The results are in! If you're in the market for a luxury SUV, now is your chance to jump in on the best of the best. From ultra-luxury interiors to sleek, stylish looks, the best luxury SUVs of 2018 have it all. We've gone through everything, including safety features, ride quality, performance and comfort and found the top luxury SUVs for just about anyone in the market for a top-rated luxury SUV. Check out the questions and answers below to see the winners in each category, from compact to midsize and even off-road capabilities - we've ranked them all, so you can pick the best one for your needs.
For a luxurious new midsize SUV with updated styling, check out the boldly regal 2018 Infiniti QX80. With new front-end styling, a 5.6-liter 8-cylinder 400-horsepower engine, multiple 4WD modes, optional quilted-leather upholstery, and tons of features, this is a luxury midsize SUV worthy of anyone's short list.
The top spot for full-size luxury SUV goes to the 2018 Lincoln Navigator. With a complete redesign for the new model year, the Navigator offers superior comfort and performance all in one incredible machine. Not only does the Navigator get impressive fuel economy for a large luxury SUV, but also offers tons of cargo space, three rows of comfortable seating and an incredibly comfortable ride. Whether you care more about performance or comfort, the Navigator is sure to impress.
The top luxury SUV with off-road capabilities is the 2018 Lexus GX460. The GX460 is closely related to the Toyota 4Runner in that it's tough and reliable, even in the harshest conditions. Soft suspension gives a comfortable ride and maximizes off-road traction and performance.
Want a luxury SUV that's stylish, comfortable, loaded with features, and affordable? Then you will love the 2018 Toyota Highlander Hybrid. This incredible hybrid SUV is an absolute steal, boasting a well-built interior, outstanding performance, and a smooth, quiet ride. Acceleration is above-average, and the Highlander Hybrid also gets great fuel economy. It's also significantly less expensive than other hybrid luxury SUVs.
Concept SUVs do more than just delight crowds at auto shows -- they also reflect automotive trends while setting bold new directions for the world's top automakers. Of all the concept SUVs unveiled so far in 2018, our favorite is the Nissan Xmotion SUV. This SUV's ruggedly modern design made it an instant crowd favorite. In addition to single-construction off-road tires and lighting inspired by Japanese art, this jaw-dropping concept SUV is also built with a degree of practicality in mind -- inside, you'll find three rows of side-by-side individual seats capable of seating two adult couples and two children. The Xmotion is also a technological marvel, leaning on autonomous driving systems with advanced graphic user interfaces.
The best luxury SUV overall goes to the 2018 Range Rover Sport, which is arguably one of the best luxury SUVs on the road. With versatility and impeccable performance and handling, the 2018 Range Rover Sport takes top spot as the best all-around SUV for 2018.
We will release an updated version of these rankings later in 2018, allowing us to account for mid-year refreshes and the release of 2019 model-year vehicles.
The best luxury compact SUV is the fully-redesigned 2018 Audi Q5, which offers an amazing array of driver assistance features, improved engine and performance, enhanced infotainment system and updated styling, for a sleek, sexy look that just about anyone would fall in love with.
The 2018 Buick Enclave is our favorite three-row luxury SUV on the market for 2018. With three ultra-comfortable rows of seating, tons of cargo space, a quiet ride and top-notch performance, you can't go wrong with the new Enclave.