What are the best electric SUVs?

What are the hottest tickets in the car world right now? Yep, electric cars and SUVs. As a result there are lots of electric SUVs to choose from, so to help you narrow things down we’ve used our expertise and experience to put together a list of the best electric SUVs you can buy. Our selection includes something for all budgets and tastes, and although our focus is on new cars many of these are also available to buy used.

We’ve listed the maximum battery range for each car – this is the official figure for the longest-range version available. Bear in mind that some versions of each model have a shorter range, and in real-world driving you might not match the official figures.

Here then, in no particular order, are our top 10 electric SUVs for 2025.

1. Skoda Enyaq

Maximum range: 359 miles

Lots of electric SUVs have been launched since the Skoda Enyaq went on sale in 2021 yet it remains one of the best of the bunch. In fact, an update for 2025 has made it better than ever – with sleeker looks and more standard features, it remains easier than ever to recommend.

It’s the Enyaq’s exceptional qualities as a family car that stand out. Hugely spacious and relaxing to travel in, it also feels built to withstand a zombie apocalypse – let alone the demands of family life. It’s also excellent value for money and a maximum range of up to 359 miles means that you and your passengers will probably need to stop and refuel before your car does!

2. Hyundai Kona Electric

Maximum range: 319 miles

If you’re looking for an electric family car that’s practical yet will slot easily into the average parking space, the latest Hyundai Kona Electric could be right up your street. It’s a touch smaller than a Nissan Qashqai but has lots of space inside and a usefully large boot. 

It’s a comfortable and quiet car to travel in, and all versions have a pair of USB C sockets for the rear seats, which could help to keep the peace on long journeys. You also get front and rear parking sensors and a rear-view camera across the range, and all but the entry-level model models have heated rear seats. Maximum battery range is between 234 and 319 miles, depending on model, and you get the reassurance of Hyundai’s longer-than-average five-year, unlimited-mileage warranty.

3. Kia EV3

Maximum range: 375 miles

Just when you thought Kia’s cars couldn’t get any more radical-looking, along comes the Kia EV3. Introduced in late 2024, it’s a compact SUV that makes most rival cars look like they’re from a different era. The interior is equally cutting-edge and it’s impressively practical for such a small car, with enough space for four six-footers to sit comfortably. The boot is large, too, offering 25% more load space than a Ford Focus in a shorter car. Clever stuff. 

It’s not cheap, with prices starting at more than £30,000, but it’s decent value because even the ‘basic’ model has features such as LED headlights, heated front seats, front and rear parking sensors and a rear-view camera. The standard battery’s 270-mile range is good, but if you upgrade to a higher-spec model you get one that gives you 375 miles from a full charge. All versions benefit from Kia’s seven-year warranty from new.

4. Renault Scenic E-Tech

Maximum range: 379 miles

Renault is smashing it out of the park at the moment, offering some of the most desirable electric cars around. There’s the gorgeous Renault 5 E-Tech, and if you’re looking for something with more space there’s the Renault Scenic E-Tech. It’s a mid-size SUV that has serious wow factor, blending sharp design with bang-up-to-date tech and family-friendly practicality. The interior is a great place to be, with lots of space and an infotainment system with a huge, easy-to-use touchscreen. ‘Google built-in’ comes as standard, giving you up to 50 useful (or simply fun) apps to play with. 

The Scenic is also great value considering how well-equipped it is, because even the cheapest model has heated front seats, a rear-view camera and an electrically powered bootlid. A smooth, comfortable drive adds to its appeal as a family car and battery range is well above average.

5. Tesla Model Y

Maximum range: 387 miles

Tesla’s cars might not be as popular as they were (because… well I’m sure you can guess) but they’re still big sellers. In fact, the Model Y was both the world’s best-selling electric car and the UK’s best-selling electric car in 2024. 

It’s easy to see why so many people chose the Model Y. There’s the remarkable battery range, for one thing, with the latest versions capable of almost 400 miles on a full charge. Then there’s the spacious interior, the huge list of standard features and the fact that Tesla has reduced – rather than increased – the Model Y’s price over time. An update for 2025 has improved the Model Y in key areas, too, with a smoother ride, sleeker looks and higher-quality materials inside.

6. BMW iX

Maximum range: 426 miles

The BMW iX is the brand’s largest and most expensive electric SUV. It’s about the same size as an X5 but has a very different look, with its huge front grille and a shape that’s more ‘XXL hatchback’ than SUV. Not everyone’s a fan, but it certainly stands out from the crowd. We challenge anyone not to love the interior, which blends minimalist design with sumptuous materials and vast space to create a luxurious, lounge-like feel. 

While it’s not as sporty as some of BMW’s models (it is a huge SUV after all) the iX is satisfying to drive, combining top-notch comfort with a controlled feel on a twisty road. Battery range is excellent and the iX accepts fast charging speeds, allowing you to charge from 10-80% capacity in just over half an hour. New prices start at well over £70,000 but you can find used examples with sensible mileage for about half that.

7. MG ZS EV

Maximum range: 273 miles

The MG ZS EV isn’t just cheap compared with most other electric SUVs – it costs less than many similar petrol and diesel models too. That says everything about what outstanding value it is, but the ZS has more than just low prices to recommend it. 

It’s a great family car, for a start, offering lots of space within a car that’s compact and car park-friendly. The interior feels solid and is easy to use, and most versions have features such as Apple Carplay/Android Auto integration and a rear-view camera. Battery range is competitive, with a maximum of 163 for the most budget-friendly models to 273 for later, higher-spec cars.

8. Kia EV9

Maximum range: 349 miles

There are lots of big electric SUVs on the market, but the Kia EV9 is one of only a few that have seven seats and we can’t think of any that look as striking or futuristic. Prices start at just over £65,000 and while that might seem pricey, the EV9 is still – like every Kia model – good value. It has a luxurious feel inside and it’s immensely spacious, with enough headroom and legroom for seven adults to ride in comfort. 

You also get Kia’s seven-year warranty, as well as a maximum battery range long enough to drive from London to Land’s End (according to the official figures, of course). There are very few cars out there that can match the EV9’s range of attributes – its closest rival is the Volvo EX90, which costs almost £18,000 more in its cheapest form.

9. Citroen E-C3

Maximum range: 199 miles

If you thought there was no such thing as a cheap brand-new electric SUV, think again   because you’re looking at one: the Citroen E-C3. As of spring 2025 it has a starting price of just over £22,000, whereas most electric SUVs (and the majority of electric hatchbacks) have a price that starts with a ‘3’. 

A major part of the E-C3’s appeal is that although it’s cheap and relatively tiny, it doesn’t feel that way – four adults can fit comfortably inside and the interior is modern and stylish. The seats are worth a mention since they’re particularly comfortable, while a smooth ride helps to give the car an easygoing vibe. The boot is small but battery range is decent for the price and a rapid charger will get you from 20% to 80% capacity in less than half an hour.

10. Mini Countryman Electric

Maximum range: 286 miles

We all know that Minis aren’t so ‘mini’ any more, although you might be surprised to learn that the latest Mini Countryman SUV is actually longer than a Nissan Qashqai. Those generous dimensions translate into a spacious interior, yet despite its size the Countryman still has the fun character that you expect of a Mini, in both the way it drives and its design. 

The interior is especially charming, with a dashboard covered in recycled polyester fabric, a huge circular touchscreen and, of course, a wealth of different colour combinations. While it’s not cheap (and you can really go to town with optional extras), the Countryman Electric feels like a premium product and it offers something different to most other electric SUVs you can buy.