Top 5 Electric SUVs In Saudi Arabia: Price, Specs & Features

A country that’s as oil-rich as Saudi Arabia, conventional sport utility vehicles have always been popular among its masses. However, as unlikely as it seemed years ago, electric SUVs are slowly entering the fray in Saudi Arabia.

Compared to their fossil-fueled counterparts, the number of viable fully-electrified models are yet to be abundant. That said, we have found the top 5 electric SUV options where you can park your money sans much concern.

1. BYD Sealion 7

Starting from SAR 194,000, the BYD Sealion 7 is a midsize crossover SUV based on the Chinese company’s e-Platform 3.0. It’s offered in Premium and Performance variants. While pushing the Sealion 7 around corners will yield body roll, its ride stays mostly pliant.

The Sealion 7 projects modernity with hints of sportiness and upmarket luxury. The sharp LED headlamps, 3D-designed “water-drop-shaped” taillights, and the svelte primary spoiler add spice to the exterior. The Sealion 7 has a panoramic sunroof, 20-inch wheels, and dual-zone climate control.

There’s a motion-sensing tailgate, multi-color ambient lighting, a 12-speaker Dynaudio sound system, wireless smartphone connectivity, powered & ventilated front seats, etc. Furthermore, there’s an NFC key card, a 15.6-inch touch-infotainment system, a 10.25-inch gauge cluster, head-up display, 360-degree cameras, and Advanced Driver Assistance Systems (ADAS).

Specifications	2025 BYD Sealion 7 (Premium)	2025 BYD Sealion 7 (Performance)
Electric Motor	Single permanent magnet synchronous motor	Dual permanent magnet synchronous motors
Power	308 hp (230 kW)	523 hp (390 kW)
Torque	380 Nm	690 Nm
Top Speed	215 kmph	215 kmph
0-100 kmph	6.7 seconds	4.5 seconds
Battery	82.5 kWh LFP	82.5 kWh LFP
Range	Up to 482 km (WLTP)	Up to 462 km (WLTP)
Charging	11 kW (AC), 150 kW (DC)	11 kW (AC), 150 kW (DC)

2. Tesla Model Y

One of the best-selling Teslas ever, the Model Y has just undergone a facelift. The new Model Y arrived in the UAE starting from around AED 194,000. While it’s yet to be launched in KSA, it could cost from around SAR 190,000. For a family midsize SUV, this Tesla handles respectably.

If you want a decent ride over everyday roads, pick the 19-inch wheels. The updated exterior gets sleeker LED lights and sharper body creases, resulting in a sportier albeit robotic look. The revised interior remains a scantly-equipped place of zen, upholstered better and looking richer but not exactly upscale.

Taking center-stage is a large 15.4-inch touchscreen, which does almost everything quite well. Because it does almost everything, you need to rely on it a lot – ergo, distraction. The Model Y’s equipment list encompasses powered rear seats, an 8-inch rear touchscreen, content-streaming apps & games, a panoramic glass roof, etc.

Specifications	2025 Tesla Model Y Standard Range (Rear-Wheel Drive)	2025 Tesla Model Y Long Range (Rear-Wheel Drive)	2025 Tesla Model Y Long Range (All-Wheel Drive)
Electric Motor	Single permanent magnet synchronous motor	Single permanent magnet synchronous motors	Dual permanent magnet synchronous motors
Power	295 hp (220 kW)	335 hp (250 kW)	507 hp (378 kW)
Torque	420 Nm	450 Nm	493 Nm
Top Speed	201 kmph	201 kmph	201 kmph
0-100 kmph	5.9 seconds	5.6 seconds	4.8 seconds
Battery	62.5 kWh LFP	82.5 kWh Li-NMC	82.5 kWh Li-NMC
Range	Up to 500 km (WLTP)	Up to 622 km (WLTP)	Up to 568 km (WLTP)
Charging	Up to 175 kW (DC) – Up to 238 km/15 mins	Up to 250 kW (DC) – Up to 267 km/15 mins	Up to 250 kW (DC) – Up to 266 km/15 mins

3. Kia EV9

One of the most visually impressive Kia cars, the new EV9 is undeniably eye-catching. Based on the Hyundai-Kia E-GMP architecture, the Kia EV9 is a midsize electric SUV seating up to 7 people. Its dynamic digital exterior lights have a ‘welcome’ signature animation, while the 21-inch wheels and fancy taillights add to the EV9’s aura.

The contemporary-looking interior boasts good-quality materials and switchgear. There’s a deluge of trim bits and surface textures (including eco-friendly ones) that look and feel expensive. There’s a dual sunroof, tri-zone climate control, swiveling & reclining second-row seats, terrain modes with AI tech, surround-view cameras, and ADAS.

The EV9 is a comfortable family SUV that can swallow distances effortlessly. While you feel its weight when cornering, the EV9 feels sure-footed and composed even when you rush it a bit. Prices in Saudi Arabia start from a lofty SAR 357,748, with at least two variants on offer.

Specifications	2025 Kia EV9 (2WD)	2025 Kia EV9 (AWD)
Electric Motor	Single permanent magnet synchronous motor	Dual permanent magnet synchronous motors
Power	200 hp (149 kW)	380 hp (283 kW)
Torque	350 Nm	700 Nm
Top Speed	185 kmph	200 kmph
0-100 kmph	9.1 seconds	5.3 seconds
Battery	99.8 kWh Li-Ion	99.8 kWh Li-Ion
Range	Up to 563 km (WLTP)	Up to 505 km (WLTP)
Charging	Up to 210 kW (DC) – Up to 249 km/15 mins	Up to 210 kW (DC) – 10-80 percent/24 mins

4. Porsche Macan Electric

The Macan has always been one of the best-handling cars in the market. Built on the Premium Platform Electric (PPE) architecture, the new Porsche Macan Electric has pushed the bar up to urgency level 9,000. With prices starting at SAR 342.900, the Macan EV is an expensive recommendation with 4 variants.

This is a Taycan raised up on stilts but with a far more aggressive face. It’s a low and hard-riding electric SUV with oodles of performance to make anyone grin. The ride is hard, but you get tactile steering response and incredible grip from the all-wheel-drive system.

You get a fully-digital driver’s display and an AR HUD plus Apple CarPlay & Android Auto. There’s adaptive air suspension, torque vectoring, a rear diff lock, rear-axle steering, multi-zone climate control, launch control, LED mood lighting, a third touchscreen, etc. The more money you hurl towards Porsche, the more features they tack onto the Macan Electric.

Specifications	2025 Porsche Macan Electric	2025 Porsche Macan Turbo Electric
Electric Motor	Single permanent magnet synchronous motor	Dual permanent magnet synchronous motors
Power	Up to 355 hp (265 kW)	630 hp (470 kW)
Torque	563 Nm	1,130 Nm
Top Speed	220 kmph	260 kmph
0-100 kmph	5.7 seconds	3.3 seconds
Battery	100 kWh Li-NMC	100 kWh Li-NMC
Range	Up to 641 km (WLTP)	Up to 591 km (WLTP)
Charging	Up to 270 kW (DC) – 10-80 percent/21 mins	Up to 270 kW (DC) – 10-80 percent/21 mins

5. BMW iX

The BMW iX can cost from around SAR 475,000, available in xDrive 40 and xDrive 50 variants. Built on a dedicated EV-exclusive platform, the iX seats 5 people in a shell whose design isn’t exactly the prettiest. The massive BMW “kidney grille” is flanked by adaptive LED with ‘Laserlight” technology, whilst the aggressive intakes look really sporty.

The BMW iX gets 20-inch wheels, dynamic cruise control, high-definition BMW Curved Display screens, plus a "Sky Lounge" panoramic sunroof. The well-built and upscale interior is bristling with high-end features and top-shelf materials. There’s four-zone climate control, multi-color ambient lighting, Apple CarPlay & Android Auto, surround-view cameras, adaptive air suspension, a 3D sound system, etc.

Despite its less-than-convincing appearance, the iX drives like a BMW – feeling planted and rapid. The ride is firmer with the larger wheels, but the BMW iX manages to be a good mile-muncher. Equipped with a laundry list of passive & active safety features, this car knows how to take care of you.

Specifications	2025 BMW iX xDrive 40	2025 BMW iX xDrive 50
Electric Motor	Dual current-excited synchronous motor	Dual current-excited synchronous motor
Power	322 hp (240 kW)	516 hp (385 kW)
Torque	630 Nm	765 Nm
Top Speed	200 kmph	200 kmph
0-100 kmph	6.1 seconds	4.6 seconds
Battery	76.6 kWh Li-Ion	111.5 kWh Li-Ion
Range	Up to 425 km (WLTP)	Up to 631 km (WLTP)
Charging	Up to 150 kW (DC) – 10-80 percent/31 mins	Up to 200 kW (DC) – 10-80 percent/35 mins

Conclusion

If you’ve the money and want the fastest and sharpest electric SUV, pick the Macan Electric. A step below that is the dynamic iX. If you want a large family chariot, buy the EV9. Choose the Model Y if you prefer minimalism and accessible tech-smarts. A mishmash of these would be the Sealion 7.