Family-Sized Cars You'll Actually WANT to Drive

If you’ve got lots of stuff — and tiny humans — to haul around, your vehicle choices aren’t always the most stylish. But that doesn’t have to be a rule! Here are 20 family-friendly vehicles that anyone would be proud to drive around.

Jeep Grand Cherokee 4xe

The Jeep Grand Cherokee 4xe has plenty of room, even though it is only a five-seater. It is a plug-in hybrid, so keep that in mind. It also has all the safety features you could want in a vehicle. Keeping your family safe is a top priority, isn’t it?

Toyota RAV4

The Toyota RAV4 can fit up to five people. Or if you need car seats, it can fit two of them in the back row. It is not only a stylish car but also one that is smart for a family.

Porsche Taycan

Hear me out. This might be a sedan and the smallest car on this list, but that doesn’t mean it isn’t perfect for small families. It is an electric car that will go for a while. That kind of reliability is just what you need when taking your family to and from fun activities.

Kia EV9

The Kia EV9 has something important for families – rear AC. This might seem like a small thing, but when you have kids in the back, it is a good thing to have. It also is a three-row car, making room for seven. This electric vehicle can also go up to 304 miles and can charge super fast, so you don’t miss out on what’s important to you – spending time with your family.

BMW iX

This electric SUV is a bit on the pricier side, but you are getting what you pay for with quality. There is a lot of cool technology in this car, such as a 14.9-inch touchscreen. The passenger space is top-notch, meaning no one will feel squished regardless of what seat they are sitting in.

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.

Cadillac Escalade V

The Cadillac Escalade V is another pricier car on this list, but like I said before, you get what you pay for in terms of quality. The SUV is a three-row one, and the cabin is pretty roomy. There is also plenty of cargo space for whatever you need to stow. Road trip, anyone?

Ford F-150 Raptor

People always look cooler when they are riding in a truck. If you are a family that likes adventure and wants to go off-roading together, this is perfect for you. Do I recommend off-roading with little ones? No, I do not.

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.

Mercedes-Benz E-Class All-Terrain

The station wagon is back! Well, sort of. The Mercedes-Benz E-Class All-Terrain (try saying that five times fast) comes in a wagon option, giving you more room. It comes with a lot of safety features, which is what you want with a family car.

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.

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.

Hyundai Tucson

The Hyundai Tucson is a five-seat SUV. It is ideal for families, even if it is a bit compact. It gets 26 miles per gallon in the city, which is not bad at all. That makes it great for driving long distances.

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.

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.

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.

Honda Civic Type R

The Honda Civic Type R is small but mighty. It has a good cabin space for the kids and has a nice and calm ride. For days you want to get a little spicy, the acceleration is pretty good on this, too – rapidly speaking.

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.

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.

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.