SUV Rankings: Luxury Midsize SUVs
Ranking of premium midsize SUVs and crossovers, generally priced over $35,000. BMW X5, Acura MDX, Volvo XC90 and more. Rankings based on an in-depth analysis by U.S. News editors of all published auto ratings, reviews and test drives.
- MSRP: $40,990 - $48,890
- Invoice: $37,252 - $44,415
- MPG: 15 City / 20 Hwy
#1
2009 Acura MDX
The MDX offers one of the best combinations of a high-tech interior, excellent safety and smooth handling in its class. It excels as a performance-minded family vehicle. ...
| U.S.News Scores | |
|---|---|
| Overall: | 9.0 |
| Performance: | 8.9 |
| Exterior: | 7.4 |
| Interior: | 8.3 |
| Safety: | 9.9 |
| Reliability: | 9.0 |
- MSRP: $42,150 - $58,400
- Invoice: $38,924 - $53,893
- MPG: 16 City / 23 Hwy
#2
2009 Infiniti FX
The FX is redesigned for 2009 with two powerful new engines, a stylish exterior and lots of hi-tech features. Its sporty handling and innovative safety features shine ...
| U.S.News Scores | |
|---|---|
| Overall: | 8.7 |
| Performance: | 8.6 |
| Exterior: | 7.8 |
| Interior: | 8.5 |
| Safety: | NA |
| Reliability: | 10.0 |
- MSRP: $47,100 - $90,100
- Invoice: $43,803 - $83,793
- MPG: 15 City / 20 Hwy
#3
2009 Mercedes-Benz M-Class
Though it comes with a high sticker price, buyers looking for a spacious interior, reasonable off-road performance, and plenty of modern, high-tech amenities will find the M-Class ...
| U.S.News Scores | |
|---|---|
| Overall: | 8.6 |
| Performance: | 7.8 |
| Exterior: | 8.2 |
| Interior: | 8.0 |
| Safety: | 9.9 |
| Reliability: | 8.0 |
- MSRP: $47,615 - $47,615
- Invoice: $42,376 - $42,376
- MPG: 14 City / 18 Hwy
#4
2009 Lexus GX
Despite its aging design, the GX continues to boast elegant styling and luxury in a unique off-road-ready package. For better fuel economy, consider the Acura MDX or ...
| U.S.News Scores | |
|---|---|
| Overall: | 8.5 |
| Performance: | 8.0 |
| Exterior: | 7.1 |
| Interior: | 7.9 |
| Safety: | NA |
| Reliability: | 10.0 |
- MSRP: $36,800 - $38,200
- Invoice: $32,752 - $33,998
- MPG: 18 (Est) City / 25 (Est) Hwy
#4
2010 Lexus RX 350
For 2010, Lexus has redesigned its RX 350 crossover, making this the SUV's third generation. The new model doesn't represent a radical change -- instead, Lexus has ...
| U.S.News Scores | |
|---|---|
| Overall: | 8.5 |
| Performance: | 8.3 |
| Exterior: | 8.0 |
| Interior: | 8.7 |
| Safety: | NA |
| Reliability: | NA |
- MSRP: $41,660 - $43,250
- Invoice: $37,909 - $39,357
- MPG: 32 (Est) City / 28 (Est) Hwy
#6
2010 Lexus RX 450h
For 2010, Lexus has redesigned its RX Hybrid crossover and changed its moniker from 400h to 450h, marking the SUV's second generation. The new model doesn't represent ...
| U.S.News Scores | |
|---|---|
| Overall: | 8.4 |
| Performance: | 8.3 |
| Exterior: | 8.0 |
| Interior: | 8.8 |
| Safety: | NA |
| Reliability: | NA |
- MSRP: $44,600 - $123,600
- Invoice: $37,910 - $105,060
- MPG: 14 City / 20 Hwy
#6
2009 Porsche Cayenne
The Cayenne has one of the most luxurious interiors of the class, great performance capabilities and good off-roading skills, but its steep sticker price might give some ...
| U.S.News Scores | |
|---|---|
| Overall: | 8.4 |
| Performance: | 8.2 |
| Exterior: | 7.8 |
| Interior: | 8.2 |
| Safety: | NA |
| Reliability: | 9.0 |
- MSRP: $47,650 - $49,150
- Invoice: $44,314 - $45,710
- MPG: 15 City / 19 Hwy
#8
2009 Mercedes-Benz R-Class
The R-Class shines for its spacious and luxurious interior, innovative styling, and exceptional performance. Still, it's up against stiff competition in the luxury crossover class and holds ...
| U.S.News Scores | |
|---|---|
| Overall: | 8.3 |
| Performance: | 8.4 |
| Exterior: | 7.4 |
| Interior: | 8.5 |
| Safety: | 9.4 |
| Reliability: | 7.0 |
- MSRP: $45,975 - $45,975
- Invoice: $41,837 - $41,837
- MPG: 12 City / 17 Hwy
#9
2009 Land Rover LR3
The LR3 is a luxury SUV with acceptable on-road handing and exceptional off-road capabilities. However, its fuel economy is quite low. For a more efficient vehicle, consider ...
| U.S.News Scores | |
|---|---|
| Overall: | 8.2 |
| Performance: | 8.8 |
| Exterior: | 8.4 |
| Interior: | 8.4 |
| Safety: | NA |
| Reliability: | 4.0 |
- MSRP: $43,500 - $59,220
- Invoice: $40,456 - $55,075
- MPG: 14 City / 20 Hwy
#10
2009 Audi Q7
The 2009 Audi Q7 delivers distinctive elegance, spacious cargo room, and lots of safety features. However, prices can climb to $60,000 and the SUV's performance can't quite ...
| U.S.News Scores | |
|---|---|
| Overall: | 8.1 |
| Performance: | 7.9 |
| Exterior: | 9.0 |
| Interior: | 8.2 |
| Safety: | 9.9 |
| Reliability: | 4.0 |
- MSRP: $37,000 - $47,550
- Invoice: $34,780 - $44,222
- MPG: 14 City / 20 Hwy
#10
2009 Volvo XC90
The XC90 is a family-friendly SUV with a comfortable interior, adequate performance and an excellent safety record.
| U.S.News Scores | |
|---|---|
| Overall: | 8.1 |
| Performance: | 7.4 |
| Exterior: | 7.7 |
| Interior: | 7.5 |
| Safety: | 9.9 |
| Reliability: | 6.0 |
- MSRP: $47,500 - $56,200
- Invoice: $43,700 - $51,705
- MPG: 17 City / 23 Hwy
#12
2009 BMW X5
The BMW X5 offers superior on-road performance and a plush interior, but can't do much in the way of off-roading. Another low point is its iDrive control ...
| U.S.News Scores | |
|---|---|
| Overall: | 7.9 |
| Performance: | 8.3 |
| Exterior: | 8.0 |
| Interior: | 8.1 |
| Safety: | 9.7 |
| Reliability: | 6.0 |
- MSRP: $55,900 - $66,650
- Invoice: $51,430 - $61,320
- MPG: - TBD - City / - TBD - Hwy
#12
2009 BMW X6
Dubbed by BMW as a "Sports Activity Coupe," the X6 is the German automaker's newest entry in the SUV segment. BMW already produces the X3 and X5 ...
| U.S.News Scores | |
|---|---|
| Overall: | 7.9 |
| Performance: | 8.9 |
| Exterior: | 7.7 |
| Interior: | 7.7 |
| Safety: | NA |
| Reliability: | 8.0 |
- MSRP: $39,300 - $48,900
- Invoice: $36,203 - $44,997
- MPG: 14 City / 20 Hwy
#14
2009 Volkswagen Touareg
The Touareg2 comes with high style, a luxurious and comfortable cabin, and some of the strongest off-roading capabilities of the class. But it's one of the pricier ...
| U.S.News Scores | |
|---|---|
| Overall: | 7.8 |
| Performance: | 8.4 |
| Exterior: | NA |
| Interior: | 7.8 |
| Safety: | 9.9 |
| Reliability: | 4.0 |
- MSRP: $42,615 - $49,105
- Invoice: $39,632 - $45,668
- MPG: 14 City / 20 Hwy
#15
2009 Saab 9-7X
The Saab 9-7X is a handsome SUV with European refinement, but it doesn't match the safety, performance or value of others in its class -- or of ...
| U.S.News Scores | |
|---|---|
| Overall: | 5.7 |
| Performance: | 6.7 |
| Exterior: | 6.9 |
| Interior: | 7.2 |
| Safety: | 6.2 |
| Reliability: | 4.0 |
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