Family vehicles often get the reputation of being big, boat-like, ungainly, and “mom vehicles” — in other words, just not cool. But if you’re looking for a ride for the whole family that won’t embarrass you, check out these 10!
10. Toyota Grand Highlander
The Grand Highlander easily fits a family of five and then some. However, even though the third row is roomy enough for adults, it’s difficult to fit more than two car seats. It’s a better choice for families with older kids. Nonetheless, it’s packed with family-friendly features, including USB and power outlets throughout the cabin.
9. Volkswagen Atlas
The three-row Atlas can seat 7 or 8 passengers. The second-row options are either captain’s chairs or a bench seat. With the bench seat, it fits three car seats across. It’s easy to access the third row and it provides a large amount of cargo space. It’s packed with safety features and the infotainment system is user-friendly.
8. Hyundai Palisade
The three-row Palisade can accommodate seven or eight passengers. It offers decent cargo space. The infotainment system is good, and the Passenger Talk allows the driver to communicate with kids in the backseat. Overall, it provides a great mix of luxury and utility. One downside is it only fits two car seats.
7. Volvo XC 90
If you’re looking for more luxury in a three-row SUV, the Volvo XC 90 offers that with style inside and out. Newer models have booster seats built in. It has a few cons: it only fits two car seats and access to the third row can be difficult with car seats in the second. Nonetheless, it’s loaded with safety features.
6. Toyota Sienna
This minivan will seat seven or eight. It features a roomy interior with flexible seating arrangements. Three car seats fit across the second row. The kick-activated dual-power sliding doors allow you to get in and out when your hands are full. The rear infotainment system features a driver intercom to speak to kids through the back speakers.
5. Honda Odyssey
This massive minivan can seat eight passengers thanks to the flexibility of Honda’s Magic Slide seat system. Adjust the seating as your needs change. The third-row seat folds down to increase cargo space. There’s also an optional rear seat entertainment system, an in-car camera for keeping an eye on kids, and a PA system to amplify the driver’s voice.
4. Honda Passport
Voted Best Midsize two-row SUV for 2024, and can accommodate a family of five. What you lack in the space of a minivan or larger SUV is made up through performance and off-road capabilities. It can take your family anywhere you want to go. The second row features three sets of latch anchors to fit three car seats.
3. Hyundai Ioniq 5
This all-electric SUV has a higher starting price than others on our list but better fuel economy. It offers quick DC fast-charging capabilities. The massive rear seat provides plenty of room for three kids and fits three car seats across. The Ioniq offers ample trunk space. The infotainment system features “quiet mode” to mute rear speakers for sleeping kids.
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2. Chrysler Pacifica
The Pacifica delivers lots of room for the whole family. It also has excellent storage options and its two back rows are easily stowed. It features a conversation mirror to help the driver maintain a view of children in the rear seats. Families with kids will appreciate the built-in vacuum cleaner. The plug-in hybrid model also offers impressive fuel economy.
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1. Kia Telluride
For roominess alone, the Kia Telluride earns the top spot. It seats 7 or 8. This three-row SUV offers some of the best legroom for back-row passengers. There’s also decent trunk space to haul all the gear a family of five brings. A Driver Talk feature amplifies the driver’s voice through speakers in two back rows to better communicate with kids.
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