Top 5 best 2023 electric SUVs

Top 5 best 2023 electric SUVs
front side view of a 2023 Kia Soul EV on the road in town

The electric SUV category has been increasingly popular over the years, and that is not about to change any time soon. So, most manufacturers have made sure to be able to meet the demand by offering fully electric models. This is great news for consumers, given that it will be much easier to find a vehicle to fit each person’s needs and budget.

Given the generous amount of available models, which are the best 2023 electric SUVs? Kia Chambly has made a list of Top 5 best electric vehicles, offering advantageous energy efficiency!

Kia Soul EV

On the market since 2015 and based on the popular Soul and its unique design, the Kia Soul EV comes in two trims and is offered at a base price of $ 45,010 for the 2023 model. With an electric range that varies between 248 and 383 kilometers (depending on selected model), the Soul EV will provide you with 201 horsepower and an outstanding energy efficiency of 1.8/2.9 Le/100 km (city/highway) for the model with a 248 km electric range, and 1.9/2.4 Le/100 km for the second.

Moreover, the Soul EV also provides you with generous cargo space ranging between 530 and 1,735 liters, depending on if rear seats are folded down or not.

front view of a 2023 Kia Soul EV in town

Hyundai IONIQ5

couple charging a 2023 Hyundai IONIQ5 in a layered parking lot

New SUV on the market since the 2022 model-year, the Hyundai Ioniq5 has made its way to our top 5 for best 2023 electric SUVs thanks to its avant-garde style, the power it offers (between 168 and 320 horsepower, depending on the selected trim out of 3), the electric range reaching up to 488 kilometers and the energy efficiency which plays between 1.8 and 2.1 Le/100 km for city driving, according to selected trim level.

It can also welcome up to 5- passengers and provides you with cargo space ranging from 770 to 1,680 liters, on all versions. It is offered at a MSRP of $ 51,635.

Kia Niro EV

This 2023 electric SUV will easily seduce you with the impressive electric range it offers –up to 407 kilometers-, the heat pump used to warm up the interior instead of relying on battery power, and the extremely short charging times; in fact, you will only need 43 minutes to charge your Niro EV to 80 % capacity, with a level 3 charging station. Moreover, the electric motor on the Kia Niro EV provides you with 201 horsepower and is coupled with a 64.8 kWh battery for city/highway consumption numbers of only 1.9/2.3 Le/100 km.

front side view of a 2023 Kia Niro EV on a forest road

A long list of features and technologies are offered as well, like wireless cellphone charging, a 10.25- inch touch screen, Apple CarPlay/Android Auto, heated seats and air conditioning. These and more serve to make the Niro EV one of the top available electric SUVs on the market.

Prices for the 2023 Niro EV are yet to be revealed, but as a comparison, the 2022 model sold at a base price of $ 47,804.

Hyundai Kona EV

side view of a 2023 Hyundai Kona 2023 in town

Offered at a base price of $ 47,035, the 2023 Hyundai Kona EV also has an electric motor with 201 horsepower on both available trims, and a remarkable energy efficiency of 1.8/2.2 Le/100 km.

More compact than all the other models in this Top 5, the Kona EV will provide you with cargo space ranging between 544 and 1,296 liters. It is the ideal candidate for buyers looking for an electric vehicle that is more spacious than a simple sedan, but smaller than any other SUV.

It is enjoyable to drive, provides you with several added technologies and offers a great price-quality ratio, making it one of the best 2023 electric SUVs.

Kia EV6

The latest Kia model, the EV6, sells at a base price of $ 48,110 and is offered in no less than 5 trim levels, each more stunning than the next. Power varies between 167 and 320 horsepower, depending on selected trim, and it can also tow up to 2,300 pounds.

Moreover, electric range varies between 373 and 499 kilometers, while energy efficiency plays between 1.7/2.4 Le/100 km and 2.0/2.5 Le/100 km. Finally, you will have access to cargo space ranging between 690 and 1,322 liters, depending on if rear seats are folded down or not.

front side view of a 2023 Kia EV6 on the road

The 2023 EV6 is currently available for sale at a special price at Kia Chambly! For a limited time only, you will have the opportunity of saving up to $ 12,000 on this electric SUV (some conditions apply).

Would you like to find out more about the best 2023 electric SUVs or get useful advice on which electric SUV to buy depending on your needs and budget? Then come and visit us today at Kia Chambly!

  Kia Soul EV Hyundai Ioniq 5 Kia Niro EV Hyundai Kona EV Kia EV6
MSRP $45,909 $51,635 $47,804 (2022) $47,035 $48,009
Power 201 hp 168—320 hp 201 hp 201 hp 167—320 hp
Electric Range 248—383 km 488 km 385 km 415 km 373—499 km
Energy Efficiency 1,9/2,3 Le/100 km 1,7/2,4 Le/100 km 1,9/2,3 Le/100 km 1,8/2,2 Le/100 km 1,7/2,4 Le/100 km
Towing No 1650—2000 lb No No 2,300 lb
  Kia Soul EV Hyundai Ioniq 5 Kia Niro EV
MSRP $45,909 $51,635 $47,804 (2022)
Power 201 hp 168—320 hp 201 hp
Electric Range 248—383 km 488 km 385 km
Energy Efficiency 1,9/2,3 Le/100 km 1,7/2,4 Le/100 km 1,9/2,3 Le/100 km
Towing No 1650—2000 lb No
  Hyundai Kona EV Kia EV6
MSRP $47,035 $48,009
Power 201 hp 167—320 hp
Electric Range 415 km 373—499 km
Energy Efficiency 1,8/2,2 Le/100 km 1,7/2,4 Le/100 km
Towing No 2,300 lb
rear side view of a 2023 Kia Kona EV in town