The best seven-seater cars: the latest rating for drivers

In the past, a minivan was the ideal choice for large families, as it could comfortably seat more than five people. Today, however, buyers have many alternatives, including three-row SUVs, which also offer excellent roominess and convenience.

They have become popular because of their features that are suitable for family trips and other tasks. U.S. News and World Report has compiled a list of the best seven-seater cars. The list includes both luxury models and practical midsize SUVs. Prices and interior quality were also taken into account to provide a complete picture of each model.

Jeep Grand Wagoneer

Large and luxurious, the Grand Wagoneer seats up to eight people in a luxurious cabin with soft leather and high-gloss wood. This Jeep pampers passengers with standard features such as a heated steering wheel and reclining second-row seats. The front-row seats are heated and ventilated, as well as massage function. The luggage compartment is spacious, and all models have a power door for easy access to your belongings.

Every Grand Wagoneer has a 3.0-liter twin-turbocharged inline six-cylinder engine under the hood. The engine motivates this SUV with power, and all-wheel drive is standard. Unfortunately, this SUV's gas mileage is disappointing.

Chevrolet Suburban

One of the best models in its class with easy handling and a spacious interior. The cabin offers a choice of seven-, eight- and nine-seat configurations. All three rows are sized for adults. Thanks to its size and capabilities, the Suburban is used not only as a family car but also as a work vehicle, a vehicle for active recreation, and even as the basis for special modifications, such as for police and rescue services. This car costs an average of $59 thousand.

There is one drawback that you should be aware of: the huge size of the Suburban makes parking in tight spaces a challenge.

Mazda CX-90, 2025

Priced at more than $37,000, this car boasts agile handling and gives buyers a choice between two powerful powertrains. The interior is stylish, with a refined design and first-class materials. The first two rows are spacious, but the third row is small. Also, this SUV lags behind its classmates in terms of cargo capacity.

Depending on the configuration, the CX-90 has six, seven, or eight seats. The CX-90 offers two powertrains: a 3.3-liter turbocharged inline six-cylinder engine and a hybrid version with a plug-in hybrid system. The gasoline engine produces up to 340 hp, while the hybrid system combines a gasoline engine and an electric motor for fuel economy and powerful dynamics. All versions of the Mazda CX-90 have standard all-wheel drive, which improves traction and allows you to feel confident on any surface.

Kia Carnival 2024

This is a roomy minivan that combines stylish design, family-friendly features, and modern technology, making it a great alternative to traditional crossovers and SUVs. The Carnival stands out from the competition with its crossover-like styling and rich feature set.

The Carnival is equipped with a 3.5-liter V6 engine with 290 hp, which provides fast dynamics on the road and efficient handling. The minivan's interior is designed for seven or eight passengers and has several seating configurations, including comfortable captain's chairs in the second row in some trims.

Carnival offers a large luggage compartment, which can be further increased by removing or folding the third-row seat.

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