Americans love their three-row SUVs, and for good reason. Most three-rows are nice to drive, relatively efficient, and can carry up to eight people with luggage. They are the perfect do-everything vehicles for large families, or buyers simply wanting something roomier.
Automakers are privy to the fact that people can’t get enough, which is why there are nearly 60 three-row SUVs on sale in the US right now—not including a handful of minivans. Nearly ever brand offers one, and they range from mid-sized fuel-sippers to full-sized diesels, body-on-frame, hybrid, electric, and everything in between.
With that in mind, we’ve scoured the market and put together a list of every three-row SUV (and minivan) you can buy in the US this year. There are a ton to choose from.
Acura MDX
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Acura’s first and only three-row SUV is the MDX. The first-generation MDX debuted in the US way back in 2000, and has survived four generations, including a recent facelift for 2025 that adds a new 12.3-inch touchscreen while simultaneously ditching the much-maligned trackpad infotainment control system.
The MDX’s standard powertrain is a 3.5-liter naturally aspirated V-6 making 290 horsepower, while the MDX Type S packs a powerful twin-turbocharged V-6 making 355 horsepower. The Type S model also gets unique 21-inch wheels, quad exhaust tips, and four-piston Brembo brakes. Depending on the trim, the MDX comes in both front- and all-wheel drive configurations (the latter knocks the MPG down to 21 combined).
The base Acura MDX starts at $52,250 with destination for 2025, the mid-range A-Spec model costs $62,850, and the top-of-the-line Type S is $76,300.
Audi Q7
The first-generation Audi Q7 debuted in the US in 2007. Nearly 20 years later, the Q7 is holding strong as the German luxury brand’s only three-row SUV. Audi updated the Q7 for the 2025 model year with a sharp redesign, a more premium interior, and new paint options.
The standard turbocharged 2.0-liter four-cylinder engine makes 241 horsepower, while the optional 3.0-liter V-6 engine makes 335 horsepower. Meanwhile, at the top of the range, the sporty SQ7 gets a twin-turbocharged 4.0-liter V-8 making 500 horsepower. The 2025 Q7 starts at $61,795 in the US, while the SQ7 costs $92,095.
BMW X7
BMW was a late arrival to the three-row SUV game with the X7 in 2019. But it quickly became one of the brand’s best vehicles. The current version was updated in 2023, receiving a new face, more interior features, an added power boost, and a lovely new iDrive 8 infotainment system consisting of a 12.3-inch digital instrument cluster and a 14.9-inch touchscreen.
The X7 gets a base 3.0-liter inline-six with 48-volt mild-hybrid assist, giving it 375 horsepower and 383 pound-feet of torque. The more powerful M60i model packs a twin-turbocharged V-8 with 523 hp and 553 lb-ft, which gets it to 60 miles per hour in a properly quick 4.5 seconds. And at the top of the range, the Alpine XB7 packs 631 hp.
For 2025, the base BMW X7 xDrive40i starts at $85,475. The sporty X7 M60i costs $113,075, and the Alpina XB7—the most luxurious version of BMW’s three-row SUV—comes in at $153,395.
Buick Enclave
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Now into its third generation for the 2025 model year, the Enclave continues as the only three-row option from Buick. It’s a bit larger overall versus 2024, offering 38.2 inches of headroom and 32.1 inches of legroom for third-row passengers. All Enclave trims feature a standard 30.0-inch diagonal screen incorporating driver and center infotainment displays. GM’s Super Cruise hands-free driver assist system is optional.
Also standard across all trims is a turbocharged 2.5-liter four-cylinder making 328 horsepower and 326 pound-feet of torque; no hybrid options are offered. Front-wheel drive is standard, but all-wheel drive is available as a $2,000 upgrade. Pricing starts at $46,495 for the Enclave Preferred FWD, while at the other end, an Enclave Avenir with AWD goes for $61,595.
Cadillac Escalade / ESV / V-Series
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Few SUVs capture the swagger of America like the Escalade, and the full-size flagship SUV is swaggier than ever for 2025. A modest facelift on the outside is dwarfed by the 55.0-inch display that covers the entire dash, pillar-to-pillar. 12.6-inch screens are optional for second-row passengers, and if you get screen fatigue, step outside for a break using the powered doors. There’s ample room for passengers in all three rows, and the longer ESV adds 41.5 cubic feet of cargo space at the very back.
The powertrain is still the venerable 6.2-liter V-8, making 420 horsepower and 460 pound-feet of torque whether you choose 2WD or 4WD. The V-Series amps it up to 682 hp and 683 lb-ft with help from a supercharger. The Duramax diesel option is no longer available.
The least expensive Escalade is the standard-length Luxury trim with 2WD, starting at $90,095. A 4WD Sport Platinum is $119,395, but the flagship V-Series with the supercharged V-8 and AWD leaves them in the dust at $164,495.
Cadillac Escalade IQ / IQL
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The all-electric Escalade IQ looks nearly identical to its gas-burning sibling, but it’s really a completely different vehicle. Riding on GM’s Ultium platform, it carries a massive 205.0-kilowatt-hour battery that gives the luxury SUV a manufacturer-estimated range of 460 miles. As it glides silently down the road, driver and passengers have the same 55.0-inch dash-length screen in front and a slew of tech features for second- and third-row occupants. The longer IQL adds an extra four inches of legroom in the already spacious third row.
All IQ trims have a dual-motor powertrain good for 680 horsepower in normal operation, or 750 hp and 785 pound-feet of torque in Velocity Max mode. That will send the very heavy SUV to 60 mph in approximately five seconds. Its 800-volt architecture can fast charge up to 350 kilowatts, adding 100 miles of range in 10 minutes.
The $129,990 starting price gets you the Luxury 1 trim level with features like four-wheel steering, 24-inch wheels, and a 21-speaker sound system, among others. You’ll spend $150,490 for the range-topping Sport 2 trim, which plugs in opulent equipment like power-opening doors. The IQL starts at $132,695 and should be on sale by mid-2025.
Cadillac XT6
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Even though the Escalade takes up most of the limelight, Cadillac has another three-row SUV: The XT6. At least, it did. The Cadillac XT6 has been around since the 2020 model year but it’s soon to be discontinued for the 2026 model year. You can still buy one, though, with a standard turbocharged 2.0-liter four-cylinder engine sending 237 horsepower to either the front wheels or all four, depending on how you spec it. A more powerful 3.6-liter V-6 engine is available with 310 hp, and both engines are paired to a nine-speed automatic transmission.
The XT6 isn’t as roomy as the larger Escalade, but it still has enough space for seven passengers. There are three trims to choose from—Luxury, Premium Luxury, and Sport—with unique styling cues and options.
The base Cadillac XT6 Luxury starts at $50,590 with the four-cylinder engine. The Premium Luxury costs $58,790 with the upgraded V-6. At the top of the range, the XT6 Sport gets the punchier V-6 plus Brembo brakes and a Sport Control AWD system with a twin clutch. That version of the XT6 starts at $76,115 before options.
Chevrolet Suburban
Chevy’s biggest, roomiest three-row SUV is the Suburban. For 2025, it gets a sharp new design with fresh technology inside, including a 17.7-inch touchscreen and an 11.0-inch digital instrument cluster standard on every trim. Wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto carry over from last year.
The base Suburban LS packs a 5.3-liter gas V-8 with 355 horsepower, paired to a 10-speed automatic transmission and your choice of two- or four-wheel drive. Move up to the LT, and Chevy offers an optional 3.0-liter turbodiesel engine with 305 hp and 495 pound-feet of torque—it’s also the most efficient of the group, returning 23 mpg combined. On higher trims, the Suburban is also available with the brand’s ubiquitous 6.2-liter V-8, making 420 hp.
The base Suburban LS with 2WD starts at $63,995 with destination. The LT starts at $66,995, the RST starts at $71,995, the Premier costs $78,595, the Z71 is $79,535, and the top-of-the-line High Country costs $82,195.
Chevrolet Tahoe
Like its larger Suburban sibling, the Tahoe received an update for 2025, complete with a new exterior design and upgraded tech. A 17.7-inch touchscreen and 11.0-inch digital instrument cluster now come standard throughout the Tahoe range. The smaller Tahoe also gets the same engines as the Suburban, ranging from a base 5.3-liter V-8 with 355 horsepower, to a 3.0-liter turbodiesel, to the range-topping 6.2-liter V-8.
The only significant difference between the Suburban and Tahoe is size; the Tahoe is 211.3 inches long while the Suburban is 226.3 inches long. That means more cargo and passenger space for the Suburban, even though both vehicles fit seven passengers (comfortably).
The other difference is price; the 2025 Tahoe starts at $60,995 for the two-wheel-drive LS model—or, $3,000 cheaper than the Suburban. The top-of-the-line Tahoe High Country starts at $79,195, and 4WD is available throughout the range for a bit extra.
Chevrolet Traverse
Alongside the brawnier, body-on-frame Tahoe and Suburban models, Chevrolet also has a more mainstream three-row SUV in the Traverse. The Traverse is all-new for 2025 with a rugged look and a totally revamped interior, complete with a 17.7-inch infotainment screen across the dash.
A new turbocharged 2.5-liter four-cylinder engine powers every version of the Traverse, producing 315 horsepower and 317 pound-feet of torque. That’s a modest increase from last year’s naturally aspirated V-6, which made 310 hp and 266 pound-feet of torque by comparison. The new four-cylinder engine also returns a more efficient 23 miles per gallon combined in the front-wheel-drive configuration.
The cheapest way to get into the new Traverse is by opting for the base LS FWD model, which starts at $42,095. All-wheel drive adds an extra $2,000 on top of that. At the top of the range is the sporty RS model with AWD, which starts at $57,990.
Chrysler Pacifica / Hybrid
Love ‘em or hate ‘em, minivans are inarguably the best options for carrying loads of people and things. Even though they haven’t been updated in a few years (they are due for a makeover), the Chrysler Pacifica and Pacifica Hybrid remain two of the best minivan options for 2025.
The standard gas Pacifica is powered by a 3.6-liter V-6 engine with 287 horsepower and 262 pound-feet of torque, while still returning up to 22 miles per gallon combined. The Pacific Hybrid pairs the same 3.6-liter V-6 with a plug-in battery that yields 260 hp and up to 30 mpg combined—or 82 mpge.
For 2025, the base Pacifica starts at $44,445 with front-wheel drive, while adding all-wheel drive is an extra $2,995 on top of that. The Pacifica Hybrid starts at $53,050 and comes standard with all-wheel drive.
Chrysler Voyager
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Alongside the Pacifica, Chrysler has a second, even cheaper minivan dubbed the Voyager. Essentially a pre-updated version of the Pacifica, the Voyager gets a standard 3.6-liter V-6 engine with the same 287 horsepower as the Pacifica and 22 miles per gallon combined. But, Chrysler limits certain features—like fancy leather seats, bigger wheels, and better technology—to the Pacifica.
That said, the Voyager undercuts the fancier Pacifica and Pacifica Hybrid by a few thousand dollars to start. The Voyager has an MSRP of $41,990 with destination, and there’s really only one factory option to choose from: A Red Hot paint job for $495.
Dodge Durango
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The current third-generation Dodge Durango has been on the market since 2011, which makes it one of the oldest three-row SUVs still on sale today. It underwent a facelift in 2014 that added new engine options (including the Hellcat) and trims, but it remains a reliable option in the three-row space.
The base Durango is powered by a 3.6-liter V-6 engine with 295 horsepower and returns up to 20 miles per gallon combined with rear-wheel drive. The Durango R/T adopts the powerful 5.7-liter Hemi V-8, making 360 hp and returning just 17 mpg combined. All-wheel drive is standard on the R/T. But at the top of the range, the Durango Hellcat makes a whopping 710 hp and returns… you know what, that’s not important.
The base Durango starts at $40,090 with destination, the cheapest R/T costs $50,985, and the top-of-the-line Hellcat comes in at $102,885 as Dodge slowly winds down its most-powerful SUV with a few special editions for the 2025 model year. Get it while you still can.
Ford Expedition / Max
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Ford introduced an all-new Expedition model for 2025 with a new look and a bevy of fresh features, inside and out. Now in its fifth generation, the 2025 Expedition is available in a rugged Tremor off-road trim that adds 33-inch General Grabber all-terrain tires and 10.6 inches of ground clearance alongside a few subtle visual cues. Inside every Expedition model is a new 24.0-inch panoramic digital display with a 13.2-inch central touchscreen.
The 2025 Expedition is available in two configurations: standard and Max. The standard Expedition is 209.9 inches long with a 122.5-inch wheelbase, while the Expedition Max stretches out to 221.7 inches with a 131.5-inch wheelbase, offering more passenger and cargo space.
Under the hood of the Active, King Ranch, and Platinum Expedition models is a standard turbocharged 3.5-liter V-6 engine making 400 horsepower and 480 pound-feet of torque. The Tremor comes standard with a high-output version of the same engine with 440 hp and 510 lb-ft. That engine is also optional on the Platinum model. With either engine, the Expedition returns up to 19 miles per gallon combined with two-wheel drive.
The 2025 Ford Expedition costs $63,995 for the base model, with the King Ranch model starting at just over $85,000.
Ford Explorer
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Refreshed for 2025, Ford’s enduring Explorer offers three-row seating and a choice of turbocharged engine options in a revamped lineup that currently has just four trim levels. Explorer Active is the least expensive, though you’ll still get features like 18-inch aluminum wheels, heated seats, and a 13.2-inch center touchscreen. A 12.3-inch digital driver display is also standard issue.
Active and ST-Line trims have a turbocharged 2.3-liter four-cylinder engine good for 300 horsepower and 310 pound-feet of torque. The full-fat ST swaps in the 400-hp twin-turbocharged 3.0-liter EcoBoost V-6 and a sport-tuned suspension, but it’s only available with rear-wheel drive. You can have the big engine and AWD in range-topping Platinum trim, but all Explorer trims use a 10-speed automatic transmission.
An off-road-focused Tremor is in the works and will likely debut for 2026. For now, pricing starts just over $41,000 for the Active but reaches into the mid-$50,000 range for the ST.
Genesis GV80
The posh GV80 received a refresh for 2025. It doesn’t look significantly different on the outside, but there’s a big 27-inch screen spanning half the dash. It encompasses both driver and center displays, setting tablet-style on the dash above a bevy of manual controls for climate functions.
The big screen is standard across the lineup, even in base 2.5T trim. Leatherette heated seats and 19-inch wheels are also among the standard gear, and under the hood you’ll find Hyundai’s turbocharged 2.5-liter four-cylinder making 300 horsepower. It powers all four wheels through an 8-speed automatic transmission, or you can jump to the GV80 3.5T Advanced and get a 375-hp twin-turbocharged 3.5-liter V-6.
It’s a big price jump, though, starting at around $75,000. The flagship 3.5T Prestige is even more at $80,000, though it’s properly equipped as a luxury SUV with Nappa leather, 22-inch wheels, Highway Driving Assist 2, and something called a Mood Curator.
GMC Acadia
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No matter what flavor you choose for the 2025 Acadia, you’ll get the same powertrain: a 2.5-liter turbocharged four-cylinder engine with 328 horsepower and 326 pound-feet of torque, driving an eight-speed automatic. You can choose between front-wheel or all-wheel drive, though, and you can choose from three trim levels.
Elevation is the entry point at $45,150, which gets you front-wheel drive, heated front seats, a 15.0-inch touchscreen, wireless CarPlay/Auto, a Bose stereo, and quite a bit more. AT4 is targeted at those who might venture off pavement more often than not, and the Denali is the luxury trim at $55,595 for FWD. Add another $2,000 for AWD.
The 2025 Acadia is still fresh and new, having launched its third generation for the 2024 model year.
GMC Yukon / XL
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Big body-on-frame SUVs are alive and well at GMC, albeit quite expensive. Like the Chevy Tahoe and Suburban, the Yukon lineup received a minor exterior update on the outside and a major refresh for the interior. That includes a huge 16.8-inch portrait-oriented center screen set into a redesigned dash and a host of standard-issue luxury items like leather heated seats for first and second-row passengers.
Unfortunately, you’ll pay dearly for it. The base 2WD Yukon Elevation now costs nearly $70,000, an increase of almost $10,000 from last year. Engine options range from the familiar 5.3-liter, 355-horsepower V-8 to the 420-horsepower 6.2-liter V-8, and you can still get the 3.0-liter Duramax turbo diesel. It generates 305 hp and 495 pound-feet of torque, while returning 23 combined MPG.
There are five Yukon trims to choose from, all of which are available in extended-length Yukon XL form. The range-topping 2025 Yukon XL Denali Ultimate breaks the bank at $105,495.
Honda Odyssey
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It may not have burly SUV styling, but the Odyssey more than gets the job done for hauling seven people in comfort. The current generation is getting old—it debuted in 2018 but Honda gave its minivan a second facelift for 2024 that added new front and rear fascias, a range of new wheel selections, and some tech updates.
A 9.0-inch center touchscreen is standard, with a 12.8-inch screen added to higher trim levels. All Odysseys have a 7.0-inch digital driver screen and features wireless CarPlay/Auto, power sliding side doors, power/heated front seats, a moonroof, and more. Honda’s 280-horsepower 3.5-liter V-6 with a 10-speed automatic transmission is the only powertrain option. All Odysseys are FWD.
Only four trim levels remain, starting with the EX-L at $43,670. The range-topping Odyssey Elite starts at $52,630, including destination fees.
Honda Pilot
Honda’s largest SUV soldiers into 2025 unchanged from the previous year. That’s not really a bad thing—the current-gen Pilot arrived in 2023 with a rugged new face and an off-road-focused Trailsport Trim. It’s surprisingly roomy inside for a mid-size SUV, and available appearance packages offer a sportier look even on lower-level trims.
Speaking of which, 20-inch wheels are available even on the base Sport trim. A 7.0-inch infotainment screen is standard, though it only goes up to a 9.0-inch screen on higher trim levels. The Pilot doesn’t razzle with technology; Honda includes most of its driver-assist systems standard across all trims. The main differences come in the form of screen sizes, the amount of speakers, and on the TrailSport, a specialty-tuned suspension.
All Pilots have a 3.5-liter V-6 making 285 horsepower, connected to a 10-speed automatic transmission. It uses a FWD platform, but AWD is available. Honda offers six trim levels, front the $41,650 Sport FWD to the $56,030 Black Edition AWD.
Hyundai Ioniq 9
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Hyundai is following the lead of its cousins at Kia and introducing an electric three-row SUV. The Ioniq 9 debuted late last year with up to 335 miles of range and up to six different trim options to choose from, ranging from a base rear-wheel-drive model to the top-of-the-line Calligraphy trim carried over from other Hyundai models like the Santa Fe and Palisade.
The base S RWD model is the least powerful of the group, with just 215 horsepower, but it’s also the most efficient, returning 335 miles of range between charges. The SE and SEL models both get 303 hp and return 320 miles of range, while the top Ioniq 9 models get 422 hp and return 311 miles of range.
Hopping into a base Ioniq 9 S RWD will set you back $60,555. The mid-range Ioniq 9 Performance is $72,850. And at the top of the range, the Ioniq 9 Calligraphy is a cool $78,090.
Hyundai Palisade
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With a radically different next-generation Palisade coming for 2026, this marks the end of Hyundai’s first-generation full-size flagship SUV. It’s one of the cheapest three-row SUVs on the market, checking in under $40,000 in base SE trim.
For that, you get a 291-hp 3.8-liter V6 turning the front wheels through an eight-speed automatic transmission. There’s a standard 12.3-inch touchscreen with navigation and CarPlay/Auto connectivity, but it’s pretty barebones beyond that. On the other end, the Palisade Calligraphy Night starts at over $55,000 and has just about everything, including AWD. The engine and touchscreen, however, are the same across all trims.
The 2026 Palisade has already been revealed with boxy styling, a hybrid option, and nine-passenger seating. It will almost certainly be more expensive than the current model so don’t expect it to remain among the least-expensive three-row SUV choices for long.
Hyundai Santa Fe
Boxy is back in a big way at Hyundai, led by the Santa Fe, which still looks new from its fifth-generation launch in 2024. It’s also one of the cheapest three-row SUVs on the market, as long as you’re okay with a black, white, or silver exterior. The Santa Fe SE base trim doesn’t offer much in the way of choices, but you do get three-row seating with a 12.3-inch touchscreen, 18-inch wheels, and a turbocharged 2.5-liter four-cylinder engine making 277 horsepower. FWD is standard, but AWD is optional.
As one of Hyundai’s best-selling vehicles, the Santa Fe is offered in five standard trims and three hybrids. Jumping to the hybrid trades the 2.5-liter engine for a turbocharged 1.6-liter four-pot and a single electric motor, developing a combined 231 hp and 271 lb-ft of torque. It’s not a plug-in hybrid so there’s no electric-only operation, but the hybrid can achieve a combined 36 MPG in FWD form.
Expect to pay at least $39,275 for the cheapest Santa Fe Hybrid. The most expensive trim among them all is the Hybrid Calligraphy, starting at $50,325.
Infiniti QX60
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The big news for the QX60 in 2025 is the loss of its V-6 engine. The only choice now is the 2.0-liter turbocharged Variable Compression Turbo engine, which generates 268 horsepower and 286 pound-feet of torque. It’s a bit less power but a little more twist versus last year, for better or worse. Infiniti also offers a new Black Edition Package that adds an array of black trim and black wheels to the mix.
Everything else is carry-over from 2024. That means a 12.3-inch center screen across the lineup, along with leather heated seats, a tri-zone climate control system, a panoramic moonroof, and 20-inch wheels except for the entry-level QX60 Pure, which gets a set of 18s.
The 2025 QX60 is offered in four trims: Pure, Luxe, Sensory, and Autograph. All models offer AWD, though FWD is standard on Pure and Luxe.
Infiniti QX80
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Infiniti’s big flagship three-row is new for 2025, wearing a bulky body that is both elegant and a touch rugged. Infiniti says the third row has 18 percent more space, and there’s 54 percent more room at the very back. In front, dual 14.3-inch displays for the driver and center infotainment merge into one large screen. A third 9.0-inch screen sits on the front of the console and is used to control common-use features like climate settings.
The QX80 is still a body-on-frame SUV, but its old V-8 is gone. Under the hood is a twin-turbocharged 3.5-liter V-6. It makes 450 horsepower and 516 pound-feet of torque, which goes either to the rear wheels or all four. A nine-speed automatic does the shifting, and it can tow 8,500 pounds.
As with the QX60, the QX80 is available in the same Pure, Luxe, Sensory, and Autograph trims. The top two are 4WD only, but they also have starting prices over $100,000.
Jeep Grand Cherokee L
The standard Jeep Grand Cherokee still comes with two rows. But slap an “L” to the end of that nameplate, and that affords you the same rugged and stylish Grand Cherokee with an extra row with a bit more metal on the back end.
The Grand Cherokee L debuted in 2021 and has soldiered into 2025 with minimal changes. That said, Jeep did kill the 5.7-liter V-8 last year on the Grand Cherokee L, which means the only engine option is the 3.6-liter V-6, which makes 293 horsepower. All-wheel drive comes standard across the board, from the base Laredo trim to the Summit Reserve.
The Grand Cherokee L starts at $39,035 for the base Laredo model, while the top-of-the-line Summit Reserve costs a healthy $64,535. All versions of the Grand Cherokee L return 14 miles per gallon city, 22 highway, and 17 combined.
Jeep Wagoneer / Grand Wagoneer / L
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Unlike the Grand Cherokee, which has an optional third row, the Jeep Wagoneer and Grand Wagoneer models come with three rows out of the box. And you can go bigger still with the L model, which is a whopping 12.0 inches longer than the normal Wagoneer with an extra 5.0 inches of rear overhang. Yeah, it’s a big boy.
The Wagoneer gets a standard twin-turbocharged 3.0-liter inline-six making 420 horsepower, while the Grand Wagoneer ups the output to 540 hp with the same engine. All-wheel drive comes standard, and both engines are paired to an eight-speed automatic transmission.
The base Wagoneer forgoes some of the fancy stuff found on the Grand Wagoneer, which gives it a base price of $62,040. Slap the letter “L” onto the end of it, and the Wagoneer costs $65,040. The fancier Grand Wagoneer starts at $87,040 while the Grand Wagoneer L costs $101,945.
Kia Carnival / Hybrid
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Even though it looks like an SUV, the Kia Carnival is one of the few minivans still on the market in the US in 2025. And it’s one of just two hybrid options. For 2025, the Carnival gets a modest facelift and a minor price hike.
The Carnival’s new hybrid powertrain combines a 1.6-liter engine with a 54-kilowatt motor, generating a combined 242 horsepower and 271 pound-feet of torque, while returning an impressive 33 miles per gallon combined. Opt for the 3.5-liter V-6, and that engine makes 287 horsepower and 260 pound-feet of torque.
The 2025 Kia Carnival starts at $37,895 for the new year, which marks a $2,900 increase from last year. The SX Prestige Hybrid is the priciest option of the bunch with an MSRP of $53,995.
Kia EV9
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Electric three-row SUVs are few and far between, with only a few on this list. One of them is the Kia EV9, which debuted in the US in 2024. The EV9 has a 99.8 kilowatt-hour (usable) battery with two electric motors giving it 379 horsepower, 516 pound-feet of torque, and up to 304 miles of range in the US according to the EPA.
The EV9 starts at $57,090 for the base Light RWD model, while the Light Long Range—which achieves that 304 miles of range—starts at $61,395. The sporty GT-Line model with AWD costs $75,395 after destination and gets to 60 miles per hour in just 4.5 seconds.
Kia Sorento
Kia currently has four three-row SUVs (or, minivans), with the Sorento being the smallest of the group. For 2024, the Sorento received a modest facelift, which gave it a new look and a few different trim and package options. The new X-Pro trim, in particular, adds special 17-inch wheels with larger BF Goodrich all-terrain tires.
The base Sorento starts at a reasonable $33,405 for 2025, which makes it one of the cheapest three-rows on this list. The Sorento Hybrid comes in at $40,105, while the plug-in-hybrid version is $49,405 out of the box—and the most efficient. The Sorento PHEV gets 30 miles of electric-only range and 74 mpg when combined with the gas engine. Even the standard hybrid is still efficient at 36 mpg combined.
Kia Telluride
The Kia Telluride is arguably the brand’s most popular three-row SUV. It debuted for the 2020 model year in the US and has been a hot commodity ever since. The Telluride underwent a slight update for the 2024 model year that gave it a minor redesign on the front end and new trims, including the off-road-focused X-Pro.
For 2025, the Telluride starts at $37,805 for the base LX model, while the top-trim SX Prestige X-Pro costs $55,100. But, there is a new Telluride already on the way. Spy photos have previewed the next-generation SUV testing on public roads, and we could see it before the end of this year or early in 2026.
Land Rover Defender
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Land Rover offers three different Defender body styles, but it’s only the 130 where you get a third row of seating. Introduced in 2022 to shoehorn a more family-friendly option into the rugged SUV’s lineup, the Defender 130 measures in at 211.7 inches long, but keeps much of the ruggedness and off-roading ability the model is known for.
Unlike the Defender’s other configurations, which offer 4-, 6-, and 8-cylinder engines, the 130 is available exclusively with 6- or 8-cylinder power. The two straight-sixes deliver 296 horsepower and 395 horsepower, respectively, the latter of which adds $8,000 to the price tag.
If you’re cool with the lesser power option, the minimum you’ll be paying for a Defender 130 is $71,325, including destination. Want the big-boy V-8 model? Be prepared to spend at least $120,525. And if you want a color other than white, you’ll have to shell out at least $950 extra.
Land Rover Discovery
The Land Rover Discovery delivers a perfect blend of comfort and capability, with a refined driving experience, real off-road cred, and plenty of space inside. Despite showing its age—this generation was first introduced in 2017 and last refreshed in 2021—it remains a solid choice for the segment.
With that last refresh came a new line of engines. The base powerplant is a turbocharged inline-four making 296 horsepower and 295 pound-feet of torque, while a turbocharged inline-six making 355 horsepower and 369 lb-ft of torque is available as an extra. At minimum, you’ll need to upgrade to the Dynamic SE trim to access those extra ponies. That’ll cost you an extra $4,200.
Otherwise, the Discovery starts at $61,825 including destination. There are many optional add-ons, including seven different color choices, four different wheel designs, and three unique interior color schemes.
Land Rover Range Rover
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Land Rover’s full-size Range Rover is the best of the best in the luxury SUV segment, with class-leading comfort and performance. The only way to option a third row is to spring for the long-wheelbase version, which adds nearly eight inches to the space between the tires.
The seven-seat configuration limits buyers to two mild-hybrid engine choices: a 3.0-liter inline-six making 395 horsepower and 405 lb-ft of torque, or a 4.4-liter twin-turbo V-8 making 523 horsepower and 553 lb-ft of torque. The latter is $23,500 more expensive, but it unlocks a 4.6-second 0-60 time and 8,200 pounds of towing capacity.
If neither of those things appeals to you, the base seven-seater Range Rover starts at $116,525 including destination. Upgrading to the $171,025 Autobiography trim gets the V-8 as standard, and adds things like diamond-turned 22-inch wheels, a Meridian sound system, and pixel LED headlights.
Lexus GX
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The Lexus GX is one of the best SUVs on sale today, bringing good looks, a solid interior design, and true off-roading prowess in a relatively affordable package. A third row is available for the GX550, but it comes with some compromise.
Most GX trims come standard with three rows of seats, but if you want either of the available Overtrail trims—the variants made specifically to go off-roading—the third row is deleted. So you have to choose between passenger space and rock-crawling supremacy. A 3.4-liter twin-turbo V-6 is standard across all trims, delivering 349 horsepower and 479 lb-ft of torque through an eight-speed automatic.
Starting price for the GX550 Premium, the cheapest trim, comes in at $65,585 including destination. Step up to the $78,050 Luxury model, and you get things like 22-inch alloy wheels and 10-way power front seats with heating, ventilation, and massaging functions.
Lexus LX
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Slotted just above the GX is the Lexus LX, which has been around since 1996 but recently underwent a major update in just the last few years. The latest LX has a twin-turbocharged 3.4-liter V-6 making 409 horsepower and 479 pound-feet of torque in standard form, or 457 horsepower and 538 pound-feet with the hybrid. The latter returns up to 20 miles per gallon combined.
As the top dog in the Lexus lineup, the LX is pricey. It starts at $106,850 for the base 600 Premium model and tops out at $117,850 for the fanciest 700h F Sport Handling. Of course, Lexus also offers an off-road-focused Overtrail model for $115,350.
Lexus TX
The TX is Lexus’s newest and—based on length—largest SUV. Introduced for the 2024 model year, the Lexus TX is based on the Toyota Grand Highlander and uses the same turbocharged 2.4-liter four-cylinder base engine, making 275 horsepower and 317 pound-feet of torque. But, Lexus also gives you the option of a 366-horsepower performance hybrid or a plug-in hybrid making 404 horsepower.
The base TX350 starts at $56,490 and the top-trim TX with the base engine is the 350 F Sport Handling model, which costs $65,760. Move to the performance hybrid powertrain and the 500h F Sport Performance Premium starts at $70,101, while the plug-in hybrid model costs $78,560.
Lincoln Aviator
The Lincoln Navigator gets all the attention, but Lincoln still sells the smaller Aviator three-row SUV. In fact, the Aviator was updated in 2025 with a new look, a few special trim packages, and a pretty significant price increase to go with it. But, it does get one of the most powerful standard engines of any SUV: a twin-turbocharged 3.0-liter V-6 making 400 horsepower.
The base Aviator Premiere starts at $60,590, while the mid-range Reserve is $67,790, and the fanciest Black Label model is $88,990. But, as mentioned, those prices are well up compared to last year; the base Premiere is $5,155 pricier than in 2024.
Lincoln Navigator / L
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The Navigator is Lincoln’s biggest, most luxurious, and most popular model. The ubiquitous three-row has been around since 1998 and soldiers on into 2025 now in its fifth generation, with the new model debuting last year. With the same twin-turbocharged 3.5-liter V-6 as last year, the Navigator makes 440 horsepower.
Buyers can choose between the already-big-enough base Navigator or the L model, which adds an extra 11.0 inches of length, giving the gargantuan SUV 14.5 cubic feet of cargo space behind the third row. The base Navigator starts at $101,190 while the Navigator L costs $104,980.
Lucid Gravity
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Even though Lucid is still a fledgling brand, the EV maker was quick to introduce a three-row SUV following its Air sedan. The Lucid Gravity debuted late in 2024, and the order books opened late that same year. The electric three-row finally goes on sale this year.
The base Lucid Gravity Grand Touring starts at $96,500 with destination, while its 112.0-kilowatt-hour battery and dual electric motors pack 828 horsepower and 450 miles of range. For now, the Grand Touring is the lone Gravity trim, but the company promises even more options in the near future.
Mazda CX-90
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Mazda only has one three-row SUV: The CX-90. But, like most of Mazda’s SUVs, it has a reputation for being one of the more fun-to-drive options in the class. Buyers can choose from a base turbocharged 3.3-liter inline-six engine making 280 horsepower, a Turbo S Premium model with 340 horsepower, or a plug-in-hybrid option making 323 hp and returning
The standard CX-90 Turbo Select starts at $39,300 with destination, while the Turbo S Premium with the more powerful engine starts at $54,605. Opt for the plug-in and the base CX-90 PHEV Preferred costs $51,400.
Mercedes-Benz EQB
The Mercedes-Benz EQB is the smallest and cheapest electric vehicle offered by the tri-star brand. Despite its size and price, the EQB comes with an optional third row, broadening its appeal as a true do-it-all compact luxury SUV.
The EQB is available with three different drivetrains. The entry-level EQB250+ gets a single electric motor spinning the front wheels, rated at 188 horsepower. Upgrade to the EQB300, and you get another motor for the rear wheels, for a total output of 225 horsepower. The EQB350 takes things one step further, with two motors making a combined 288 horses. The entry-level EQB250+ is the best on range, rated at 251 miles by the EPA.
The entry-level EQB250+ starts at $54,200, including a $1,150 destination charge. Step up to the EWB300, and you’re looking at a starting MSRP of $58,150. The range-topping EQB350, meanwhile, starts at $61,800. And if you want the third row, you’ll be shelling out another $1,250, no matter the trim.
Mercedes-Benz EQS SUV
The biggest benefit of choosing the EQS SUV over the normal EQS? A third row of seats. Buyers can option an additional two chairs behind the second row for more people-carrying power, though be warned, you lose some luggage space in the trunk area.
Seat count isn’t the only thing buyers can choose. The EQS SUV, essentially just a lifted, rebodied EQS sedan, comes in three different drivetrain flavors. The base EQS450+ gets a single, rear-mounted motor delivering 335 horsepower. Step up to the EQS450 4Matic, and you get an additional motor mounted up front for all-wheel drive, plus 20 more total horsepower.
Speed fiends will go for the EQS580 4Matic. Like the 450, it gets two motors, one for the front axle, and another for the rear. Combined, they make 536 horsepower and 633 lb-ft of torque, enough to move the heavy EV to 60 miles per hour in just 4.5 seconds.
Mercedes-Benz GLB
The GLB is the second-smallest SUV offered by Mercedes-Benz, yet it comes available with a third row of 50-50 folding seats out back. Adding a third row is an option on all three trims, with a cost of $850.
The base GLB 250 is sparsely appointed, with a 2.0-liter turbocharged inline-four paired with mild-hybrid tech, sending power to the front wheels. It’s rated at 221 horsepower and 258 pound-feet of torque. For an extra $2,000, you can add the company’s 4Matic all-wheel drive system, improving traction for rain, mud, and snow.
The Mercedes-AMG GLB 35 gets all-wheel drive as standard, as well as a more powerful inline-four making 302 hp and 295 lb-ft of torque. It can sprint form 0-60 in just 5.4 seconds—a second and a half quicker than the base car.
Mercedes-Benz GLE
The Mercedes-Benz GLE is one of the best-selling vehicles from the brand. It’s an incredibly versatile SUV, with an optional third row. Adding another set of seats will cost you $2,100, as it also adds power seats for the second row (to make ingress and egress easier) and two USB-C ports for the third-row area.
The third row package is available on every GLE trim save for the GLE 450e plug-in hybrid, as the onboard battery takes up the third row’s space. And if you want some power underneath your right foot, you’ll have to settle for the AMG GLE 53, as the more powerful, V-8-equipped GLE 63 S isn’t available with a third row.
Mercedes-Benz GLS
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If you plan to use your third row often, consider the Mercedes-Benz GLS. It’s the biggest SUV in the company’s lineup, allowing for ample room for people occupying all seven seats. Offered in four flavors, from a base six-cylinder model all the way up to a V-8-powered AMG, it delivers all the space you can ever want.
Whether you choose the base GLS 450 4Matic, the V-8-powered GLS 580 4Matic, or the 603-horsepower AMG GLS 63, the third row comes standard. The only trim where it’s not available is the Maybach GLS 600, where the third row is deleted to give the second-row occupants more space to lounge.
Mitsubishi Outlander
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Mitsubishi doesn’t have the same foothold in the American market as it used to. But the Outlander remains a compelling choice for budget-minded buyers looking for a crossover with three rows as standard. Even the plug-in hybrid comes in seven-passenger guise—an uncommon sight, even in cars costing twice as much.
It’s worth noting that those two back seats aren’t exactly spacious. Leg and head room are tight, meaning those seats are best left to children who can fit comfortably. Stuff an adult back there, and you’re sure to hear complaints after the first 20 minutes.
Nissan Armada
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For years, the Armada languished at the top of Nissan’s lineup as an overpriced, uncompetitive alternative to cars like the Toyota Land Cruiser. But no longer. The Armada has been given a full redesign for 2025, offering new looks and a twin-turbocharged V-6.
The new Armada finally feels competitive in the segment, mainly because it still comes standard with a third row of seats, whether you go for the standard three-passenger second row or a set of captain’s chairs. The third row is also power-folding, meaning you can press a button in the trunk to tuck them away.
Nissan Pathfinder
If you can’t afford the Armada, the Nissan Pathfinder is a cheaper, more economical alternative. The standard third row seating means eight available occupants, or seven if you go for the second-row captain’s chairs.
While not as luxurious as the Hyundai Palisade nor as dead-reliable as the Toyota Highlander, the Pathfinder offers 6,000 pounds of towing from its standard 3.5-liter V-6, rated at 284 horsepower and 259 pound-feet of torque. Step up to the off-road-focused Rock Creek Edition, and those numbers get bumped to 295 hp and 270 lb-ft of torque.
Rivian R1S
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Rivian updated the R1S for 2025, with most of the changes happening underneath the SUV’s familiar-looking sheet metal. There’s a new tri-motor powertrain option and Rivian gave the quad-motor setup a major power boost.
The R1S can now make up to 1,025 horsepower. The new tri-motor setup makes 850 hp and 1,013 pound-feet of torque, while Rivian left the dual-motor output of 553 hp unchanged. Rivian also updated the SUV’s suspension, giving it new springs and dampers while recalibrating its hydraulic roll-control system.
Rivian introduced its first limited edition mode, the California Dune Edition, which includes 20-inch all-terrain wheels, reinforced underbody protection, and a spare tire. The trim also includes Maxtrax recovery boards and a pair of crossbars.
Subaru Ascent
Subaru’s largest model, the Ascent, has three rows and seating for up to eight people. It’s available in eight trims, each featuring the same turbocharged 2.4-liter boxer engine. It makes 260 horsepower and 277 pound-feet of torque in the model and pairs with a continuously variable transmission.
Max towing capacity is 8,000 pounds and Subaru’s Symmetrical All-Wheel-Drive system is standard across the range, with up to 8.7 inches of ground clearance. Its EyeSight driver assist technology is also standard. The SUV has up to 75.6 cubic feet of cargo space, too.
The 2025 Subaru Ascent starts at $40,300 for the entry-level Premium, eight-passenger version. The range tops out with the Ascent Onyx Touring Edition that has a $51,415 starting price.
Tesla Model X
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The Tesla Model X is the brand’s high-end SUV that’ll likely soon receive a styling refresh. Until then, the three-row electric SUV is virtually unchanged from last year. Tesla offers the EV in two configurations—all-wheel drive and Plaid. The Plaid, with three electric motors, is quicker, hitting 60 miles per hour in 2.5 seconds instead of 3.8 for the AWD version. The dual-motor AWD version benefits from offering more range—up to 329 miles versus the 314 miles available in the Plaid.
While the Model Y is available with three rows, six and seven-seat interiors cost $6,500 and $3,500, respectively. The company’s “Full Self-Driving” technology is another $8,000. The base Model Y costs $86,630. The Model Y Plaid costs $99,990.
Tesla Model Y
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Tesla recently updated the Model Y for 2025, giving it a much-needed visual makeover. The electric crossover debuted in 2020, and the automaker gave it a small range boost for the new model year, increasing it from 311 miles to 320 in the Long Range AWD variant.
The LR AWD is the only version available at launch and costs $50,630 to start. The automaker is expected to introduce other, cheaper trims with different powertrain configurations, like a performance AWD version and a long-range rear-wheel drive one.. Tesla should also launch a three-row version at some point. The automaker offered the previous Model Y with a third row.
Tesla claims the cabin is now quieter, with the crossover coming with acoustic glass and an upgraded suspension. The 2025 Model Y also gets an 8.0-inch screen for the second-row seats, which are now powered.
Toyota 4Runner
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Toyota gave the 4Runner a much-needed makeover for 2025. It shares a platform with the new Tacoma, featuring a turbocharged 2.4-liter four-cylinder engine making 278 horsepower and 378 pound-feet of torque. Customers can upgrade to a 326-hp i-Force Max hybrid engine, with both powertrains pairing with a new eight-speed automatic.
The 2025 4Runner is available in two-wheel drive, part-time four-wheel drive, and full-time four-wheel drive. Two- and four-wheel-drive models get a limited-slip differential, while the 4WD also features a two-speed transfer case.
The 4Runner is available in nine trims, including a new Trailhunter that adds 33-inch off-road tires, a 2.0-inch front and 1.5-inch rear suspension lift, Old Man Emu forged shocks with remote reservoirs, a 20-inch light bar, a high-mounted air intake, and more.
The entry-level 4Runner SR5 starts at $42,220 and tops out with the Trailhunter that costs $68,350.
Toyota Grand Highlander
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Toyota added a new entry-level Grand Highlander trim for 2025, making the three-row crossover more affordable. It now starts at $42,310 for the entry-level LE that’s available with front-wheel drive.
It’s more than $2,000 cheaper than the entry-level XLE from 2024, but still comes with a 12.3-inch touchscreen and 18-inch wheels. Toyota added a new Nightshade trim to the 2025 Grand Highlander, adding black accents to the grille, black mirror caps, and blacked-out wheels. It also comes with a premium JBL sound system.
The automaker’s turbocharged 2.4-liter four-cylinder engine, which makes 265 horsepower, is the standard powertrain. However, Toyota offers the crossover with its 245-hp hybrid and its 362-hp Hybrid Max powertrains.
Toyota Highlander
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Toyota introduced a new Highlander 25th Edition model for 2025, built off the Hybrid Limited AWD trim. It has silver trim, special 20-inch wheels, and badging inside and out. Toyota is capping production at 2,500 units for the US market, but the rest of the lineup is available.
The entry-level Highlander LE FWD starts at $41,270, a few hundred dollars more than for 2025, and tops out with the Hybrid Platinum trim at $55,425. Other trims include XLE, Limited, Limited, and Platinum.
The standard powertrain is a turbocharged 2.4-liter four-cylinder engine powering the front wheels through an eight-speed automatic gearbox. It makes 265 horsepower and 310 pound-feet of torque. Toyota also offers a Highlander Hybrid with an electrified 2.5-liter four-cylinder making a combined 243 hp and 186 lb-ft of twist. The Nightshade is exclusively available with a hybrid powertrain, which is available on every trim except the LE.
Toyota Sequoia
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The Sequoia got a major glow-up a few years ago with the launch of the third generation. For 2025, Toyota gave the boxy three-row offering a new trim— the 1794 edition, an exclusive new color called Mudbath only available on the TRD Pro, and optional massaging seats.
Its twin-turbocharged, 3.5-liter hybrid V-6 makes 437 horsepower and 538 pound-feet of torque, which pairs with the brand’s 10-speed automatic transmission. It’s capable of towing up to 9,520 pounds. Part-time four-wheel drive is available on the SR5 and Limited trims and standard on the 1794, Platinum, TRD Pro, and Capstone.
The new 1794 trim features real American walnut interior trim, unique leather-trimmed seats, second-row captain’s chairs, and a panoramic roof as standard. It also has 1794 badging and 20-inch wheels.
The 2025 Sequoia starts at $64,120 for the entry-level SR5. The TRD Pro is $82,240, while the range-topping Capstone costs $85,860 before any options.
Toyota Sienna
The fourth-generation Toyota Sienna has received a number of yearly updates since its launch for 2021. It most recently received minor interior tweaks for 2025, getting a 12.3-inch infotainment touchscreen as standard while making other changes to various trims. Toyota made available its digital instrument cluster in the XSE, Woodland Edition, Limited, and Platinum trims. Powering the minivan is Toyota’s 2.5-liter four-cylinder hybrid engine making a combined 245 horsepower.
VinFast VF9
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Vietnamese automaker VinFast began delivering its VF9 electric three-row SUV late last year. It’s available in two versions: Eco and Plus. Both use the same 123-kilowatt-hour battery pack, although the Eco returns 330 miles of range to the Plus’s 219 miles, with the uprated trim featuring 21-inch wheels compared to the entry-level Eco’s 20-inch ones. Both have dual motors making the same 402 horsepower and 457 pound-feet of torque.
Volkswagen Atlas
The Volkswagen Atlas is due for a major makeover that’ll arrive soon. Until then, the first-generation Atlas and Atlas Cross Sport carry over for another model year. VW updated the SUV for 2024, giving it an updated exterior and a revamped interior. It also trimmed the powertrain lineup to one option—a 269-horsepower turbocharged four-cylinder.
A heavily revised Atlas for 2026 should debut sometime this year, but the crossover remains basically unchanged for 2025, starting at $39,625 for the entry-level Atlas. The Atlas Cross Sport SE is slightly cheaper to start at $38,615.
Volvo EX90
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Volvo first revealed the electric EX90 in late 2022, but the automaker needed time to fine-tune all the technology that comes with it for its 2025 launch. The SUV is the brand’s flagship model, which has a dual-motor, all-wheel-drive setup making either 402 or 510 horsepower. The additional power is a $5,000 upgrade, and both are rated to have an estimated 300 miles of range. Seven seats are standard, but six are optional.
Volvo XC90
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The 2025 Volvo XC90 is still going strong after a decade, receiving its second facelift for the new model year. Volvo tweaked the SUV’s exterior styling, which is aging gracefully, but made more substantial changes inside. It now has a larger 11.2-inch touchscreen, more sound insulation, redesigned vents, and an additional cup holder. There are three powertrain choices, including a plug-in hybrid, and each can tow up to 5,000 pounds.
