7 Of The Fastest SUVs 2024

2024 Kia EV6.
Sales have slumped a bit since its 2022 introduction, though, thanks to changed federal tax credit rules and Kia’s unwillingness to adjust prices accordingly.
2024 Alfa Romeo Stelvio.
That said, the Stelvio provides strong performance and fun-to-drive characteristics. Even the base-level version gets a powerful 280-horsepower engine, and moving up to the top-level Quadrifoglio provides more than 500 hp and sports car-like handling.
2024 Maserati Grecale.
The Maserati Grecale offers exotic design and performance in a practical SUV. Its high starting price and costly extras make it one of the fancier choices in the segment, but Maserati's excellent materials and attention to detail make every drive feel special.
2025 BMW X6 M.
The 2025 BMW X6 M is an exhilarating ride, featuring an impressive 617 horsepower that gives this luxury midsize SUV the acceleration of a sports car.
2024 Maserati Levante.
The 2024 Maserati Levante is among the most dynamic and thrilling SUVs in the midsize luxury segment. Its captivating exterior reminds us of vintage Italian sports coupes, with big, Ferrari-tuned engines giving it unique spice. Premium German SUVs offer similar performance with more modern packaging, and the Levante is short on cargo space. But enthusiasts looking for the intangibles of an Italian sports car in a luxury SUV will be hard-pressed to find something better.
2025 BMW X5 M.
The X5 M comes standard with massive performance tires and all-wheel drive, in order to effectively wrangle 617 horsepower from its twin-turbocharged V8 engine. The combination makes the X5 M capable of accelerating from zero to 60 mph in just 3.7 seconds. Even more impressive for its size, it feels agile and responsive from behind the wheel. Even in the era of super SUVs, the 2025 BMW X5 M stands apart. Based on the BMW X5 models that were redesigned for the 2024 model year, the X5 M is a sharper, snorting performance model that packs a serious punch. Now available only as the X5 M Competition, there is no mistaking it for a run-of-the-mill family crossover.The X5 M comes standard with massive performance tires and all-wheel drive, in order to effectively wrangle 617 horsepower from its twin-turbocharged V8 engine. The combination makes the X5 M capable of accelerating from zero to 60 mph in just 3.7 seconds. Even more impressive for its size, it feels agile and responsive from behind the wheel.You can use the X5 M as a practical, everyday SUV, too. Its 33.9 cubic feet of space behind the second row of seats places it among the class leaders. You will suffer dearly when it comes to fuel economy, however, and the ride is far from supple compared to more common versions of the X5.Big horsepower in an SUV is not unique to BMW. You should also consider the Audi RS Q8, Mercedes-AMG GLE 63, Land Rover Range Rover Sport, and Porsche Cayenne Turbo. Each model offers bruising muscle and sharp reflexes. Still, the BMW X5 M has a personality all its own. Even in the era of super SUVs, the 2025 BMW X5 M stands apart.
2024 Mercedes Benz GLE.
These days, Mercedes-Benz offers a dozen different SUV models, ranging from the accessible GLA all the way up to the prestigious Maybach GLS. The Mercedes-Benz GLE sits right in the middle of that extensive lineup in size, price, and performance. It also hits the heart of the midsize luxury SUV segment with a roomy and ritzy cabin, ample passenger and cargo space, innovative tech, and a comfortable ride. The GLE’s power and performance are also impressive, although the BMW X5, Porsche Cayenne, and Audi Q8 offer more standard horsepower than the Mercedes. The GLE is available with several turbocharged engines, ranging from a 255-horsepower four-cylinder to a roaring 603-hp V8. The most powerful model, the Mercedes-AMG GLE 63 S, is a rocket ship that hits 60 mph in under 4 seconds. The GLE’s cabin is supremely comfortable and visually stimulating. The overall design packs a wow factor beyond the norm in this class, and the materials and build quality are top notch. The available third-row seat is tight for adults, but increases the GLE’s seating capacity to seven, matching the Volvo XC90 and [Land Rover Range Rover Sport] (/land-rover/range-rover-sport/). The 2024 Mercedes-Benz GLE lives up to its premium reputation and premium price with a spacious, swanky cabin, top-class tech, polished manners, and strong performance.