What is the cheapest 7-seater car?

The Dacia Jogger is currently the cheapest 7-seater on the market. Prices start at £14,995, although you will want to spend a bit more for a few modern essentials like an 8-inch infotainment system and keyless entry. That pushes you up to the mid-range Comfort trim which costs £16,595. The Vauxhall Combo Life MPV starts at £20,185 and has tons of space, although it’s a bit basic inside. Volkswagen’s Touran MPV in base SE trim is next up, at £30,470. It offers a lot more tech, space and performance than the Vauxhall and Dacia, but you do pay a fair premium for this. The SEAT Tarraco is one of the cheapest large 7-seater SUVs at £30,785.

What is the biggest 7-seater car?

For the most passenger space in all 3 rows, the largest SUVs like the Land Rover Discovery , BMW X7 and Audi Q7 are the most spacious.

Are 7-seater cars safe?

All modern 7-seater vehicles need to pass some stringent crash and safety tests before reaching the market. Even 3rd row passengers have seatbelts, and most luxury 7-seaters also offer airbags for every occupant. It is commonly accepted that a larger, heavier vehicle will be better off than a smaller, lighter one in the event of an accident.

Do 7-seater cars cost more to insure?

Additional seats on their own may not necessarily affect the insurance premium, however they will be considered together with the main rating factors such as the vehicle size, type, performance and its intended use.

What is the most reliable 7-seater car?

Vehicle reliability is as much to do with maintenance and servicing (as well as a bit of luck) as it is with anything else, but the Kia Sorento and Skoda Kodiaq have a decent reputation for dependability.

What is the smallest 7-seater car?

To have 7 seats a car naturally has to be relatively large, but the Mercedes GLB isn't vast, and the Dacia Jogger's estate (rather than SUV) design makes it seem less bulky than some models.

What is the most fuel efficient 7-seater car?

A diesel Skoda Kodiaq should return strong economy, while the Kia Sorento plug-in hybrid will also save you money at the pumps as long as you regularly charge it up.

Which 7-seater car has the biggest boot?

This really depends on whether you're looking at when all seven seats are in place, when only five are up, or when all five rear chairs are folded down. The Volvo XC90 has between 316 and 1,856 litres depending on how many seats you have in place, which is pretty decent.

Are there any 7-seater hybrid cars?

Yes, although most are plug-in hybrids rather than self-charging hybrids. The Volvo XC90 and Kia Sorento can both be had as PHEVs, while the Toyota Highlander is a 78 seater self-charging hybrid.

Are there any 7-seater electric cars?

Yep the Tesla Model X set out above. The smaller Tesla Model Y is also available as a 7 seater in America, but in the UK only the 5 seater Model Y is available at the moment.

Compare the best 7 seater cars

High-quality 7 seater cars from rated and reviewed dealers

Select a car Not sure what you want?

Best 7 seaters of 2022

If you’re in the market for a great 7 seater car then there are a number of fantastic vehicles out there to pick from. Some are luxurious, others sporty, while the best can pack in the extended family and all their luggage.

Because even if you don't regularly drive with six passengers, having a third row of seats is a great feature in a car. How many of us, after all, have at one point had to take two cars when heading out on a trip with friends or extended family because there simply aren't enough seats and seatbelts to spare? These moments may not come up every day but, when they do, having a 7 seater car is a real boon.

Even if the third row of seats in a 7 seater car are a little tight, they're a fantastic resource, and 7 seaters can come in really handy for parents, who can take their kids' friends home from school or on outings, earning brownie points from everyone involved.

And for parents with more than one child, having a third row in the back of a car can be a great way of resolving bickering sessions between offspring, or can give older kids a break from their younger siblings, or vice-versa.

Our carwow experts have selected the very best seven-seater cars on the market today.

1. Audi Q7

9/10

Battery range up to 34 miles

carwow price from

£702^* / month (£57,768)

Few large 7-seaters have an interior as well built and practical as the Audi Q7. At any price. It offers a comfortable ride and seating for 7, although you will get a more enjoyable driving experience from more dynamically capable rivals. BVut the Q7 is still an extremely refined and luxurious car and, besides, how much handling dynamism do you really want from a 7 seater? We'd argue a plush, comfortable and spacious cabin is more important for most people, and the Q7 certainly has that to offer.

Compare offers Read our review

2. Skoda Kodiaq

9/10

carwow price from

£350^* / month (£31,550)

If you need to maximise interior space and minimise spending, then the Skoda Kodiaq should be high on your list. It’s got tons of passenger and boot space, with a sharp-looking interior. The ride can be a bit hard at lower speeds and some rivals do offer more tech. Above all, the Kodiaq is cracking value. True, its interior may not be as posh as the Audi Q7's, but it's still a very nice place indeed, especially if you choose a higher trim level. The Kodiaq also has a pleasingly commanding driving position, and there's a reason you see so many out and about on the roads: it's an absolutely brilliant, and well-priced car.

Compare offers Read our review

3. Tesla Model X

8/10

Battery range up to 351 miles

The Tesla Model X's standout feature is the pair of rear 'falcon-wing' doors that rise upwards electronically, but this is more than just a party piece, as it provides great access to the passenger compartment, where you'll find up to five seats in addition to the two up front. As well as being an eye-catching and practical car, the Model X is also stupendously fast, while the battery range is among the highest out there, being able to deliver over 300 miles officially on a single charge, depending on whcih version you go for; look out for 'Long Range' Model Xs if you want to recharge as infrequently as possible.

Compare used offers Read our review

4. Volvo XC90

8/10

Battery range up to 28 miles

carwow price from

£635^* / month (£54,213)

Hi-tech, luxurious and imbued with that inimitable Scandinavian style, the XC90 stands out amongst its rivals. The third row is a bit cramped, and some rivals are a bit more comfortable, but the boot is huge and you get a lot of safety equipment as standard. Interestingly, crash-data research shows no XC90 occupants have ever died in a collision, which is a likely to be a big selling point for families, and is a statistic not many other cars can lay claim to.

Compare offers Read our review

5. Land Rover Discovery

8/10

carwow price from

£721^* / month (£55,552)

The Discovery is comfortable, spacious for passengers and can venture further off the beaten path than most rivals. The boot isn’t huge with all 7 seats in place and some alternatives are better to drive on-road, but the Discovery is still a very compelling choice in its class. It's also a seriously comfortable car, both in terms of the suspension and handling, and in terms of passenger space. Most 7 seaters, after all, have a rearmost row of seats that's either best for children or occasional use by adults, but the Discovery manages to offer enough room for seven adults, without those in the back having to feel hard done by.

Compare offers Read our review

6. Mercedes GLB

8/10

carwow price from

£464^* / month (£39,190)

The GLB’s relatively compact dimensions limit space in the third row and the boot is a bit tight, but it’s comfortable to drive and has a luxurious interior. Be aware though that it isn’t cheap and base models don’t come with much standard equipment. But if you spec it up to the right level, the GLB offers a lot for buyers. The twin-screen dashboard looks nice and modern, for one thing, while the exterior styling is pleasingly chunky, and give the GLB proper character.

Compare offers Read our review

7. Kia Sorento

8/10

carwow price from

£440^* / month (£50,498)

The Sorento offers a lot of kit as standard, and the interior is very spacious and filled with practical touches. The engine choice is decent if limited, and the hybrid can get a bit loud under acceleration. Kia has moved a fair bit upmarked in recent years, so while you mayt find the Sorento isn't quite as affordable as previous generations have been, it's a lot posher than Kias of old. It still represents good value when compared to rivals from Audi and BMW, too.

Compare offers Read our review

8. BMW X7

8/10

carwow price from

£1,163^* / month (£80,842)

The largest SUV in BMW’s range will easily seat 7 and looks and feels as posh as its price tag suggests. It's properly spacious inside, although the trade-off for this is that its large dimensions make it more suitable for the motorway than tight city streets. If you're happy with that, though, you'll also find that the X7 is far more enjoyable to drive than you might expect a large 7 seater SUV to be, with sharp steering, a powerful engines and a general sense of being poised on the road.

Compare offers Read our review

9. Peugeot 5008

7/10

carwow price from

£425^* / month (£31,031)

Good looks, lots of passenger space and a solidly built interior define the Peugeot 5008. It’s also comfortable to drive and has some very efficient engine options. However, the oddly shaped steering-wheel can obscure some of the dashboard dials, and the boot isn’t particularly generous with all seats in place. The 5008 still has a lot going for it, and aside from the steering wheel has a cabin that brims with character and thoughtfully chosen materials.

Compare offers Read our review

10. Dacia Jogger

9/10

carwow price from

£142^* / month (£16,170)

The Dacia Jogger SUV looks like a mix of an estate car and MPV which makes it a rather practical 7-seater. It’s functional rather than plush inside, and it isn’t very powerful, but it offers amazing value for money and higher trims have some added tech. Do be aware that the Jogger isn't a quick car, though, and if you regularly travel seven up, you'll need to rev the engine quite hard and change gear a fair bit when going up hills.

Compare offers Read our review