Best Full-Size Luxury SUVs
Car and Driver's rankings are arrived at from the results of our extensive instrumented testing of several hundred vehicles each year and from our expert editors' subjective impressions gained in real-world driving. We've ranked the best full-size luxury SUVs based on roughly 200 data points encompassing acceleration, handling, comfort, cargo space, fuel efficiency, value, and how enjoyable they are to drive. We take rankings seriously because we want you to know everything about the vehicles that you're interested in.
Top Ranked Full-Size Luxury SUVs at a glance
1
2026 BMW X7
9.5
/10
C/D RATING
Starting at
$88,250
EPA MPG
17–23 combined
C/D SAYS: The 2026 BMW X7 SUV has superstar moves and abundant luxury but is short on third-row space and cargo room. Learn More
2
2026 Land Rover Range Rover
9
/10
C/D RATING
Starting at
$115,450
EPA Est. Range
53 miles
C/D SAYS: While it's best known as the SUV of choice for wealthy estate owners and British Royals, the 2026 Range Rover continues the brand's tradition of off-road capability. Learn More
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3
2026 Cadillac Escalade
9
/10
C/D RATING
Starting at
$93,995
EPA MPG
13–16 combined
C/D SAYS: The Cadillac Escalade is imposing, lavish, and tech-laden—the perfect full-size SUV for both executive transport and prestigious family shuttling. Learn More
4
2026 Mercedes-Benz GLS-Class
8.5
/10
C/D RATING
Starting at
$91,400
EPA MPG
16–21 combined
C/D SAYS: The 2026 Mercedes-Benz GLS-class three-row SUV makes family-hauling duty feel luxurious. Learn More
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5
2026 Mercedes-AMG GLS-Class
8.5
/10
C/D RATING
Starting at
$152,200
EPA MPG
17 combined
C/D SAYS: The 2026 Mercedes-AMG GLS-class high-performance SUV has the turbocharged V-8 punch to get your brood home from school or to the soccer game post haste. Learn More
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6
2026 BMW XM
8.5
/10
C/D RATING
Starting at
$161,150
EPA MPG
14 combined
C/D SAYS: The BMW XM is quick and ultra-indulgent, but conflicts between its sport and luxury sides lead to some discombobulation. Learn More
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7
2026 Infiniti QX80
8
/10
C/D RATING
Starting at
$85,940
EPA MPG
N/A
C/D SAYS: The Infiniti QX80 is a huge, heavy, and handsome full-size luxury SUV that has plenty of appeal both inside and out. Learn More
8
2026 Lincoln Navigator
8
/10
C/D RATING
Starting at
$94,890
EPA MPG
N/A
C/D SAYS: The Lincoln Navigator is large and in charge, with a luxe cabin and powerful engine, but is that enough to compete with newer full-size SUV competitors? Learn More
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9
2026 Lexus LX Hybrid
8
/10
C/D RATING
Starting at
$116,685
EPA MPG
N/A
C/D SAYS: The 2026 Lexus LX Hybrid SUV trades some cargo and people room for slight improvements to power and efficiency. Learn More
10
2026 Lexus LX
8
/10
C/D RATING
Starting at
$107,950
EPA MPG
N/A
C/D SAYS: The 2026 Lexus LX600 SUV will take seven people wherever they need to go in comfort, style, and luxury. Learn More
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