SUVs are available in a wide range of sizes and prices. Nowadays, you can opt for a small SUV, a midsize variant, or extended behemoths based on the body-on-frame architecture. Given their exploding popularity, most manufacturers are looking to get a piece of the proverbial cake.
After all, SUVs offer excellent road presence, practicality, performance, and power. In fact, with the electrification of engines, SUVs are becoming more frugal than ever before. With that said, let's look at these new SUVs and crossovers that everyone would want to drive.
10 2023 Honda CR-V
For the 2023 model year, Honda has rewarded the CR-V with a new-look inside and out. The improvements help make the new CR-V a brutally competitive compact SUV. It features more passenger space and grander proportions while delivering more of its trademark practicality.
The CR-V gets a more attractive interior with a design inspired by the Civic. The interior features a host of modern tech, including wireless Android Auto and Apple CarPlay, and an infotainment system with a 9.0-inch touchscreen. The CR-V gets two powertrains, a 190 hp turbocharged 1.5-liter four-cylinder and a 204 hp 2.0-liter turbocharged four-cylinder with two electric motors.
9 2023 Mazda CX-5
The CX-5 delivers on Mazda’s reputation for athletic handling. It also offers a near-luxury SUV experience for mainstream money. Its blend of interior refinement and nimble road manners make the CX-5 one of the best small SUVs on the market.
The entry-level CX-5 features a 187 hp four-cylinder engine with excellent throttle response. For additional power, there is a 256-hp turbocharged engine that offers quicker acceleration. Both engines use a snappy 6-speed automatic gearbox and are available with all-wheel drive.
8 2022 Volvo XC60
The XC60 exudes Volvo’s unique Swedish perspective. It’s the brand’s top seller, thanks to its stylish and thoughtful design. The XC60 has tasteful embellishments that help it strike a stylish pose in traffic. The interior is an upscale oasis with rich materials that mirror more expensive Volvos.
The XC60 is available with three different powertrains, B5, B6, and T8, mated to an 8-speed automatic gearbox and all-wheel drive. The B5 powertrain features a turbocharged 2.0-liter four-cylinder engine and a 48V hybrid system producing 247 hp. The B6 uses the same powertrain as the B5 but adds a supercharger for more oomph producing 295 hp. The T8 uses the B6 powertrain with electric motors to produce 455 hp.
7 2023 Genesis GV80
The GV80 is one of the best luxury SUVs you can get from Genesis. It features a stately appearance with a luxe cabin and designer interior finishes. The GV80 mixes high-end materials with contemporary tech features and an attractive interior design.
It has two engine options; a 300 hp 2.5-liter turbocharged four-cylinder engine and a 375 hp 3.5-liter twin-turbo V6. Both engines make the GV80 an athletic SUV, especially around corners. The GV80 also delivers a quality ride, enough to rival SUVs like the GLE, X5, and XC90.
6 2022 Mercedes-Benz GLE
Like its predecessors, the GLE delivers class-leading technology, more off-road capability, and a spacious interior. Most GLE models offer two rows of seats, both luxurious and comfortable. Mercedes offers an optional third row, but it’s mostly good for kids.
All GLE models feature a full digital gauge display and an expansive car infotainment panel. The GLE is available with a turbocharged four-cylinder for the base model, but Mercedes also offers a turbocharged inline-six and a Biturbo 4.0-liter V8.
5 2022 Jeep Grand Wagoneer
Jeep is a brand that thrives on its serious off-road capability and rugged imagery. However, Jeep has gotten into uncharted territory with its luxurious Grand Wagoneer. Unlike the mainstream Wagoneer, the Grand version has upscale features to rival large luxury SUVs.
Inside the Grand Wagoneer cabin is a standard three-row seating layout, offering room for the whole family. Jeep offers the Grand Wagoneer with two powertrains, a 471 hp 6.4-liter V8 and a 510 hp 3.0-liter twin-turbocharged inline-six. Both powertrains use the 8-speed automatic gearbox and are available with all-wheel drive.
4 2022 Lincoln Navigator
The Navigator sits at the pinnacle of the Lincoln Motor Company’s SUV lineup. It shares its mechanicals with the Expedition, but it's more than a plush Expedition. The Navigator features a deluxe cabin filled with fine materials, best tech features, and a long list of standard convenience items.
Lincoln offers the Navigator with only one engine and transmission combination. The twin-turbocharged 3.5-liter V6 engine and the 10-speed automatic gearbox make the Navigator speedy and responsive. The engine produces 440 hp and 510 lb-ft of torque, allowing the Navigator to tow as much as 8,700 lbs.
3 2022 Cadillac Escalade
The Escalade is the flagship model of the Cadillac brand. It offers the best luxury features and every high-tech item. Luckily, the Escalade’s massive size helps fit in all those features. The standout is the huge, curved digital display on the dashboard.
The exterior of the Escalade draws inspiration from the Escala concept car. Most Escalade models feature the 6.2-liter V8, but Cadillac also offers a fuel-efficient turbo diesel 3.0 liter inline six. No matter the powertrain, the Escalade offers a comfortable ride quality.
2 2022 BMW X7
Not long ago, the 7 Series sedan was the perfect personal limo anyone could ask for. The introduction of the X7 SUV steps into the same role, making it a rolling palace for the wealthy. It offers more real estate with six seats spread among three rows.
The X7 is currently the biggest BMW and is well suited for affluent families. Even though the cargo area and the last row of seats aren’t as roomy as the competition, the X7 boasts a better driver experience and a larger selection of desirable powertrains.
1 2023 Land Rover Range Rover
The element that attracts most people to the Range Rover isn’t its legendary off-road capability but its effortless, elegant styling. The new Range Rover retains its A-list status while offering an opulent cabin. It’s the most luxurious Range Rover, with a trio of powertrain options.
The base powertrain is the P400, featuring a turbocharged inline-six with a 48V hybrid system producing 395 hp. The next powertrain is the P440e, a 434 hp plug-in hybrid option. At the top of the range is the 523 hp 4.4-liter twin-turbo V8 engine that cranks up the towing capacity to 8,200 lbs.