Best Large SUVs | 2026 Full-Size Crossovers And SUVs Rated | CarBuzzFor many Americans, a full-size SUV is an answer to all their needs. If you’re looking for a vehicle with car-like comfort, space for five or more occupants, lots of cargo capacity, and better ground clearance than a sedan, you’ll find everything you want among the big SUVs.Available in a variety of configurations, most offer all-wheel drive, while others challenge luxury sedans with the opulence of their cabins. Here is a list of the best full-size SUVs for 2026.Vehicles are assigned a BuzzScore in relation to their direct segment competitors, and as such, vehicles in this list, while similarly scored, do not necessarily compete directly against one another. Find out more about how the BuzzScore ratings work here. These lists are continuously updated with the latest BuzzScores and vehicles as they become available. Rivian R1S SUV Kicking off our list with the best large SUV is the Rivian R1S. This large EV is a well-packaged mix of comfort, quality, and capability. It's not just a family car - the R1S can tow, drive off-road, and higher trims have enough power to beat supercars in drag races. It does all this while seating up to seven people over three rows. The second row has a decent 36.6 inches of legroom, but adults might be cramped after spending a long drive in the third row with 32.8 inches. Cargo space is plentiful. When folding the seats down and accounting for the frunk, the R1S has up to 105.8 cubic feet of cargo volume. The R1S starts at $76,990 before destination for the Dual Standard trim."Every R1S rides on independent air suspension with adaptive dampers and automatic ride-height leveling. Reviews of the pre-facelift R1S criticized it for a hard ride, which has been addressed with this new model."- Jared Rosenholtz, Editor-At-Large, CarBuzz Lincoln Navigator The next best full-size SUV earns an 8.9 out of 10 on the BuzzScore scale; the Lincoln Navigator is a luxurious big SUV with competition rising from the likes of the Cadillac Escalade and Jeep Grand Wagoneer. It starts at $91,995 for the "basic" Premiere trim level. Three rows can seat up to eight occupants. Second- and third-row passengers will ride in comfort with 42 inches and 43.5 inches of legroom, respectively. Buyers can also choose the long wheelbase version, the Navigator L, but that doesn't change legroom. It does, however, increase the maximum cargo space from 107 cubic feet to 121.6 cubic feet."Lincoln calls the new Navigator a "spa on wheels," and with massage seats in the first and second rows as well as Digital Scents that waft through the air vents, it's hard not to agree with that billing. There's even a new Rejuvenation mode that reclines the seat, and plays a calming video on the massive screens. This is one of Lincoln's best interiors ever, and one of the most luxurious cabins at any price."- Jared Rosenholtz, Editor-At-Large, CarBuzz Mazda CX-90 The Mazda CX-90 is the largest model in the brand's lineup; most sources call it a "full-size crossover," since it's a three-row model with room for up to eight occupants inside. While Mazda isn't quite a luxury brand, the CX-90 is its flagship model that starts at $38,800. That means it comes with plenty of comfort features for all three rows in most trim levels. There's room for up to eight occupants, with those in the second and third rows getting 39.4 inches and 30.4 inches of legroom, respectively. Cargo space maxes out at 75.2 cubic feet behind the front row."Inside, the CX-90 uses Mazda's tried-and-true high-quality recipe that yields a sense of style and luxury above its contemporaries. Thoughtfully laid out physical buttons are also readily available to passengers and driver, while the relatively small infotainment screen is perfectly adequate, well-placed, and easily controlled via the rotary dial on the center console."- Ian Wright, Senior Road Tester, CarBuzz Lexus TX Lexus offers a few large SUVs, but our model of choice is the TX. This family SUV is a class-leader in terms of power from its gas, hybrid, or plug-in hybrid options, and fuel economy. It's not quite as large as some of the models on this list, but this full-size, three-row crossover can seat up to seven people inside. The second row has 39.5 inches of legroom, while the third row has 33.5 inches, no matter which powertrain or variant you choose. Cargo volume also isn't affected by variant, since all trims can hold up to 97 cubic feet behind the front row. The Lexus TX starts at $55,640 before destination for the gas-only powertrain."The layout is ergonomic and comfortable. We particularly like the configurable cupholders, which can be removed to create more storage space and can accommodate large water bottles with ease."- Jared Rosenholtz, Editor-At-Large, CarBuzz Acura MDX Like the CX-90 we talked about earlier, the Acura MDX is the biggest model in the brand's lineup. Not everybody will agree, but most Acura dealers and other sources call it a full-size SUV. Nevertheless, this premium model starts at $51,800, and is big enough to fit seven people across three rows of seats. Those in the second row get 38.5 inches of legroom, but the third row is pretty cramped at 29.1 inches - we wouldn't shove an adult back there for any extended period. Cargo volume keeps up with the larger competition with a max of 95 cubic feet behind the front row. Even the sportiest Type S Advance trim level has the same space and practicality, but a more powerful engine."The sports seats are pure Acura - they feel thick, supportive, and comfortable with plenty of adjustment in the Type S. The third row is cramped, but unless you're looking at a full-size SUV, that's always the case. The second row is a pleasant place to be, and with plenty of headroom and legroom for a couple of large adults."- Ian Wright, Senior Road Tester, CarBuzz Toyota Grand Highlander The Toyota Grand Highlander bridges the gap between the smaller Highlander and the giant Sequoia. Since it's somewhere in between, we would call it yet another full-size crossover. It's still a three-row model with room for up to eight people inside, so we feel as though it qualifies for this list. Passengers in the second and third rows have 39.5 inches and 33.5 inches of legroom, respectively. As for cargo capacity, the Grand Highlander can fit 20.6 cubic feet when all seats are upright, but folding the back two rows down expands your space to 97.5 cubic feet. This large SUV starts at $41,660 before destination."Getting into the third row is pretty easy, too, requiring a lever pull to slide the middle seats forward in one motion. There is a large gap to access those rear seats and even a special footwell cutout to make it easier to step up into the vehicle. Buyers can get eight seats on the XLE model, but the Limited and Platinum models are limited to seven seats with captain's chairs and a removable center console."- Jared Rosenholtz, Editor-At-Large, CarBuzz Mercedes-Benz GLS-Class As a competitor to the Lincoln Navigator we mentioned at the beginning of this list, the Mercedes-Benz GLS-Class makes its mark as one of the most luxurious large SUVs. It's not quite as big as the Navigator, but it's still a full-size crossover that has enough seats for up to seven people. That said, it's fairly spacious inside; passengers in the second row have 41.9 inches of legroom while the third row has a respectable 34.6 inches. When all the seats are in their upright positions, the GLS-Class can fit 17.4 cu. ft. of cargo in the trunk, and the maximum cargo capacity behind the front row comes out to 84.7 cubic feet. Infiniti QX80 Another great option among luxurious full-size SUVs is the Infiniti QX80. This model is large enough and certainly luxurious enough to compete with the best, like the Cadillac Escalade, or the Navigator we talked about earlier. It has a price tag to match, since it starts at $83,750. Occupants will enjoy the copious amenities at every trim level, and it has no shortcomings as far as interior space goes. Second-row passengers have 39.2 inches of legroom, but those in the third row have 32.9 inches to work with. Cargo space maxes out at 101 cubic feet behind the front row."Every QX80 trim feels luxurious, but the higher trims are clearly elevated over the lower ones. The Pure model gets eight-way heated TailorFit leatherette seats in Graphite or Tucson Beige, while the Luxe upgrades to heated/ventilated leather in Graphite or Sepia Brown. Stepping up to the Sensory brings 10-way massaging Semi-Aniline leather seats with open pore wood, but the Autograph takes it further with quilted leather Graphite or Burgundy and metal inlays."- Jared Rosenholtz, Editor-At-Large, CarBuzz GMC Yukon The GMC Yukon is a full-size, luxurious middle ground between the more affordable Chevrolet Tahoe and the top-performing Cadillac Escalade. It's a practical family vehicle that even offers a rugged off-road trim for more adventurous groups. The brand dropped its lower trim levels to push upmarket, leaving the Yukon's base price at $69,600 before destination. Buyers can opt for the extended Yukon XL, too, which offers 42 inches of legroom in the second row and 36.7 inches in the third row. Maximum cargo space ranges from 112.9 cu. ft. to 144.7 cubic feet, depending on which variant you choose."Body-on-frame vehicles usually feel compromised on the road, both in terms of ride comfort and handling. GMC has managed to minimize these attributes to the point where the Yukon feels perfectly comfortable tackling a trail, or blasting down the left lane of a highway."- Jared Rosenholtz, Editor-At-Large, CarBuzz Nissan Armada Wrapping up this list of large SUV models is the Nissan Armada, which tops the brand's lineup with a handful of great trim levels (including a track-focused Nismo variant). The Armada also offers a capable off-road trim called the Pro-4X that keeps up with the Yukon's AT4 trim. This is Nissan's largest model; it's built on the same platform as the Infiniti QX80, so specifications are pretty similar. It can hold up to eight occupants, with those in the second row getting 39.2 inches of legroom, and the third row has 32.9 inches. Cargo space reaches 97.1 cubic feet behind the first row. The Armada starts at $58,840."The Pro-4X and Platinum Reserve trims ride on adaptive air suspension that is not available on lower trim levels. While it can produce a truck-like bounce on some uneven surfaces, the Armada's suspension is among the most comfortable and controlled in the segment. We have no complaints about the ride, nor could we complain about the lack of road noise. This is a quiet SUV that will keep your family relaxed on long trips."- Jared Rosenholtz, Editor-At-Large, CarBuzz Characteristics Of The Best Full-Size SUVs SUVs, in general, offer more space than what a regular passenger car provides, and in the case of the biggest utility vehicles, there’s even more space for people and their things. This is what you can expect from SUVs in this segment: Size: To fit into this segment, SUVs need to be massive, so you often get extended-wheelbase variants here with a spacious third row of seats. Vehicles this large are naturally not the easiest to pilot in small spaces and can feel ponderous at speed around corners. Price: Don’t expect a variety of large SUVs for between $40k and $50k - the majority of these behemoths start at over $55k in their base configurations with higher trims easily breaking the six-figure mark. Space: Given their hulking proportions, the best large SUVs are those that have ample space for passengers and cargo. A third row of seats should be able to accommodate adults, although, for the most passenger space, you’ll want to shop among the extended wheelbase versions. Features: Catering to family hauling means loads of safety and comfort features, and especially in range-topping trims, these beasts will be well-equipped with high-end infotainment setups, a swathe of driver assists, and a rear-seat entertainment system. Power: In order to move a huge vehicle along, a strong and reliable engine will be necessary for the largest SUVs. With V6, V8, and even torquey diesel options, large SUVs usually have high outputs to motivate them. Hybridization has made its way into this segment, too. What To Consider When Shopping For The Best Large SUV Even the large SUVs that fall on the cheap end of the spectrum still ask for quite a bit of money, so before you sign on the dotted line, here’s what you should know: Pros More than enough room for bigger families Plenty of cargo space in those that focus on practicality Top-notch levels of luxury if you’re willing to pay for it Excellent ride comfort Easy access to all-wheel drive Cons Generally high cost Expensive to run due to poor fuel economy Many premium models do not have the greatest cargo capacity Not the easiest to maneuver around town What is the best large SUV? The Lexus LX currently gets the highest score in our rankings, but only by a small margin. Are big SUVs reliable? Size has little impact on whether a car will be dependable, but there are some brands that have better reliability expectations than others. To be sure you get the best value for your money, check the warranty cover that comes with the sale of your new vehicle, and do some research on recalls per model.Sources: Rivian, Lincoln, Mazda, Lexus, Acura, Toyota, Mercedes-Benz, Infiniti, GMC, Nissan