With crossovers/SUVs becoming ever more dominant in the automotive landscape, it was only a matter of time until they became more capable on- and off-road. Motor Trend tests hundreds of vehicles every year and among them are a select few crossovers/SUVs that stand apart for straight-line performance that can rival some sports cars. Sure, some of them are better at hauling the family, but that doesn’t mean they can’t haul butt on the road when needed. Here are the 20 quickest crossovers/SUVs Motor Trend has recently tested.
2016 Honda Pilot Elite AWD
0-60 mph: 6.5 seconds
1/4 Mile: 15.1 seconds at 91.2 mph
Adept at hauling the family and going off the beaten path, the 2016 Honda Pilot is also one of the quickest in its class when it comes to straight-line performance thanks to a 280-hp V-6, all-wheel drive, and a nine-speed automatic transmission on the Touring and Elite trim levels. When the road gets twisty, the Pilot is also up for a good time thanks to its surprising agility and handling.
2016 Acura MDX
0 to 60 mph: 6.4 seconds
1/4 Mile: 14.9 seconds at 92.5 mph
The 2016 Acura MDX is surprisingly quick for its size thanks to a 290-hp, 3.5-liter V-6 and a new nine-speed automatic transmission tuned for acceleration. Among family-oriented luxury SUVs, the MDX is one of the best-driving entries and is surprisingly capable on the twisties when equipped with Acura’s slick Super Handling All-Wheel Drive system (SH-AWD).
2016 Lincoln MKX
0 to 60 mph: 6.4 seconds
1/4 Mile: 14.7 seconds at 94 mph
Thanks to a 2.7-liter twin-turbo V-6 generating 335 hp and 380 lb-ft of torque, the 2016 Lincoln MKX can accelerate with authority when needed. You’ll also be coddled in luxury thanks to the car’s quiet interior and a smooth ride that soaks up major ruts and bumps as you drive cross-country to your next adventure.
2015 GMC Yukon Denali XL
0-60 mph: 6.2 seconds
1/4 Mile: 14.7 seconds at 94.4 mph
Despite its size, the GMC Yukon Denali XL offers strong acceleration thanks to an eight-speed automatic transmission and a 420-hp, 6.2-liter V-8 with 460 lb-ft of torque. Need to keep your fuel in check during your long road trip? No problem! The Yukon Denali XL’s V-8 comes with Active Cylinder Management that turns off four of the eight cylinders.
2015 Cadillac Escalade
0-60 mph: 5.9 seconds
1/4 Mile: 14.4 seconds at 96.8 mph
Perhaps the vehicle most associated with the Cadillac brand, the Escalade offers strong acceleration for such a massive SUV because of its standard 420-hp V-8 engine and eight-speed automatic transmission. A long wheelbase model called the Escalade ESV is also offered with the same powertrain combination should you need to haul your extended family and their luggage.
2015 BMW X6 xDrive35i
0-60 mph: 5.8 seconds
1/4 Mile: 14.5 seconds at 95.9 mph
The BMW X6 inaugurated the coupe-like crossover craze when it debuted in 2008 as a 2009 model. As a result, it has led other luxury automakers such as Mercedes-Benz to create their own attack turtles on wheels to compete with the X6.
2015 Ford Edge Sport
0-60 mph: 5.7 seconds
1/4 Mile: 14.3 seconds at 95.9 mph
Currently the sportiest crossover in the Ford lineup, the Edge Sport comes equipped with a 2.7-liter twin-turbo V-6 good for 315 hp and 350 lb-ft of torque and standard all-wheel drive for quick getaways in any weather. Your passengers will be able to enjoy a comfortable cabin packed with technologies such as Ford’s Sync 3 infotainment system.
2017 Audi Q7
0-60 mph: 5.7 seconds
1/4 Mile: 14.3 seconds at 97.5 mph
Lighter than the car it replaces, the 2017 Audi Q7 offers quick acceleration for quick getaways or simply rocketing your family up an on-ramp. Powered by the same supercharged 3.0-liter V-6 with 333 hp and 325 lb-ft of torque from last year, the new Q7 offers power on demand when you need it to get going quickly.
2015 BMW X4 xDrive35i
0-60 mph: 5.2 seconds
1/4 Mile: 13.9 seconds at 98.8 mph
Essentially the baby brother of the X6, the BMW X4 is a compact crossover-coupe that’s also available with the same 300-hp, 3.0-liter I-6 found on the X6 for blistering straight-line acceleration. Look for a more potent X4 M40i to go on sale this year with a more powerful 3.0-liter turbo-six rated at 355 hp and 343 lb-ft of torque
2016 Mercedes-Benz GLE550e
0-60 mph: 5.2 seconds
1/4 Mile: 13.7 seconds at 100.6 mph
If there’s proof that you can make a hybrid SUV with strong acceleration, it’s the Mercedes-Benz GLE550e. Powered by a hybrid powertrain that pairs an electric motor with a 3.0-liter twin-turbo V-6, the GLE550e has a total output of 436 hp and 479 lb-ft of torque so you can use it for hauling cargo and people or leaving others in your dust.
2016 Mercedes-Benz GLE450 AMG Coupe
0-60 mph: 5.1 seconds
1/4 Mile: 13.8 seconds at 99.1 mph
Essentially a doppelganger of the BMW X6 wearing a three-pointed star, the Mercedes-Benz GLE450 AMG Coupe brings blistering acceleration along with a polarizing exterior. Under the hood is a 3.0-liter twin-turbo V-6 rated at 362 hp and 384 lb-ft of torque backed by a new nine-speed automatic transmission developed in-house.
2015 Porsche Macan S
0-60 mph: 4.9 seconds
1/4 Mile: 13.5 seconds at 102.1 mph
Porsche’s entry-level model is also a high-riding crossover that packs a 340-hp, 3.0-liter, twin-turbo V-6 and standard all-wheel drive for quick acceleration and all-weather traction. The Macan S can also be had with an air suspension that lets you lower the car for improved fuel efficiency and handling on the twisty bits.
2015 Audi SQ5
0-60 mph: 4.4 seconds
1/4 Mile: 13.1 seconds at 104.2 mph
Currently the only performance-minded crossover in Audi’s U.S. lineup, the SQ5 offers power on demand thanks to its supercharged 3.0-liter V-6 making 354 hp and 346 lb-ft of torque. The standard all-wheel-drive system gives you traction in tricky weather or when you’re drifting in snow or sand.
2015 Land Rover Range Rover Sport Supercharged
0-60 mph: 4.4 seconds
1/4 Mile: 12.9 seconds at 108.8 mph
The Land Rover Range Rover Sport Supercharged is one of only a few SUVs that offer high levels of luxury in a package that can literally go anywhere. Need to get through a trail after you’ve exited the Autobahn? No problem! The Range Rover Sport Supercharged still retains its trademark off-road capability despite gaining exceptional on-road manners.
2015 Mercedes-AMG GLA45
0-60 mph: 4.3 seconds
1/4 Mile: 12.8 seconds at 107.9 mph
Think of the Mercedes-AMG GLA45 as a rally car for the streets. It’s powerful, quick, agile, and downright insane thanks to its 355-hp, 2.0-liter turbo-four and seven-speed twin-clutch gearbox. For 2016, Mercedes-AMG has made the GLA45 even more potent by upping its power to a maddening 375 hp, making its 2.0-liter turbo-four one of the most power-dense engines in production today.
2015 Land Rover Range Rover Sport SVR
0-60 mph: 4.3 seconds
1/4 Mile: 12.7 seconds at 110.1 mph
Looking for an SUV than can do all of the things you expect it to do and also tackle a racetrack? Then check out the 550-hp Land Rover Range Rover Sport SVR, an SUV that possesses the off-road prowess you expect from a Land Rover with an extra dose of madness. You’ll be able to drive this one on the racetrack and not worry about tipping over because it has no body roll.
2015 Porsche Macan Turbo
0-60 mph: 4.2 seconds
1/4 Mile: 12.9 seconds at 106.2 mph
Is the Porsche Macan S not fast enough? Then consider the more powerful Macan Turbo, which takes the same 3.0-liter, twin-turbo V-6 and bumps things up to 400 hp and 406 lb-ft of torque. The extra oomph turns the Macan into a rocket in any road condition. The available air suspension gives you the ground clearance needed for traversing trails and allows you to lower the SUV for maximum performance on-road at high speeds.
2016 Porsche Cayenne Turbo S
0-60 mph: 4.2 seconds
1/4 Mile: 12.9 seconds at 107.4 mph
Currently the most powerful Porsche SUV you can buy, the Cayenne Turbo S packs a 4.8-liter twin-turbo V-8 rated at 570 hp and 590 lb-ft of torque, making it an Autobahn cruise missile that can also take your family camping. The standard air suspension allows you to lower and raise the car for optimum performance.
2016 Mercedes-AMG GLE63 Coupe S
0-60 mph: 3.9 seconds
1/4 Mile: 12.5 seconds at 110.5 mph
Mercedes’ X6 competitor wouldn’t be complete if it didn’t include an atomic armadillo with a 577-hp, twin-turbo V-8. The GLE63 Coupe S is essentially a GLE Coupe that was exposed to radioactive substances and evolved into a fire-breathing monster than can shame some sports cars in a straight line and even on the twisty bits.
2015 BMW X6 M
0-60 mph: 3.7 seconds
1/4 Mile: 12.1 seconds at 114.3 mph
The ultimate atomic turtle is built in the U.S. by a German automaker and goes by the name of BMW X6 M. Featuring a 575-hp, 4.4-liter twin-turbo V-8 and a lightning-quick eight-speed automatic gearbox, the X6 M can crush many performance cars during your commute and even conquer the racetrack.
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