The best electric SUVs – driven and ranked

The electric SUV segment has ballooned into a hotly contested battleground, with established European marques and new Chinese brands vying for the attention of British drivers. 

It’s easy to understand their appeal: they offer the commanding driving position as a traditional SUV and often surpass their ICE counterparts when it comes to practicality. 

By ditching the ICE, manufacturers have been able to unlock more space and interior flexibility, while silent and swift EV powertrains have brought greater levels of refinement. 

The fast development of battery technology also means that long ranges and rapid charging are the norm, not just attributed to expensive models.

Plus electric SUVs can be cheaper to run, especially if you can charge them at home overnight. 

The diversity within this segment means that there’s an endless amount of choice, but which cars actually deliver in the real world?

While its looks may be divisive, the BMW iX is our favourite electric SUV. Few cars in this segment can match for space, pace or rolling refinement. Sure, it’s a premium offering that’s priced to match, but fundamentally it's a very capable all-rounder. 

Read on as we rank the best electric SUVs currently on sale.