These Are the Best SUVs You Can Buy in 2026

• We've got the best SUVs you can buy in 2026.
• After hundreds of hours and thousands of miles, these are the best of the best.
• From the Honda Passport to the Toyota Grand Highlander, we've got 'em all.

If you're looking to buy a new car, odds are good that you're looking at SUVs first. It's easy to see why. They're roomy, capable, and aren't as bad on gas as they used to be. If you're looking for one-size-fits-all in your next vehicle purchase, an SUV is a smart choice. We drove thousands of miles to find the very best SUVs on sale for 2026, and now we've got the list you need to kick off your car shopping journey. 

Watch the video or check out our list below for the best SUVs you can buy right now. 

Hyundai Kona

Pros:
Lots of great tech comes standard
Plenty of physical controls
And roomy enough up front for small items

Cons:
It's a little stiff on the road
And it's slow
Not as refined as SUVs up a size class or two

Hyundai Tucson/Kia Sportage

Pros:
Both are a great value
And come with lots of standard tech
The Tucson hybrid feels plenty powerful

Cons:
Cupholders are a little small in the Tucson
It can be tough to reach EPA estimates

Toyota RAV4

Pros:
The new RAV4 is a big improvement over its predecessor
Comes standard as a hybrid and is very fuel-efficient
Tech is a big step up from older Toyotas

Cons:
It's not quick
Handling isn't great either

Subaru Outback

Pros:
Much better infotainment than in previous generations
More cargo space than before
Good off-road capability

Cons:
Standard engine isn't very powerful
No hybrid engine available

Honda Passport

Pros:
Lots of great physical buttons that are easy to use
Interior storage is awesome
Rear cargo space is ample

Cons:
Fuel economy isn't great
No hybrid powertrain available to alleviate that pain
And it's more expensive than its rivals

Hyundai Santa Fe

Pros:
Turbocharged engine is plenty powerful
Roomy interior in both SUVs
Lots of useful standard tech

Cons:
Limited cargo space if all three rows are in use
A little stiff on rough pavement

Hyundai Palisade

Pros:
Tons of interior space
Comfortable ride
Very refined given its price point

Cons:
Standard gas engine is lethargic
Fuel economy isn't great on non-hybrids

Toyota Grand Highlander Hybrid

Pros:
Spacious passenger area
MPG is very impressive on the hybrid
Lots of storage up front

Cons:
Acceleration is sluggish with base engine
Interior is a little noisy
The more powerful Hybrid Max powertrain sacrifices fuel economy for power

Ford Expedition

Pros:
Engine is very powerful
Much more comfortable than rivals
Tons of storage and can tow up to 10,000 pounds

Cons:
MPG is so-so
Steering wheel is a funky shape

BMW X1

Pros:
Good engine
Great tech
Fun to drive

Cons:
Not a ton of storage
Start-stop system is clunky

Genesis GV70

Pros:
Ride quality is excellent
Tech is great
A great value compared to other luxury SUVs

Cons:
Could use more interior storage for small items
Some interior controls are inconvenient to use

Mercedes-Benz GLE

Pros:
Lots of customization options
Seemingly endless number of engine choices
Very comfortable 

Cons:
Holy moly this thing can get expensive
Tech has a bit of a learning curve
Optional third row is cramped

Lexus GX

Pros:
Great off-road
Lots of power
Tech is easy to use

Cons:
Not a ton of space given its size
Drives a little trucky when on-road

Mercedes-Benz GLS

Pros:
Tons of great tech
Roomy in all three rows
Big cargo area, too

Cons:
Yes, it's expensive

Lincoln Navigator

Pros:
It is very roomy
And it's extremely capable
Suitably luxurious too

Cons:
Not fun to park in an urban setting
Can be a bit bumpy over pockmarked city streets
It's expensive