8 Most Expensive SUVs in the World in 2025

Historically, when one would speak about a high-end affair of transportation on four wheels, most would picture in their heads a long, black sedan, with passengers lounging at the back in the sumptuous leather seating, and rejoicing features such as retractable wine glasses and champagne bottles, and massage seats that provide refined experiences on the go.

While the promise of flying cars in the name of future trends is yet to be realised, a notable trend in recent years has been the growing fascination for SUVs. Luxury doesn't discriminate between body style, which meant an uprising number of upscale manufacturers jumping on the high-riding high-end family hauling bandwagon.

Talking about the most expensive SUVs in the world, while some distinguish with performance and speed, or sometimes even offroad excursions, some take the quintessential luxury route. Let’s dig deeper into the most expensive SUVs in the world, and understand why some of these high riders command eye watering prices.

How Much is the Most Expensive SUV in the World?

So, which is the most expensive SUV in the world and how much does it cost? As of 2025, the Rolls-Royce Cullinan Black Badge Series II holds the title of the most expensive production SUV in the world. Priced at a jaw-dropping ₹4.04 Crores ($472,000), this ultra-luxury SUV is a moving masterpiece of engineering and craftsmanship. With a twin-turbocharged 6.75-litre V12 under the hood, and endless customisation possibilities, it’s the go-to for those who want nothing but the best in road presence and refinement, both inside and outside.

Close behind in the list of priciest SUVs are names like the Ferrari Purosangue, the Lamborghini Urus Performante, and the Aston Martin DBX 707. Each of these luxury performance SUVs commands well over ₹2 Crores and delivers a distinct flavour of speed, style, and exclusivity. The Ferrari Purosangue, for instance, brings a monstrous V12 powertrain, and an outrageous ₹3.65 Crore ($428,000) price tag, while the Urus Performante and DBX 707 don’t trail far behind with their own high-octane performance offerings.

However, if you’re wondering about the most expensive SUV ever built, it’s not one you’ll find in any showroom.

The title of the most expensive SUV in the world belongs to the Karlmann King—a hand-built, stealth fighter-inspired luxury tank on wheels. Designed by a European team and based on a Ford F-550 chassis, the Karlmann King’s astronomical price starts at $1.85 million (₹15.4 Crores) and just like the beast can climb up sand dunes with ease, its price can climb up to $3.8 million (₹31.6 Crores). With full bulletproofing and bespoke options, this SUV is in a league of its own. Only a few units were ever made, making it more of a rolling fortress than a luxury cruiser. 

*The Indian price estimate is based on conversions from USD to INR with a conversion rate of $1 = ₹86.53 (as on 23-04-2025)

1. Rolls-Royce Cullinan Black Badge

• Rolls-Royce Cullinan Black Badge Price: Starts at $472,750 (₹4.04 Crores)

When it comes to most expensive cars in the world, nothing comes close to Rolls-Royce, so, it was a given it will also be dominating the list of ultra-luxury SUVs with the Cullinan. Recently refreshed as the Series II, this Rolls Royce behemoth redefines extravagance with its size, craftsmanship, and near-limitless personalization.

With a price tag of nearly ₹4.04 Crores ($472,000), the Rolls Royce Black Badge is the most expensive SUV in the world. And that’s without the truckloads of bespoke extras Rolls-Royce customers are known to indulge in.

For the Black Badge Series II version, Rolls-Royce swaps its signature chrome for dark chrome across window surrounds, door handles, the Pantheon grille, and even the Spirit of Ecstasy. The headlamp and tail-lamp internals are blacked out too—inside, the theme continues with darker tones and detailing.

As always, the interior of the Rolls Royce SUV is a masterclass in craftsmanship. From the flawless leather to the uniform stitching and micron-perfect trim fitment, the Cullinan is built to perfection. Comfort is paramount, with supremely supportive seats, exceptional space, and a cabin so silent, it feels disconnected from the outside world.

Under the hood, the Rolls Royce Cullinan still packs the punch of a V12. It gets a twin-turbocharged 6.75-liter V12, delivering 563 hp—or 592 hp in the Cullinan Black Badge, delivering the power to the asphalt through an eight-speed transmission and all-wheel drive system. Despite its size, the performance is graceful and effortless, propelling its occupants forward in speed and style.

The Rolls Royce Cullinan Black Badge rides on an air suspension, enhanced with a road-scanning camera that actively adjusts its height for bumps, making it glide like no other. It may be large and heavy, but it moves with quiet authority—befitting the VIPs it carries.

Luxury, power, and presence—few vehicles embody these ideals as completely as the Cullinan.

2. Ferrari Purosangue

• Ferrari Purosangue Price: Starts at $428,000 (₹ 3.65 Crores)

Back in 1987, if you'd told Enzo Ferrari that his legendary marque would one day build an SUV, he’d probably have looked at you the same way most people would look at pineapple on pizza.

But as fate may have it, SUVs are the craze in the market right now, and even Ferrari didn’t want to miss out. However, with the Purosangue, the first ever Ferrari SUV, they made sure you’re getting the full-blooded Ferrari experience, just with a bit more ground clearance.

Therefore, while the raised ride height and four-door layout may hint at something ‘less athletic’, the Ferrari Purosangue’s spine-tingling V-12 muscle ensures it is still every bit a Ferrari. Not to mention, it comes equipped with an all-wheel-drive setup (borrowed from the Ferrari FF), advanced active suspension, and rear-wheel steering, which results in grip that laughs in the face of physics and a handling profile sharp enough to shame most sports cars.

That grip is essential when the Ferrari Purosangue is packing a naturally aspirated 6.5-liter V12 that unleashes 715 horsepower. Slam the pedal, and the most expensive Ferrari SUV rockets from 0 to 100 km/h in a neck-snapping 3.3 seconds, topping out at a blistering 310+ km/h.

The Ferrari Purosangue price is set at an eye-watering ₹ 3.65 Crore ($428,000) making it the second most expensive SUV in the world, which means it isn't for everyone, but then again, it was never meant to be.

3. Lamborghini Urus Performante

• Lamborghini Urus Performante Price: Starts at $273,880 (₹2.34 Crores)

The Lamborghini Urus might not be Lamborghini’s first ever SUV, as that title belongs to the LM002, but it is easily one of the fastest SUVs on the planet. The Urus’s mix of exclusivity and relentless performance comes at a steep price, placing it among the costliest SUVs in the world.

Now, if you think the regular Urus is wild, wait till you meet its more aggressive sibling—the Urus Performante, which sits right at the top of the Urus range. This is Lamborghini dialing everything up a notch. It sheds weight, sharpens handling, and swaps in a performance-first setup with sportier suspension and grippier tires.

At a glance, the Performante may wear the silhouette of a family SUV, but under the skin, the Urus Performante is more Lamborghini than an SUV, as is to be expected with the raging bull. You’re looking at a 657-horsepower, twin-turbo 4.0-liter V8 ready to launch you into the horizon, backed by a chassis that’s been tuned for pure excitement. The Urus, in fact, boasts a top speed of 306 kmph after it reaches 0-100 kmph (190 mph) in just 3.3 seconds.

Even though the Lamborghini SUV shares a platform with the Audi Q7 and Q8, the similarities end there. Thanks to features like active anti-roll bars, a torque-vectoring rear differential, and rear-wheel steering, the Urus Performante delivers that raw, unmistakable Lamborghini experience.

Of course, this maniacal cross-over doesn’t come cheap. The Urus Performante price starts at around ₹2.34 Crores ($273,88). But if you're after SUV practicality with supercar theatrics, this beast might just be worth every penny.

4. Aston Martin DBX 707

• Aston Martin DBX 707 Price: Starts at $256,806 (₹2.19 Crores)

If James Bond ever traded espionage for school runs and family vacations, there’s no doubt he’d stick with Aston Martin, and the DBX 707 would be his weapon of choice.

Blending Aston Martin’s signature high-octane thrills with the practicality of a full-size SUV, the 2025 DBX 707 is Aston Martin's first ever SUV. And true to its name, it’s crafted so well that even the brand’s purists have little to protest.

First launched in 2021, Aston Martin’s foray into no-compromise family transportation also comes with a price tag that rivals other wild SUVs from the likes of Lamborghini, Ferrari, and Porsche. The Aston Martin DBX 707 price stands at a whopping ₹2.19 Crores ($256,806) without you outfitting it with extra options.

Powered by a Mercedes-AMG-sourced 4.0-liter twin-turbo V8, the Aston Martin DBX 707 produces 697 hp and 900 Nm of torque. Paired with a nine-speed automatic, it rockets from 0-100 kmph in just 3.1 seconds, and has a top speed of 310 kmph (193 mph).

While it’s fundamentally rear-wheel driven, a center differential transfers torque to the front wheels when traction slips. Adaptive dampers, air suspension, and multiple drive modes allow the DBX to morph from a track-honed beast into the luxe relaxed personality you want when you arrive at the diner with the royals. Complementing that vibe is its tastefully crafted cabin that is not only spacious but also dressed well like a high-end family hauler with a badge steeped in British heritage.

5. Land Rover Range Rover SV 

• Land Rover Ranger Rover SV Price: Starts at $210,825 (₹1.8 Crores)

There are luxury SUVs and there are off-roaders, but few merge both worlds as seamlessly as the Land Rover Range Rover series. But that level of excellence also doesn’t come cheap, especially when you spec it with the most desirable features, including a fire-breathing twin-turbo V8.

Sitting at the top of the lineup is the Range Rover SV, powered by the P615 4.4L twin-turbo V8 engine paired with mild-hybrid tech. It produces a commanding 606 hp and 750 Nm of torque. The Range Rover SV has a top speed of 261 kmph (162 mph). With a base price of ₹1.8 Crores ($210,825), excluding optional extras, the Range Rover SV P615 is the most expensive Land Rover on sale.

As impressive as the Range Rover's exterior may be, it's the interior that really is dressed in high end opulence, just like flagship SUV should be. It’s loaded with premium materials and can be elevated further with bespoke options. An automatic-lowering suspension makes entry and exit effortless, and there’s NBA all-star level legroom and headroom for both front and rear passengers.

The Land Rover Range Rover SV glides like a luxury sedan, yet hides the soul of an adventurer underneath the air suspension, especially in Comfort mode, which smooths out the road so well you might forget this machine can also climb mountains.

6. Bentley Bentayga 

• Bentley Bentayga Price: Starts at $207,500 (₹1.8 Crores)

Don’t let the SUV silhouette fool you—the Bentley Bentayga serves up the same indulgent luxury found in the brand’s sleek grand tourers. It’s more practical than a Continental GT or Flying Spur, and while it holds the title of Bentley’s “entry-level” model, the Bentely Bentayga’s price tag still comfortably clears the $200,000 mark (₹ 1.7 crores)

If you want an even rarified experience, opt for the long-wheelbase Bentayga Mulliner edition priced at ₹2.9 Crores ($339,850), which is easily the most expensive Bentley SUV in the world.

The Bentley SUV offers the choice between a V6 plug-in hybrid combination or the purist preferred twin-turbo V-8 that churns out 542 hp and 770 Nm of torque.

Inside, the Bentayga feels more like a rolling private suite. The cabin is drenched in aromatic leather, rich wood veneers, and gleaming metal accents. For those who prefer to be chauffeured, Bentley offers an extended wheelbase version, stretching the rear space by seven inches and adding true limo-like comfort. 

7. Porsche Cayenne Turbo GT

• Porsche Cayenne Turbo GT Price: Starts at $205,795 (₹1.75 crores)

The Porsche Cayenne didn’t just prove that the term ‘high performance’ and ‘SUVs’ can coexist—it made that idea thrillingly undeniable. And at the very peak of this performance pyramid sits the Cayenne Turbo GT, a wild-eyed, high-powered coupe-SUV that turns every dial to its maximum setting: speed, grip, stopping power, and, yes, the price too.

With a sticker price north of ₹1.75 crores ($205,000), the Cayenne Turbo GT Coupe claims its spot as not only the highest priced Porsche SUV, but also the most expensive German SUV. But every cent feels accounted for once you get behind the wheel.

A thundering 650-horsepower twin-turbo V8 provides the firepower, paired to a razor-sharp eight-speed automatic, and Porsche’s precise all-wheel-drive system. The result? A full-size SUV that launches like a supercar and corners like it’s forgotten its own weight. In fact, the Cayenne Turbo GT races away to a 100 kmph in just 3.3 seconds and can even pull up to a top speed of 305 kmph (189 mph).

Air suspension with adaptive dampers, active anti-roll bars, and rear-wheel steering all work in harmony to deliver uncanny agility. Whether it’s slicing through tight hairpin turns or devouring long freeways, the Turbo GT stays firmly planted and shockingly composed.

Yet, for all its track-ready fury, this monster manages to stay civil. The interior pampers you with Porsche-grade materials, a spacious boot, and a tech-rich cabin. The Porsche SUV is athletic enough to embarrass sports cars, yet refined enough for the daily grind.

8. Mercedes-Benz AMG G 63

• Mercedes-Benz AMG G 63 Price: Starts at $187,250 (₹1.6 crores)

If there’s one machine that can cruise over pothole-ridden paths with the same ease as it devours drag strips, it’s the Mercedes-Benz G 63 AMG. Born from a legacy that started in 1979 as a military-grade off-roader, the G-Class has evolved into a luxury powerhouse—one that hasn’t forgotten its roots. 

Commonly referred to as the G-Wagon, it is priced at approximately ₹1.6 crores ($187,250). One of the priciest SUVs from Mercedes, the G63 AMG blends iconic boxy styling, a plush cabin, and jaw-dropping V8 performance—without losing its old-school rugged charm.

Powering this opulent brute is a monstrous 577-horsepower twin-turbo V8, justifying its sky-high price tag with every growl. A slick nine-speed automatic transmission ensures that this force is spread evenly across all four wheels. 

A 2.2  tonne SUV pulling up to 100 kmph from a standstill in 4.5 seconds and managing a 220 kmph (137 mph) top speed—is as astonishing as the G63 AMGs capabilities of blending Mercedes opulence and athleticism with its forefathers ruggedness.