The Tesla Model Y is the bestselling electric SUV on the market today. It nearly matches sales of the gas-powered Honda CR-V, and actually outsold the ever-popular Jeep Grand Cherokee in 2022. Its appeal is easy to see: The entry-level Model Y can go 260 miles on a single charge according to the EPA. The upper trim Model Y, called the Long Range trim, can go an EPA-estimated 330 miles. It’s also the most efficient electric SUV available, needing only 28 kilowatt-hours (kWh) to go 100 miles. Its storage capacity is excellent, nearly matching the CR-V when the rear seats are folded down. And buying a Tesla gets you access to the company’s massive Supercharger network, no small matter if you plan on hitting the open road in your electric vehicle. The Model Y’s success has spawned competition, and many electric SUVs from other manufacturers give the Model Y a run for its money. For instance, the Ford Mustang Mach-E is comfortable and gets 250 miles on a full charge in the entry-level Select trim. The Hyundai Ioniq 5 offers a stylish design and more standard features than its competitors. And the Volkswagen ID.4 pairs a comfortable ride with a roomy interior. CarMax shares all the information you need to understand range and efficiency, and ultimately choose an electric SUV that meets your needs. Just a note: Efficiency is measured a bit differently in electric vehicles (EVs) than gasoline ones. If electric range tells you how far you can go on a single charge, you can think of electric efficiency, kilowatts per hour (kWh), as a mile per gallon-like figure that helps you understand how much it costs to get all that range. The smaller the kWh numbers, the better. That’s because EV efficiency measures how much energy it takes to move the car 100 miles; the less energy needed, the more efficient it is, and the less often you’ll have to charge. The Electric SUV alternatives