Category: EV SUVs

  • EV SUVs 2026 – Ratings from all Reviews

    The best-rated EV, after averaging the overall scores from the latest car reviews for SUVs sold in the UK in 2026, is the Kia EV3 and Skoda Enyaq at 4.6 out of 5, followed by the Renault Scenic E-Tech and Tesla Model Y at 4.5.

    Different publications use different scoring systems (stars, /10, %, subjective verdicts), so we standardised them to an approximate average rating (/5) derived from the following UK sources: What Car, Auto Express, Top Gear, Carwow, Carbuyer, and Electrifying.com.

    You can compare the EV ratings of all UK SUVs from the tables below.

    Make & ModelBody TypeAvg Rating (/5)Sources
    Tesla Model YSUV4.5What Car?, Top Gear, Carwow
    Kia EV3SUV4.6What Car?, Auto Express
    Hyundai Kona ElectricSUV4.4What Car?, Carbuyer
    Skoda EnyaqSUV4.6What Car?, Auto Express
    Nissan AriyaSUV4.3What Car?, Top Gear
    Volkswagen ID.4SUV4.2What Car?, Carbuyer
    Ford Explorer EVSUV4.2Auto Express, Electrifying
    Peugeot E-3008SUV4.3What Car?, Auto Express
    Renault Scenic E-TechSUV4.5EVGuide, What Car? (EVGuide.uk)
    BMW iX3 (new)SUV4.4What Car?, Auto Express
    Mercedes-Benz GLC ElectricSUV4.3Top Gear, What Car?
    Toyota bZ4XSUV3.8What Car?, Carbuyer
    MG ZS EVSUV4.0What Car?, Carwow
    Vauxhall Grandland ElectricSUV4.1Auto Express, Electrifying

    Results correct at time of publishing.

    Where full data isn’t available (especially 2026 new models), ratings are estimated averages from early reviews/previews. Many Chinese-market entrants (BYD, NIO, XPeng) and 2026 launches still lack consistent UK review scores so we hope to expand as soon as they become available.

  • EV SUVs 2026 – 0 to 60mph Acceleration

    The quickest EV 0 to 60MPH performance for SUVs sold in the UK in 2026, is 2.4 seconds for the Porsche Cayenne Electric (2026), followed by 2.9 seconds for the Lotus Eletre.

    You can compare the EV acceleration of all UK SUVs from the tables below.

    Make & ModelBody Type0–60 mph
    Hyundai Kona ElectricSmall SUV~7.6s
    Peugeot e-2008Small SUV~8.5s
    Kia Niro EVSmall SUV~7.5s
    Vauxhall Mokka ElectricSmall SUV~8.5s
    Jeep Avenger ElectricSmall SUV~9.0s
    Volvo EX30Small SUV3.6–5.3s (NimbleFins)
    Smart #1Small SUV~6.7s
    Smart #1 BrabusSmall SUV~3.9s (NimbleFins)
    BYD Atto 3Small SUV5.5s (NimbleFins)
    Make & ModelBody Type0–60 mph
    Volkswagen ID.4SUV~8.5s
    Volkswagen ID.5SUV coupe~8.4s
    Skoda EnyaqSUV~8.2s
    Skoda ElroqSUV~9.0s (NimbleFins)
    Ford Mustang Mach-ESUV~5.8s
    Tesla Model YSUV~5.0s
    Nissan AriyaSUV~7.5s
    Toyota bZ4XSUV~7.5s
    Subaru SolterraSUV~7.6s
    Honda e:Ny1SUV~7.6s
    Lexus RZSUV~5.3s
    Volvo EX40 (XC40 Recharge)SUV~4.6s
    Polestar 3SUV~5.0s
    Audi Q4 e-tronSUV~8.5s
    BMW iX1SUV~5.6s
    BMW iX2SUV coupe~5.6s
    Mercedes EQASUV~8.6s
    Mercedes EQBSUV~8.0s
    Genesis GV60SUV~4.0s
    Make & ModelBody Type0–60 mph
    BMW iXLarge SUV~4.4s
    Audi Q8 e-tronLarge SUV~5.6s
    Mercedes EQS SUVLuxury SUV~6.5s
    Volvo EX90Large SUV~4.7s
    Kia EV9Large SUV~5.0s
    NIO EL6 / EL7 / EL8Large SUV~4–5s
    Lotus EletrePerformance SUV~2.9s (NimbleFins)
    Porsche Macan ElectricSUV~3.3s (NimbleFins)
    Porsche Cayenne Electric (2026)SUV2.4–4.5s (Autoweek)

    Results correct at time of publishing.

    Acceleration is measured in seconds to reach a speed of 60MPH.

  • EV SUVs 2026 – battery size options

    The largest EV battery option for SUVs sold in the UK in 2026, is 111kWh for the Volvo EX90 and Polestar 3, followed by 100kWh for the Polestar 4, Audi Q6 e-tron, Kia EV9 and NIO EL6 / EL7 / EL8

    You can compare EV battery sizes of all UK SUVs from the tables below. Many EVs have a choice of battery sizes, hence ranges shown as min–max

    Make & ModelBody TypeBattery Size (kWh)
    Peugeot e-2008SUV (small)50 / 54
    Hyundai Kona ElectricSUV (small)48 / 65
    Kia Niro EVSUV (small)64.8
    Jeep Avenger ElectricSUV (small)54
    Smart #1SUV (small)49 / 66
    Volvo EX30SUV (small)51 / 69
    MINI AcemanSUV (small)~54
    BYD Atto 3SUV (small)60
    MG ZS EVSUV (small)51 / 72
    Make & ModelBody TypeBattery Size (kWh)
    Skoda ElroqSUV (medium)52 / 60 / 82 (NimbleFins)
    Volkswagen ID.4SUV (medium)52 / 77
    Skoda EnyaqSUV (medium)58 / 77
    Audi Q4 e-tronSUV (medium)52 / 77
    Ford Explorer EVSUV (medium)52 / 77
    Nissan AriyaSUV (medium)63 / 87
    Toyota bZ4XSUV (medium)71.4
    Subaru SolterraSUV (medium)71.4
    Renault Scenic E-TechSUV (medium)60 / 87
    Peugeot e-3008SUV (medium)73 / 98
    Vauxhall Grandland ElectricSUV (medium)~73 (NimbleFins)
    Polestar 4SUV (medium coupe)~100 (NimbleFins)
    Cupra TavascanSUV (medium coupe)77
    XPeng G6SUV (medium)66 / 87
    Make & ModelBody TypeBattery Size (kWh)
    Tesla Model YSUV (large)60 / 75
    Kia EV6SUV (large)58 / 77
    Hyundai Ioniq 5SUV (large)58 / 77
    Ford Mustang Mach-ESUV (large)70 / 91
    Audi Q6 e-tronSUV (large)~100 (NimbleFins)
    BMW iXSUV (large)76 / 112
    Mercedes EQBSUV (large)66
    Mercedes EQC (phase-out)SUV (large)80
    Volvo EX40 / XC40 RechargeSUV (large)67 / 82
    Volvo EX90SUV (large)~111 (NimbleFins)
    Kia EV9SUV (large)76 / 100
    Polestar 3SUV (large)~111
    BYD Seal USUV (large)~87
    NIO EL6 / EL7 / EL8SUV (large)75 / 100

    Results correct at time of publishing.

    Bigger batteries do not guarantee a longer range, drag coefficient, motor efficiency, and weight all affect the overall range in miles.

  • EV SUVs 2026 – Battery Systems

    The best EV battery system for you depends on how you use your car.

    Lithium Iron Phosphate (LFP): The best for durability, safety, and budget. LFP batteries can last 2,500–5,000 charge cycles, often lasting 2-3 times longer than NCM. They are ideal for city driving and daily commuters who want to charge to 100% without degrading the battery.

    Nickel Manganese Cobalt (NMC/NCA): The best for performance and long-range driving. These batteries offer higher energy density, meaning more range in a lighter package, making them ideal for long-distance driving.

    800V voltage architecture allows for faster charging, but only at public charging stations, all home EV chargers deliver the same rate of charge to both 400V and 800V cars.

    You can compare EV battery systems of all UK SUVs from the tables below.

    Make & ModelBody TypeBattery TypeVoltage Architecture
    Audi Q6 e-tronSUVNMC800V
    BMW iX3SUVNMC cylindrical800V
    BYD Sealion 7SUVLFP Blade400V
    Ford Explorer ElectricSUVNMC400V
    Hyundai Ioniq 5Crossover SUVNMC800V
    Kia EV2Compact SUVNMC400V
    Kia EV3SUVNMC400V
    Kia EV6Crossover SUVNMC800V
    Kia EV9Large SUVNMC800V
    Peugeot E-3008SUV CoupeNMC400V
    Porsche Macan ElectricSUVNMC800V
    Skoda ElroqSUVNMC400V
    Tesla Model YSUVLFP / NCA400V
    Volvo EX30SUVLFP / NMC400V
    Volvo EX60SUVNMC800V*
    Volvo EX90SUVNMC400V

    Results correct at time of publishing.

    Coming soon in the next few years, there will be solid-state batteries offering more range, and cheaper sodium-ion batteries improving cold-weather performance; both technologies offer better fire safety.

  • EV SUVs 2026 – Miles per kWh Efficiency

    The best EV efficiency in miles per kWh for SUVs sold in the UK in 2026, is 4.8 miles per kWh for the Kia EV3 and Tesla Model Y, followed by the Kia EV2 and Hyundai Kona Electric at 4.6 miles per kWh

    You can compare EV efficiency in miles per kWh of all UK SUVs from the tables below. EV manufacturers rarely publish miles/kWh directly so the efficiency was calculated by dividing range in miles by battery size, hence ranges shown as min–max

    Make & ModelBody TypeEfficiency (mi/kWh)
    Citroën ë-C3 AircrossSmall SUV3.8–4.3
    Jeep Avenger ElectricSmall SUV3.9–4.4
    Smart #1Small SUV3.7–4.2
    Volvo EX30Small SUV3.8–4.4
    Kia EV2Small SUV4.0–4.6
    Hyundai Kona ElectricSmall SUV4.1–4.6
    MG ZS EVSUV3.6–4.1
    Kia EV3SUV4.2–4.8
    Skoda ElroqSUV3.8–4.3
    Volkswagen ID.4SUV3.6–4.2
    Skoda EnyaqSUV3.5–4.0
    Nissan AriyaSUV3.5–4.0
    Tesla Model YSUV4.2–4.8
    Ford Mustang Mach-ESUV3.5–4.0
    Audi Q4 e-tronSUV3.1–3.5
    BMW iX1SUV3.4–3.9
    Mercedes EQASUV3.3–3.8
    BYD Atto 3SUV3.8–4.2
    BYD Seal USUV3.6–4.0
    Honda e:Ny1SUV3.5–4.0
    Vauxhall Mokka ElectricSUV3.7–4.2
    Make & ModelBody TypeEfficiency (mi/kWh)
    Kia EV9Large SUV3.0–3.6
    Hyundai Ioniq 9Large SUV3.2–3.8
    BMW iXLarge SUV2.8–3.5
    Audi Q8 e-tronLarge SUV2.7–3.3
    Mercedes EQBLarge SUV3.2–3.7
    Tesla Model XLarge SUV3.0–3.6
    Volvo EX90Large SUV3.0–3.6
    Polestar 3Large SUV3.0–3.5

    Results correct at time of publishing.

    EV efficiency is measured in how many miles a car can travel from a kWh of electricity which typically costs around 25p.

  • EV SUVs 2026 – Car and Battery Warranty

    The best EV warranty for SUVs sold in the UK in 2026 is a 7-year car warranty with an 8-year battery warranty for the Kia EV3, Kia EV6, Kia EV9, MG ZS EV and MG Marvel R.

    You can compare EV car and battery warranties of all UK SUVs from the tables below. Most EV battery warranties are for 8 years and most car warranties are for 3 years.

    Make & ModelBody TypeCar WarrantyBattery Warranty
    Audi Q4 e-tronSUV38
    BMW iX1SUV38
    BMW iX3 (new)SUV38
    BYD Atto 3SUV68
    BYD Sealion 7SUV68
    Citroën ë-C4SUV38
    Cupra Born (crossover hatch)Crossover38
    Ford Explorer EVSUV38
    Hyundai Kona ElectricSUV58
    Hyundai Ioniq 5SUV58
    Hyundai Ioniq 7 (expected)SUV58
    Kia EV3SUV78
    Kia EV6SUV78
    Kia EV9SUV78
    Lexus RZSUV310
    Mercedes-Benz EQASUV38
    Mercedes-Benz EQBSUV38
    Mercedes-Benz GLC EVSUV38
    MG ZS EVSUV78
    MG Marvel RSUV78
    Nissan AriyaSUV38
    Peugeot e-2008SUV38
    Peugeot e-3008SUV38
    Polestar 3SUV38
    Renault Scenic E-TechSUV38
    Skoda EnyaqSUV38
    Skoda ElroqSUV38
    Tesla Model YSUV48
    Toyota bZ4XSUV310
    Volkswagen ID.4SUV38
    Volkswagen ID.5SUV38
    Volvo EX30SUV38
    Volvo EX40SUV38
    Volvo EX90SUV38

    Results correct at time of publishing.

    EV warranty in years can be broken into the car warranty and the battery warranty.

  • EV SUVs 2026 – Charging Rate

    The quickest EV charging rate for an SUV on sale in the UK in 2026 is 350kW for the Kia EV9 and Lotus Eletre, followed by 270kW for the Audi Q6 e-tron, Porsche Macan Electric and BMW iX3 (new gen expected).

    You can compare EV charging rates of all UK SUVs from the tables below. Many EVs have a choice of battery sizes, hence EV charging rate ranges shown as min–max.

    Make & ModelBody TypeMax DC Charging Speed
    Audi Q4 e-tronSUV~135–175 kW
    Audi Q6 e-tronSUV~270 kW (Recharged)
    BMW iX1SUV~130 kW
    BMW iX3 (new gen expected)SUV~200–270 kW
    BMW iXSUV~200 kW
    BYD Atto 3SUV~88 kW
    BYD Seal USUV~140 kW
    Ford Explorer EVSUV~135–185 kW
    Hyundai Ioniq 5SUV~235 kW (Recharged)
    Jaguar I-PaceSUV~100 kW
    Kia EV3SUV~130–150 kW
    Kia EV6SUV~235 kW (Recharged)
    Kia EV9SUV~210–350 kW (Recharged)
    Lotus EletreSUV~350 kW (Recharged)
    Mercedes EQASUV~100 kW
    Mercedes EQBSUV~100 kW
    Mercedes EQC (legacy)SUV~110 kW
    Mercedes EQE SUVSUV~170–200 kW
    Mercedes EQS SUVSUV~200 kW
    Nissan AriyaSUV~130 kW
    Peugeot e-2008SUV~100 kW
    Peugeot e-3008SUV~160–210 kW
    Porsche Macan ElectricSUV~270 kW (Recharged)
    Skoda EnyaqSUV~135–175 kW
    Skoda ElroqSUV~175 kW (NimbleFins)
    Tesla Model YSUV~250 kW (Recharged)
    Toyota bZ4XSUV~150 kW
    Volkswagen ID.4SUV~135–175 kW
    Volkswagen ID.5SUV~135–175 kW
    Volvo EX30SUV~150–175 kW
    Volvo EX90SUV~250 kW

    Results correct at time of publishing.

    The EV charging rates above are available at fast charge stations, a home wall box charger delivers around 20kW, and plugging into the mains without a wallbox will only deliver up to 3kW.

  • EV SUVs 2026 – Car Insurance Groups

    The cheapest insurance group for EV SUVs sold in the UK in 2026, starts at insurance group 18 for the Peugeot e-2008, Vauxhall Mokka Electric, Hyundai Kona Electric, Jeep Avenger Electric and MG ZS EV.

    UK car insurance groups are rated from 1 to 50, with 1 being the cheapest to insure and 50 the most expensive. You can compare EV insurance groups of all UK EV SUV cars from the tables below.

    Make & ModelBody TypeInsurance Group (Min–Max)
    Peugeot e-2008Small SUV18–30
    Vauxhall Mokka ElectricSmall SUV18–32
    Hyundai Kona ElectricSmall SUV18–34
    Kia EV3 (2026)Small SUV20–36
    Smart #1Small SUV20–36
    Volvo EX30Small SUV20–38
    Jeep Avenger ElectricSmall SUV18–32
    Ford Puma Gen-E (2026)Small SUV18–34
    Mini AcemanSmall SUV20–35
    Make & ModelBody TypeInsurance Group (Min–Max)
    Tesla Model YMid-size SUV28–50
    Volkswagen ID.4Mid-size SUV22–40
    Skoda EnyaqMid-size SUV22–42
    Nissan AriyaMid-size SUV25–42
    Hyundai Ioniq 5Mid-size SUV25–45
    Kia EV6Mid-size SUV26–45
    Ford Mustang Mach-EMid-size SUV30–50
    Toyota bZ4XMid-size SUV25–40
    Subaru SolterraMid-size SUV25–40
    BYD Atto 3Mid-size SUV22–38
    BYD Sealion 7 (2026)Mid-size SUV25–45
    MG ZS EVMid-size SUV18–35
    MG IM6 (2026)Mid-size SUV30–50
    Citroën ë-C5 Aircross (2026)Mid-size SUV22–40
    Vauxhall Grandland ElectricMid-size SUV22–40
    Make & ModelBody TypeInsurance Group (Min–Max)
    Audi Q4 e-tronSUV28–45
    Audi Q8 e-tronSUV40–50
    BMW iX1SUV26–40
    BMW iX3SUV30–45
    BMW iXSUV40–50
    Mercedes EQASUV25–40
    Mercedes EQBSUV25–42
    Mercedes EQE SUVSUV40–50
    Mercedes EQS SUVSUV45–50
    Volvo EX90SUV40–50
    Polestar 3SUV40–50
    Tesla Model XSUV45–50
    Kia EV9SUV35–50
    Range Rover Electric (2026)SUV45–50

    Results correct at time of publishing.

    UK car insurance groups are based on repair costs, performance, safety features, and security, so choosing a more basic model will reduce your car insurance bill.

  • EV SUVs 2026 – UK EV prices

    The cheapest EV SUV on sale in the UK in 2026 is the Citroën ë-C3 Aircross at £ 23,000, followed by the Kia EV2 at £24,000.

    You can compare EV prices of all UK SUVs from the tables below. Many EVs have a choice of battery sizes as well as trim levels, hence price ranges shown as min–max.

    Make & ModelBody TypePrice Range (£)
    Citroën ë-C3 AircrossSmall SUV23,000–28,000
    Jeep Avenger ElectricSmall SUV30,000–35,000
    Smart #1Small SUV30,000–38,000
    Volvo EX30Small SUV33,000–42,000
    Kia EV2Small SUV24,000–33,000
    Hyundai Kona ElectricSmall SUV35,000–45,000
    MG ZS EVSUV30,000–35,000
    Kia EV3SUV33,000–44,000 (The Independent)
    Skoda ElroqSUV32,000–42,000
    Volkswagen ID.4SUV39,000–50,000
    Skoda EnyaqSUV38,000–50,000
    Nissan AriyaSUV40,000–55,000
    Tesla Model YSUV42,000–60,000
    Ford Mustang Mach-ESUV45,000–70,000
    Audi Q4 e-tronSUV50,000–65,000
    BMW iX1SUV50,000–60,000
    Mercedes EQASUV50,000–65,000
    BYD Atto 3SUV37,000–45,000
    BYD Seal USUV42,000–50,000
    Honda e:Ny1SUV45,000–55,000
    Vauxhall Mokka ElectricSUV31,000–37,000
    Vauxhall Grandland ElectricSUV36,000–45,000
    Omoda E5SUV33,000–40,000
    Leapmotor C10SUV36,000–45,000
    Make & ModelBody TypePrice Range (£)
    Kia EV9Large SUV65,000–80,000
    Hyundai Ioniq 9Large SUV65,000–75,000 (The Independent)
    BMW iXLarge SUV70,000–115,000
    Audi Q8 e-tronLarge SUV75,000–95,000
    Mercedes EQBLarge SUV55,000–70,000
    Tesla Model XLarge SUV90,000–110,000
    Volvo EX90Large SUV80,000–100,000
    Polestar 3Large SUV80,000–100,000

    Results correct at time of publishing.

    The prices above are the official manufacturer’s list price and exclude any dealer discounts or special offers.

  • EV SUVs 2026 – battery range

    The best EV range for SUVs sold in the UK in 2026, was 380 miles for the Renault Scenic E-Tech, BMW iX, and Polestar 3, followed by the Kia EV3, Audi Q8 e-tron, and Volvo EX90, all of which had a possible range greater than 360 miles.

    You can compare EV battery ranges of all UK SUVs from the tables below. Many EVs have a choice of battery sizes, hence ranges shown as min–max

    Make & ModelBody TypeRange (min–max miles)
    Kia EV2Small SUV197–281 (The Independent)
    Hyundai Kona ElectricSmall SUV234–319
    Jeep Avenger ElectricSmall SUV~249
    Volvo EX30Small SUV214–298
    Smart #1Small SUV193–273
    Kia EV3Compact SUVup to 375 (carwow.co.uk)
    Skoda ElroqCompact SUV~230–350
    Volkswagen ID.4SUV220–340
    Skoda EnyaqSUV250–340
    Nissan AriyaSUV250–330
    Ford Mustang Mach-ESUV273–372
    Tesla Model YSUV283–331
    Audi Q4 e-tronSUV258–316
    BMW iX1SUV257–272
    Mercedes EQASUV249–348
    MG ZS EVSUV198–273
    MG S6 EVSUV~300+ (Wikipedia)
    Renault Scenic E-TechSUVup to 381 (The Sun)
    Citroën ë-C3 AircrossSUV189–249 (The Independent)
    BYD Atto 3SUV~260
    BYD Seal USUV~260–310
    Honda e:Ny1SUV~256
    Vauxhall Mokka ElectricSUV~209–252 (Wilsons Motor Group)
    Make & ModelBody TypeRange (min–max miles)
    Kia EV9Large SUV313–349
    BMW iXLarge SUV257–380
    Audi Q8 e-tronLarge SUV330–370
    Mercedes EQBLarge SUV250–310
    Tesla Model XLarge SUV300–348
    Polestar 3Large SUV300–379
    Volvo EX90Large SUV~300–360

    Results correct at time of publishing.

    EV range in miles should be treated with caution as outdoor temperature, driving style and speed, hills and inclines, headwinds, and load all affect the EV range more than a petrol car.