New car buyers looking for a practical electric SUV are currently spoiled for choice in the U.S. market, as manufacturers rush the segment with attractive and compelling options catering to various needs. Crossovers and SUVs offer many benefits, including slightly improved safety ratings, more versatile capabilities, and generous interior space. Electric drive components are heavy, but their compact proportions mean that designers and engineers can maximize interior space without compromising comfort and handling physics.
Reliability is a core tenet for any family car, especially if it's the only car you have access to. Thankfully, electric cars benefit from substantially better reliability thanks to their simpler configurations that consist of fewer moving parts. Manufacturers back this by including more comprehensive warranty packages that can last up to eight years. With this in mind, there are some EV options that currently struggle with maintaining high quality and reliability standards. If you're in the market for a dependable and practical electric SUV, these 10 options are the most spacious and dependable ones you can consider.
In order to give you the most up-to-date and accurate information possible, the data used to compile this article was sourced from various manufacturer websites and other authoritative sources, including Consumer Reports, J.D. Power, and the NHTSA. We've ranked the models below based on their claimed cargo capacity figures, but excluded models that currently have less than a 30/100 reliability rating from Consumer Reports. We also take Consumer Reports and J.D. Power's reliability ratings into consideration.
The Audi Q4 e-Tron competes in the compact electric car segment, but still offers a respectable 24.8 cubic-feet of trunk space, which you can expand to 53 cubic-feet when folding the rear seats down. If you opt for the Sportback, cargo space increases to 26.1 cubic-feet. The NHTSA currently subjects the Q4 e-Tron to two recalls. One of these is resolved by an over-the-air software update, but the other requires a charging cable replacement.
Q4 40 e-Tron | Q4 50 e-Tron | Q4 55 e-Tron | |
Engine | Rear Permanent-Magnet Motor | Rear Permanent And Front Asynchronous Motors | Rear Permanent And Front Asynchronous Motors |
Transmission | Single-Speed Automatic | Single-Speed Automatic | Single-Speed Automatic |
Horsepower | 201 HP | 295 HP | 335 HP |
Torque | 229 LB-FT | 313 LB-FT | 401 LB-FT |
Driveline | Rear-Wheel Drive | All-Wheel Drive | All-Wheel Drive |
0-60 MPH | 7.9 Seconds | 5.8 Seconds | 5.0 Seconds |
Top Speed | 99 MPH | 112 MPH | 112 MPH |
Towing Capacity | 2,200 Pounds | 2,650 Pounds | 2,650 Pounds |
Payload Capacity | 1,300 Pounds | 1,300 Pounds | 1,300 Pounds |
The Q4 e-Tron sits with a 48/100 predicted reliability and 2/5 predicted owner satisfaction rating from Consumer Reports. J.D. Power is equally harsh on this model with a 63/100 quality and reliability grading. Audi starts pricing for the Q4 e-Tron off at $55,200, but you can pay as high as $62,200 for the Prestige trim before options and additional packages.
The Jaguar I-Pace is one of the first competitors in the electric SUV sphere. It features an impressive 25.3 cubic-feet of trunk space, which increases to 50.7 cubic-feet after folding the rear bench. There are currently two recalls to be aware of for the 2024 model year. Jaguar resolves the missing warning for a turn signal failure with a software update. The overheating high-voltage battery is a more serious issue, but an over-the-air update fixes this problem.
Engine | Dual Permanent-Magnet Motors |
Transmission | Single-Speed Automatic |
Horsepower | 394 HP |
Torque | 512 LB-FT |
Driveline | All-Wheel Drive |
0-60 MPH | 4.5 Seconds |
Top Speed | 124 MPH |
Towing Capacity | 1,653 Pounds |
Payload Capacity | 1,184 Pounds |
The I-Pace is one of the less trustworthy options on this list, with its 30/100 predicted reliability and 2/5 predicted owner satisfaction scores. Despite its age, Jaguar starts pricing off at $73,875 before adding any options. It keeps the range fairly simple by only offering one trim option.
The Hyundai Ioniq 5 is a mid-size EV SUV boasting 27.2 cubic-feet of trunk space which expands to 56 cubic-feet by folding the rear bench down. 2024 models are subject to a recall affecting the charging unit, which the manufacturer will replace without cost to the owner.
Ioniq 5 SE Standard | Ioniq 5 SE/SEL/Limited RWD | Ioniq 5 SE/SEL/Limited/D100 Platinum Edition AWD | |
Engine | Single Permanent-Magnet Motor | Single Permanent-Magnet Motor | Dual Permanent-Magnet Motors |
Transmission | Single-Speed Automatic | Single-Speed Automatic | Single-Speed Automatic |
Horsepower | 168 HP | 225 HP | 320 HP |
Torque | 258 LB-FT | 258 LB-FT | 446 LB-FT |
Driveline | Rear-Wheel Drive | Rear-Wheel Drive | All-Wheel Drive |
0-60 MPH | N/A | 7.4 Seconds | 4.5 Seconds |
Top Speed | 117 MPH | 117 MPH | 117 MPH |
Towing Capacity | N/A | 2,300 Pounds | 2,300 Pounds |
Payload Capacity | 1,257 Pounds | 954-1,168 Pounds | 948-1,120 Pounds |
Consumer reports issues the Ioniq 5 range with a 33/100 predicted reliability and 4/5 owner satisfaction score. It also gets a 70/100 quality and reliability rating from J.D. Power. The South Korean EV SUV is one of the cheaper options on this list, with its $41,800 starting price for the base SE. If you can get your hands on one, the D100 Platinum will have you increasing your budget to $59,400.
Many critics feel that the Toyota bZ4X is a forced product, but by packaging standards, it's a fairly well-executed electric crossover. The trunk accommodates 27.7 cubic-feet of space, which is expandable to 56.1 cubic-feet by folding the rear seats down. Unlike the 2023 model's catastrophic recall for a spontaneously detatching wheel, the 2024 range is free from any concerning recalls.
Front-Wheel Drive | All-Wheel Drive | |
Powertrain | Single Permanent-Magnet Motor | Dual Permanent-Magnet Motor |
Transmission | Single-Speed Automatic | Single-Speed Automatic |
Horsepower | 201 HP | 214 HP |
Torque | 196 LB-FT | 248 LB-FT |
Driveline | Front-Wheel Drive | All-Wheel Drive |
0-60 MPH | 7.1 Seconds | 6.5 Seconds |
Top Speed | 99 MPH | 104 MPH |
Towing Capacity | 1,500 Pounds | 1,500 Pounds |
Payload Capacity | 1,169 Pounds | 1,156 Pounds |
Consumer Reports gives the bZ4X a 47/100 predicted reliability and 2/5 predicted owner satisfaction score, so there certainly is some room for improvement. J.D. Power's 64/100 quality and reliability rating further backs this notion. If you're interested in purchasing a bZ4X, you can expect to pay $43,070 for a base XLE trim and $45,180 for the Limited.
The Q8 e-Tron offers a good balance of practicality and reliability, with its 28.5 cubic-feet trunk that extends to 56.5 cubic-feet after folding the rear seats. The 2024 model also benefits from no recalls, investigations, or complaints at the time of compiling this list.
Engine | Dual Permanent-Magnet Motors |
Transmission | Single-Speed Automatic |
Horsepower | 402 HP |
Torque | 414 LB-FT |
Driveline | All-Wheel Drive |
0-60 MPH | 5.4 Seconds |
Top Speed | 124 MPH |
Towing Capacity | 4,000 Pounds |
From a reliability standpoint, the Q8 e-tron is another EV that could do with some improvement. Consumer Reports issues it with a 41/100 predicted reliability and 3/5 predicted owner satisfaction score. J.D. Power's 74/100 quality and reliability rating gives it a bit more hope. Audi starts the Q8 e-Tron range off at $74,400 MSRP before options and packages. The SQ8 range ups the price to $89,800.
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The Genesis Electrified GV70 is a larger electric SUV option, offering up to 28.7 cubic-feet of trunk space. If this is still too compact, you can extend it to 56.5 cubic-feet when folding the rear bench down. You do have to be mindful of two active recalls affecting the model's charging unit and transmission harness.
Engine | Dual Permanent-Magnet Motors |
Transmission | Single-Speed Automatic |
Horsepower | 483 HP |
Torque | 516 LB-FT |
Driveline | All-Wheel Drive |
0-60 MPH | 4.2 Seconds |
Top Speed | 146 MPH |
Towing Capacity | 3,500 Pounds |
Payload Capacity | 1,345 Pounds |
Consumer Report's 44/100 predicted reliability rating and 4/5 predicted owner satisfaction scores are some of the better results you'll find on this list. J.D. Power sings the Electrified GV70's praises with an 84/100 quality and reliability rating. For a luxury model, the GV70 benefits from a relatively competitive $66,450 MSRP. The brand only offers one trim and drivetrain option, but there are several packages that will increase the price by a few thousand dollars.
The Mach-E's position on this list is impressive considering it's one of the few crossovers here that the brand markets as a more performance-inspired option. The mid-size crossover features a generous 29.7 cubic-feet trunk. When you fold down the rear bench, this increases the capacity to 59.7 cubic-feet. The NHTSA lists no recalls for the 2024 model year, which should ease the minds of many Blue Oval enthusiasts.
RWD | AWD | GT | Rally | |
Engine | Single Permanent-Magnet Motor | Dual Permanent-Magnet Motors | Dual Permanent-Magnet Motors | Dual Permanent-Magnet Motors |
Transmission | Single-Speed Automatic | Single-Speed Automatic | Single-Speed Automatic | Single-Speed Automatic |
Horsepower | 266 HP | 266 HP | 480 HP | 480 HP |
Torque | 317 LB-FT | 428 LB-FT | 600 LB-FT | 650 LB-FT |
Driveline | Rear-Wheel Drive | All-Wheel Drive | All-Wheel Drive | All-Wheel Drive |
0-60 MPH | 6.3 Seconds | 4.8 Seconds | 3.8 Seconds | 3.5 Seconds |
Top Speed | 114 MPH | 114 MPH | 120 MPH | 120 MPH |
Despite a fairly good track record, Consumer Reports gives the range a 45/100 predicted reliability score, but a more preferable 4/5 predicted owner satisfaction rating. J.D. Power's 69/100 quality and reliability score further motivates its dependable nature with plenty of room for improvement. The base Select rear-wheel drive Mach-E's pricing starts off at $39,995. The aspirational Rally edition sits at the top with a $59,995 MSRP before options.
The Tesla Model Y punches above its class with a 30.2 cubic-feet trunk capacity. Folding the second row of seating expands this to an impressive 72.1 cubic-feet of space. You also benefit from a 4.1 cubic-feet frunk for storing smaller items. The 2024 model year also isn't subject to any noteworthy recalls, making it a more stress-free new EV option.
Model Y | Model Y Long Range | Model Y Performance | |
Powertrain | Single-permanent-magnet motor | Front AC Induction and rear permanent-magnet motors | Front AC Induction and rear permanent-magnet motors |
Transmission | Single-Speed Automatic | Single-Speed Automatic | Single-Speed Automatic |
Horsepower | 295 HP | 384 HP | 456 HP |
Torque | 310 LB-FT | 376 LB-FT | 497 LB-FT |
Driveline | Rear-Wheel Drive | All-Wheel Drive | All-Wheel Drive |
0-60 MPH | 6.6 Seconds | 4.8 Seconds | 3.5 Seconds |
Top Speed | 135 MPH | 135 MPH | 155 MPH |
Towing Capacity | 3,500 Pounds | 3,500 Pounds | 3,500 Pounds |
Payload Capacity | 1,188 Pounds | 1,188 Pounds | 1,179 Pounds |
Consumer Reports gives the Model Y a 41/100 predicted reliability score, but the model fares better in the predicted owner satisfaction grading, with a 4/5 result. J.D. Power's 70/100 quality and reliability score shines the popular EV in a more positive light. Pricing starts at $44,990 for the base rear-wheel drive model, but the flagship Performance derivative will cost $51,490 MSRP.
The Lexus RZ is a lesser discussed EV, but it's one of the better options you can consider if you're looking for a spacious EV SUV. This premium option features 34.9 cubic-feet of cargo space, which you can extend to 55.6 cubic-feet by folding the second row of seats down. Reliability thus far has been exemplary, as the NHTSA lists no recalls, investigations, or complaints.
RZ 300e | RZ 450e AWD | |
Powertrain | Single AC synchronous electric motor | Dual AC synchronous electric motors |
Transmission | Single-Speed Automatic | Single-Speed Automatic |
Horsepower | 201 HP | 308 HP |
Torque | 196 LB-FT | 321 LB-FT |
Driveline | Front-Wheel Drive | Rear-Wheel Drive |
0-60 MPH | 7.8 Seconds | 5.0 Seconds |
Top Speed | 99 MPH | 99 MPH |
Towing Capacity | N/A | 1,653 Pounds |
Payload Capacity | 1,257 Pounds | 1,257 Pounds |
Where dependability is concerned, the Lexus RZ aces its competition with a 79/100 predicted reliability score from Consumer Reports, as well as a 3/5 predicted owner satisfaction rating. It is a fairly costly option for its segment, with the 300e starting at $55,150, and the flagship 450e Luxury priced at $65,580.
The BMW iX is a bit larger than the other options on this list, so its more spacious 35.5 cubic-feet trunk should be no surprise. It shines as a practical luxury SUV when you fold the second row of seats to increase capacity to 77.9 cubic-feet. Two active recalls currently affect the Bavarian SUV, namely an unintentional cruise control activation problem and a poorly secured HV battery cell monitoring circuit. A software update fixes the first issue, but 31 units must go to the dealership to repair the second problem.
xDrive50 | M60 | |
Engine | Dual-permanent-magnet motor | Dual-permanent-magnet motor |
Transmission | Single-Speed Automatic | Single-Speed Automatic |
Horsepower | 516 HP | 610 HP |
Torque | 564 LB-FT | 811 LB-FT |
Driveline | All-Wheel Drive | All-Wheel Drive |
0-60 MPH | 4.4 Seconds | 3.6 Seconds |
Top Speed | 120 MPH | 130 MPH |
The BMW iX gets a 59/100 predicted reliability and 4/5 predicted owner satisfaction score from Consumer Reports, while J.D. Power awards it 79/100 for quality and reliability. These are some of the highest grades quoted on this list, which you should expect, considering the base model starts at $87,250. The M60 is substantially more expensive, with its $111,500 starting price, but BMW will introduce more accessible rear-wheel-drive trims in due time.
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