The Luxury SUV segment is one of the best. The size of an SUV allows you to fit in every conceivable convenience without potentially taking up extra room from the passengers. In fact many luxury SUVs offer an extra row of seating due to the extra space. That being said, which luxury SUVs are actually ranked the very best in 2021?
This answer can be somewhat tricky. There’s several different segments of the luxury SUV market to consider. Luxury subcompacts, companies, midsize and full size SUVs mean that there are a huge number of options to consider. This article will focus on several of the very best ranked luxury SUVs, spanning some of these segments.
1 - Mercedes-Benz GLE
The new GLE has been redesigned and is brilliant from the outside. It may seem like this is one of its best features until you open the door and enter the cabin. The seats are comfortable, and even rear seats can be power-adjusting. The cabin materials are all top notch and will remind you of a luxury vehicle twice the price. While the GLE 350 has a turbo 4cylinder, the inline 6 turbo on the GLE 450 is absolutely phenomenal and worth the bump in trim levels. That being said, essentially any GLE in any trim is a great vehicle, thus why it tops this list.
2 - Acura RDX
The Acura RDX intrudes upon the incredibly impressive SUV collection by German luxury manufacturers. This smaller SUV might not have quite as impressive an interior as those of BMW and Mercedes, but it’s certainly no slouch and very competitive. In turn, the exterior is gorgeous. Excellent handling is paired with a beautiful turbocharged engine to allow for driving excitement in a smaller SUV package. The RDX is often priced just a little bit under the competition, giving it another advantage as well.
3 - Lincoln Navigator
When it comes to full size SUVs, many are surprised by how good the Lincoln Navigator has become. It used to just be a badge upgrade on the ol’ Ford Expedition. However, now, it’s truly a luxury option and premium vehicle. The cabin is of course immense and roomy. The seating is pure opulence, with the front seats especially impressive and featuring massage as well. Fuel economy isn’t fantastic, but if you’re paying over $70,000 for an SUV, that’s probably not going to be a huge issue. The tech interface is incredibly easy to learn to use, so credit to Lincoln there! While not every single safety feature is standard, everything seemingly available to cars so far is available.
4 - Porsche Cayenne
The Cayenne needed some time to truly come into its own over the years. It wouldn’t be a Porsche if it wasn’t powerful. The Cayenne starts at 335 horsepower, but the 434 horsepower in the Cayenne S is a nice boost to be sure. If you’re really feeling the need, you can also get a 541 horsepower Turbo V8. One advantage to the Cayenne is it also offers two plug in Hybrid options as well. Naturally, the handling is wonderful as well, making this arguably the sportiest luxury SUV commonly on the market. Unlike the first generation, the interior now feels refined and well crafted. It’s also very customizable. It’s easy to edit your Cayenne to fit your exact needs with the interior.
