Find the Best Minivans & 3-Row SUVs

Almost all minivans come with a traditional V6 engine, known for providing strong, smooth power. The Sienna comes only with an efficient hybrid. Three-row midsized SUVs are transitioning to turbocharged four-cylinder engines. The full-sized SUVs like the Chevrolet Tahoe still mostly employ V8 engine...

Almost all minivans come with a traditional V6 engine, known for providing strong, smooth power. The Sienna comes only with an efficient hybrid. Three-row midsized SUVs are transitioning to turbocharged four-cylinder engines. The full-sized SUVs like the Chevrolet Tahoe still mostly employ V8 engines.

Among minivans, the Sienna stands out for its thrifty four-cylinder hybrid powertrain. The Chrysler Pacifica can be had as a plug-in hybrid. Among SUVs, the Toyota Highlander Hybrid is compelling, and there is the Mazda CX-90 plug-in hybrid. New electric options are coming soon, with the Volkswagen...

Among minivans, the Sienna stands out for its thrifty four-cylinder hybrid powertrain. The Chrysler Pacifica can be had as a plug-in hybrid. Among SUVs, the Toyota Highlander Hybrid is compelling, and there is the Mazda CX-90 plug-in hybrid. New electric options are coming soon, with the Volkswagen ID.Buzz minivan and Kia EV9 SUV leading that charge.

A truck-based, full-sized SUV, like the Chevrolet Tahoe, is the choice for large trailers above 5,000 lbs. Most midsized SUVs can pull trailers up to 5,000 lbs. Minivan are limited to small trailers, mostly under 3,500 lbs. In determining the right solution, be sure to factor how much weight in pass...

A truck-based, full-sized SUV, like the Chevrolet Tahoe, is the choice for large trailers above 5,000 lbs. Most midsized SUVs can pull trailers up to 5,000 lbs. Minivan are limited to small trailers, mostly under 3,500 lbs. In determining the right solution, be sure to factor how much weight in passengers and cargo the vehicle will have, as that limits the trailer size.

The key factors to look for a responsive and easy to read screen, knobs and physical buttons for common functions, and Android Auto/Apple CarPlay compatibility. See how your phone pairs before buying. CR members prefer using their phone through the infotainment screen, over using the native, built-i...

The key factors to look for a responsive and easy to read screen, knobs and physical buttons for common functions, and Android Auto/Apple CarPlay compatibility. See how your phone pairs before buying. CR members prefer using their phone through the infotainment screen, over using the native, built-in system.

All new cars have ports for charging phones. But how many ports and where they are located vary. Make sure you can reach the USB input. Wireless Qi charge mats are a great convenience, if your phone is compatible with them. There are often USB ports for 2nd and even 3rd row passengers on higher trim...

All new cars have ports for charging phones. But how many ports and where they are located vary. Make sure you can reach the USB input. Wireless Qi charge mats are a great convenience, if your phone is compatible with them. There are often USB ports for 2nd and even 3rd row passengers on higher trims.

Most commonly offered with minivans, there are available second-row entertainment systems with either a central, ceiling-mounted screen or dual screens on the front-row head restraints. These can be helpful for keeping travelers occupied on road trips, but they tend to be far more expensive than usi...

Most commonly offered with minivans, there are available second-row entertainment systems with either a central, ceiling-mounted screen or dual screens on the front-row head restraints. These can be helpful for keeping travelers occupied on road trips, but they tend to be far more expensive than using a tablet. Considering how often they would be used to determine the value.