Luxury SUVs are often associated with steep repair bills and costly maintenance, but not all of them fit that stereotype. In fact, a growing number of premium models combine upscale comfort with dependability, proving that owning luxury doesn’t have to drain your bank account.
In 2025, many of the most affordable-to-own luxury SUVs also benefit from electric powertrains. With fewer moving parts and less frequent maintenance needs, EVs are helping reshape how drivers think about long-term ownership costs. These vehicles deliver cutting-edge tech and refinement without the financial headache typically linked to luxury badges.
This list highlights ten luxury SUVs that strike the perfect balance between low upkeep and high-end appeal. These models offer peace of mind, minimal repair concerns, and a sense of sophistication that lasts long after the warranty expires.
In order to give you the most up-to-date and accurate information possible, the data used to compile this article was sourced from various manufacturer websites and other authoritative sources, including Kelley Blue Book, Edmunds, J.D. Power, and RepairPal. CarEdge was used to source data related to long-term maintenance costs. These maintenance costs are estimates based on reported repairs and historical data.
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Cadillac Lyriq
Average 10-year maintenance costs: $7,283
Cadillac is one of the many brands that has committed to a fully electric future. It makes a lot of sense for the American automaker, as they’ve really struggled to find their footing in the last couple of years, falling behind rivals from Europe and Asia. The Lyriq is their mid-size electric SUV, and it delivers a plush cabin and a comfortable ride, as well as starting cheaper than most of its competitors.
Maintenance and reliability
- Average 10-year maintenance costs: $7,284 (CarEdge)
- Recalls: 9
- Reliability score: 66/100
In terms of maintenance, the Lyriq is easily one of the most affordable luxury SUVs you can buy. CarEdge estimates that it is $5,169 cheaper to maintain over ten years than the average luxury SUV. Unfortunately, this is spoiled by a long list of recalls since its launch in 2023 and a reliability score that is below par.
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Audi Q6 e-tron
Average 10-year maintenance costs: $7,244
Audi was one of the early adopters of EV technology, managing to seamlessly integrate their style into the more contemporary electric format. The Q6 e-tron is a compact SUV that sits between the Q4 e-tron and the Q8 e-tron in Audi’s lineup. It delivers impressive acceleration and a number of tech features, as is expected from the German automaker.
Maintenance and reliability
- Average 10-year maintenance costs: $7,244 (CarEdge)
- Recalls: 2
- Reliability score: 56/100
Once again, it is a good thing that maintenance on this luxury SUV is so low, because it has one of the lower reliability scores out there. CarEdge estimates that you’ll spend $5,209 less maintaining your Q6 e-tron over ten years than you would on the average luxury SUV. Despite being a relatively new nameplate, Audi has already issued two recall notices.
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Volvo EX40
Average 10-year maintenance costs: $7,283
Volvo is a brand that we think isn’t praised enough for their approach to luxury. While many of the brand’s direct competitors focus on flashiness and gimmicks, Volvo simply aims to deliver quiet quality. The EX40 is a pretty good example of this ethos, with an interior that is covered in plush materials and loaded with features without feeling kitsch.
Maintenance and reliability
- Average 10-year maintenance costs: $7,094 (CarEdge)
- Recalls: 1
- Reliability score: N/A
Volvo is known for their focus on safety and quality. This is why, despite the EX40 not being rated when it comes to reliability, we expect it to rank higher than some of its direct rivals. There has only been one recall issued, which was for a software related issue. CarEdge estimates that there is a 37 percent chance that the Volvo will need a major repair in its first ten years, which is any single repair that costs more than $500.
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Cadillac Optiq
Average 10-year maintenance costs: $7,088
Cadillac makes the list again, this time with their smaller compact electric SUV, the Optiq. This EV does battle in a super competitive segment, going up against the likes of the Porsche Macan EV, but we think that it holds its own pretty well. It delivers an impressively upscale experience for the price you pay, a good amount of electric range, and a spacious interior.
Maintenance and reliability
- Average 10-year maintenance costs: $7,088 (CarEdge)
- Recalls: 0
- Reliability score: N/A
Like some of the other cars before the Optiq on this list, the Cadillac is a fairly new model. This means that we are yet to see just how well it holds up over time. One good sign, though, is the fact that it is the first model on this list to not be plagued by recalls. CarEdge estimates that you’ll pay $5,365 less maintaining the Optiq in its first ten years than you would on the average luxury SUV.
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Volvo EX30
Average 10-year maintenance costs: $6,863
Volvo strikes again, with one of the more affordable SUVs on this list. Despite coming packed with luxury features, the subcompact EX30 is one of the most affordable new electric vehicles that you can buy in the U.S. It might be a little cramped on the inside, but it makes up for it with a well-balanced ride and a dual-motor setup that is downright quick.
Maintenance and reliability
- Average 10-year maintenance costs: $6,863 (CarEdge)
- Recalls: 0
- Reliability score: 63/100
J.D. Power awards the Volvo EX30 a score of 63 out of 100 for quality and reliability, but with it entering its second year on the market, only time will really tell how well it holds up. In terms of expected maintenance costs, though, it comes out ahead. CarEdge estimates that you’ll spend around $5,590 less over ten years maintaining the EX30 than you would the average luxury SUV.
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Acura ZDX
Average 10-year maintenance costs: $5,979
Acura joined the electric fight by reviving a nameplate that was last used over a decade ago. Just as brazenly styled as the old crossover, the new ZDX is striking and definitely stands out on the road. The electric SUV uses many of the same parts as the Cadillac Lyriq as part of a partnership between Honda and General Motors, which could be a good thing or a bad thing depending on how you feel about American automakers.
Maintenance and reliability
- Average 10-year maintenance costs: $5,979 (CarEdge)
- Recalls: 3
- Reliability score: N/A
Despite being built using many of the same parts as the Cadillac Lyriq, CarEdge estimates maintenance costs to be even lower for the ZDX. While it hasn’t been rated when it comes to reliability, the fact that three recalls were issued for a single model year is not particularly encouraging. CarEdge does estimate that there is only a 29.6 percent chance that any single repair in its first ten years will cost more than $500, which is much lower than average.
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Genesis GV60
Average 10-year maintenance costs: $5,475
Genesis has built a name for itself by offering luxury that competes with top players while undercutting them by thousands of dollars. The GV60 demonstrates this approach, with a bevy of features and interior tech that matches what is on offer from legacy brands, all while coming with a relatively affordable starting price.
Maintenance and reliability
- Average 10-year maintenance costs: $5,475 (CarEdge)
- Recalls: 7
- Reliability score: 71/100
The electric Genesis crossover manages a quality and reliability score that is higher than most of the other electric vehicles on this list. It has been around for a couple years as well, so there is also more data to draw from. Unfortunately, like most modern EVs, it has been plagued by a high number of recalls. CarEdge does, however, estimate that there is only a 26 percent chance it will need a major repair in its first ten years.
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Audi Q4 e-tron
Average 10-year maintenance costs: $5,318
The Q4 e-tron is Audi’s compact electric SUV, and it continues to offer the same level of technology that we’ve come to expect from the brand. Unfortunately, it is a little dull to drive and rivals offer more electric range. However, its ride is incredibly plush, it offers some of the nicest and most comfortable seats out there, and it comes packed with standard driver assists.
Maintenance and reliability
- Average 10-year maintenance costs: $5,318 (CarEdge)
- Recalls: 6
- Reliability score: 67/100
The Audi Q4 e-tron is one of the longer running electric nameplates for the brand, so there is a reasonable amount of data to draw on when it comes to short-term reliability. While its reliability score is not as high as some luxury ICE SUVs, it is on the higher end for an EV. Maintenance costs are exceptionally affordable, though, with CarEdge estimating you’ll spend $3,725 less over ten years than you would on the average luxury SUV.
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Tesla Model X
Average 10-year maintenance costs: $4,885
Tesla burst onto the scene, with a lot of hype behind them, and they have seen a ton of success over the last couple of years. While their mainstream Model 3 and Model Y are their most popular models, they also offer more luxurious vehicles like the Model X. It is fair to say that it is a bit gimmicky (see falcon-wing doors), but it does compete with high-end models.
Maintenance and reliability
- Average 10-year maintenance costs: $4,885 (CarEdge)
- Recalls: 38
- Reliability score: 81/100
The Model X has been around since 2016, which is a lot longer than most of the other cars on this list. While it has been plagued by some quality issues over the years, Tesla seems to have gotten on top of them. J.D. Power rates the electric SUV quite well. CarEdge estimates that there is only an 18.8 percent chance that you’ll spend more than $500 on a single repair in its first ten years on the road.
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Lexus RZ
Starting 10-year maintenance costs: $4,566
Lexus has one of the best reputations on the market when it comes to reliability and maintenance costs. Thus, it isn’t all that surprising that the most affordable luxury SUV to maintain is their electric RZ. It is also one of the most affordable options in its segment, despite coming loaded with high-end features. It might not be the most exciting option, but it is exceptionally plush.
Maintenance and reliability
- Average 10-year maintenance costs: $4,566 (CarEdge)
- Recalls: 0
- Reliability score: N/A
While the RZ has not yet been rated for reliability, we expect that it will do well because of Lexus’ intense focus on quality and longevity. They are consistently ranked as one of the most reliable automakers on the market by a number of different sources. CarEdge estimates maintenace cost to be low, $7,887 less over ten years than the average luxury SUV.