The automotive world is accelerating faster than ever, and the SUV segment is no exception. It’s hard to believe we’re already approaching the mid-2020s, and the benchmarks for SUV speed have been dramatically redefined. Just a few years ago, a 0-60 mph time of 4.0 seconds was considered rapid for an SUV. Now, in 2025, that benchmark has dropped to an astonishing 3.5 seconds just to even make it into the conversation of the Fastest Suvs.
The sheer velocity of progress means that some seriously quick performance SUVs are now sitting outside this elite list. Consider models like the BMW X3 M and X5 M, the Range Rover Sport SV, the Maserati Grecale Trofeo, and even the Mercedes-AMG GLE63 S – all incredibly potent SUVs, yet not quite quick enough to crack this top tier. If we were to extend the list to include SUVs hitting 0-60 mph in 4.0 seconds, it would easily double in size, showcasing just how competitive this segment has become.
Our focus remains on real-world acceleration, specifically the 0-60 mph sprint, as it’s the most relevant performance metric for SUV buyers. While top speed is considered for tie-breakers, it’s that initial burst of acceleration that truly defines these high-performance machines. For those interested in outright top speed, we also highlight the maximum velocity achieved by these speed kings.
As the year progresses and new models are unveiled, this list will undoubtedly evolve. But for now, let’s dive into the definitive ranking of the fastest SUVs for 2025, where practicality meets blistering speed.
2025 GMC Hummer EV SUV: Electric Powerhouse with Surprising Speed
Alt text: The 2025 GMC Hummer EV SUV showcasing its robust design and off-road capabilities.
0-60 mph: 3.5 Seconds
Top Speed: 106 mph
In a world where physics often dictates automotive limitations, the GMC Hummer EV SUV defies expectations. Weighing in at a colossal 9,000 pounds, it’s almost unbelievable that this electric behemoth can accelerate to 60 mph in just 3.5 seconds. This puts it ahead of established performance SUVs like the BMW X5 M and Range Rover Sport SV, and even faster than sports cars like the Ford Mustang Dark Horse in the sprint. However, the Hummer EV SUV’s party trick is short-lived, as its top speed is electronically limited to 106 mph, making it the slowest in terms of top speed on this list.
2025 Tesla Model Y Performance: Electric Crossover with a Speed Edge
Alt text: Sleek and aerodynamic, the 2025 Tesla Model Y Performance demonstrating its modern crossover design.
0-60 mph: 3.5 Seconds
Top Speed: 155 mph
The Tesla Model Y Performance might be considered an outlier by some, blurring the lines between crossover and SUV. Sharing its DNA with the Model 3 sedan, the Model Y offers increased cargo space and an optional (though cramped) three-row configuration. In Performance guise, this dual-motor electric SUV delivers a stunning 0-60 mph time of 3.5 seconds, proving that practicality and exhilarating acceleration can coexist. Its 155 mph top speed also positions it as a capable high-speed cruiser.
2025 Dodge Durango SRT Hellcat: The Roar of American Muscle Returns
Alt text: Front view of the powerful 2025 Dodge Durango SRT Hellcat, emphasizing its muscular design.
0-60 mph: 3.5 Seconds
Top Speed: 180 mph
For those who believe in the enduring appeal of a thunderous V8, the Dodge Durango SRT Hellcat makes a triumphant return for 2025. Currently the sole bearer of the legendary supercharged 6.2-liter Hellcat V8, this three-row SUV unleashes 710 horsepower and an unmistakable eight-cylinder symphony. While near the lower end of this list in terms of acceleration, the Durango Hellcat’s impressive 180-mph top speed places it among the world’s fastest SUVs when it comes to outright velocity. The Hemi spirit is alive and well.
2025 Porsche Cayenne Turbo E-Hybrid: Hybrid Power Meets Porsche Performance
Alt text: The 2025 Porsche Cayenne Turbo E-Hybrid Coupe navigating a winding mountain road, highlighting its sporty silhouette.
0-60 mph: 3.5 Seconds
Top Speed: 183 mph
Porsche makes a strong showing on this list, and the 2025 Cayenne Turbo E-Hybrid is the first of many from the German marque. Continuing with its proven formula, this SUV pairs a twin-turbocharged 4.0-liter V8 engine with an electric motor, delivering a combined 729 horsepower. Available in both the traditional SUV body style and the sleek coupe variant, the Cayenne Turbo E-Hybrid achieves a 0-60 mph time of 3.5 seconds, blending hybrid efficiency with Porsche’s renowned performance DNA.
2025 Ford Mustang Mach-E Rally: Gravel-Road Ready Speedster
Alt text: The adventurous 2025 Ford Mustang Mach-E Rally kicking up dust while drifting on a gravel road.
0-60 mph: 3.4 Seconds
Top Speed: 124 mph
The Mach-E Rally variant of the Ford Mustang Mach-E is built for fun, whether on paved roads or loose surfaces. Sitting an inch higher than the Mach-E GT, it shares the same potent dual-motor powertrain, boosted to 700 pound-feet of torque with the optional performance upgrade. While a 3.4-second 0-60 mph sprint might not be achieved on gravel, the Mach-E Rally offers exhilarating performance and the thrill of throwing up rooster tails of dirt. On asphalt, it’s a seriously quick SUV that will surprise many.
2025 Kia EV6 GT: Sleeper Speed with Electrifying Performance
Alt text: The dynamic 2025 Kia EV6 GT showcased against an illuminated cityscape at twilight.
0-60 mph: Estimated 3.4 Seconds (Official time pending)
Top Speed: 162 mph
The updated Kia EV6 for 2025 brings a significant performance upgrade to the GT model. Now matching the formidable Hyundai Ioniq 5 N in power output, the EV6 GT boasts 601 horsepower in standard operation, with bursts up to 641 horsepower available. Kia has not yet released an official 0-60 mph time, but considering the previous version hit 60 mph in 3.5 seconds and shares its powertrain with the quicker Ioniq 5 N, it’s highly likely the new EV6 GT will be even faster, potentially reaching the 3.4-second mark or even quicker. Its 162 mph top speed adds to its credentials as a fast and stylish electric SUV.
2025 Rivian R1S Dual Motor: Electric Adventure with Supercar Acceleration
Alt text: The rugged yet refined 2025 Rivian R1S Dual Motor parked amidst a scenic outdoor backdrop.
0-60 mph: 3.4 Seconds
Top Speed: 110 mph
Rivian continues to expand its R1S lineup, and the Dual Motor model sits just above the base Dual Standard, offering a potent 665 horsepower from its dual-motor setup. With launch control engaged, this three-row SUV delivers acceleration figures that rival supercars, while maintaining impressive off-road capabilities. However, the R1S prioritizes all-terrain versatility over outright speed, reflected in its utilitarian tires and 7,000-pound weight, limiting its top speed to 110 mph.
2025 Mercedes-AMG EQE SUV: Electric AMG Excellence in an SUV Form
Alt text: The sophisticated 2025 Mercedes-AMG EQE SUV highlighting its premium features and athletic stance.
0-60 mph: 3.4 Seconds
Top Speed: 149 mph
Despite slower than anticipated EV sales impacting future model plans, the current generation Mercedes-AMG EQE SUV remains a strong contender in the performance SUV arena. Its dual-motor powertrain produces 617 horsepower in standard form, and a staggering 677 horsepower with the optional AMG Dynamic Plus package. As expected from an AMG model, the EQE SUV benefits from upgraded suspension and brakes, transforming this three-ton electric SUV into a surprisingly agile and rapid machine.
2025 Mercedes-AMG GLC 63 S E Performance: Hybridized AMG Powerhouse
Alt text: The high-performance 2025 Mercedes-AMG GLC 63 S E Performance speeding around a racetrack, showcasing its agility.
0-60 mph: 3.4 Seconds
Top Speed: 171 mph
In a drag race, the hybrid AMG GLC 63 S E Performance would be neck-and-neck with its electric sibling, the AMG EQE SUV, up to a certain point. However, as speeds climb into triple digits, the GLC 63 S E Performance’s innovative turbocharged 2.0-liter four-cylinder engine combined with a rear-mounted electric motor keeps pushing, allowing it to reach a top speed of 171 mph, surpassing the electric EQE SUV.
2025 Audi RS Q8 Performance: Nürburgring Record Holder for SUVs
Alt text: The record-breaking 2025 Audi RS Q8 Performance attacking the corners of the Nürburgring.
0-60 mph: 3.4 Seconds
Top Speed: 190 mph
The RS Q8 Performance trim elevates the already impressive Audi RS Q8 to new heights, claiming the title of the fastest SUV around the Nürburgring Nordschleife with a lap time of 7 minutes, 36.69 seconds. This incredible feat is aided by its 190 mph top speed and a blistering 0-60 mph time of 3.4 seconds. The twin-turbocharged 4.0-liter V8 engine produces a robust 631 horsepower in Performance guise, securing Audi’s place among the elite of fast SUVs.
2025 Lamborghini Urus SE Hybrid: The Fastest SUV in the World?
Alt text: The striking 2025 Lamborghini Urus SE Hybrid positioned in a desert landscape, emphasizing its luxurious and powerful presence.
0-60 mph: 3.4 Seconds
Top Speed: 194 mph
The Urus SE is a new addition to the Lamborghini lineup for 2025, introducing a plug-in hybrid system to the Urus range. By integrating a single electric motor between the twin-turbo V8 and the eight-speed automatic transmission, the Urus SE generates a combined 789 horsepower and a massive 701 pound-feet of torque, available from just 1,750 rpm. This makes it the most powerful Urus variant and, with a top speed of 194 mph, officially the fastest SUV in the world in terms of maximum velocity. However, a few others in this list are quicker off the line.
2025 Ford Mustang Mach-E GT: Pony Power with a Performance Punch
Alt text: The agile 2025 Ford Mustang Mach-E GT taking on a curve, highlighting its sporty handling.
0-60 mph: 3.3 Seconds
Top Speed: 124 mph
Thanks to an available performance upgrade that boosts torque, the Mach-E GT version of the Ford Mustang Mach-E delivers performance that belies its price point. The dual-motor powertrain unleashes 700 pound-feet of torque, resulting in a 0-60 mph time of just 3.3 seconds, slightly quicker than its Mach-E Rally sibling. Starting around $58,000, the Mustang-badged Ford offers supercar-level acceleration at a relatively accessible price, at least for a limited time. Like the Rally version, its top speed is limited to 124 mph.
2025 Hyundai Ioniq 5 N: Electric Crossover Turned Performance Beast
Alt text: The dynamic 2025 Hyundai Ioniq 5 N executing a sharp turn on a racetrack, showcasing its handling prowess.
0-60 mph: 3.3 Seconds
Top Speed: 161 mph
The Ioniq 5 N is a vehicle that truly surprises. Appearing as a practical electric crossover, it transforms into a rocket on wheels when you push the accelerator. In its most aggressive settings, 60 mph arrives in a mere 3.3 seconds, accompanied by customizable (and surprisingly entertaining) simulated engine sounds. The Ioniq 5 N’s dual-motor powertrain is also engineered for cornering agility, though engaging in such spirited driving will impact battery range.
2025 Ferrari Purosangue: A Prancing Horse SUV with a V12 Symphony
Alt text: The luxurious 2025 Ferrari Purosangue parked in a classic European city square, blending performance with elegance.
0-60 mph: 3.3 Seconds
Top Speed: 192 mph
The Purosangue stretches the definition of an SUV, arguably being more of a V12 supercar cloaked in a crossover silhouette. With a naturally-aspirated 715-horsepower V12 engine and seating for four, performance is clearly prioritized over utility. However, it remains a four-door vehicle with a functional trunk, all-wheel drive, and a substantial weight of around 4,500 pounds. While these characteristics might seem un-Ferrari-like on paper, unleash the accelerator and you’ll reach 192 mph while listening to the glorious 8,000-rpm V12 soundtrack – undeniably Ferrari.
2025 Porsche Macan Turbo: Electric Porsche SUV Redefines Entry-Level Speed
Alt text: The all-electric 2025 Porsche Macan Turbo charging at a station, representing the future of performance SUVs.
0-60 mph: 3.1 Seconds
Top Speed: 161 mph
Embracing an all-electric future hasn’t diminished the performance of the Macan. Launched in early 2024, Porsche’s “entry-level” SUV is now among the fastest SUVs globally. Sharing its 800-volt architecture with Audi, the Macan Turbo surpasses any Audi model in 0-60 mph acceleration, achieving it in a blistering 3.1 seconds. The dual-motor setup delivers 630 horsepower in overboost mode, and its 161 mph top speed is achieved through direct drive, unlike the Taycan’s two-speed gearbox. However, it’s not the fastest Porsche SUV on this list.
2025 Porsche Cayenne Turbo GT: Track-Focused Cayenne with Uncompromising Speed
Alt text: The track-ready 2025 Porsche Cayenne Turbo GT Coupe demonstrating its high-speed capabilities on a racetrack.
0-60 mph: 3.1 Seconds
Top Speed: 190 mph
On paper, the Cayenne Turbo GT matches the electric Macan Turbo in the 0-60 mph sprint, both achieving it in 3.1 seconds. However, the smaller electric Macan runs out of steam sooner, while the Cayenne Turbo GT’s twin-turbocharged 4.0-liter V8 continues to deliver. Porsche boosted its output to 650 horsepower in 2024, enhancing its top speed to 190 mph without impacting initial acceleration. An eight-speed automatic transmission channels power to all four wheels, but this top-tier performance comes at a premium, with a starting price nearly double that of the Macan Turbo at $205,795.
2025 Aston Martin DBX707: British Luxury SUV with Ferocious Performance
Alt text: The opulent 2025 Aston Martin DBX707 parked in a high-end urban setting, showcasing its blend of luxury and power.
0-60 mph: 3.1 Seconds
Top Speed: 193 mph
Only the Lamborghini Urus SE can truly challenge the DBX707 in a top-speed contest, and even then, it’s a close race. A 3.1-second 0-60 mph time places the Aston ahead of the hybrid Lamborghini in initial acceleration, and on paper, the Urus is only marginally faster at top speed by 1 mph. This last bastion of pure combustion power delivers 697 horsepower from a twin-turbocharged 4.0-liter V8 – no hybrid assistance needed. It’s brutally quick, emits a glorious engine note, and remains a practical five-seat SUV.
2024 Lotus Eletre R: Entering the Sub-3 Second SUV Zone
Alt text: The futuristic 2024 Lotus Eletre R on display, highlighting its sharp lines and aerodynamic profile.
0-62 mph: 2.95 Seconds (0-60 mph estimated to be slightly quicker)
Top Speed: 165 mph
Leading us into the exclusive sub-three-second 0-60 mph club (or very close to it), the aggressively styled Eletre R from Lotus produces a staggering 905 combined horsepower from its dual-motor electric powertrain. A two-speed transmission balances rapid acceleration with a respectable 165 mph top speed. Lotus officially quotes 0-62 mph (100 km/h) times, so unofficially, the 0-60 mph time could be even quicker than 2.95 seconds. Regardless, the Lotus Eletre R firmly establishes itself among the world’s fastest SUVs.
2025 Rivian R1S Tri-Motor: Electric Tri-Motor Power for Unmatched Acceleration
Alt text: The robust 2025 Rivian R1S Tri-Motor navigating a challenging off-road terrain, showcasing its capability.
0-60 mph: 2.9 Seconds
Top Speed: 130 mph
While we eagerly await the arrival of the quad-motor Rivian R1S, the Tri-Motor variant is already exceptionally quick, achieving 0-60 mph in a mere 2.9 seconds. Rivian has also slightly loosened the electronic speed limiter, allowing drivers to reach 130 mph when launch control is activated. Despite its hypercar-like acceleration, the R1S Tri-Motor remains a practical three-row SUV with all-terrain tires, genuine off-road capability, and a substantial 400-mile range (when driven conservatively).
2025 Tesla Model X Plaid: Still the King of Fast SUVs
Alt text: The groundbreaking 2025 Tesla Model X Plaid with its signature falcon wing doors open, emphasizing its unique features.
0-60 mph: 2.5 seconds
Top Speed: 163 mph
Despite the influx of incredibly powerful SUVs entering the market, the Model X Plaid remains the undisputed champion of fast SUVs. Tesla officially claims a 0-60 mph time of just 2.5 seconds, and independent tests have often shown it to be even quicker. This isn’t a stripped-down, track-focused machine either; the Model X Plaid, with its 1,020 horsepower, retains its signature features like the yoke steering wheel and falcon-wing rear doors. It can still tow 5,000 pounds and offers the practicality of an SUV, all while delivering acceleration that rivals any production car in the world, at least for the initial sprint.
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Fastest SUVs 0-60 MPH (Quickest to Slowest)
- 2025 Tesla Model X Plaid – 0-60: 2.5 seconds
- 2025 Rivian R1S Tri – 0-60 2.9 seconds
- 2024 Lotus Eletre – 0-62: 2.95 seconds (est. 0-60 slightly faster)
- 2025 Aston Martin DBX707 – 0-60: 3.1 seconds
- 2025 Porsche Cayenne Turbo GT – 0-60: 3.1 seconds
- 2025 Porsche Macan Turbo – 0-60: 3.1 seconds
- 2025 Ferrari Purosangue – 0-60: 3.3 seconds
- 2025 Hyundai Ioniq 5 N – 0-60: 3.3 seconds
- 2025 Ford Mustang Mach-E GT – 0-60: 3.3 seconds
- 2025 Lamborghini Urus SE – 0-60: 3.4 seconds
- 2025 Audi RS Q8 Performance – 0-60: 3.4 seconds
- 2025 Mercedes-AMG GLC 63 S E Performance – 0-60: 3.4 seconds
- 2025 Mercedes-AMG EQE SUV – 0-60: 3.4 seconds
- 2025 Rivian R1S Dual – 0-60: 3.4 seconds
- 2025 Kia EV6 GT – 0-60 (est. 3.4 seconds or faster)
- 2025 Ford Mustang Mach-E Rally – 0-60: 3.4 seconds
- 2025 Porsche Cayenne Turbo E-Hybrid – 0-60: 3.5 seconds
- 2025 Dodge Durango SRT Hellcat – 0-60 3.5 seconds
- 2025 Tesla Model Y Performance – 0-60: 3.5 seconds
- 2025 GMC Hummer EV SUV – 0-60: 3.5 seconds
Fastest SUVs Top Speed (Fastest to Slowest)
- 2025 Lamborghini Urus SE – top speed: 194 mph
- 2025 Aston Martin DBX707 – top speed: 193 mph
- 2025 Ferrari Purosangue – top speed: 192 mph
- 2025 Porsche Cayenne Turbo GT – top speed: 190 mph
- 2025 Lamborghini Urus Performante – top speed: 190 mph
- 2025 Lamborghini Urus – top speed: 190 mph
- 2025 Audi RS Q8 Performance – top speed: 190 mph
- 2025 Porsche Cayenne Turbo E-Hybrid – top speed: 183 mph
- 2025 Range Rover Sport SV – top speed: 180 mph
- 2025 BMW Alpina XB7 – top speed: 180 mph
- 2025 Dodge Durango SRT Hellcat – top speed: 180 mph
- 2025 Bentley Bentayga – top speed: 180 mph
- 2024 Jaguar F-Pace SVR 575 Edition – top speed: 178 mph
- 2025 Maserati Grecale Trofeo – top speed: 177 mph
- 2025 BMW X4 M Competition – top speed: 177 mph
- 2025 BMW X5 M Competition / X6 M Competition – top speed: 177 mph
- 2025 BMW XM Label – top speed: 175 mph
- 2025 Mercedes-AMG GLE 63 S – top speed: 174 mph
- 2025 Mercedes-AMG GLS 63 – top speed: 174 mph
- 2025 Mercedes-AMG GLC 63 S E Performance – top speed: 171 mph
