Best electric SUVs 2026: eight family EVs compared by range and space
An electric SUV has to do what any family SUV does, carry people and luggage and tow a trailer now and then, while covering enough distance between charges. The eight models below are on sale in Europe in 2026, from the 4.2-metre Volvo EX30 to the 4.97-metre BMW iX. Their WLTP ranges run from 339 km to 641 km, and the fastest charge at more than 300 kW.
Quick picks
- Best overall: Tesla Model Y – 525 km, 836 litres and five-star safety from €39,990.
- Best for families: Škoda Enyaq 85 – 580 km and 2,000 kg towing.
- Fastest charging: Volvo EX60 – 320 kW DC and 611 km.
- Longest range: Porsche Macan – 641 km WLTP.
- Cheapest: Volvo EX30 – from €34,990.
The table compares one version of each car. Figures are WLTP or manufacturer values listed by ADAC, Germany's motoring club, or, for the BYD and Hyundai, published on English-language Wikipedia.
| Model (version) | Battery | WLTP range | DC charging | Boot | List price from, Germany |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tesla Model Y (RWD) | 60.0 kWh net | 525 km | 175 kW | 836 l | €39,990 (2025) |
| Škoda Enyaq 85 | 77.0 kWh net | 580 km | 165 kW | 585 l | €50,450 (2026) |
| Volvo EX60 (P6) | 80.0 kWh net | 611 km | 320 kW | 523 l + 58 l | €62,990 (2026) |
| Porsche Macan (RWD) | 95.0 kWh net | 641 km | 270 kW | 540 l + 84 l | €82,200 (2024) |
| BMW iX (xDrive45) | 94.8 kWh net | 602 km | 175 kW | 500 l | €83,500 (2025) |
| BYD Sealion 7 (RWD) | 82.56 kWh | 482 km | 150 kW | 520 l | – |
| Volvo EX30 (P3) | 49.0 kWh net | 339 km | – | 318 l | €34,990 (2026) |
| Hyundai Kona Electric (Long Range) | 65.4 kWh | up to 490 km | 102 kW | 466 l | – |
A dash means no checked figure. For electric hatchbacks, saloons and estates, see the Volkswagen ID.3 and Tesla Model 3 model pages.
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1. Tesla Model Y I
Best overall
- Production years
- 2020–present
- Body type
- SUV
- Fuel
- Electric
- Power output
- 324 kW (441 PS)
The facelifted Model Y offers the best balance of price, range and space in this list. The rear-wheel-drive version costs from €39,990 in Germany and has 220 kW (299 PS), a 60 kWh usable battery and 525 km of WLTP range. Its 836-litre main boot is the largest here, and it may tow 1,600 kg. Euro NCAP named it Best in Class small SUV of 2025, with 90 out of 100 points. ADAC's Pannenstatistik lists the Model Y among the best mid-size cars for breakdowns. The drawback: DC charging peaks at 175 kW, well below the Volvo EX60.
Full review: Tesla Model Y IPros
- 836-litre boot
- 525 km WLTP from €39,990
- Euro NCAP Best in Class 2025
Cons
- 175 kW DC charging
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2. Skoda Enyaq I
Best for families
- Production years
- 2020–present
- Body type
- SUV
- Fuel
- Electric
- Power output
- 109–250 kW (148–340 PS)
The facelifted Enyaq is the most practical mainstream choice. The 85 version has a 77 kWh usable battery, 210 kW (286 PS) and 580 km of WLTP range, and it reaches 100 km/h in 6.6 s. Its 585-litre boot grows to 1,710 litres, and it may tow 2,000 kg braked. Euro NCAP re-tested the facelift in November 2025 and awarded five stars with 84 points, and the battery is guaranteed for eight years or 160,000 km. ADAC also lists the Enyaq among the best mid-size cars for breakdowns. The drawback: it weighs 2,179 kg and costs from €50,450.
Pros
- 580 km WLTP range
- 2,000 kg braked towing
- Five-star Euro NCAP (2025)
Cons
- ��50,450 and 2,179 kg
Spec sheet: Skoda Enyaq I 50 109 kW (148 PS)
Full review: Skoda Enyaq I -
3. Volvo EX60 I
Fastest charging
- Production years
- 2026–present
- Body type
- Crossover
- Fuel
- Electric
- Power output
- 275–500 kW (374–680 PS)
Volvo's new mid-size electric SUV reaches German customers from August 2026. The rear-wheel-drive P6 has 275 kW (374 PS), an 80 kWh usable battery and 611 km of WLTP range at 14.9 kWh/100 km. It charges at up to 320 kW DC, the fastest in this list. The boot holds 523 litres plus 58 litres in the front, and towing is rated at 2,000 kg. Volvo guarantees the battery for eight years, or ten years and 240,000 km with Volvo servicing. The drawbacks: it costs from €62,990 and had no Euro NCAP result at the time of writing.
Pros
- 320 kW DC charging
- 611 km WLTP range
- Up to ten-year battery guarantee
Cons
- No Euro NCAP result yet; from €62,990
Spec sheet: Volvo EX60 I P6 Electric 275 kW (374 PS)
Full review: Volvo EX60 I -
4. Porsche Macan II Electric
Longest range
- Production years
- 2024–present
- Body type
- SUV
- Fuel
- Electric
- Power output
- 250–470 kW (340–639 PS)
The second-generation Macan, launched in 2024, is electric only. Even the base rear-wheel-drive version has 265 kW (360 PS), reaches 100 km/h in 5.7 s and charges at up to 270 kW DC. ADAC lists a 95 kWh usable battery and 641 km of WLTP range, the longest here, though its own Ecotest measured 20.1 kWh/100 km against 16.7 kWh/100 km WLTP. The boot holds 540 litres plus an 84-litre front compartment, and towing is rated at 2,000 kg. Euro NCAP awarded five stars in December 2024. The drawback: it costs from €82,200 in Germany.
Pros
- 641 km WLTP range
- 270 kW DC charging
- Five-star Euro NCAP (2024)
Cons
- From €82,200
Spec sheet: Porsche Macan II Electric Electric 264 kW (359 PS)
Full review: Porsche Macan II Electric -
5. BMW iX I20
Best luxury electric SUV
- Production years
- 2021–present
- Body type
- SUV
- Fuel
- Electric
The iX was updated in 2025, and the xDrive45 is now the entry version. It has 300 kW (408 PS), all-wheel drive and a 94.8 kWh usable battery with 602 km of WLTP range. It reaches 100 km/h in 5.1 s and may tow 2,500 kg braked, more than any other electric SUV here. The battery is guaranteed for eight years or 160,000 km, and Euro NCAP awarded five stars in 2021. The drawbacks: it weighs 2,525 kg, uses 17.8 kWh/100 km and has a 500-litre boot. Prices start at €83,500.
Full review: BMW iX I20Pros
- 2,500 kg braked towing
- 602 km WLTP range
- All-wheel drive as standard
Cons
- 2,525 kg and €83,500
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6. BYD Sealion VII
Best Chinese contender
- Production years
- 2024–present
- Body type
- SUV
- Fuel
- Electric
- Power output
- 100–390 kW (136–530 PS)
The Sealion 7 made its European debut at the Paris Motor Show in October 2024. It is 4,830 mm long, uses BYD's Blade lithium iron phosphate batteries and sits on the e-Platform 3.0. The rear-wheel-drive version has 230 kW and an 82.56 kWh battery for 482 km of WLTP range, while the 390 kW all-wheel-drive car reaches 502 km. The boot holds 520 litres. In its 2025 Euro NCAP test it scored 87 per cent for adults and 93 per cent for children. The drawbacks: DC charging is limited to 150 kW, and range is modest for the battery size.
Pros
- 93 per cent Euro NCAP child score (2025)
- Up to 390 kW with all-wheel drive
- 520-litre boot
Cons
- 150 kW DC charging; 482 km from 82.56 kWh
Spec sheet: BYD Sealion VII 82.5 kWh RWD (Comfort) 230 kW (313 PS)
Full review: BYD Sealion VII -
7. Volvo EX30 I
Cheapest
- Production years
- 2023–present
- Body type
- Crossover
- Fuel
- Electric
- Power output
- 200–315 kW (272–428 PS)
At 4,233 mm, the EX30 is the smallest car here and the easiest to park. From April 2026 the P3 Essential costs €34,990 in Germany, with 110 kW (150 PS), a 49 kWh usable battery and 339 km of WLTP range. Larger batteries and twin-motor versions with up to 315 kW are also offered. Euro NCAP awarded five stars in December 2024, with 88 per cent for adult occupants. The drawbacks: the 318-litre boot is the smallest in this list, and 339 km is short for long motorway trips.
Pros
- From €34,990 in Germany
- Compact 4,233 mm body
- Five-star Euro NCAP (2024)
Cons
- 318-litre boot and 339 km range (P3)
Spec sheet: Volvo EX30 I Single Motor 200 kW (272 PS)
Full review: Volvo EX30 I -
8. Hyundai Kona II (SX2)
Best compact family choice
- Production years
- 2023–present
- Body type
- SUV
- Fuel
- Petrol, Hybrid, Electric
The second-generation Kona Electric arrived in 2023 and is about 150 mm longer than its predecessor. The Long Range version has a 65.4 kWh battery, up to 160 kW (218 PS) and up to 490 km of WLTP range, while the Standard Range uses 48.4 kWh. The boot holds 466 litres. ADAC records 6.1 breakdowns per 1,000 for 2023 Konas of all types, half the rate of 2020 cars. The drawbacks: its 400-volt system charges at about 102 kW DC, and in its 2023 Euro NCAP test it scored only 60 per cent for safety assist.
Full review: Hyundai Kona II (SX2)Pros
- Up to 490 km WLTP range
- Compact size with a 466-litre boot
- Standard and Long Range batteries
Cons
- 102 kW DC charging and 60 per cent safety assist score
Data ranking: Longest-range electric cars — all 59 models in our catalog with a figure, ranked by the numbers.
Catalog: All electric cars in the catalog — every model with specs, not only our picks.
How we chose
Selection. The list covers battery-electric SUVs and crossovers sold new in Europe in 2026 with a published model page on 1cars. The Volkswagen ID.5 was left out because ADAC lists its production until 2026, and popular rivals such as the Kia EV3 and Hyundai Ioniq 5 have no 1cars model page yet. The cheapest or most representative version of each model is shown.
Data sources. Battery capacities, WLTP ranges and consumption, charging power, kerb weights, towing limits, boot volumes, warranty terms, Euro NCAP results and German list prices come from the ADAC Autokatalog pages for the named versions (accessed October 2026). BYD Sealion 7 and Hyundai Kona Electric figures, including their Euro NCAP percentages, come from English-language Wikipedia, because the ADAC pages did not show those versions. Breakdown rates come from the ADAC Pannenstatistik 2026.
Ranking. The order is editorial. It weighs range, efficiency, space, safety, charging and price, and it is not a test score. Prices are German list prices with the year the version became available; incentives and prices in other markets differ. The 1cars pages for the Škoda Enyaq and Volvo EX60 list every battery and motor.
Frequently asked questions
Which electric SUV has the longest range?
In this list, the rear-wheel-drive Porsche Macan with 641 km WLTP from a 95 kWh usable battery. The Volvo EX60 P6 (611 km) and BMW iX xDrive45 (602 km) follow, according to ADAC.
What is the cheapest electric SUV here?
The Volvo EX30 P3, from €34,990 in Germany, with 339 km of WLTP range. The Tesla Model Y costs from €39,990 and offers 525 km and a far bigger boot.
Can an electric SUV tow a caravan?
Some can. ADAC lists 2,500 kg braked for the BMW iX xDrive45 and 2,000 kg for the Škoda Enyaq 85, Volvo EX60 P6 and Porsche Macan. The Tesla Model Y may tow 1,600 kg.
Which electric SUV charges fastest?
The Volvo EX60, at up to 320 kW DC, followed by the Porsche Macan at 270 kW. The Tesla Model Y and BMW iX xDrive45 charge at up to 175 kW, and the Hyundai Kona Electric Long Range at 102 kW.
How long are electric SUV batteries guaranteed?
Usually eight years or 160,000 km to at least 70 per cent of capacity, as ADAC lists for the Enyaq, iX and EX60. Volvo extends EX60 cover to ten years or 240,000 km if the car is serviced by Volvo.
