You get a claimed 380 miles of range across all trim levels, but we saw around 270 miles in real world tests. Take it easy on a country lane, because while comfortable, the Ioniq 9 is far from a sports car.
2. Kia EV9
Kia EV9 review
Battery range up to 349 miles
Best for: big families
The largest car Kia sells in the UK, the EV9 does it all - luxury, family-friendly practicality, range and performance. No wonder we named it ‘Outstanding EV’ in the 2025 Carwow Car of the Year awards - it just ticks every box.
The EV9 is one of those rare things, an all-electric seven-seater. With only a few alternatives this alone makes it worth considering if you want to go electric but have a big family - there are three rows of seats and all are comfortable and roomy enough to sit tall adults in.
Best of all, the EV9 makes going for an electric car easy. Its huge battery gives up to 349 miles of range, and charges super-fast, so long trips are a breeze provided you plan where you’re going to stop. It’s not very efficient, granted, but something this big and heavy was never going to be.
It drives extremely well for how large it is, too. Even the basic ‘Air’ model, which only has rear-wheel drive, feels agile and nippy, while the more powerful motors bring impressive performance. You’ll certainly be able to surprise hot hatchbacks at the traffic lights, who aren’t expecting something the size of a tower block to move off as quickly as the EV9 can.
Though the EV9 is the only electric seven-seater on this list, there are alternatives if you have less to spend. The Peugeot E-5008 makes a good option with a posh interior, while there are numerous models based on electric vans which can really save a buck. The Volkswagen ID Buzz arguably beats the EV9 for kerb appeal, too.
But none of these options can hold a candle to the big Kia when it comes to its breathtaking all-round ability. The EV9 is equal parts posh and practical, it’s great to drive and can go a long distance. Yes, it’s expensive, but in value terms it’s really quite impressive, and a worthy entrant at the top of this list.
The largest car Kia sells in the UK, the EV9 does it all - luxury, family-friendly practicality, range and performance. No wonder we named it ‘Outstanding EV’ in the 2025 Carwow Car of the Year awards - it just ticks every box.
The EV9 is one of those rare things, an all-electric seven-seater. With only a few alternatives this alone makes it worth considering if you want to go electric but have a big family - there are three rows of seats and all are comfortable and roomy enough to sit tall adults in.
Best of all, the EV9 makes going for an electric car easy. Its huge battery gives up to 349 miles of range, and charges super-fast, so long trips are a breeze provided you plan where you’re going to stop. It’s not very efficient, granted, but something this big and heavy was never going to be.
It drives extremely well for how large it is, too. Even the basic ‘Air’ model, which only has rear-wheel drive, feels agile and nippy, while the more powerful motors bring impressive performance. You’ll certainly be able to surprise hot hatchbacks at the traffic lights, who aren’t expecting something the size of a tower block to move off as quickly as the EV9 can.
Though the EV9 is the only electric seven-seater on this list, there are alternatives if you have less to spend. The Peugeot E-5008 makes a good option with a posh interior, while there are numerous models based on electric vans which can really save a buck. The Volkswagen ID Buzz arguably beats the EV9 for kerb appeal, too.
But none of these options can hold a candle to the big Kia when it comes to its breathtaking all-round ability. The EV9 is equal parts posh and practical, it’s great to drive and can go a long distance. Yes, it’s expensive, but in value terms it’s really quite impressive, and a worthy entrant at the top of this list.
3. Volvo EX30
Volvo EX30 review
Battery range up to 295 miles
Best for: great value
The Volvo EX30 is a small electric SUV that's so good we named it our overall Car of the Year for 2024. For any car to achieve that gong it has to be top of the class, and the EX30 definitely is. It's not perfect, but no car is without its downsides - however, in this case they're blown out of the water by its positive aspects.
The EX30 is definitely compact, so it's not ideal if you have a growing family. Adults can sit in the back row, but it's more comfortable for children, and the boot is outshone by most other electric SUVs. That size does mean it's fantastic to drive around the city, though, and you sit high enough up that you don't feel vulnerable or exposed.
Generally the EX30 feels like a really solid car to drive, and that’s helped by generous performance. The Twin Motor version is almost indecently fast, but even the Single Motor model has enough pace to satisfy just about everyone. It’s these cars which offer the best range, too - up to 295 miles on the best model, which is good going for a car this small with a comparatively compact battery.
The EX30’s interior feels fantastic, too. A high-resolution screen, the option of gorgeous wool blend seats and materials intended to be eco-friendly and recyclable make for a unique ambiance. A minor downside - especially for technophobes - is that you have to control just about every function through the touchscreen, down to adjusting the mirrors and opening the glovebox. That’s less than ideal, but you do get used to it after a time.
And all of this is worth it when you look at the price tag. It’s a high-tech electric car from a desirable brand, so you might expect the Volvo EX30 to command a high price. Yet it undercuts key opposition from traditionally far more budget brands. This makes it stunningly good value.
The Volvo EX30 is a small electric SUV that's so good we named it our overall Car of the Year for 2024. For any car to achieve that gong it has to be top of the class, and the EX30 definitely is. It's not perfect, but no car is without its downsides - however, in this case they're blown out of the water by its positive aspects.
The EX30 is definitely compact, so it's not ideal if you have a growing family. Adults can sit in the back row, but it's more comfortable for children, and the boot is outshone by most other electric SUVs. That size does mean it's fantastic to drive around the city, though, and you sit high enough up that you don't feel vulnerable or exposed.
Generally the EX30 feels like a really solid car to drive, and that’s helped by generous performance. The Twin Motor version is almost indecently fast, but even the Single Motor model has enough pace to satisfy just about everyone. It’s these cars which offer the best range, too - up to 295 miles on the best model, which is good going for a car this small with a comparatively compact battery.
The EX30’s interior feels fantastic, too. A high-resolution screen, the option of gorgeous wool blend seats and materials intended to be eco-friendly and recyclable make for a unique ambiance. A minor downside - especially for technophobes - is that you have to control just about every function through the touchscreen, down to adjusting the mirrors and opening the glovebox. That’s less than ideal, but you do get used to it after a time.
And all of this is worth it when you look at the price tag. It’s a high-tech electric car from a desirable brand, so you might expect the Volvo EX30 to command a high price. Yet it undercuts key opposition from traditionally far more budget brands. This makes it stunningly good value.
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Best for: a luxurious interior
It’s not enough for a good electric SUV simply to have a big battery and a long range - if it wants to impress, it also needs to drive well, have enough space inside for the sort of people who’ll buy it, and have a great interior. The BMW iX ticks all of these boxes and then puts a glace cherry on top.
The iX is so good that really, there are only two negative points. First, the price - it’s a posh SUV with a price tag that reflects this, and if you want the version with the nicest interior and the biggest battery you’ll have to part with a fair bit of cash. Then, there’s the looks. Sure, beauty is in the eye of the beholder, but we’ve not met anybody yet who genuinely thinks the BMW iX is a looker - it’s an awkward shape with an ugly grille and some chintzy detailing.
Get past those two things - and many satisfied customers have - and you’ll be driving one of the best electric SUVs (in fact, one of the best SUVs period) that money can buy. The iX’s clever structure uses a lot of high-tech materials such as carbon fibre which make the body incredibly stiff - this means it handles like a dream, being incredibly satisfying on a twisty road yet comfortable on the motorway and on bad roads around town.
Performance is of course ample - go for the range-topping M60 and you’ll be able to zip from 0-62mph in just 3.8 seconds. On the flip side, opt for the xDrive 50 model and you can do up to 383 miles on a charge - a hugely impressive number.
A fantastic interior is the icing on the cake - it doesn’t feel like a car inside, more like a high-tech lounge, with leather on every surface, cut crystal switchgear, and a huge widescreen display running across the front. It’s beautifully crafted and feels fantastic to sit in.
It’s not enough for a good electric SUV simply to have a big battery and a long range - if it wants to impress, it also needs to drive well, have enough space inside for the sort of people who’ll buy it, and have a great interior. The BMW iX ticks all of these boxes and then puts a glace cherry on top.
The iX is so good that really, there are only two negative points. First, the price - it’s a posh SUV with a price tag that reflects this, and if you want the version with the nicest interior and the biggest battery you’ll have to part with a fair bit of cash. Then, there’s the looks. Sure, beauty is in the eye of the beholder, but we’ve not met anybody yet who genuinely thinks the BMW iX is a looker - it’s an awkward shape with an ugly grille and some chintzy detailing.
Get past those two things - and many satisfied customers have - and you’ll be driving one of the best electric SUVs (in fact, one of the best SUVs period) that money can buy. The iX’s clever structure uses a lot of high-tech materials such as carbon fibre which make the body incredibly stiff - this means it handles like a dream, being incredibly satisfying on a twisty road yet comfortable on the motorway and on bad roads around town.
Performance is of course ample - go for the range-topping M60 and you’ll be able to zip from 0-62mph in just 3.8 seconds. On the flip side, opt for the xDrive 50 model and you can do up to 383 miles on a charge - a hugely impressive number.
A fantastic interior is the icing on the cake - it doesn’t feel like a car inside, more like a high-tech lounge, with leather on every surface, cut crystal switchgear, and a huge widescreen display running across the front. It’s beautifully crafted and feels fantastic to sit in.
Best for: practicality on a small scale
The EV3 is the smallest of Kia’s ‘EV’ range of electric cars, sitting underneath the EV9 and the EV6. It’s also the cheapest by quite a margin, which makes it a really compelling option for many people who might not have considered an electric SUV before.
With the EV3, it’s all about solving problems that might have stopped people from buying an electric car before. Range too short? Not to worry - the EV3 offers up to 375 miles of range on a charge, a hugely impressive number that makes it one of the longest-range cars on sale today. Not enough space for the family? Even though it’s compact, the EV3 fits four adults with ease and has a big boot to match.
As for people who find electric cars too expensive, the EV3 doesn’t offer a transformational price tag (you’ll need the Citroen e-C3, below, for that) but it’s still remarkable value. The big-battery model is less than £36,000, giving you more range than most companies’ flagship models but at a fraction of the price.
The EV3 also has a great interior. Its two big screens are easy to use, and it even feels quite posh considering the price tag - though do bear in mind that the base ‘Air’ car uses cheaper materials. It’s packed with storage, too, and feels suitably high-tech without totally eschewing useful physical controls.
While there’s nothing incredible about how the EV3 drives, there’s nothing bad either - it’s perfectly comfortable, safe and stable, ideal for long journeys between charging stops. It’s one of the best small electric SUVs you can buy.
The EV3 is the smallest of Kia’s ‘EV’ range of electric cars, sitting underneath the EV9 and the EV6. It’s also the cheapest by quite a margin, which makes it a really compelling option for many people who might not have considered an electric SUV before.
With the EV3, it’s all about solving problems that might have stopped people from buying an electric car before. Range too short? Not to worry - the EV3 offers up to 375 miles of range on a charge, a hugely impressive number that makes it one of the longest-range cars on sale today. Not enough space for the family? Even though it’s compact, the EV3 fits four adults with ease and has a big boot to match.
As for people who find electric cars too expensive, the EV3 doesn’t offer a transformational price tag (you’ll need the Citroen e-C3, below, for that) but it’s still remarkable value. The big-battery model is less than £36,000, giving you more range than most companies’ flagship models but at a fraction of the price.
The EV3 also has a great interior. Its two big screens are easy to use, and it even feels quite posh considering the price tag - though do bear in mind that the base ‘Air’ car uses cheaper materials. It’s packed with storage, too, and feels suitably high-tech without totally eschewing useful physical controls.
While there’s nothing incredible about how the EV3 drives, there’s nothing bad either - it’s perfectly comfortable, safe and stable, ideal for long journeys between charging stops. It’s one of the best small electric SUVs you can buy.
2026
Family Values Award
Highly Commended
Battery range up to 355 miles
Best for: understated ease-of-use
The Skoda Elroq takes the bigger Enyaq’s all-round versatility and distills it into a slightly smaller, easier to park and cheaper SUV. It won’t set your heart alight, but the Elroq is one of the best electric family SUVs you can buy.
It looks more futuristic than any Skoda before it, with a sleek new front end and a tinted glass ‘grille’ that hides all of the ugly crash sensors away. Smart. Aside from that there aren’t many notable design features, but overall it’s a handsome - if understated - package.
The interior is a spitting image of the Enyaq’s, but that’s no bad thing. The dashboard is sleek and clutter-free, plus you can have it trimmed in leatherette or a rather funky denim-esque fabric. The seats are comfortable and there’s buckets of space both front and back, as well as a 470-litre boot with loads of handy storage solutions.
Range varies from an unremarkable 232 miles in the entry-level ‘50’ model, rising drastically to a much more usable 355 miles in top-spec trims. It’s comfortable on the move, if a little too wallowy over bumps around town, but motorways are a breeze. Country lanes are best taken at a moderate pace though.
The Skoda Elroq takes the bigger Enyaq’s all-round versatility and distills it into a slightly smaller, easier to park and cheaper SUV. It won’t set your heart alight, but the Elroq is one of the best electric family SUVs you can buy.
It looks more futuristic than any Skoda before it, with a sleek new front end and a tinted glass ‘grille’ that hides all of the ugly crash sensors away. Smart. Aside from that there aren’t many notable design features, but overall it’s a handsome - if understated - package.
The interior is a spitting image of the Enyaq’s, but that’s no bad thing. The dashboard is sleek and clutter-free, plus you can have it trimmed in leatherette or a rather funky denim-esque fabric. The seats are comfortable and there’s buckets of space both front and back, as well as a 470-litre boot with loads of handy storage solutions.
Range varies from an unremarkable 232 miles in the entry-level ‘50’ model, rising drastically to a much more usable 355 miles in top-spec trims. It’s comfortable on the move, if a little too wallowy over bumps around town, but motorways are a breeze. Country lanes are best taken at a moderate pace though.
Battery range up to 201 miles
Best for: a small budget
Citroen’s goal with the e-C3 was to make a car that was just as affordable as a petrol-powered one, and it almost succeeded. You can save a few grand by going for the regular Citroen C3, which is powered by a 1.2-litre petrol engine - but this all-electric e-C3 still costs less than £22,000, and has a lot to offer for it.
It has a practical, tall body, which means you can squeeze an awful lot into quite a small footprint. There’s a 310-litre boot, which beats out the small electric hatchbacks this compares with, and space in the rear for adults.
You also get quite a cool, minimalist dashboard, which though it’s pared back to the minimum in order to cut costs actually feels very easy to use because of it. There are proper buttons for the functions you’d want, and though the touchscreen infotainment system isn’t anywhere near as big and glitzy as it is on some alternatives, it doesn’t need to be - it runs smartphone mirroring software just perfectly.
The downside with the e-C3 is that its 199-mile maximum range could be quite limiting. It doesn’t charge all that fast, either. But if you can live with that - and most people probably could, if they were honest with how much they drive - then the e-C3 is absolutely cracking value.
Citroen’s goal with the e-C3 was to make a car that was just as affordable as a petrol-powered one, and it almost succeeded. You can save a few grand by going for the regular Citroen C3, which is powered by a 1.2-litre petrol engine - but this all-electric e-C3 still costs less than £22,000, and has a lot to offer for it.
It has a practical, tall body, which means you can squeeze an awful lot into quite a small footprint. There’s a 310-litre boot, which beats out the small electric hatchbacks this compares with, and space in the rear for adults.
You also get quite a cool, minimalist dashboard, which though it’s pared back to the minimum in order to cut costs actually feels very easy to use because of it. There are proper buttons for the functions you’d want, and though the touchscreen infotainment system isn’t anywhere near as big and glitzy as it is on some alternatives, it doesn’t need to be - it runs smartphone mirroring software just perfectly.
The downside with the e-C3 is that its 199-mile maximum range could be quite limiting. It doesn’t charge all that fast, either. But if you can live with that - and most people probably could, if they were honest with how much they drive - then the e-C3 is absolutely cracking value.
8. Nissan Leaf
Nissan Leaf review
Best for: affordable long range
Yes, the Nissan Leaf, once the world’s first electric hatchback, has decided to join the SUV brigade, even if it’s only slightly taller (and actually a good bit shorter) than the old Leaf hatchback. It’s a major upgrade on its predecessor, though, with the big 75kWh battery version stretching to a 385-mile range (and around 300 miles in real-world conditions), and a smaller-battery option for those who don’t want to spend quite so much.
It looks a bit plain at the front, but the rear styling takes inspiration from Nissan’s Z-badged sports cars, and the cabin uses essentially the same classy layout as that of the bigger Ariya, with exceptionally slick Google-based touchscreen software. There’s a bit more space than you had in the old Leaf, but those in the rear will often find their knees brushing the back of the front seats and the boot only stretches to 437 litres, with no front boot storage area in the nose.
Still, that range is backed up by some decent driving dynamics, with nice steering and a sense of confident balance in corners. You’d never describe the new Leaf as a hot hatch, even if it were still a hatch, but it’s better to drive than many other EVs, and a major step up for Nissan in the electric car world.
Yes, the Nissan Leaf, once the world’s first electric hatchback, has decided to join the SUV brigade, even if it’s only slightly taller (and actually a good bit shorter) than the old Leaf hatchback. It’s a major upgrade on its predecessor, though, with the big 75kWh battery version stretching to a 385-mile range (and around 300 miles in real-world conditions), and a smaller-battery option for those who don’t want to spend quite so much.
It looks a bit plain at the front, but the rear styling takes inspiration from Nissan’s Z-badged sports cars, and the cabin uses essentially the same classy layout as that of the bigger Ariya, with exceptionally slick Google-based touchscreen software. There’s a bit more space than you had in the old Leaf, but those in the rear will often find their knees brushing the back of the front seats and the boot only stretches to 437 litres, with no front boot storage area in the nose.
Still, that range is backed up by some decent driving dynamics, with nice steering and a sense of confident balance in corners. You’d never describe the new Leaf as a hot hatch, even if it were still a hatch, but it’s better to drive than many other EVs, and a major step up for Nissan in the electric car world.
9. Kia EV6
Kia EV6 review
Battery range up to 361 miles
Best for: a comfortable drive and a great interior
The Kia EV6 is a few years old now - it was launched in 2021, but recently underwent a facelift to bring it stylistically in line with other Kia models. That same facelift also upgraded the interior and upped the maximum range, bringing it to 361 miles - no longer the best in class, but still highly usable.
The EV6’s lithe body looks unconventional but hides plenty of space in both the back seats and the boot, while the dashboard is packed with tech and looks good, too.
It drives fantastically well. Most EV6 models are rear-wheel drive and all versions have powerful motors, so they’re a pleasure to take down a winding back road. It feels stable and secure on the motorway, too, and though it’s quite large it has good visibility for driving around town.
And with the ability to top up from the very fastest chargers available, the EV6 can go from 10-80% charge in less than 20 minutes. That’s hugely impressive and makes even prolonged motorway drives a breeze, provided you can find the fast chargers. It shows that just because an EV is a few years old, it doesn’t mean it can’t compete with the very latest models.
The Kia EV6 is a few years old now - it was launched in 2021, but recently underwent a facelift to bring it stylistically in line with other Kia models. That same facelift also upgraded the interior and upped the maximum range, bringing it to 361 miles - no longer the best in class, but still highly usable.
The EV6’s lithe body looks unconventional but hides plenty of space in both the back seats and the boot, while the dashboard is packed with tech and looks good, too.
It drives fantastically well. Most EV6 models are rear-wheel drive and all versions have powerful motors, so they’re a pleasure to take down a winding back road. It feels stable and secure on the motorway, too, and though it’s quite large it has good visibility for driving around town.
And with the ability to top up from the very fastest chargers available, the EV6 can go from 10-80% charge in less than 20 minutes. That’s hugely impressive and makes even prolonged motorway drives a breeze, provided you can find the fast chargers. It shows that just because an EV is a few years old, it doesn’t mean it can’t compete with the very latest models.
10. Tesla Model Y
Tesla Model Y review
Battery range up to 372 miles
Best for: gadgets and gizmos
Tesla cars are some of the best EVs around, and even though the brand only sells two models in the UK now they’re both hugely popular. The Model Y is the SUV version of the impressive Tesla Model 3, and is a great option for those who love the Model 3 but simply need more space and practicality.
It delivers in spades. The Model Y was originally designed for seven seats but is only sold with five in the UK - this means that the boot is vast, and easily accommodates all the clobber of a family with room to spare for pushchairs and the like. The family will love the numerous entertainment features, too, from the movies and music built into the central touchscreen’s software to the ability to play games, change the sound of the horn or even play fart noises.
It’s not all just a gimmick, either. The longest-range Model Y will do 373 miles on a charge, while the Performance - which is capable of 0-62mph in just 3.5 seconds - will do 319 miles. Teslas also get access to the Supercharger network of fast chargers, which alone makes them worth considering for high-mileage drivers.
Tesla cars are some of the best EVs around, and even though the brand only sells two models in the UK now they’re both hugely popular. The Model Y is the SUV version of the impressive Tesla Model 3, and is a great option for those who love the Model 3 but simply need more space and practicality.
It delivers in spades. The Model Y was originally designed for seven seats but is only sold with five in the UK - this means that the boot is vast, and easily accommodates all the clobber of a family with room to spare for pushchairs and the like. The family will love the numerous entertainment features, too, from the movies and music built into the central touchscreen’s software to the ability to play games, change the sound of the horn or even play fart noises.
It’s not all just a gimmick, either. The longest-range Model Y will do 373 miles on a charge, while the Performance - which is capable of 0-62mph in just 3.5 seconds - will do 319 miles. Teslas also get access to the Supercharger network of fast chargers, which alone makes them worth considering for high-mileage drivers.
Factors to consider when choosing an electric SUV
Seven seaters
Electric seven-seater SUVs are still relatively niche, but the options out there are generally excellent. The Hyundai Ioniq 9 is our Comfortable Cruiser winner in the 2026 Carwow Car of the Year Awards, while the Kia EV9 was a 2025 award winner too. The Peugeot E-5008 is one of our favourites, too, with a more stylish cabin than either of its Korean alternatives.
Budget
Just because an electric SUV is more expensive than others doesn’t make it posher. Okay, the BMW iX really is the poshest and most expensive car on this list, but otherwise a Kia EV9 and Skoda Elroq have nicer cabins than in a more expensive Tesla Model Y. A Citroen e-C3 is highly affordable, while the Leapmotor B10 offers excellent value for money.
Range
For a road-trip friendly electric SUV, you’ll want something highly efficient or fitted with an enormous battery. The Tesla Model Y offers long range thanks to the former, while the BMW iX can go the distance thanks to the latter. Bear in mind that a larger battery is more expensive to charge, too.
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