7 Best Electric SUVs 2023

2023 Mercedes‑Benz EQS SUV If you've been looking for an all-electric SUV with three rows of seats, your choice has been limited to the Tesla Model X. That changes with the introduction of the 2023 Mercedes-Benz EQS SUV. This large and luxurious SUV embodies all of the goodness expected from a premium Mercedes model, with an impeccable interior, high level of comfort, and all of the latest technology. It's fundamentally better than the Tesla in every way except for acceleration, which is more than adequate. It's also more affordable than the Model X. 2022 Tesla Model X The Tesla Model X provides dazzling acceleration, impressive battery range, and a bevy of gee-whiz tech features. However, rivals have swankier cabins. The Tesla Model X is a 6-seater vehicle that comes in 2 trim levels. The most popular style is the Plaid, which starts at $140,190 and comes with an Electric engine and All Wheel Drive. This Model X is estimated to deliver 103 MPGe in the city and 93 MPGe on the highway. 2023 Audi e‑tron S The Audi e-tron S delivers the horsepower and torque expected of an Audi S model, but all that oomph in an EV cuts down driving range. The Audi e-tron S is a 5-seater vehicle that comes in 2 trim levels. The most popular style is the Prestige Sportback, which starts at $99,095 and comes with an Electric engine and All Wheel Drive. This e-tron S is estimated to deliver 73 MPGe in the city and 78 MPGe on the highway. 2023 Volvo C40 Recharge Volvo is moving quickly to go all-electric, and the C40 Recharge is proof positive the venerable Swedish automaker can do it well. After a 2022 introduction with just one high-priced trim, the C40 Recharge line expands to three all-wheel-drive trims with competitive pricing. Even in the base trim, the C40 Recharge has all of Volvo's traditional luxury and roominess, although the small cargo bay, thanks in part to its sporty, rearward-sloping roofline, may put off some buyers. 2022 Tesla Model Y One of the most popular electric cars in the U.S., the Tesla Model Y is basically a Model 3 with more trunk space. With its powerful and efficient electric powertrain and modern design, the small SUV is extremely fun to drive and offers the space and versatility families need. Its acceleration is breathtakingly quick, especially if you choose the Performance trim. It’s not only quicker than its key rivals, it also has a longer driving range than the Audi e-tron and Jaguar I-Pace. This year the Tesla gets another bump to 330 miles, which is enough to fend off any range anxiety. Plus, owners can charge at Tesla’s exclusive, growing network of fast chargers. The Model Y's interior is just as futuristic as its powertrain, with a minimalistic design that’s setting trends in the industry. Buttons are few. Instead a huge touchscreen is used for most features. The system is simple and easy to use. Seating is comfortable and the backseat is spacious. A tiny third-row seat is available. 2023 Kia EV6 While sharing a lot of basic bits with its corporate cousins from Hyundai and Genesis, the 2023 Kia EV6 stands on its own, with distinctive exterior and interior design, sportier suspension tuning, enthusiast-oriented handling, and a new 576-horsepower GT topping the lineup, world-class performance at a lower cost than most competitors. The rear-wheel-drive Wind and GT-Line models are EPA rated at 310 miles. The dual-motor, all-wheel-drive Wind and GT-Line offer a bit less range: 274 miles. The GT drops to a mere 206 miles; all that extra power comes at a cost. Kia uses the same high-speed, dual-voltage charging format as the Hyundai Ioniq 5, switching from 800 to 400 volts to meet various charging system capabilities. The only other 800-volt EVs in the market today (more are coming) are the much pricier Porsche Taycan and Audi e-tron GT. 2023 Lexus RZ The two-row, five-passenger Lexus RZ crossover is the luxury brand's first all-electric vehicle. It hits the mark in most areas but suffers from a lack of range and high pricing compared to most competitors. The Lexus RZ is a 5-seater vehicle that comes in 2 trim levels. The most popular style is the RZ 450e Premium with 18" Wheels AWD, which starts at $60,890 and comes with an Electric engine and All Wheel Drive. This RZ is estimated to deliver 102 MPGe in the city and 87 MPGe on the highway. While the segment-leading Tesla Model Y delivers more than 300 miles of range and most others in the class, such as the Genesis GV60, are close to 250, the RZ is at the bottom with a mere 220 miles, and that's only for the base model. Step up to the two versions with 20-inch wheels, and range drops to a dismal 196 miles.