What's the best vehicle for a family of four adults and two children?

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What's the best vehicle for a family of four adults and two children?

Can you please advise which is the best 7-seater car or SUV for a family of four adults and two kids?

Asked on 5 October 2013 by MA, Altrincham

Answered by Honest John

Generally the nicest for driver and passengers is the Ford Galaxy 2.0TDCI. But a new S-Max arrives next year and there may be a new Galaxy too. Next down the line, the slightly bigger SEAT Alhambra or Volkswagen Sharan, but don't go for the DSG because the installation is particularly frustrating in these.

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Ford Galaxy (2006 - 2015)

Good to drive and comfortable. Versatile with foldaway seats. Generally good quality. Diesel automatic option. Plenty of room in all back seats.

Volkswagen Sharan (2010 - 2021)

Strong yet frugal diesel engines. Clever use of space inside with integrated child seats. Standard DAB. Practical sliding rear side door.

SEAT Alhambra (2010 - 2020)

Proper seven-seat practicality which is more than you can say for most SUVs, practical and spacious even with all seven seats occupied, sliding rear doors are a real boon especially the electric versions.