Best Electric SUVs
1.BMW iX
8.3
3 badges available
$135,900 - $228,400*MRLP
What we love
- -Incredible straight-line performance
- -Futuristic and functional interior
- -Infotainment is next level
What we don't
- -Boot is small for such a large car
- -So much power means poor energy performance
- -'Gesture controls' are a gimmickÂ
2.BMW iX3
8.3
What we love
- -Moving from X3 to iX3 couldn’t be easier
- -A recent high point for BMW interior form and function
- -Decent range and performance
What we don't
- -Does it really need that goofy grille?
- -Not as dynamic to drive as petrol X3 variants
- -Necessity to use BMW Connected services a little bit Big Brothery
3.Mercedes-Benz EQC
8.3
1 badge available
$128,000 - $128,000*MRLP
What we love
- -Immediate familiarity – if you can drive a GLC, you can drive this
- -All the EV benefits – fast, quiet, modern
- -Loads of tech
What we don't
- -Perhaps a bit too much familiarity – old switchgear, basic rear and a transmission tunnel?
- -All the EV compromises – entry cost, weight, infrastructure
- -"Hey Mercedes"... Shut up
4.Hyundai Kona
8.2
4 badges available
$32,000 - $64,000*MRLP
What we love
- -Raucous exhaust note
- -Eminently configurable drive modes
- -Functional interior with supportive seats
What we don't
- -Interior finishes feel downmarket
- -Crashy ride comfort
- -Smaller boot than i30 N
5.Mercedes-Benz EQA
8.0
2 badges available
$82,300 - $102,579*MRLP
What we love
- -A familiar transition for Mercedes buyers
- -Priced right for the premium EV segment
- -Cabin is jam packed with high quality tech
What we don't
- -Rear passenger and boot space is limited
- -Competitors have longer driving range
- -Car can feel weightyÂ
6.Tesla Model Y
8.0
3 badges available
$69,300 - $98,415*MRLP
What we love
What we don't
7.Volvo XC40
8.0
4 badges available
$53,490 - $81,490*MRLP
What we love
What we don't
8.Volvo C40
8.0
1 badge available
$75,990 - $83,490*MRLP
What we love
What we don't
9.Genesis GV60
7.8
2 badges available
$107,700 - $114,700*MRLP
What we love
- -Incredible performance off the line
- -Storage space galore
- -Equal-fastest-charging EV on the market
What we don't
- -Wacky digital side mirrors
- -Hollow interior materials
- -No wireless smartphone mirroring
10.Genesis GV70
7.8
4 badges available
$68,500 - $127,800*MRLP
What we love
- -Exquisitely appointed cabinÂ
- -Quick-charging battery
- -Quiet cabin and plush ride quality
What we don't
- -Over $40K pricier than the next most expensive Genesis GV70
- -Tacky cargo blind
- -Lack of wireless Apple CarPlay/Android Auto
Drive's Best Cars
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* ‘MRLP’ is the manufacturer’s recommended list price as provided by our data provider and is subject to change, so is provided to you for indicative purposes only. Please note that MRLP is inclusive of GST, but is exclusive of any options and does not include on-road costs such as registration, CTP, stamp duty and dealer delivery. Where an MRLP is stated as a price range, this reflects the lowest to highest MRLP provided for that model range across the available variants.
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