Hyper SUV Showdown: Top 5 New Models Delivering a Thrilling Sports Car Driving Experience
best bienes realtor High-performance SUVs are nothing new in the car industry. For decades, manufacturers produced models that captured the imagination of car fans with massive engines, impressive 0 to 60 mph times, and undeniable opulence.
However, as capable as they were, those models could never match the sports and supercars in their road holding, driving dynamics, and sheer driver experience.
But, with recent additions to the SUV class, manufacturers managed to produce models that have the same levels of excitement as powerful two-door two-seaters but with the comfort, space, and practicality of an SUV.
And, with luxury appointments, features, and materials which made those cars especially interesting and prestigious.
We selected five high-speed SUVs which stand in a class of their own. These models are not just fast and powerful but also deliver unmatched levels of performance and handling, unimaginable not long ago.
These selected models combine the best technology currently available with the most powerful engines, packed in a very aggressive and recognizable form and delivered with the brand’s heritage.
They all follow the same concept but at different paths, redefining what we think the SUV should be.
Ferrari Purosangue
Release date: 13 September 2022
Engine: 6.5-liter, N/A V12 / 715 hp
Top Speed: 193 mph
Price: from $400,000
In 2016, Fiat Group CEO Sergio Marchionne said to reporters at Geneve Motor Show that “Ferrari will not make an SUV. It is not in our DNA .” However, after his tragic passing in 2018, the company clearly decided to ignore his decision and started working on probably the most controversial model in Ferrari’s history. The first Ferrari four-door model had been presented only weeks ago and immediately caused much stir, not just with the buyers but with the general automotive public. First of all, Ferrari insists it is not an SUV (Sport Utility Vehicle) but FUV (Ferrari Utility Vehicle). The company states that this model is constructed with driving dynamics in mind rather than practicality and has all the ingredients of a proper Ferrari, just delivered in a more usable package.
Engineers had a tough job of making an SUV but kept it distinctly Ferrari. The off-road capability was sacrificed, but the all-wheel-drive was retained in a bid to make Purosangue’s suspension and steering more compliant, sharper, and dynamic.
Ferrari knows that the heart of any sports car, regardless of the number of doors and size of the trunk, is the engine, and they installed tan exceptional motor. In a time when we notice a lot of electric SUVs and hybrid models, putting the naturally-aspirated and petrol-powered 6.5-liter V12 is a beautiful act of rebellion. With 715 hp on tap, the results are astonishing, and thankfully the Purosangue is a proper Ferrari, and it is capable of reaching 60 mph in 3.3 seconds and topping 193 mph.
Aston Martin DBX 707
Release date: 1 February 2022
Engine: 4.0-liter, twin-turbo V8 / 698 hp
Top Speed: 193 mph
Price: from $236,000
From the start of the DBX project, Aston Martin’s engineers were determined to make the best-performance SUV in the world. The DBX was supposed to be more than just luxurious or fast. It was supposed to be as dynamic and exciting as driving a two-seater Vantage. It was a tall order, but they managed to pull it off, and as soon as DBX arrived, car journalists were impressed by its precision steering, road holding, and overall feel. However, there is always room for improvement, and in the case of DBX, the improvement has come in early 2022 in the form of the DBX 707 version.
The DBX 707 is a more powerful and more dynamic version of the best-selling Aston SUV. The 4.0-liter, AMG-derived, twin-turbo V8 was retained but thoroughly changed with new turbochargers and engine internals and now delivers 697 hp. However, the most extensive changes were performed in the transmission, which is a 9-speed automatic which is modified and recalibrated for additional power and torque. The result is a sublime 3.1 seconds 0 to 60 mph time and a top speed of 193 mph, which puts the DBX 707 at the very top of the hyper SUV class. To further distinguish the 707 version from the regular DBX, Aston is offering specific colors, a different exhaust system, and trim details. Some critics complain about the outdated infotainment system, which is not as good as some competitors. Still, nobody complains about this astonishing British SUV’s performance, exclusivity, and driving dynamics.
Porsche Cayenne Turbo GT
Release date: 2024
Engine: 4.0-liter, twin-turbo V8 / 650 hp
Top Speed: 169 mph
Price: from $180,000
Porsche introduced the Cayenne 21 years ago, and since it has become one of the most successful, high-performance luxury SUVs ever made.
Recently, the manufacturer has thoroughly refined its successful model. The 2024 Cayenne debuts with a highly digitalized display and control interior concept, new chassis technology and innovative high-tech features. “It’s one of the most extensive product upgrades in the history of Porsche,” says Michael Schätzle, Vice-President Product Line Cayenne. The upgrades include HD Matrix Design LED headlights, an air quality system filtering pollutants from the cabin, and for the first time in the Cayenne, an optional display for the front passenger can be ordered to stream videos during a trip.
A more powerful family of engines emphasizes the ambition to be the most engaging car in its segment.
In its Turbo version, the Cayenne always delivered an impressive performance, but even though it was very capable, it was still a big and heavy SUV that could have been more engaging on a twisty road. However, in 2021, the Cayenne was sent to Porsche’s GT department, responsible for cars such as the 911 GT3 RS and Cayman GT4 RS, to be transformed into a proper supercar with four doors and a big trunk. The result is Cayenne Turbo GT, the fastest SUV that ever lapped the famous Nürburgring circuit in 7:38.925 minutes, which is as fast as Ferrari 458.
Although it looks pretty similar to the regular Cayenne Coupe, the Turbo GT hides massive changes under its skin. First of all, the 4.0-liter, twin-turbo V8 engine was thoroughly reengineered to deliver 631 hp and 626 lb-ft of torque, and it utilized a slightly modified 8-speed automatic transmission. Porsche’s engineers knew power wasn’t everything, so they upgraded and lowered the suspension, installing impressive carbon ceramic brakes, new wheels, and performance rubber. Numerous small touches inside and out help the Cayenne Turbo GT be such a fantastic performer and reach 60 mph in a supercar-beating 3.1 seconds. The top speed of 186 mph makes it very fast, and its Nürburgring record guarantees it is equally fun on the track as the latest 911 Turbo.
BMW XM Label Red
Release date: 28 April 2023
Engine: 4.4-liter, twin-turbo V8 + electric motor / 748 hp
Top Speed: 168 mph+
Price: from $185,000
BMW has been an active player in the super SUV field for years with its X5 M and X6 M duo. However, the company’s ambitious plan for its M Performance division includes a brave step in an exclusive class of ultra-performance SUVs. For that, the Bavarian brand needed a bespoke and very advanced product. Say hello to the recently introduced BMW XM, which is unique to the M Performance division. The XM is not just a new model but also the first M product with a hybrid power train and a forerunner of advanced design language. It is a full-size SUV with a 2.8-tonne curb weight, but with the agility of a proper M car, more power than M5 CS, and all the comfort and luxury features buyers in this segment look for.
The XM is based on X7 SUV but thoroughly redesigned inside and out. The standard model is powered by a 4.4-liter, twin-turbo, V8 engine, which delivers 644 with the help of a 25.7 kWh battery pack and electric motor, making it a plug-in-hybrid. Of course, the XM has BMW’s xDrive all-wheel-drive system and uses the 8-speed ZF automatic gearbox. But even though the standard XM sounds impressive, the real treat and a true competitor to likes of Purosangue or Cayenne GT is the XM Label Red. Arriving later this year, the Label Red is the ultimate version which has a 748 hp engine, torque vectoring, and 48-volt anti-roll bars for the ultimate handling and driving experience. The exact performance figures are still not revealed, but it will undoubtedly be faster than the regular model. It means that XM Label Red will go from 0 to 60 mph in under 4 seconds, and its top speed will be higher than 168 mph.
Lamborghini Urus Performante
Release date: 2023
Engine: 4.0-liter, twin-turbo V8 /666 hp
Top Speed: 190 mph
Price: from $260,000
Although the Lamborghini is one of the most recognizable supercar brands, this company started the hyper SUV trend back in 1986 with the introduction of the Lamborghini LM002. The Rambo Lambo (as it was called) wasn’t exactly a sales hit company hoped for, but it remained a fan favorite due to its aggressive styling, off-road capabilities, and 5.2-liter V12 engine. Fast forward a few decades, and Lamborghini again rocks the super SUVs world with its successful Urus. However, as capable and fast as the standard Urus is, Lamborghini knows there is always room for improvement. So, let’s introduce the Urus Performante, a top-of-the-line model from Santa Agata.
With 666 hp on tap, a thoroughly modified exterior, new carbon trim, and massive 22-inch wheels, the Performante is impossible to confuse with the regular Urus. Lamborghini’s engineers revised the suspension, widened the front and track, and improved braking and steering. Even the aerodynamics package has been upgraded (since most of the customers will likely try to experience the claimed 190 mph top speed). For those who are going to drag race the Urus, the Performante is capable of reaching 60 mph in just 3.3 seconds. Interestingly, even though all super SUVs are heavy vehicles, the Urus Performante dropped 47 kgs compared to the standard model. Although it is not a significant weight loss, it slightly improves driving dynamics.
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