Luxury Electric SUVs: More Choice Than Ever
The market for electric vehicles experienced some well-publicized ups and downs in 2024, including slowing demand for some cars, more price cuts for Tesla's, and varying eligibility for incentives. One thing is certain, Americans have more EV choices now than ever before. In 2025 that choice is about to climb even higher, with 70 new electric vehicles set to drop this year.
Still one of the fastest growing segments, luxury SUVs, are set to have a banner year in 2025. We’ve rounded up some of the most interesting and exciting models slated to come to market later this year.
Audi Q6 and SQ6 E-Tron Sportback
Audi launched its first electric SUV, the e-tron, in 2019, making it a luxury EV pioneer. Now, it has the all-new Q6 e-tron and SQ6 e-tron. Based on a joint platform co-developed with Porsche, it’s been engineered exclusively for electric drive, meaning a spacious interior and better packaging. The new Q6 e-tron features an 800-volt electrical architecture, which reduces charging times but also reduces weight to the benefit of performance and range. Electronic all-wheel drive will be standard, as will advanced driver assistance tech, including semi-autonomous highway cruising capability.
Coming soon is a new, sleeker Sportback version that, thanks to its lower roof and sleeker profile, will have a longer range than the Q6 e-tron SUV, claiming a range of 407 miles on the European WLTP standard test. European range estimates tend to be higher than those issued by the U.S. EPA; we tend to drive at higher speeds for longer on North American roads. What we do know is that the longest-range Q6 e-tron SUV is currently estimated by the EPA to deliver 322 miles, and that the Sportback should go further on a full charge.
The Sportback’s drivetrain options will mirror those of the Q6 e-tron SUV. That means a base model with 322 horsepower, rear-wheel drive, and a 0-60 mph time in the low sixes; an all-wheel drive Quattro model with two motors, 456 hp, and 0-60 in less than 5 seconds; and a high-end SQ6 model with 509 hp and a 0-60 mph time of about 4 seconds.
Cadillac Optiq and Vistiq
Cadillac is serious about electrification, and will soon have a lineup of four all-new EV models. In addition to the Lyriq, which is currently on sale, and the Escalade IQ, which will begin deliveries early this year, there are two all-new models, the Optiq and Vistiq.
The Cadillac Optiq will be the brand’s entry-level model in North America, but it will also be sold around the world, where its compact size will appeal to drivers in congested European and Asian cities. Cadillac promises a compact package that will appeal to Europeans as well as Americans, and spirited driving dynamics. Cadillac isn’t saying much about the tech specs of the Optiq yet, but we’re liking its distinctive look, glossy black cladding on the sides, distinctive rear light signature, and flush-mounted door handles.
The Vistiq will be positioned above the Lyriq, but below the gigantic Escalade IQ. It will be available with three rows of seats, and photos released by Cadillac show bold LED front lights, huge wheels, a long wheelbase, and a long rear overhang for a spacious cargo area. In terms of size and space, the Vistiq will likely provide a similar package to the current three-row, gasoline-powered XT6. We expect the Vistiq to have a similar battery to the 102-kWh unit in long-range Lyriq models, and an EPA-estimated range of over 300 miles.
Range Rover Electric
One of the icons of the SUV world, the Range Rover has been a symbol of aristocratic on- and off-road travel for decades. Traditionally powered by gasoline or diesel engines, the Range Rover will soon be available in a new electric version, one that has all of the capability of previous models, but with zero emissions.
Land Rover says that the new Range Rover Electric contains more patents than any vehicle it has previously produced, and that its engineers have created the quietest and most refined Range Rover ever. Silent electric drive, active noise cancellation, and other technologies provide a serene ambiance, even when traversing rough terrain or wading through water almost three feet deep. The Range Rover Electric will deliver similar performance to V8 gasoline Range Rover, as well as equivalent off-road capability. An 800-volt electrical architecture will also make it easy to charge quickly on public networks.
Made in the UK, the new Range Rover Electric promises to offer its owners a seamless ownership experience thanks to comprehensive charging partnerships, over-the-air software updates, and intelligent technology that should help maximize range.
Lotus Eletre
Lotus says its all-electric Eletre is a “hyper-SUV” that is hyper fast, hyper expensive, and the first of a line of electric vehicles from Lotus that will stretch it beyond its traditional two-seat sports cars to reach a new generation of tech-savvy and wealthy customers. It’s the first five-door car from Lotus, its first SUV, and the company claims it’s the most “connected” Lotus ever. Still, it has gorgeous styling, incredible performance, and is packed with engineering innovation.
A battery capacity of over 100 kWh powers all four wheels, with power options starting at 600 hp and reaching almost 1,000 hp. More importantly, an 800-volt architecture and 350-kW fast charging capability means this is one of the fastest-charging electric vehicles available. On a compatible charger, you’ll get almost 250 miles of range in just 20 minutes, and Lotus claims that the European range estimate is over 370 miles, though the EPA number is likely to be lower.
The Eletre is one of a very small handful of vehicles to use LIDAR sensors to support its driver assistance features. Its deployable sensors hide away when not required and have the ability to enable autonomous driving, when regulations allow, in addition to a huge range of active and passive assistance systems.
Lucid Gravity
The Lucid Air sedan has gotten rave reviews for its performance, style, and impressive range. Now, the California startup is applying the same philosophy and tech to its first SUV, the Lucid Gravity. With space for up to seven passengers, high performance, and a new platform, it offers an EPA estimated range of over 440 miles.
Gravity features the latest ultra-compact electric motors, developed in-house by Lucid; the company says they are the most power-dense on the market. An all-new 900-volt electrical architecture means lighter weight and faster charging – up to 350 kW, making it industry-leading and on par with the Lotus Eletre. The claimed 0-60 time is just 3.5 seconds, and the Gravity can also tow up to 6,000 pounds, with a payload capacity of over 1,500 pounds. Optional air suspension gives it equally impressive capability off the beaten path.
A supremely spacious and open interior provides plenty of room for passengers and cargo, and the second and third rows of seats are easy to fold down to create a huge 112-cu.ft cargo area. There’s also a gorgeous, 34-inch floating curved display that combines driver information and infotainment, with a floating panel that has physical controls on a quick-access touch bar.
Maserati Grecale Folgore
The Maserati Grecale, introduced in late 2022, is a midsize luxury SUV that competes with vehicles like the Porsche Macan. It has distinctive looks, a luxurious interior, and high performance and Grecale customers actually have the choice of gasoline or electric power.
The Grecale Folgore (folgore means “lightning”) delivers zero-emissions driving, a fully-electric drivetrain, and Maserati performance. A 400-volt electrical system is coupled with a large 105-kWh battery. The EPA range estimate hasn’t yet been finalized, but we’d expect 350 miles or more. 500 hp and 590 lb-ft of torque are also part of the package, giving electrifying performance and instantaneous response off the line and when passing.
Inside the Grecale Folgore, you’ll find a new sustainable seat material, called Econyl, covering the seats and other high-touch surfaces. Produced from recycled fishing nets, Econyl has a unique laser-cut design and brings sustainability into the Maserati’s cabin as well as to its drivetrain. Inside, a digital dash, large touchscreen, smartphone integration, and integrated Amazon Alexa make the Grecale high-tech but easy to use.
Mercedes-Benz G580 With EQ Technology
The Mercedes-Benz G-class, also known as the G-Wagen, is a legend. Its distinctive shape, bank-vault build quality, and extreme off-road capability have made it unique in the world of SUVs. It has traditionally been gasoline or diesel-powered, with most of the G-Wagens sold in the U.S. being powered by gas-guzzling V8 engines. That’s all about to change, as the latest G-Wagen is now available as a fully electric SUV – and what’s more, the electric G-Wagen is the best G-Wagen you can buy.
Officially called the Mercedes-Benz G580 with EQ Technology (what a mouthful!), the electric G-Wagen retains the distinctive angular shape that made it famous, but the EV version is distinguished by a number of unique technologies. Four motors provide a total output of 579 hp and 858 lb-ft of torque, and enable a number of functions only available in the electric G-class. These include “G-steering” which speeds up the motors on the outside wheels to enable a smaller turning circle; an off-road crawl function with three selectable speeds; and a “G-turn” function that allows the vehicle to almost pirouette on the spot on loose or unpaved surfaces.
The standard 116-kWh battery packs 216 cells in 12 modules throughout the chassis. From a charging perspective, the new electric G-Wagen can charge at home on a Level 2 charger at up to 11 kW and on a Level 3 public charger, it can reach 200 kW, which is fast, but not class-leading.
Volvo EX90
An electric replacement for the popular seven-seater Volvo XC90, the EX90 is the start of a new era for the Swedish company, setting course for an electric future; all of the models in its lineup will be fully-electric by 2030.
While it has a completely different drivetrain, the EX90 is still distinctively Volvo in its design, a versatile and stylish SUV with a blanked-out “grille,” distinctive hammer-shaped headlights, strong shoulders, and practical proportions. Longer than the XC90, it has an incredibly spacious interior capped by a full-length glass roof. It’s upholstered in sustainable textiles, and the digital instrument cluster and infotainment system are easy to use. Google apps and services that are standard on the EX90 include hands-free help from Google Assistant, Google Maps navigation, and Google Play. Wireless Apple CarPlay is also standard.
A huge 111-kWh battery coupled to standard all-wheel drive and twin electric motors mean the EX90 will have plenty of performance as well as plenty of range. 496 hp and 671 lb-ft of torque will help it zip to 60 mph in less than 5 seconds, while Volvo claims an EPA estimated 300 miles of range, and a DC fast-charging time of 30 minutes from 10 to 80 percent.
