EV With Most Cargo Space: Top 10 List
Electric vehicles are no longer novelties. They are fully mainstream, growing in popularity every day.
As more consumers seek out all-electric transportation, queries like ‘EV with most Cargo Space’ are common place on Google. New EV shoppers aren’t willing to put up with compromises just because a vehicle is powered by a battery pack. They still want usefulness and utility.
Luckily, modern EVs are much more advanced than those of just 5-10 years ago. Electric vehicles get more range and recharge faster than ever before, offering all of the comfort, convenience, and space of their gasoline powered counterparts. For those who don’t travel lightly, and need a vehicle that can bring along a month’s worth of stuff for a weekend getaway, there are now plenty of EV choices.
We have gathered a list of the top 10 all-electric vehicles that offer the most cargo carrying capacity. For vehicles with a standard third row, we have included cargo figures with that third row folded flat.
10. Volkswagen ID.4 – 30.3 cu ft.
Starting our list is a compact EV SUV with a large cargo area. The Volkswagen ID.4 has a more conventional, squared-off hatchback style that allows it to carry over 30 cubic feet of cargo. This makes it a great choice for a small weekend getaway. But just because it has increased utility doesn’t mean it’s any less stylish than its main competitors.
9. Chevrolet Blazer EV - 30.5 cu ft.
Chevrolet's mid-size electric SUV has a decent amount of cargo space, measuring 30.5 cubic feet. Like the Volkswagen ID.4, it does not have a front trunk to further increase overall cargo capacity. With its long wheelbase, the Blazer EV isn't just good at carrying cargo, but also rear seat passengers should enjoy a generous amount of space.
8. Tesla Model Y – 34.3 cu ft.
Like some of the vehicles on this list, the Tesla Model Y benefits from having a front storage compartment under its hood that helps bolster the overall cargo carrying capacity. When equipped without the third row of seating, the relatively small Model Y is capable of hauling nearly 34.3 cu ft. of cargo. That's impressive packaging for one of the EV SUV originators.
7. Lexus RZ - 34.9 cu ft.
A new comer on the market, Lexus' first all electric vehicle is a sibling to the brand's highly successful RX mid-size SUV. Although the RZ lacks a front trunk, it can still haul a decent amount behind the rear seats - 34.9 cubic feet to be exact. This should be plenty for a family of four to take a weekend getaway out of the city.
6. BMW iX – 35.5 cu ft.
BMW‘s brand new iX all-electric SUV features polarizing styling. Whether you find it futuristic, awkward, or a bit of both, the iX’s shape leads to impressive cargo carrying capabilities. The five-seat EV SUV can haul 35.5 cu ft. of gear behind the rear seats.
5. Tesla Model X – 43.6 cu ft.
The Tesla Model X has two factors that contribute in its cargo carrying supremacy. First, like the Model Y, there is a large front trunk that helps bolster cargo capacity. Secondly, the Model X can be ordered without the third row of seats, which great increases cargo space behind the middle row. Opt for the Plaid version and not only will you have a cavernous EV SUVs, but also the most powerful.
4. Kia EV9 RWD - 45.7 cu ft.
The new Kia EV9 is arguably the first mainstream three-row electric SUV. It offers 43.5 cu ft. of cargo capacity with the furthest back row folded down. Add in the small 3.2 cubic foot front trunk found on rear-wheel drive models, and total capacity is enough to eclipse the Tesla Model X.
3. Volkswagen ID.Buzz – 47.3 cu ft.
Technically not on the market yet, the North American version of the Volkswagen ID.Buzz is larger than the European model, which means more cargo space. In total, the all-electric minivan should have a 47.3 cubic foot cargo hold when opting for the five seat version.
2. Rivian R1S – 57.8 cu ft.
The Rivian R1S used to be the all-electric cargo carrying capacity, but it now has to settle for second. It still has impressive cargo carrying capabilities though, especially up front with its generous 11.1 cubic foot frunk. When the third row of seats are folded down, an additional 46.7 cubic feet are available.
1. Cadillac Escalade iQ - 81.3 cu ft.
There's a new all-electric cargo champion and it's not even close. The Cadillac Escalade has always been a sizeable vehicle, so when creating an EV sibling, it shouldn't really come as much of a surprise that the Escalade iQ would excel at hauling gear. Up front there is a massive 12.2 cubic foot frunk, while a whopping 69.1 cubic feet of cargo space is offered when the third row of seats are folded down.
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Updates:
Jan 3, 2024: Reformatted the article. Replaced cover photo. Removed Tesla Model S, Cadillac Lyric, Audi e-tron, Subaru Solterra, Ford Mustang Mach-E. Updated Volkswagen ID.4, Rivian R16, Tesla Model Y, BMW iX, Volkswagen ID.Buzz, Tesla Model X
A 20+ year industry veteran, Mike rejoins the AutoGuide team as the Managing Editor. He started his career at a young age working at dealerships, car rentals, and used car advertisers. He then found his true passion, automotive writing. After contributing to multiple websites for several years, he spent the next six years working at the head office of an automotive OEM, before returning back to the field he loves. He is a member of the Automobile Journalists Association of Canada (AJAC), and Midwest Automotive Media Association (MAMA). He's the recipient of a feature writing of the year award and multiple video of the year awards.
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Need to publish measurements of capacity with the rear seats folded as that is the maximum capacity for hauling stuff like furniture, skis, etc. And frunk space should be specified separately as that is additional, albeit not continuous stowage.