Safest SUVs

SUVs and crossovers ranked by NHTSA NCAP overall star rating. Ties broken by fewest recalls, then best MPG.

1. Rank 1

   2026 Audi Q7

   Standard Sport Utility Vehicle 4WD · Premium Gasoline
   Combined MPG

   22

   Safety

   Recalls

   4

   Complaints

   83
2. Rank 2

   2023 Audi Q8

   Standard Sport Utility Vehicle 4WD · Premium Gasoline
   Combined MPG

   20

   Safety

   Recalls

   2

   Complaints

   0
3. Rank 3

   2020 Dodge Journey

   Small Sport Utility Vehicle 2WD · Regular Gasoline
   Combined MPG

   21

   Safety

   Recalls

   1

   Complaints

   0

Rankings are derived from NHTSA NCAP safety ratings, NHTSA recall and complaint feeds, and EPA combined MPG. Formula details: /methodology.