Best for: All-round ability
Many brands have tried to muscle in on this increasingly crowded corner of the market, but none has yet managed to depose the king of luxury SUVs: the Range Rover.
In this case, we’ve picked the Range Rover Sport, which objectively speaking is a fractionally more complete and compelling purchase than its larger and much pricier big brother.
Now in its third generation, the Sport does a fine job of pitching for the title of ‘every car you’ll ever need’. A material richness that befits its luxury billing is expected, as is the imperious off-road ability and loping on-road comfort.
Despite its size, the Range Rover Sport is agile and direct in the corners, living up to its moniker. Then there’s the first-rate cabin richness, refinement and luxury ambience, while Land Rover’s latest 13.1in Pivi Pro infotainment touchscreen finally gives the brand the onboard tech to rival the best.
Engine selection is versatile, with a range of six-cylinder petrol and diesels, mild hybrid options and BIK-busting plug-in hybrids that offer up to 76 miles of electric range. Those after a bit more punch will be satisfied with the BMW-sourced 4.4-litre V8 that sits at the top of the range with 523bhp or as a 626bhp SV flagship.
