Top 5 Luxury SUVs

by Michael Satterfield

It used to be if you wanted a luxury SUV you had a choice between an old Mercedes G-Wagon or a Land Rover, But, with today’s car buyers shifting away from cars and over to CUV and SUV their are more choices than ever before. Brands like premium brands like Lamborghini, Bentley, Rolls-Royce, all have added SUVs to their lineups recently and even budget-friendly brands like Kia, Volkswagen, and Hyundai have all added higher trim levels and options to their new SUVs. After driving (most) of these SUVs here are my top five luxury SUVs on the market today.

2019 Bentley Bentayga V8

The Bentley Bentayga, the historic luxury brand’s first foray into the SUV category, has set a new standard of luxury in the SUV space. The Bentayga has won awards from Robb Report, Esquire, Car and Driver, Auto Car and many more for it best luxury SUV. The 542hp 4.0-liter twin turbo V8, is less expensive than the original W12 model that launched in 2016 without sacrificing any of the presence or thrills. It also brings the Bentayga’s starting price to the sub $200K range for the first time since it’s launch.

Max Power: 542 bhp
Max Torque: 568 lb-ft
0-60 Time: 4.4 Seconds
Top Speed: 180 MPH
Starting Price: $197,725

Range Rover SVAutobiography LWB

Land Rover’s Range Rover SVAutobiography delivers a combination of craftsmanship and technology, epitomizing the pinnacle of luxury travel. Available exclusively in long wheelbase, the luxury SUV combines advanced convenience features, including rear doors that close at the touch of a button, to create a sanctuary for relaxation that doubles as a mobile technology hub.

Max Power: 557 bhp
Max Torque: 516 lb-ft
0-60 Time: 5.2 Seconds
Top Speed: 140 MPH
Starting Price: $177,200

Maserati Levante Trofeo

The Levante Trofeo offers one of the most powerful engines ever fitted in a Maserati. A 3.8-litre Twin Turbo V8 engine paired with Intelligent All-Wheel Drive System and delivers an astounding 590 hp assembled by Ferrari in Maranello, Italy. Built for luxury and performance the Maserati Levante is a performance-focused SUV.

Max Power: 590 bhp
Max Torque: 538 lb-ft
0-60 Time: 3.9 Seconds
Top Speed: 187 MPH
Starting Price: $169,980

Lincoln Navigator L Blacklable

With a Twin-Turbocharged 3.5L V6 Engine, world-class interior, and high-end good looks the new Navigator L Blacklable offers the same level of luxury and performance of more expensive brands for around $50,000-$100,000 less. With base models starting at $73,200 the Navigator offers buyers a lot for their dollar and it will still tow up to 8,900lbs.

Max Power: 450 bhp
Max Torque: 510 lb-ft
0-60 Time: 5.5 Seconds
Top Speed: 115 MPH
Starting Price: $100,890

Rolls-Royce Cullinan

Arguably the King of Luxury, the 6.75 litre twin-turbo V12, Rolls-Royce Cullinan makes a statement. When Sir Henry Royce said, “Strive for perfection in everything you do. Take the best that exists and make it better. When it does not exist, design it,” he could have had Cullinan in mind. Offering unrivaled exclusivity and luxury and Rolls-Royce’s first SUV is as striking as it is ostentatious.