Best Midsize SUVs of 2025 and 2026

The Edmunds experts test drive midsize SUV contenders on our test track and in the real world. Our ratings assess performance, comfort, technology, utility, value and more. How we rank midsize SUVs

Best Midsize SUVs

For growing families or frequent road trippers, midsize SUVs make a lot of sense. They have a larger back seat and more cargo room than their smaller siblings.

1st
Edmunds Rating
8.1/10
The top-ranked Honda Passport is one of the most versatile midsize SUVs in the market. It exudes athletic qualities but also delivers a comfortable ride, tons of passenger and cargo space, and a good list of standard features. Put this at the top of your list.
MSRP
$42,400 - $48,470
Combined MPG
21
2nd
Edmunds Rating
7.9/10
The Land Cruiser's new form, smaller and more affordable, has not dented its appeal. Its standard full-time four-wheel drive and many standard off-road features make it ready to tackle an overlanding adventure right off the lot. Its hybrid powertrain returns good mpg too. Drawbacks include a lack of cargo and rear passenger space. But as a heritage-themed and generally cool SUV, the latest Land Cruiser fully delivers.
MSRP
$56,700 - $61,470
Combined MPG
23
3rd
Edmunds Rating
7.9/10
The Jeep Grand Cherokee is comfortable and relatively spacious and has class-leading towing and genuine off-road capability. Where it comes up short is value. It doesn't offer as much standard equipment as rivals and is priced well into luxury territory when you check all the boxes.
MSRP
$36,495 - $63,040
Combined MPG
22
4th
Edmunds Rating
7.9/10
The Bronco is a highly-capable off-roader that makes minimal sacrifices to on-road drivability. From its character and design to its helpful drive modes and wide availability of its off-road package, the Bronco is a best-buy among its competition for most shoppers.
MSRP
$37,995 - $90,035
5th
Edmunds Rating
7.8/10
Toyota resurrects its Venza to once again compete in the midsize SUV segment. Offered solely as a hybrid, it's easily the most efficient choice in the segment, but it's also surprisingly quick. Toyota shot the moon with this one.
MSRP
$35,070 - $43,215
Combined MPG
39
6th
Edmunds Rating
7.8/10
The Wrangler is a tried-and-true Jeep, which means it prioritizes off-road performance and top-off fun above on-road comfort. If you are primarily focused on enjoying yourself when the pavement runs out, there simply isn't a better tool for the job.
MSRP
$32,095 - $99,995
Combined MPG
14 - 21
7th
Edmunds Rating
7.7/10
The Outback does all the work of an SUV better than most SUVs but without any pretense. It combines a station wagon's practicality, comfort, easy-driving character and fantastic outward visibility with the ground clearance, ride compliance and all-weather sure-footedness of an SUV. We have our complaints, ranging from the anemic engine to the frustrating infotainment screen, but there are more strengths than weaknesses.
MSRP
$29,010 - $42,910
Combined MPG
23 - 28
8th
Edmunds Rating
7.7/10
The Volkswagen Atlas Cross Sport is basically a regular Atlas with the third-row seat yanked out and a sloped roofline. If you can look past poorly executed tech and a finicky touch-sensitive steering wheel, take a closer look at the Cross Sport. If not, you might want to look elsewhere
MSRP
$36,985 - $51,880
Combined MPG
22 - 23
9th
Edmunds Rating
7.6/10
Those who loved the last 4Runner should find plenty to fawn over with the redesigned model. Toyota didn't fix all of the issues, but the 4Runner keeps true to its mission and has just enough newness in its powertrains and tech to make it a desirable, modern SUV.
MSRP
$40,770 - $66,900
10th
Edmunds Rating
7.3/10
The Blazer isn't the off-road scrambler you may remember from years ago. Today's Blazer is better suited to on-road performance thanks to its sharp handling and comfortable ride. Its small cargo capacity limits its utility, but advanced tech broadens its appeal.
MSRP
$35,400 - $45,700
Combined MPG
21 - 25
11th
Edmunds Rating
7.1/10
The Nissan Murano is a family-oriented SUV with excellent seats and nice materials, making it a comfortable people mover. Poor visibility, dated-feeling technology, and some quirks in the powertrain keep it from being a top pick.
MSRP
$38,190 - $47,900
Combined MPG
23

Best Midsize 3-row SUVs

Midsize three-row SUVs provide lots of utility at a reasonable price. Expect advanced safety features, too, along with capable acceleration when you need it.

1st
Edmunds Rating
8.4/10
The Kia Telluride is our top pick for a midsize three-row SUV. Its upscale cabin is quiet, comfortable and thoughtfully designed. It comes packed with standard features and tech, and it even has adult-friendly third-row seating. For the money, there are few more appealing ways to move seven or eight people.
MSRP
$36,390 - $53,685
Combined MPG
20 - 22
2nd
Edmunds Rating
8.3/10
The Hyundai Palisade is putting its competition on notice. Packed with value, comfort, and capability throughout its trim levels, the Palisade is a great pick for a three-row family SUV.
MSRP
$37,200 - $54,500
Combined MPG
21 - 22
3rd
Edmunds Rating
8.2/10
The Grand Highlander is larger than a regular Highlander but also gets a number of tweaks that help make it one of our top recommendations for a midsize three-row SUV. It has one of most adult-friendly third rows you'll find and still scores high for fuel efficiency, comfort and technology. The Grand Highlander is, indeed, pretty grand.
MSRP
$43,320 - $53,795
Combined MPG
22 - 24
4th
Edmunds Rating
8.1/10
The Mazda CX-90 is undeniably luxurious and outperforms just about everything else in its class with its sharp handling and quick acceleration. Though third-row space and cargo capacity are a bit lacking, the CX-90 is otherwise a highly recommended pick for a three-row SUV.
MSRP
$37,845 - $57,950
Combined MPG
25
5th
Edmunds Rating
8.0/10
The Ford Explorer has uncommonly good balance and poise. It's not the roomiest three-row SUV, but its standard infotainment and safety tech offerings are competitive, and the available engines are strong. The Explorer is mainly held back by subpar interior material quality and high pricing.
MSRP
$39,655 - $56,110
Combined MPG
20 - 24
5th
Edmunds Rating
8.0/10
The Volkswagen Atlas is an appealing pick thanks to a roomy cabin that provides comfortable, adult-size seating in all three rows. The cargo area is massive too.
MSRP
$38,200 - $53,205
Combined MPG
20 - 22
7th
Edmunds Rating
7.9/10
The latest Honda Pilot is comfortable and plenty spacious for its front and middle-row passengers. But it lags behind class leaders in third-row room and cargo space, and its tech is a half-step behind the curve. Some competitors deliver more bang for your buck.
MSRP
$40,200 - $54,580
Combined MPG
20 - 22
8th
Edmunds Rating
7.9/10
The Toyota Highlander gets high marks for its superb comfort, responsive acceleration, and above-average fuel economy. But if third-row-seat space is important to you, the Highlander's accommodations can't compete with the top SUVs in this segment.
MSRP
$39,820 - $52,225
Combined MPG
24 - 25
9th
Edmunds Rating
7.7/10
The Nissan Pathfinder is spacious and pleasant to drive and packed with in-car tech and driver aids, too. The Pathfinder may not be the most exciting choice, but it is great for hauling people and cargo in relative comfort.
MSRP
$36,400 - $50,640
Combined MPG
21 - 23
10th
Edmunds Rating
7.6/10
The Dodge Durango does things a little differently, carrying on with an aging but proven formula. Excellent towing capacity, available V8 power and a roomy interior are bundled up with healthy helping of attitude.
MSRP
$38,495 - $113,325
Combined MPG
13 - 21
11th
Edmunds Rating
7.4/10
The Jeep Grand Cherokee L supplies generous room for passengers and outmatches competitors with its off-road and towing capabilities. But it's also less comfortable than some of its rivals.
MSRP
$39,035 - $65,040
Combined MPG
21

Best Midsize luxury SUVs

Midsize luxury SUVs generally provide stout performance, the latest in luxury options and lots of space. Also included here is a new sub-class of SUV "coupes," which sacrifice practicality for style.

1st
Edmunds Rating
8.3/10
The Mercedes GLE is one of the best luxury SUVs on sale today. It brings the heat with a top-notch interior, exceptional build quality, helpful technology features and a diverse lineup of engines.
MSRP
$61,850 - $130,800
Combined MPG
16 - 23
2nd
Edmunds Rating
8.0/10
The Porsche Cayenne is a practical midsize sport SUV that brings unparalleled levels of driver engagement. You'll pay the Porsche premium and need to accept a few compromises, but overall the Cayenne's practicality, luxury and performance make it a highly recommended choice.
MSRP
$84,700 - $157,000
Combined MPG
18 - 19
3rd
Edmunds Rating
8.0/10
The Genesis GV80 Coupe has all the advantages of the standard GV80 with few of the sacrifices that typically come with lowering the roof to create an SUV "coupe." It's not the most athletic or engaging luxury SUV to drive, but its comfort and quality are unquestionable.
MSRP
$79,950 - $85,750
4th
Edmunds Rating
7.9/10
The GV80 offers bucket loads of amenities, enviable ride comfort, and striking design at a price that undercuts the stalwarts from Germany.
MSRP
$58,200 - $79,800
Combined MPG
19 - 21
5th
Edmunds Rating
7.9/10
If you find the current crop of luxury crossovers overly subdued, the Mercedes-Benz GLE Coupe might be the cure. Its fastback profile stands out on the road, and its rapid acceleration will knock your lederhosen off. However, its sleek bodywork reduces passenger and cargo space.
MSRP
$76,400 - $132,150
Combined MPG
16 - 21
5th
Edmunds Rating
7.9/10
The Cayenne Coupe has a lot going for it. It's sporty and fun to drive. It also has a premium interior, a comfortable ride, and loads of color and wheel options to customize your Cayenne to your heart's content. But that customization comes at a cost, especially when the Cayenne Coupe's already high base price quickly inflates with added options.
MSRP
$89,800 - $203,800
Combined MPG
17 - 19
7th
Edmunds Rating
7.8/10
The Audi Q8 features muscular styling, solid interior build quality and pleasing handling and performance. Only a few compromises in terms of practicality and ease-of-use keep it from being the overall favorite in the class.
MSRP
$74,400 - $82,500
Combined MPG
19
8th
Edmunds Rating
7.8/10
The Lexus RX continues the brand's tradition of expertly built, quiet and comfortable luxury vehicles. With a relatively low starting price and a long list of standard features, the RX represents solid value in the segment but lacks the performance and cargo capacity of some rivals.
MSRP
$49,125 - $71,260
Combined MPG
24 - 36
9th
Edmunds Rating
7.8/10
The Land Rover Defender packs legitimate off-road capability, provided you pick the right options, and makes no sacrifice in on-road comfort. It's an admirable accomplishment. Overall, we're impressed with this modern interpretation of a classic nameplate.
MSRP
$56,900 - $118,900
Combined MPG
16 - 19
10th
Edmunds Rating
7.6/10
The Lincoln Nautilus is roomy and luxurious and the available hybrid powertrain gets high fuel economy. But the Nautilus flubs the fundamentals. A confounding control layout, odd driving position, and a potentially high price tag keep the Nautilus from being a top luxury SUV.
MSRP
$51,790 - $74,950
Combined MPG
24
11th
Edmunds Rating
7.6/10
The Range Rover Sport drives a lot like the larger Range Rover. It's available with lots of in-car tech and has more off-road capability than most other SUVs on the road. Unfortunately, the Sport suffers from a lackluster driving experience and a high price tag.
MSRP
$83,700 - $180,700
Combined MPG
18 - 19
12th
Edmunds Rating
7.4/10
The XT5 is a comfortable, smooth-driving SUV with accessible technology features and a sizable cargo area. However, some odd design choices impinge on usability, cabin space and outward visibility.
MSRP
$44,295 - $57,195
Combined MPG
21 - 24
13th
Edmunds Rating
7.3/10
The Maserati Levante boasts pedigree, exclusivity and vibrant engine offerings. A spacious passenger area and modern technology help make it a viable class competitor. Limited cargo space and some subpar materials hold it back.
MSRP
$102,000 - $114,500
Combined MPG
18
14th
Edmunds Rating
7.1/10
The Ineos Grenadier is, for better and for worse, a blast from the past. It lacks composure on the road, and its limited technology and comfort offerings mean you will be missing a lot of the amenities that you would expect for the price. But the Grenadier's honesty makes it charming. If what you're looking for is a portal to an old-school way of off-roading, you've finally got it.
MSRP
$71,500 - $79,190
Combined MPG
14 - 15

Best Midsize 3-row luxury SUVs

Midsize luxury three-row SUVs typically offer seating for seven, or six if you spring for second-row captain's chairs.

1st
Edmunds Rating
8.1/10
The Lexus GX is an appealing pick for a luxury SUV. It's comfortable to drive and its boxy styling definitely stands out. The Overtrail version is impressively capable off-road too. Where the GX falls short is space. The small third-row seating area and limited cargo room mean you'll have to choose between carrying passengers or their things.
MSRP
$63,935 - $80,400
Combined MPG
17
2nd
Edmunds Rating
8.1/10
The Audi Q7's combination of performance, comfort, high technology and value is hard to beat. With an impeccably built interior and sharp reflexes on the road, the Q7 is rewarding to both drivers and passengers. It could stand a bit more cargo and third-row passenger space, though.
MSRP
$60,500 - $77,900
Combined MPG
20 - 22
3rd
Edmunds Rating
8.1/10
The Acura MDX is a pragmatic choice, with a standard third-row seat and generous feature content at an attractive price. There are more luxurious and sportier options, but the MDX does just about everything well.
MSRP
$51,200 - $75,250
Combined MPG
19 - 22
4th
Edmunds Rating
8.0/10
The Type S treatment doesn't turn the MDX into a superstar athlete, but it does make for an all-around nicer three-row Acura. A comfortable and spacious cabin and a generous list of standard equipment are highlights. But we think the regular MDX is a better value.
MSRP
$75,250
Combined MPG
19
5th
Edmunds Rating
7.7/10
The new Aviator could be a prime pick for a three-row luxury SUV. Its distinctive styling, upscale interior and available hybrid model are big improvements compared to Lincoln SUVs of the recent past.
MSRP
$58,930 - $87,245
6th
Edmunds Rating
7.6/10
The Land Rover Discovery stands out with its luxurious interior and above-average off-road performance. A difficult-to-access third-row seat and bus-like driving position are the Disco's main drawbacks.
MSRP
$60,200 - $79,800
7th
Edmunds Rating
7.3/10
The Cadillac XT6 is a sharp-looking midsize three-row SUV. Appealing tech features and a comfortable cabin impart good initial impressions, but its drivability is underwhelming, and it's a bit overpriced.
MSRP
$49,195 - $60,695
Combined MPG
20 - 23
7th
Edmunds Rating
7.3/10
The Infiniti QX60 looks sharp and has a nice-looking interior. It's also priced lower than many three-row rivals. However, a lackluster driving experience and disappointing comfort keep the QX60 from being a fully competitive three-row luxury SUV.
MSRP
$50,200 - $66,150
Combined MPG
24

Best Midsize performance SUVs

These steroidal SUVs boast incredible power and athleticism, yet they also deliver wagon-like practicality.

1st
Edmunds Rating
8.4/10
The Porsche Cayenne Turbo GT is one of the best SUVs we've ever driven. Acceleration, braking and handling are all world-class, and the sport-tuned suspension doesn't punish you on the street. The interior is comfortable and reasonably spacious, and the Cayenne's tech and storage have been improved thanks to a mild interior refresh.
MSRP
$203,800
Combined MPG
17
2nd
Edmunds Rating
8.4/10
The Urus backs up its flamboyance with stunning performance and luxury. It merges an unabashedly Lamborghini driving experience with advanced, problem-free technology. Brash and fast, or quiet and refined, at the driver's whim, the Urus is the ultimate SUV.
3rd
Edmunds Rating
8.2/10
If you take Audi's already excellent midsize three-row SUV, the Q7, and inject it with a big dose of turbo V8, you'd end up with the Audi SQ7. It has sports car-beating acceleration with little compromise on comfort. It's almost too good to be real.
MSRP
$90,800 - $96,900
Combined MPG
17
4th
Edmunds Rating
8.1/10
The SQ8 is a sporty spin on Audi's Q8 midsize SUV that packs a 500-horsepower V8 and too many performance upgrades to count. It's considerably more dynamic than the standard Q8 and nearly as comfortable.
MSRP
$97,600 - $104,900
Combined MPG
17
5th
Edmunds Rating
8.0/10
The Porsche Cayenne is a practical midsize sport SUV that brings unparalleled levels of driver engagement. You'll pay the Porsche premium and need to accept a few compromises, but overall the Cayenne's practicality, luxury and performance make it a highly recommended choice.
MSRP
$84,700 - $157,000
Combined MPG
18 - 19
6th
Edmunds Rating
7.9/10
The X5 M is a fast, capable and well-appointed performance SUV that might be a little too high-strung for its own good. It's not as smooth or comfortable as the standard X5, so this M model is best suited for those willing to compromise comfort for performance.
MSRP
$127,200
Combined MPG
15
7th
Edmunds Rating
7.9/10
The GLE 63 S AMG Coupe is for the buyer who wants more of everything from their everyday drive. It's lush with power, looks like it wants to steal your lunch money, and has a wonderfully luxurious interior. That said, despite being both fast and technically capable, the GLE experience doesn't quite come together as cohesively as we'd expect for such a lofty as-tested price.
MSRP
$76,400 - $132,150
Combined MPG
16 - 21

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    Best Midsize SUVs

    Not too long ago, SUVs came in one size: large. But skyrocketing demand has ushered in a new era with seemingly endless variations on the SUV theme. Today, midsize SUVs, as the name suggests, slot neatly between compact and full-size SUVs, providing what many would call the best of both worlds.

    Midsize SUVs typically offer more passenger and cargo space than compacts, without the land-yacht footprint of full-size vehicles. Many midsizers employ a V6 engine to provide extra power and torque, although turbocharged four-cylinder engines are increasingly common. Depending on the model and specification, midsize SUVs can serve multiple purposes, from off-road adventuring to high-style boulevard cruising.

    Whether you're inclined to the tree line or the valet line, we've rated the top midsize SUVs to match your lifestyle. Let our expert vehicle ratings and evaluations help you find the right fit.

    Choosing the Best Midsize SUV for you

    Midsize SUVs cover a broad spectrum of today's most popular vehicles. Some aren't much larger than what we'd call compact SUVs, while others hang around the fringes of the full-size SUV class. Furthermore, there's a midsize SUV for practically any budget, with prices ranging from the high $20,000s to $100,000 and beyond.

    Pricing is perhaps the most important consideration when buying a midsize SUV. From there, you can narrow your choices based on fuel economy, available seating rows, maximum cargo space and, if it matters to you, towing capacity. Maneuverability is another concern since some SUVs move like smaller cars while others feel like boats. Visibility is something to be mindful of when you're test-driving the vehicle, although backup cameras and parking sensors help mitigate low-speed anxiety in driveways and parking lots.

    Next steps for buying a Midsize SUV

    Midsize SUVs are among today's most popular cars for good reason. With seating for five to eight passengers, power liftgates and large cargo spaces, plus essential tech offerings (Bluetooth, USB connectivity, even Wi-Fi hotspots), midsize SUVs often strike the best balance for growing families on the go. By blending sedan comfort with the utility of a covered truck, midsize SUVs offer multidimensional benefits. When it's time to find your midsize SUV, let Edmunds guide you with detailed expert insights and easy one-stop pricing.