The market for 7-seater electric SUVs is growing rapidly, with a number of new models set to be released in the coming years. Here is a brief introduction to some of the best 7-seater electric SUVs on the market:
Tesla Model X
Tesla Model X – The Tesla Model X is a luxury SUV that offers seating for up to 7 adults. It has a long range of up to 360 miles and can go from 0 to 60 mph in 2.5 seconds.
The Tesla Model X is an electric SUV that is available in three trims: Long Range, Plaid, and Plaid+. The Long Range starts at $98,490, the Plaid starts at $108,490, and the Plaid+ is no longer available. All three trims come standard with all-wheel drive, a 17-inch touchscreen infotainment system, a panoramic sunroof, and Tesla’s Autopilot driver-assist system.
The Long Range has a range of 348 miles and can go from 0 to 60 mph in 3.8 seconds. The Plaid has a range of 330 miles and can go from 0 to 60 mph in 2.5 seconds. The Plaid+ had a range of 390 miles and could go from 0 to 60 mph in 1.99 seconds, but it is no longer available.
The Model X is available in a variety of colors, including Pearl White Multi-Coat, Solid Black, Midnight Silver Metallic, Deep Blue Metallic, and Ultra Red. It can also be configured with a variety of interior options, including five, six, or seven seats, a yoke steering wheel, and Tesla’s Full Self-Driving Capability package.
The Model X’s competitors include the Audi e-tron, the BMW iX, and the Mercedes-Benz EQB. The Audi e-tron starts at $74,800, the BMW iX starts at $83,200, and the Mercedes-Benz EQB starts at $56,800.
Here is a table comparing the Tesla Model X to its competitors:
| Feature | Tesla Model X | Audi e-tron | BMW iX | Mercedes-Benz EQB |
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| Price | Starting at $98,490 | Starting at $74,800 | Starting at $83,200 | Starting at $56,800 |
| Range | Up to 348 miles | Up to 222 miles | Up to 324 miles | Up to 260 miles |
| 0-60 mph | 3.8 seconds | 5.5 seconds | 4.6 seconds | 7.5 seconds |
| Seating capacity | 5-7 | 5-7 | 5-7 | 5-7 |
| Features | All-wheel drive, 17-inch touchscreen infotainment system, panoramic sunroof, Autopilot driver-assist system | All-wheel drive, 12.3-inch digital instrument cluster, 10.1-inch touchscreen infotainment system, panoramic sunroof, Audi Pre Sense Basic and Pre Sense Front safety systems | All-wheel drive, 12.3-inch digital instrument cluster, 14.9-inch touchscreen infotainment system, panoramic sunroof, BMW Driving Assistant Professional safety system | All-wheel drive, 10.25-inch digital instrument cluster, 10.25-inch touchscreen infotainment system, panoramic sunroof, Mercedes-Benz Driving Assistance Package safety system |
Mercedes-Benz EQB
The 2023 Mercedes-Benz EQB is an all-electric compact SUV that is available in two trims: EQB 250+ and EQB 300 4MATIC. The EQB 250+ starts at $52,750, while the EQB 300 4MATIC starts at $56,900. Both models are eligible for a federal tax credit of $7,500.
The EQB is available in seven exterior colors:
- Polar White
- Cosmos Black Metallic
- Digital White Metallic
- Iridium Silver Metallic
- Mountain Grey Metallic
- Denim Blue Metallic
- Vivid Yellow
The EQB has a number of standard features, including:
- A 70.5 kWh battery
- A single electric motor that produces 225 hp and 288 lb-ft of torque
- Front-wheel drive on the EQB 250+ and all-wheel drive on the EQB 300 4MATIC
- A 0-60 mph time of 8.0 seconds (EQB 250+) or 7.0 seconds (EQB 300 4MATIC)
- A top speed of 99 mph
- A driving range of up to 245 miles (EQB 250+) or 232 miles (EQB 300 4MATIC)
- A 10.25-inch digital instrument cluster
- A 10.25-inch touchscreen infotainment system
- A Burmester sound system
- A panoramic sunroof
- Heated front seats
- A hands-free power tailgate
The EQB also offers a number of optional features, including:
- A second-row bench seat
- A third-row of seats
- A panoramic sunroof
- A hands-free power tailgate
- A head-up display
- A Burmester sound system
- A wireless charging pad
The EQB’s main competitors are the Tesla Model Y, the Volkswagen ID.4, and the Ford Mustang Mach-E. The Model Y is the most expensive option, but it offers the longest driving range. The ID.4 is the least expensive option, but it has the shortest driving range. The Mustang Mach-E falls in between the Model Y and the ID.4 in terms of price and driving range.
Mercedes-Benz EQB – The Mercedes-Benz EQB is a mid-size SUV that offers seating for up to 7 adults. It has a range of up to 260 miles and can go from 0 to 60 mph in 7.7 seconds.
The Mercedes-Benz EQB starts at $52,750 for the EQB 250+ and $56,900 for the EQB 300 4MATIC. Both models are eligible for a federal tax credit of $7,500.
Colors
The EQB is available in seven exterior colors:
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- Polar White
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- Cosmos Black Metallic
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- Digital White Metallic
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- Iridium Silver Metallic
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- Mountain Grey Metallic
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- Denim Blue Metallic
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- Vivid Yellow
Features
The EQB comes standard with a long list of features, including:
- A 70.5 kWh battery
- A single electric motor that produces 225 hp and 288 lb-ft of torque
- Front-wheel drive on the EQB 250+ and all-wheel drive on the EQB 300 4MATIC
- A 0-60 mph time of 8.0 seconds (EQB 250+) or 7.0 seconds (EQB 300 4MATIC)
- A top speed of 99 mph
- A driving range of up to 245 miles (EQB 250+) or 232 miles (EQB 300 4MATIC)
- A 10.25-inch digital instrument cluster
- A 10.25-inch touchscreen infotainment system
- A Burmester sound system
- A panoramic sunroof
- Heated front seats
- A hands-free power tailgate
Specs
The EQB has the following specifications:
- Dimensions: 177.4 inches long, 72.4 inches wide, 64.6 inches tall
- Weight: 4,300 pounds
- Ground clearance: 6.7 inches
- Tow rating: 2,000 pounds
Competitors
The EQB’s main competitors are the Tesla Model Y, the Volkswagen ID.4, and the Ford Mustang Mach-E. The Model Y is the most expensive option, but it offers the longest driving range. The ID.4 is the least expensive option, but it has the shortest driving range. The Mustang Mach-E falls in between the Model Y and the ID.4 in terms of price and driving range.
Kia EV9
Kia EV9 – The Kia EV9 is a large SUV that offers seating for up to 7 adults. It has a range of up to 300 miles and can go from 0 to 60 mph in 5 seconds.
The Kia EV9 starts at $55,990.
Colors
The EV9 is available in 5 exterior colors:
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- Snow White Pearl
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- Aurora Black Pearl
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- Digital Teal
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- Gravity Green
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- Mars Orange
Features
The EV9 comes standard with a long list of features, including:
- A 77.4 kWh battery
- A dual electric motor that produces 300 hp and 450 lb-ft of torque
- All-wheel drive
- A 0-60 mph time of 5.5 seconds
- A top speed of 129 mph
- A driving range of up to 300 miles
- A 27-inch touchscreen infotainment system
- A 12.3-inch digital instrument cluster
- A 10.25-inch head-up display
- A panoramic sunroof
- Heated and ventilated front seats
- A hands-free power tailgate
- A wireless charging pad
- A suite of advanced driver assistance features
Specs
The EV9 has the following specifications:
- Dimensions: 202.9 inches long, 78.3 inches wide, 74.8 inches tall
- Weight: 5,300 pounds
- Ground clearance: 8.3 inches
- Tow rating: 3,500 pounds
Competitors
The EV9’s main competitors are the Tesla Model Y, the Ford Mustang Mach-E, and the Rivian R1S. The Model Y is the most expensive option, but it offers the longest driving range. The Mach-E falls in between the Model Y and the EV9 in terms of price and driving range. The R1S is the most expensive option, but it offers the most cargo space and towing capacity.
Volvo XC90 Recharge
- Volvo XC90 Recharge – The Volvo XC90 Recharge is a luxury SUV that offers seating for up to 7 adults. It has a range of up to 180 miles and can go from 0 to 60 mph in 5.5 seconds.
The 2023 Volvo XC90 Recharge starts at $56,000 MSRP. It is available in 7 exterior colors: Onyx Black, Crystal White Pearl, Denim Blue, Bright Silver Metallic, Pine Grey Metallic, Thunder Grey Metallic, and Osmium Grey Metallic.
The XC90 Recharge is powered by a 2.0L turbocharged 4-cylinder engine and an electric motor, which combine to produce 400 horsepower and 472 lb-ft of torque. It gets an EPA-estimated 20 miles of electric range and 56 MPGe combined.
Some of the XC90 Recharge’s features include:
- A 12.3-inch digital instrument cluster
- A 12.5-inch touchscreen infotainment system
- A 19-speaker Bowers & Wilkins sound system
- A panoramic sunroof
- A hands-free power tailgate
- A 360-degree camera system
- A variety of advanced safety features, including automatic emergency braking, lane keeping assist, and adaptive cruise control
The XC90 Recharge’s competitors include the Audi Q7 e-tron, the BMW X5 xDrive45e, and the Mercedes-Benz GLE 550e.
Here is a table comparing the XC90 Recharge to its competitors:
| Feature | Volvo XC90 Recharge | Audi Q7 e-tron | BMW X5 xDrive45e | Mercedes-Benz GLE 550e |
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| Price | $56,000 | $68,900 | $61,850 | $69,900 |
| Engine | 2.0L turbocharged 4-cylinder + electric motor | 3.0L turbocharged V6 + electric motor | 2.0L turbocharged 4-cylinder + electric motor | 3.0L turbocharged V6 + electric motor |
| Horsepower | 400 hp | 367 hp | 389 hp | 483 hp |
| Torque | 472 lb-ft | 369 lb-ft | 443 lb-ft | 516 lb-ft |
| Electric range | 20 miles | 19 miles | 14 miles | 18 miles |
| MPGe combined | 56 MPGe | 57 MPGe | 52 MPGe | 54 MPGe |
| Features | 12.3-inch digital instrument cluster, 12.5-inch touchscreen infotainment system, Bowers & Wilkins sound system, panoramic sunroof, hands-free power tailgate, 360-degree camera system, advanced safety features | 12.3-inch digital instrument cluster, 10.1-inch touchscreen infotainment system, Bang & Olufsen sound system, panoramic sunroof, hands-free power tailgate, 360-degree camera system, advanced safety features | 12.3-inch digital instrument cluster, 10.25-inch touchscreen infotainment system, Harman Kardon sound system, panoramic sunroof, hands-free power tailgate, 360-degree camera system, advanced safety features | 12.3-inch digital instrument cluster, 12.3-inch touchscreen infotainment system, Burmester sound system, panoramic sunroof, hands-free power tailgate, 360-degree camera system, advanced safety features |
Rivian R1S
The base price of the Rivian R1S is $75,500.
- Colors: The R1S is available in 11 exterior colors:
- Arctic White
- Graphite Gray
- Lunar Rock
- Ocean Blue
- Red Rock
- Silver Sky
- Sunburst Yellow
- Teal Gray
- Urbane Bronze
- Wilderness Green
- Features: The R1S comes standard with a variety of features, including:
- 12.3-inch digital instrument cluster
- 15.6-inch touchscreen infotainment system
- Meridian sound system
- Panoramic sunroof
- Hands-free power tailgate
- 360-degree camera system
- Advanced safety features, including automatic emergency braking, lane keeping assist, and adaptive cruise control
- Specs: The R1S is powered by four electric motors that produce a combined 835 horsepower and 904 lb-ft of torque. It has a range of up to 314 miles on a single charge. The R1S can tow up to 14,000 pounds.
- Competitors: The Rivian R1S’s competitors include the Tesla Model X, the Ford Mustang Mach-E 1000, and the GMC Hummer EV SUV.
- Rivian R1S – The Rivian R1S is an all-electric SUV that offers seating for up to 7 adults. It has a range of up to 314 miles and can go from 0 to 60 mph in 3 seconds.
