2023 Best Selling Midsize Luxury SUVs In the United States (All Models Ranked)
The midsize luxury SUV segment in the U.S. has experienced significant growth and evolution over the past few years, driven by shifting consumer preferences and advancements in technology. Midsize luxury SUVs have witnessed a surge in popularity as more consumers opt for vehicles that combine luxury, space, and utility. This segment effectively bridges the gap between performance and practicality, appealing to families, professionals, and luxury enthusiasts alike.
Recognizing the growing demand, luxury automakers have expanded their SUV lineups. Brands like BMW, Mercedes-Benz, Audi, and Lexus, among others, have introduced new models, trims, or redesigned existing models to cater to the segment’s diversity. The push towards green and sustainable mobility has also touched the luxury SUV space. Many luxury brands are introducing hybrid, plug-in hybrid, or all-electric versions of their midsize SUVs. Vehicles like the Audi e-tron and the Mercedes-Benz EQC represent this push within the segment.
Beyond the standard models, automakers are also introducing performance-oriented versions of their midsize SUVs. Examples include the BMW X5 M, Mercedes-AMG GLE 63, and the Porsche Cayenne Turbo. These models cater to enthusiasts who seek sportscar-like performance in an SUV package. As the segment grows and becomes more competitive, automakers are offering attractive financing, leasing, and pricing strategies to lure customers. This competition benefits consumers as they get more features and innovations at competitive price points.
Here Are The Most Popular Midsize Luxury SUVs in the U.S for 2023
This data table looks at last month’s total midsize luxury SUV sales volumes in the United States by model. We compare U.S market midsize luxury SUV sales for last month with the same month last year. We also include the year to date sales numbers and compare with the same year to date numbers from last year. With both monthly and YTD sales numbers we have a growth rate column so you can better gauge an individual midsize luxury SUV sales success in the U.S market.
| Model | Month | Month LY | Change | YTD | YTD LY | YTD Change |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lincoln Aviator | 2,465 | 2,241 | 10.00 | 6,250 | 5,236 | 19.37 |
| Porsche Cayenne | 1,116 | 1,685 | -33.77 | 3,262 | 4,742 | -31.21 |
| Land Rover Defender | 1,952 | 1,330 | 46.77 | 5,706 | 3,745 | 52.36 |
| Land Rover Discovery / LR4 | 193 | 137 | 40.88 | 563 | 386 | 45.85 |
| Mercedes-Benz EQE SUV | 1,312 | 0 | 0.00 | 3,834 | 0 | 0.00 |
| Mercedes-Benz EQS SUV | 567 | 740 | -23.38 | 1,659 | 2,296 | -27.74 |
| Jaguar F-Pace | 538 | 572 | -5.94 | 1,574 | 1,611 | -2.30 |
| Mercedes-Benz GLE-Class | 5,164 | 5,652 | -8.63 | 15,096 | 15,910 | -5.12 |
| Genesis GV80 | 2,270 | 1,491 | 52.25 | 4,768 | 3,939 | 21.05 |
| Lexus GX | 583 | 2,472 | -76.42 | 3,858 | 6,370 | -39.43 |
| Acura MDX | 4,380 | 6,076 | -27.91 | 11,141 | 15,223 | -26.81 |
| Lincoln MKX/Nautilus | 3,801 | 2,162 | 75.81 | 9,231 | 5,131 | 79.91 |
| Tesla Model X | 171 | 2,132 | -91.98 | 499 | 6,001 | -91.68 |
| Audi Q7 | 1,439 | 2,281 | -36.91 | 4,205 | 6,421 | -34.51 |
| Audi Q8 | 614 | 1,016 | -39.57 | 1,796 | 2,860 | -37.20 |
| Audi Q8 e-Tron | 552 | 0 | 0.00 | 1,614 | 0 | 0.00 |
| Audi Q8 Sportback e-tron | 221 | 0 | 0.00 | 647 | 0 | 0.00 |
| Infiniti QX60 | 2,167 | 2,536 | -14.55 | 6,333 | 7,138 | -11.28 |
| Rivian R1S | 2,908 | 80 | 3,535.00 | 8,500 | 225 | 3,677.78 |
| Land Rover Range Rover Sport | 1,408 | 951 | 48.05 | 4,116 | 2,676 | 53.81 |
| Land Rover Range Rover Velar | 377 | 750 | -49.73 | 1,101 | 2,110 | -47.82 |
| Lexus RX | 10,599 | 9,344 | 13.43 | 26,473 | 25,947 | 2.03 |
| Alfa Romeo Tonale | 249 | 0 | 0.00 | 727 | 0 | 0.00 |
| Lexus TX | 3,649 | 0 | 0.00 | 9,956 | 0 | 0.00 |
| BMW X5 | 5,105 | 6,151 | -17.01 | 14,923 | 17,315 | -13.81 |
| BMW X6 | 525 | 812 | -35.34 | 1,535 | 2,286 | -32.85 |
| Volvo XC90 | 4,048 | 2,834 | 42.84 | 9,489 | 7,890 | 20.27 |
| Cadillac XT5 | 2,147 | 2,588 | -17.04 | 6,275 | 7,285 | -13.86 |
| Cadillac XT6 | 1,576 | 1,692 | -6.86 | 4,606 | 4,762 | -3.28 |
| ∑ = 62,096 | ∑ = 57,725 | ∑ = 169,737 | ∑ = 157,505 |
2023 U.S Quarterly Midsize Luxury SUV Sales Numbers
This data table looks at quarterly sales performance for the midsize luxury SUV segment in the United States. It includes all major midsize luxury SUV models sold in the U.S market. We compare last quarter’s midsize SUV U.S sales at the model level with the same midsize luxury SUV model sales quarter last year. We also include a growth rate too so you can see which midsize luxury SUV models are growing and which ones are declining. The quarterly view of midsize luxury SUV sales at the model level often gives you a better picture of what is happening than monthly because it takes out some of the month to month noise.
2023 New Midsize Luxury SUV Sales Data by Month in the U.S
This sales data table looks at monthly sales performance for the midsize luxury SUV segment in the United States on a month to month basis for the entire year so far. It includes all major midsize luxury SUV models sold in the U.S market and you can see that the monthly midsize luxury SUV sales trends clearly. Seeing the individual ports car model sales performance in this way gives you a good sense of the momentum (good or bad).
