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Best Large SUVs for 2026

39 SUVs earned NHTSA's published safety ratings for 2026. The 2026 Volkswagen Atlas Cross Sport appears first with a 5-star NHTSA safety rating and IIHS Top Safety Pick+, starting at $38,300. Ranked by NHTSA safety rating, highest first, then base price, cheapest first when results are tied.

First Result

2026 Volkswagen Atlas Cross Sport

5-star NHTSA safety rating with IIHS Top Safety Pick+

$38,300 starting MSRP, 22-23 MPG

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How this list is generated

Model year: 2026; Vehicle type: SUV; Size class: Full-Size. Data is refreshed periodically from published sources.

215-Star Rated
13IIHS Awards
20Brands
$38k–$160kPrice Range

Sources: NHTSA.gov, IIHS.org, fueleconomy.gov, RepairPal.com, AAA.

Vehicles Matching These Criteria

39 vehicles

Common Questions

How many 2026 SUVs have 5-star safety ratings?

21 of 39 SUVs earned NHTSA's top 5-star overall safety rating for 2026. Prices start at $38,300.

Which 2026 SUVs have zero recalls?

12 of 39 vehicles shown on this page have no recalls on file with NHTSA. Recall counts can change at any time as manufacturers and NHTSA identify new issues.

Which brands have SUVs on this list?

20 brands are represented: Audi, BMW, Buick, Cadillac, Chevrolet, Dodge, Ford, GMC, and 12 more. Rankings are based on EPA, NHTSA, IIHS, AAA, and RepairPal data, not editorial opinion.