Five of the Best Seven-Seater Cars
Seven-seater cars are a great choice for larger families, or if you regularly play taxi for your kids and their friends. While you might not use the third row of seats daily, they can be great for car sharing to save taking multiple cars.
Traditionally, seven-seater cars have always been associated with MPVs (Multi-Purpose Vehicles). But there are now plenty of stylish SUVs available that can seat up to seven passengers.
We’ve rounded up five of the best seven-seater cars from Skoda, Hyundai, Dacia, SEAT, and Citroen.
Skoda Kodiaq
The Skoda Kodiaq will get you and your passengers where you need to be in style and with minimal fuss.
You can choose from a range of powertrain options, including petrol, diesel, mild-hybrid, or plug-in hybrid. Whichever one you decide to go for, there’s a DSG automatic gearbox as standard.
State-of-the-art technology is used throughout, from connectivity, to safety and driver assistance systems.
If you are traveling with small children who require car seats, Isofix anchor points and Top Tether systems secure car seats in place. There are also electric child safety locks on the rear doors.
For times when you need that extra bit of luggage space, the optional third row of seats can be folded down. The boot capacity on the Skoda Kodiaq is class-leading, with up to 910 litres using the five-seat configuration. This increases up to 2,105 litres, when the rear seats aren’t in use.
Hyundai Santa Fe
The Hyundai Santa Fe is a great seven-seater, but don’t just take our word for it. In 2023, it was named Seven-Seater of the Year in the What Car? Awards.
A range of powertrain options are on offer, including diesel, hybrid, and plug-in hybrid. On the road, you can switch between drive modes based on the conditions. Choose from Eco, Sport, or Comfort.
Inside, the versatile seating space provides ample comfort and legroom, whatever the journey. Access to the third row of seats is effortless at just the touch of the button to fold down the second row. You will also find clever storage solutions placed throughout the interior.
This big SUV is also big on technology. With Apple CarPlay, Android Auto, and wireless charging, you can stay connected wherever you are. The 10.25” navigation system is also equipped with Bluelink Connected Car Services. Plus, you get a free five-year subscription to Hyundai LIVE services.
Dacia Jogger
When you think of Dacia, you think of reliability and affordability. That’s exactly what you get with the Dacia Jogger.
With a modest price tag, you get a lot for your money. That’s why it was named the Best Value Car at the 2023 Business Car Awards, along with Best Large Family Car at the 2023 UK Car of the Year Awards.
Choose from a petrol or full hybrid powertrain, if you want to enjoy an eco-friendlier drive. The full hybrid is also the only Jogger to offer an automatic gearbox.
Whether you’re sitting in the driver’s seat, or the third row of seats, everybody can enjoy the same level of comfort. The seats can also easily be adjusted, so whether you need just two seats or seven seats, the interior is extremely versatile.
When all rear seats are folded down, there’s an impressive luggage capacity of up to 2,085 litres.
SEAT Tarraco
The SEAT Tarraco is designed to provide space and comfort for up to seven people. Auto Express crowned the car the Best Large SUV for three years in a row from 2019 – 2021 in their New Car Awards.
In terms of powertrains, you have the option of three petrol and two diesel engines on offer. You can also tailor the equipment with four trim levels – SE, SE Technology, FR, and FR Sport.
Every drive is made effortless with technology at your fingertips. The digital cockpit displays important driving information, while the 9.2” display with Full Link helps you stay connected. While three-zone climate control keeps both driver and passengers comfortable, wherever seated.
Sliding seats in the second row makes accessing the third row a breeze. The third row can also be folded flat to the floor when not in use, expanding the boot space.
Citroen e-Berlingo
The Citroen Berlingo has long been a firm favourite for a seven-seater Motability car. The practical MPV has sliding side doors for ease of access and plenty of space inside.
It’s now available with a fully electric powertrain, to help you lower your running costs. As well as future-proofing your car ahead of the government’s upcoming ban on petrol and diesel cars.
An impressive range of between 151 and 182 miles (WLTP) gives you the freedom to go further without range anxiety. You can charge the e–Berlingo whichever way suits you – whether that’s at home or on the go. Charging times using a 7.4kWh wall box are seven and a half hours, or five hours using an 11kWh wall box.
Boot space is ample at 775 litres in the M versions or 1,050 litres on the XL version. You can also fit an optional Modutop Roof, which includes a 92-litre ceiling box that’s accessible from the rear seats.
Seven-seater cars at Bristol Street Motors
At Bristol Street Motors, we stock a wide range of seven seater SUVs including Peugeot 5008, Ford Galaxy, Vauxhall Combo Life, Vauxhall Zafira and Ford Grand C-Max. With dealerships nationwide, we are never too far away. So, why not call in for a chat and see how we can help you find a great new car deal?
Our car finance options also make getting a new car more affordable. They include Personal Contract Purchase (PCP), Personal Contract Hire (PCH), and Hire Purchase (HP). Our friendly team will be able to walk you through the different finance options to decide which is best for you.
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