Best 7 Seater SUVs

As your family expands, you may feel the need of a larger vehicle that can accommodate your entire family. Or you may want to replace your old minivan or sedan with a stylish and spacious vehicle. In any case, a spacious 7 seater SUV is the best option that you have. SUVs or Sports Utility Vehicles are versatile vehicles that offer you everything that you need in a car, including looks, style, comfort and most importantly, space. However, it is important to understand that SUV is the generalizing term for 4 wheel drive (4WD) vehicles. In case you are not aware, let me tell you that there are three types of SUVs, namely, compact SUV, mid size SUV and full size SUV. As you may guess, a full size SUV, which is relatively larger with respect to engine power and passenger capacity, is the ideal 7 seater SUV for you and your family. Usually, SUVs are ideal for off road terrain, but since they can easily accommodate 7 to 8 passengers, a full size as well as a few mid size SUVs fall under the category of 7 seater cars.

BMW X5
The BMW X5, which is the first generation E53, is BMW's first SUV; introduced in the year 1999. It is one of the most stunning luxury crossover SUVs with excellent all terrain ability, plus 7 to 8 passenger sitting. Interestingly, BMW X5 is available in as many as seven models, of which two are petrol and five are diesel. These models come with 5-speed and 6 speed manual and automatic transmissions. Since the vehicle is available in 5 seater standard models, you may need to specifically mention that you need an SUV with 3rd row seating. Average MPG (miles per gallon) of the BMW X5 xDrive30d SE is around 34, while the BMW X5 Sports xDrive48i M Sport version gives around 23 miles per gallon. The average price range of the BMW X5 ranges from around USD 67,000 to USD 130,000.

Audi Q7
Introduced in the year 2005, the Audi Q7 is a full size luxury crossover SUV. The Audi Q7 is the first SUV offered by Audi, and comes with a 6-speed automatic and 8-speed automatic start and stop transmission. Although marketed to be used on off road terrain, most Audi Q7 owners use it on all terrain, sans complains. It is important to understand that the Audi Q7 is one of the most expensive, yet best 7 seater SUV that you can purchase. This vehicles offers around 22 to 31 MPG; with the diesel version (Audi Q7 3.0 Tdi) offering 31 miles per gallon and petrol version (Audi Q7 4.2 Fsi Quattro) offering around 22 miles per gallon. The average price range of a brand new Audi Q7 ranges from around USD 57,000 to USD 1,55,000.

Acura MDX
Known as Honda MDX in Japan and Australia, the Acura MDX was first launched in the year 2001. This is a mid size luxury crossover SUV, if fact, this is one of the most popular mid size SUV with 3rd row seating in countries like Australia and UK. The vehicle accommodates around 7 to 8 people. It comes with a 5-speed automatic transmission and a powerful engine. The company estimated mileage of Acura MDX is around 16 miles per gallon on city roads and around 21 miles per gallon on highways. The Acura MDX is available at a starting price of USD 36,000.

Volvo XC90
The Volvo XC90 is a mid size crossover SUV which was launched in the year 2002. Along with powerful turbocharged engines, this vehicle comes with a 5-speed Volvo M56 manual transmission and 4-speed GM 4T60-E, 5-speed Aisin AF33, and -6speed Aisin AWTF-80 SC automatic transmissions. The Volvo XC90 is one of the safest luxury SUVs with 3rd row seating. It easily accommodates around 6 to 7 passengers. The average starting price of Volvo XC90 is around USD 38,000.

Apart from the best SUV models that are reviewed above, you may also like to check out the following 7 seater SUV models for a better comparison of 7 seater SUVs.

Chevrolet Captiva Chevrolet Orlando Chrysler Grand Voyager Citroen Berlingo Multispace Citroen C-Crosser Dodge JC Journey Dodge Journey Fiat Doblo Family Edition Fiat Multipla Ford Galaxy Ford Territory Grand C4 Picasso Holden Captiva Honda FR-V Honda Odyssey Honda Pilot Hyundai i800 Hyundai Santa Fe Jeep Commander Kia Carens Kia Rondo Kia Sorento Land Rover Discovery Mazda 5 Mazda CX9 Mercedes-Benz GL Mercedes-Benz R-Class

Mitsubishi Challenger Mitsubishi Grandis Mitsubishi Outlander Mitsubishi Pajero Mitsubishi Shogun Nissan Cube Nissan Dualis 2 Nissan Pathfinder Nissan Patrol GR Nissan Qashqai Peugeot 4007 Peugeot Partner Tepee Renault Grand Espace Renault Grand Scenic Seat Alhambra Ssangyong Rexton Ssangyong Rodius Ssangyong Stavic Subaru Tribeca Toyota Kluger Toyota Landcruiser 200 Toyota LC V8 Toyota Prado Vauxhall Zafira Volkswagen Caddy Maxi Life Volkswagen Caravelle Volkswagen Sharan

As you can see, there are a lot of vehicles that you may need to consider while choosing the best SUV. The average starting price of best 7 seater SUVs is around USD 30,000 and it mainly depends upon the manufacturer, model type and car specifications. Well, I hope the above article was found informative!