The best SUVs 2026 – driven, rated and ranked

The modern SUV now spans the whole car market and blends a varied mix of qualities. These are our favourites
The exponential rise of the SUV has been nothing short of an automotive phenomenon, with sport utility vehicles dominating UK sales charts. 
Ten years ago, there was just one high-riding model in the top 10 best-selling cars list; in 2026, the same list contains seven SUVs, another indicator of this segment’s extraordinary ascension. 
When you consider their clever mix of