7-Seater SUVs

Large 7-seater SUVs are ideal for growing families that need to fit three child seats across the back comfortably, plus the added versatility of a third row.

Best SUVs according to our experts

01.
Volvo XC90
From
$74,990
9.5/10
From
$74,990
A big seven‑seater with luxury appointments and fuel consumption better than most hatchbacks? There's a lot to like about the XC90 Recharge Ultimate plug‑in hybrid, even if it wears a price tag well above a hundred grand.
02.
Audi Q7
From
$73,390
9.0/10
From
$73,390
On the giant side of large, Audi's second‑gen SUV combines class and comforts. My batting order for top‑end SUVs has just changed. Until now, I would have taken a Mercedes‑Benz GLS for a test innings, a Porsche Cayenne Turbo for big bash impact, then settled on a Range Rover Sport as the best all‑rounder. But this
03.
Hyundai Palisade
From
$51,888
9.0/10
From
$51,888
The newly facelifted Hyundai Palisade Elite 7‑seater hasn't had many massive design changes ‑ it's still a chonk on wheels, but the luxury features remain, securing the Palisade's position as a family favourite.
04.
Mazda CX-9
From
$35,310
9.0/10
From
$35,310
The top‑of‑the‑line model for Mazda's largest SUV is a stunning entry and showcases serious style in a market where SUVs can lean towards boxy and rugged. For those wanting the practicality and space of an SUV but something that feels elegant, this might just be the ticket.
05.
Ford Everest
From
$33,777
9.0/10
From
$33,777
Feels like the new‑generation Ford Ranger ute has picked up all the headlines, but its five‑seat Everest SUV sibling is making a big impact with family buyers. We spent a week with the Trend Bi‑Turbo to see how it measures up.