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The best electric trucks SUVs and crossovers built for towing

Tesla Cybertruck driving in desert off-road
Defender towing an RV on road

Electric vehicles are getting stronger

Electric trucks and SUVs are no longer just cool new tech; they’re strong enough to tow big campers and boats with ease. That means outdoor fun, family trips, and hard work can all still happen without gas.

More electric models are coming out each year, and many of them are built just for hauling and towing. EVs are proving that power doesn’t have to come from gasoline anymore.

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Audi Q8 e-tron pulls with style

The Audi Q8 e-tron is a fancy electric SUV that can pull trailers weighing up to 4,000 pounds, making it a solid option for light towing jobs. With two strong motors and 402 horsepower, it handles snowy roads and bumpy paths with confidence.

It offers a driving range of about 272 miles on one full charge, which is great for weekend trips. Charging it back up to 80% only takes around 31 minutes.

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Audi Q6 e-tron adds more towing muscle

The Audi Q6 e-tron takes things up a notch, towing up to 4,400 pounds while offering luxury and strong driving features. With choices between rear-wheel or all-wheel drive and horsepower as high as 483, it’s built for both smooth rides and hauling gear.

Depending on the version, it drives up to 321 miles before needing a recharge. Fast charging takes just 21 minutes to reach 80%, making trips easier to plan.

Shot of 2025 Volvo EX90 at the 2025 Canadian international auto show.

Volvo EX90 mixes safety and strength

The Volvo EX90 is a smart and tough electric SUV that can pull up to 4,850 pounds, giving you room for a camper or small boat. It uses twin electric motors to create 510 horsepower, with a driving range close to 310 miles.

This SUV has top-level safety, including smart sensors to help keep you safe on every drive. It can recharge fast too, taking only about 30 minutes to reach 80%.

Shot of white Volvo XC90 Plug-In on display.

Volvo XC90 PHEV offers family comfort

The Volvo XC90 plug-in hybrid has space for seven people and can tow up to 5,000 pounds, which is great for family adventures. It uses a gas engine and electric motor together to make 455 horsepower and drive up to 530 miles.

On just electric power, it can go about 32 miles before switching to gas. You can fully charge it in only 3 hours using a fast home charger.

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Tesla Model X is powerful and fast

The Tesla Model X is a high-tech SUV that can tow up to 5,000 pounds while also giving you exciting speed and quick charging. You can choose between two powerful versions, one with 670 horsepower and another with 1,020 horsepower.

Both models offer over 300 miles of range and work with Tesla Superchargers for fast charging. This SUV makes driving electric feel fast, fun, and strong all at once.

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BMW XM is a luxury tow beast

The BMW XM is a bold plug-in hybrid SUV that surprises many by being able to tow up to 5,925 pounds with confidence. It combines a twin-turbo gas engine and a powerful electric motor to make up to 738 horsepower in special versions.

Even though it’s super powerful, it can still drive 31 miles using just electricity. A full battery recharge takes about five hours using a home Level 2 charger.

Rear view of Jeep Grand Cherokee 4xe hybrid on road.

Jeep Grand Cherokee 4xe loves the outdoors

The Jeep Grand Cherokee 4xe is a strong plug-in SUV made for both towing and trail driving, with a 6,000-pound tow limit. It has a gas engine and electric motor that make 375 horsepower and let it drive 25 miles on electricity.

This SUV offers a total driving range of 470 miles before needing gas or charging. You can charge the battery in just 2.5 hours, making it handy for trips.

Range Rover plugged inn for charge

Range Rover PHEVs tow big loads

Both the Range Rover and Range Rover Sport plug-in hybrids are fancy and strong, able to tow over 6,600 pounds with ease. They use a gas engine and electric motor to make more than 500 horsepower, depending on the version.

These SUVs can drive up to 53 miles on electric power alone, saving fuel on short trips. They’re a great choice for pulling big trailers while staying stylish and comfortable.

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Porsche Cayenne PHEVs tow with confidence

The Porsche Cayenne plug-in hybrid lineup can tow up to 7,700 pounds, which is perfect for boats, campers, or big toys. These sporty SUVs offer powerful engines and electric help, with versions going from 463 to 729 horsepower.

They have around 15 miles of electric range, so you can drive short trips without using gas. After that, fuel mileage is about 18 mpg, depending on how you drive.

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GMC Hummer EV is a giant towing machine

The GMC Hummer EV truck is huge and powerful, with the ability to tow up to 8,500 pounds and handle big trailers. It has up to three motors that make 1,000 horsepower and help it drive around 318 miles on one charge.

Charging is fast when the battery is low, giving you 100 miles in just about 14 minutes. The SUV version can tow slightly less, but still does a great job.

Shot of Ford f150 Lightning electric truck.

Ford F-150 Lightning is a game changer

The Ford F-150 Lightning is a strong and smart electric truck that can tow up to 10,000 pounds when set up right. It comes in two battery sizes, with up to 580 horsepower and 320 miles of driving range.

You’ll need the Max Trailer Tow package to reach that full towing power. It also offers outlets on board to plug in tools, lights, or even camping gear.

Rivian R1T EV truck

Rivian R1T and R1S are adventure-ready

The Rivian R1T truck can tow a huge 11,000 pounds, while the R1S SUV tows up to 7,700 pounds and fits seven people. These EVs can have up to four motors and come with off-road tools like high ground clearance and air suspension.

They offer big battery packs, with some models reaching over 400 miles of range. Fast charging adds 140 miles in just 20 minutes, keeping adventures going strong.

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Tesla Cybertruck driving in desert off-road

Tesla Cybertruck stands out in the crowd

The Tesla Cybertruck can pull trailers weighing up to 11,000 pounds, and it comes with wild looks and strong performance. It has up to three motors, 834 horsepower, and can go from zero to 60 mph in 2.5 seconds.

When towing, the ride stays smooth thanks to smart air suspension. With fast charging, the truck adds 128 miles of range in only 15 minutes.

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