In the past, car enthusiasts could only choose between practical, rugged vehicles or something that's faster to use on the weekends. But lately, SUVs have been rising rapidly. From the most prestigious manufacturers, like Rolls-Royce and Bentley, to Lotus, a carmaker that's usually been focused on lightweight sports- and race cars, they have all entered the SUV market recently.
Along with automobile manufacturers, third-party tuners also help create speedy, high-quality vehicles. Some models are roomy enough for family and dog and include an air-conditioned backseat. Sleek and wedge-shaped, they are most definitely not, but there is something extraordinary about these 10 Best 2022 SUV Models.
10 Kia Sportage
Although Kia has taken its time to become a contender in the international car scene, the Sportage is one of their biggest sellers. In previous generations, it was always good, but it felt a little dated in the last few years.
To revamp and refresh the Sportage model, the company brought out an all-new version. The new Sportage debuted with a brand-new design and exciting technology, and, for the first time, an electrified powertrain.
9 Alfa Romeo Tonale
Alfa's Giulia and Stelvio have been struggling in the markets lately. The Stellantis merger gives these models one last chance to prove they're competitive. Now, there's a compact crossover to the rescue! Indeed, the Tonale tells you something about Alfa's future.
Don't worry, though. Alfa has shown that they can handle SUVs just as well as sedans, so the Tonale should be pretty amazing. The Tonale is FWD-based, and the first-ever electrified Alfa, with 270 horsepower. The Tonale also debuts several new technologies, with Alfa's hopes that the car will propel them into finally challenging the Germans.
8 Hyundai Ioniq 5
The Ioniq 5 is Hyundai's first-ever electric car built on a dedicated platform. And even though it was only recently launched, it's already won awards and received tons of positive praise from journalists and consumers alike. The reason for this is obviously because Hyundai did it right.
The Ioniq 5 is one of the few fully electric vehicles that can drive 300 miles on a charge. It also looks fantastic, has a longer wheelbase than the Palisade, and offers more room for passengers in the second row. And this EV is equipped with lots of remarkable technology, like vehicle-to-grid charging and level 2 semi-autonomous driving.
7 Mazda CX-60
For years, Mazda promised that they would release a longitudinal, RWD platform. North America will get two models that Mazda is unveiling built on this platform. That's some exciting news.
The new Mazda CX-60 is the company's first-ever plug-in hybrid and its most powerful production car. Mazda's latest showroom in Arizona also displays the latest evolution of their design language and provides the stepping stone for them to transition into a more luxury-oriented car manufacturer. And rival the likes of BMW and Mercedes-Benz.
6 Audi Q4 E-tron
Compared to the all-out extravagance of the e-tron and e-tron GT, the Q4 e-tron is Audi's less extravagant offering. It is one of the most approachable models to drivers switching from traditional, gasoline-powered cars. As it's based on VW's scalable MEB platform, it offers a lot of similar specs to the VW ID.4 or the Skoda Enyaq.
On the one hand, this is an EV, but it forgets that it's an EV in other ways. The experience is unexpectedly normal. The Q4 e-tron's styling doesn't stray too far from the design of other Audi models; the interior is nothing special and includes only the standard amenities and a conventional charge door. More importantly, it has an estimated 241 miles of range and a whopping 300 hp.
5 Maserati Grecale
As for Italian SUVs, Maserati has promised for years that they will introduce a compact crossover to compete with the likes of the Porsche Macan. The SUV in question is the Grecale, and it's looking very cool.
It's offered in three different forms; a 300 hp four-cylinder, mild hybrid setup, a 523 hp twin-turbo V6, or the all-electric Folgore (Italian for lightning). The Giulia comes with all sorts of modern technology and good looks. And because it is based on the Alfa Stelvio, it should be a fantastic car to drive.
4 Cadillac Lyriq
We hope you enjoyed the Cadillac CT4-V and CT5-V Blackwing and the upcoming Cadillac Escalade V because it's all electric from here on out. Cadillac's first-ever electric SUV, the Lyriq, is hitting the dealership floors soon.
It's built on GM's next-generation platform and uses the same battery technology as the Chevrolet Corvette and Cadillac ATS-V, promising over 300 miles of range on a single charge. Standard versions of the crossover will come with either rear-wheel or all-wheel drive, along with many high-tech amenities, including around 300 inches of touch-screen space and Super Cruise.
3 Rivian R1S
Even though Rivian is only a startup in the automotive world, its heart is certainly in the right place. Their pickup truck, the R1T, is making huge waves for how competent it is at everything and got many awards.
As the styling reveals, the R1S is an SUV version of the R1T. It uses the same batteries and motors as the R1T, and it promises the same range as the R1T. The R1S shares the same platform as the R1T, and can transport seven passengers.
2 Subaru Solterra
Subaru's first electric car ever is, in a big surprise, a joint venture with Toyota. Indeed, the Solterra is based on the Toyota BZ4X, but it has slightly altered styling. Toyota and Subaru collaborating has proven to work well in the past, the only problem is deciding which version to go for.
With a total range of up to 228 miles, the Solterra is an electric SUV. It differs from the BZ4X by its standard symmetrical AWD and better ground clearance. It's uncommon for an electric SUV to be so safe that you can override its stability control entirely. Still, the Solterra lets you act out like that favorite Subaru model when you're on rough terrain.
1 Jeep Grand Cherokee
Towards the end of its life, the previous generation Jeep Grand Cherokee felt outdated due to Chrysler's decision to maintain higher production levels than the average automobile maker. However, the Grand Cherokee is busy doing its best to shatter any preconceptions that people might have about Jeep models.
North America received the larger, three-row Grand Cherokee L first, but 2022 is the year of the regular, two-row Grand Cherokee. Greatly improved technology, a plug-in hybrid powertrain, AWD, and a lot more luxury are just some of the highlights that the new Grand Cherokee promises to bring.