11 Midsize SUVs That Stand Out as the Best Buys of 2025

Shopping for the perfect midsize SUV in 2025? We’ve got you covered. These 11 SUVs combine performance, comfort, technology, and reliability making them the best options in their class this year. Whether you want power, practicality, or premium features, these models prove you can have it all in one package.

Kia Telluride

So the Kia Telluride yeah, you saw that coming, right? Everyone still won’t shut up about how it’s the “best in class,” and, like, honestly, you sit inside one and get why. The seats are squishy in a good way, the buttons actually make sense, and it somehow looks both, um, tough and upscale. You get all this fancy stuff even on the cheaper trims. Around $38,000 and you might feel like you robbed the car dealer. If you want to, you can push it close to $55k now, which is, um, wild, but it seriously feels that nice inside.

Hyundai Palisade

Okay, so, like, if you’re thinking “Why does this look like the Telluride?” it’s ‘cause, yeah, they share a lot. But the Palisade’s a little more glam, I think? The interior does this weird “funky fancy” thing, and honestly, the tech’s pretty good. Some people even say they prefer this over Kia’s because of the super-nerdy features like, I dunno, the pillow headrests in the top trim. Starts around $39,000. Not cheap, but, you know, it feels more “premium” than you’d expect.

Honda Pilot

The Honda Pilot, man, it’s like, for folks who don’t wanna think too hard. Not that it’s boring, but it never really lets you down reliable engine, tons of space, and the backseat’s, uhm, basically a kid-hauler dream. The design got boxier, kind of old-school SUV vibes now, and the price is…eh, $40,000 or so? My neighbor loves his Pilot more than his dog and, uh, that’s saying something. Not especially “wow,” but it just works.

Mazda CX-90

Mazda really tried to put BMW on notice with this one, not gonna lie. Feels swishy inside, drives sportier than you’d expect for a seven-seater, and those in-line six engines oh man, chef’s kiss if you care about driving fun. The hybrid version even sips gas a bit. Kinda pricey though, creeping up close to $40,000 for base and almost $55,000 if you go crazy with options. But, uh, you can say, “Yeah, I drive the cool Mazda,” which is always fun.

Toyota Grand Highlander

Okay, don’t confuse this with the “regular” Highlander it’s like, the Highlander but on protein powder. More space, better legroom way in the back, and Toyota reliability… so yeah, owners sleep easy at night. I mean, it eats up road trips. Around $44,000 to start, and if you want hybrid, expect to pay more. I’d say it’s a strong “dad with a spreadsheet” choice, but honestly, everyone seems to dig it.

Ford Bronco

Alright, so, not gonna lie, the Bronco is for folks who want to, uh, be noticed. This isn’t your quiet family hauler; it’s got attitude, those retro looks, and off-road chops if you ever wanna, like, bounce over some dirt. Kinda noisy, tons of plastic, but it’s fun—and not every SUV in this list will make you wanna go camping. Somewhere around $39,000 for most trims, which… is a fair price for the “cool factor” alone.

Hyundai Santa Fe

The Santa Fe? Oof, it’s sneaky good. Looks sharp now, the hybrid kills it on fuel (seriously, mid-30s mpg, like magic), and Hyundai’s just throwing every feature at the wall—wireless CarPlay, heated everything. Price is right, too: base is like $36,000, loaded hybrid, maybe $44K. Honestly, if you hate spending at the pump, this is one to eyeball.

Kia EV9

Okay, EV9. This one kinda blows up the “boring SUV” thing because, well, it’s electric, first of all, but it’s also huge like, alt-universe Telluride but runs on electrons. Range is what, up to 300 miles if you pick the right one? Price kicks off way up at $56,000, so yeah, not for cheapskates, but it’s wild how cushy and futuristic it feels inside. If you want an EV that can actually haul your family, this is, uh, kinda the only game right now.

Chevrolet Blazer

Blazer is that kid in school who reinvented himself used to be all about off-roading and now it’s more street style. Looks sharp, drives easy, fuel economy isn’t half bad, and you’re looking at $38,000 base price-ish. Owners say it feels “young” whatever that means? and honestly, if you want less “dad van” and more “weekender,” this is one of those sweet spots.

Toyota Crown Signia

This one’s newer for 2025 and, not gonna lie, it’s kind of crossover-meets-station wagon, but the point is you get hybrid Toyota reliability, a plush interior, and killer gas mileage. Like, up to 28 mpg combined. Priced somewhere around $43,000. If you hate the usual SUV box-shape but want the practicality, this is an interesting one. I haven’t seen a ton on the road yet, but the early adopter types love it.

Subaru Outback

Ahh, the Outback just won’t die, will it? In a good way! Feels roomy, comes with all-wheel drive, barely sneaks into the “SUV” category, and honestly, every third person in Colorado drives one. Super safe, cargo area’s big enough for a kayak (okay, maybe not quite, but almost). About $36,000 base and you know the Subaru crowd is all about those outdoorsy vibes. Won’t rock your world, but, um, it’ll always get you where you wanna go.youtube​