Parents and children have many demands for their vehicles which are difficult to fulfill. However, we have compiled a shortlist of 4 SUVs that will make all families happy.
With great safety ratings, a big cargo area, modern amenities, excellent fuel efficiency, and sufficient legroom, the following SUVs should be your next choice. These vehicles could be found on the CarSwitch.
Chevrolet Traverse
Having a trucklike exterior and better cabin space, this is the SUV your family needs. It boasts one of the best rows and generous cargo areas. Six carry-on bags can be stored in 23 cubic feet of cargo. The legroom in the second row is 38.4 inches whereas, for the third row, it is 33.5 inches. Eight passengers can easily sit inside but if you have the optional captain chair, seven occupants are allowed.
The driver can sit at 30.1 inches which is a comparatively higher seating position but the rearward visibility is inferior. Only the high trim levels boast the driver assistance functions like lane-keeping assist and automated emergency braking.
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However, the family can appreciate the great infotainment that adds the standard 4G LTE mobile hotspot and optional rear entertainment. The entry-level trim comes with a V-6 engine and front-wheel drive. But the high trims offer an all-wheel-drive and 4-cylinder engine. The latter gives 26 mpg on the highway and the former gives 27 mpg.
Dodge Durango
This isn’t very contemporary but it’s fueled by a V-8 engine and boasts a great towing capacity plus rear-wheel drive. The mighty Durango can tow 7400 pounds. The upgraded engine is more fuel-efficient than the standard V-6. With Dodge Durango, you can experience high riding while sitting on the comfiest seats.
The seating height is 31.6 inches where eight people can easily sit. If you use the optional captain chair, seven passengers can be accommodated. The legroom in the second row is 38.6 inches and in the third row, 33.5 inches is offered.
But the 32 inches of lift over height is the most impressive. Behind the third row, four carry-on bags can be stored as 17 cubic feet is available. Most trim levels are equipped with driver assistance functions such as blind-spot monitoring, automated emergency braking, and more.
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Ford Explorer
This is the best family-oriented SUV on the list because it can accommodate 7 passengers. The second row boasts 39.5 inches of legroom and the third row provides 33.3 inches. Moreover, the cargo area boasts 21 cubic feet where six carry-on bags can be stored.
This amount of space is quite generous. However, the lift-over height is only 31.3 inches but the seating height is sufficient at 29.8 inches. When it comes to infotainment, a back seat entertainment, and a 4G LTE mobile hotspot. The standard equipment includes a self-parking feature and automated emergency braking.
The base trim level offers a V-6 engine and front-wheel drive. As for optional gear, it includes a powerful twin-turbo V-6 engine whereas the all-wheel drive is standard. The V-6 achieves 25 mpg on the highway and the 4-cylinder offers 27 mpg.
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Honda Pilot
Although from the looks, it is anything but attractive and it is more similar to a minivan instead-but Honda Pilot still offers great stuff. As all families prioritize safety factors, this SUV has got you covered with a 5-star rating from NHTSA. Each trim level is equipped with a variety of driver assistance functions such as automated emergency braking, adaptive cruise control, and lane-keeping assist.
Moreover, your family is bound to be entertained on long road trips with tons of family-friendly infotainment features. This includes a back seat entertainment center and a mobile hotspot. Honda has offered an optional innovative PA system which is known as Cabin Talk. This system offers direct communication between the parents and children.
Eight people can easily sit inside. The second row offers 38.4 inches of legroom and the third row provides 31.9 inches. Its cargo area boasts 19 cubic feet and the lift-over height is 32.1 inches. The front-wheel-drive model offers 27 mpg on the highway whereas the all-wheel-drive variant is rated at 26 mpg.
