The 15 Quickest SUVs We’ve Ever Tested

SUVs are built for practicality, but why can't they also be quick? You might not think it, but plenty of utility vehicles can hold their own in a drag race against a low-slung sports car. Read on to find out the 15 quickest SUVs we've ever tested here atMotorTrend.

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0-60 mph:4.1 seconds

¼ mile:12.7 seconds at 110.1 mph

We tested this vehicle quite a while ago, but it's still one of the quickest SUVs around. The 2011 version made a healthy 555 hp and 500 lb-ft of torque from its 4.4-liter twin-turbo V-8. You'll see an updated version of this vehicle further down this list.

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0-60 mph:4.0 seconds

¼ mile:12.5 seconds at 110.1 mph

Tesla isn't the only company making electric SUVs with exceptional performance. Jaguar made one stunning—and stunningly quick—EV in the form of the I-Pace, which delivers a total of 394 hp and 512 lb-ft of torque. This SUV benefits from excellent high-speed stability, superb handling, and instant power and torque delivery.

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0-60 mph:3.9 seconds

¼ mile:12.5 seconds at 110.5 mph

This is one of several coupe SUVs to make the list. Packing a 5.5-liter twin-turbo V-8, this vehicle produces a healthy 577 hp and 561 lb-ft of torque. Along with its quiet road manners, it is also highly capable off-road.

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0-60 mph:3.7 seconds

¼ mile:12.3 seconds at 109.5 mph

In our review, we noted this vehicle is equally at home on the track, on the highway, or even off the beaten path. With the optional Performance package, the Macan Turbo makes 440 hp and 442 lb-ft of torque from its 3.6-liter twin-turbo V-6 engine. Drivers will enjoy its direct steering, brake feel, and canyon carving agility.

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0-60 mph:3.7 seconds

¼ mile:12.2 seconds at 112.8 mph

The X5 M looks like a regular luxury crossover, but under the hood it packs quite a bit of power. The M variant delivers a whopping 567 hp and 553 lb-ft of torque from its 4.4-liter twin-turbo V-8 engine.

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0-60 mph:3.7 seconds

¼ mile:12.1 seconds at 114.3 mph

Say what you want about its looks, but the X6 can be quite impressive in M guise. Not only is it quick, but we also tested it braking from 60 to 0 mph in just 105 feet. We've praised this 567-hp coupe SUV for its quick-shifting eight-speed automatic and surprising cornering ability. The X6 M managed to pull 0.98 g on the skidpad, which is among the highest numbers we've recorded for an SUV.

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0-60 mph:3.7 seconds

¼ mile:12.0 seconds at 116.5 mph

The folks at Land Rover's Special Vehicle Operations estimated this SUV to hit 60 mph in 4.1 seconds, but we actually clocked it at 3.7. Its 5.0-liter supercharged V-8 engine delivers 550 hp and 502 lb-ft of torque. Subtle indications of its go-fast capabilities include its quad tailpipes, large air intakes, and vents in the hood and front fenders.

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0-60 mph:3.5 seconds

¼ mile:11.9 seconds at 117.1 mph

Bentley helped usher in a new era of ultra-luxury SUVs when it unveiled the Bentayga in 2015. Its sturdy 6.0-liter twin-turbo W-12 produces 600 hp and 664 lb-ft of torque. Our 5,653-pound tester managed to hit 60 mph in 3.5 seconds, making it quick enough to cream a Lamborghini Murcielago. The engine pairs to a silky-smooth eight-speed automatic.

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0-60 mph:3.3 seconds

¼ mile:11.8 seconds at 116.1 mph

We've had our qualms about its build quality, but the Stelvio remains one impressive SUV. In Quadrifoglio guise, the Stelvio makes 505 hp and 443 lb-ft of torque from a 2.9 liter V-6 engine, enough to hit 60 mph in 3.3 seconds. That straight-line performance combined with razor-sharp handling helped the Stelvio Quadrifoglio place eighth in our 2018 Best Driver's Car competition—ahead of heavyweights like the Corvette ZR1 and Mustang GT Performance Pack 2.

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0-60 mph:3.3 seconds

¼ mile:11.7 seconds at 116.2 mph

Want a Dodge Challenger Hellcat in SUV form? Look no further than the Jeep Grand Cherokee Trackhawk. With 707 hp and 645 lb-ft of torque under the hood, this is no average Grand Cherokee. We clocked this 5,448-pound SUV hitting 60 mph in 3.3 seconds, shaving 0.2 second off of Jeep's claimed time.

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0-60 mph:3.2 seconds

¼ mile:11.8 seconds at 115.8 mph

The Cayenne Turbo shares its impressive powertrain with the new Panamera Turbo. Packing a 4.0-liter twin-turbo V-8, it makes 541 hp and 567 lb-ft of torque. That's quite an upgrade from the standard Cayenne's 335 hp and 332 lb-ft of torque.

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0-60 mph:3.2 seconds

¼ mile:11.7 seconds at 116.0 mph

The Model X felt like a spaceship from the future when we tested it in 2016, and it pretty much still feels that way today. Our 5,516-pound tester scooted to 60 mph in 3.2 seconds, making it quicker than a Ferrari Enzo. Who would expect this kind of performance from a large SUV that seats up to seven passengers? We can't wait to see what the updated Model X Performance with Ludicrous mode will do.

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0-60 mph:3.2 seconds

¼ mile:11.7 seconds at 116.5 mph

The GLC 63 S reigns supreme among coupe SUVs. We tested it hitting 60 mph in 3.2 seconds using a powerful 4.0-liter twin-turbo V-8 engine making 503 hp and 516 lb-ft of torque.

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0-60 mph:3.1 seconds

¼ mile:11.5 seconds at 120.7 mph

This year, Bentley is rolling out an even hotter Bentayga. The new Speed version makes 626 hp and 664 lb-ft of torque from its massive 6.0-liter W-12 engine. Top speed is rated a wild 190 mph. The model is available with the largest and most powerful ceramic brakes Bentley has ever used, boasting a maximum braking torque of 4,425 lb-ft.

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0-60 mph:3.0 seconds

¼ mile:11.3 seconds at 120.1 mph

Yes, folks, this is the single quickest SUV we have ever tested. Its twin-turbo V-8, which is probably the best-sounding engine of its kind, delivers a proud 641 hp and 627 lb-ft of torque. That's enough to propel this 4,900-pound SUV to 60 mph in 3 seconds flat and on to a top speed of 189.5 mph. Not only is it fast, but it's also a capable off-roader.