Three-row SUVs have become a popular choice among car shoppers with large families. It typically seats up to eight passengers and still offers enough cargo space for luggage and other items. Avoiding the stigma of minivans is another reason for their popularity. However, choosing the right option is not easy. There is a wide range of models to choose from, varying in size and price, and some are available with hybrid and efficient hybrid powertrains. Edmunds has rounded up the best three-row SUVs to help you narrow down your search, ranked by size and price.
Compact: Kia Sorento
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