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Americans love their three-row SUVs, and for good reason. Most three-rows are nice to drive, relatively efficient, and can carry up to eight people with luggage. They are the perfect do-everything vehicles for large families, or buyers simply wanting something roomier.
Automakers are privy to the fact that people can't get enough, which is why there are nearly 60 three-row SUVs on sale in the US right now—not including a handful of minivans. Nearly ever brand offers one, and they range from mid-sized fuel-sippers to full-sized diesels, body-on-frame, hybrid, electric, and everything in between.
With that in mind, we've scoured the market and put together a list of every three-row SUV (and minivan) you can buy in the US this year. There are a ton to choose from.
Acura's first and only three-row SUV is the MDX. The first-generation MDX debuted in the US way back in 2000, and has survived four generations, including a recent facelift for 2025 that adds a new 12.3-inch touchscreen while simultaneously ditching the much-maligned trackpad infotainment control system.
The MDX's standard powertrain is a 3.5-liter naturally aspirated V-6 making 290 horsepower, while the MDX Type S packs a powerful twin-turbocharged V-6 making 355 horsepower. The Type S model also gets unique 21-inch wheels, quad exhaust tips, and four-piston Brembo brakes. Depending on the trim, the MDX comes in both front- and all-wheel drive configurations (the latter knocks the MPG down to 21 combined).
The base Acura MDX starts at $52,250 with destination for 2025, the mid-range A-Spec model costs $62,850, and the top-of-the-line Type S is $76,300.
The first-generation Audi Q7 debuted in the US in 2007. Nearly 20 years later, the Q7 is holding strong as the German luxury brand's only three-row SUV. Audi updated the Q7 for the 2025 model year with a sharp redesign, a more premium interior, and new paint options.
The standard turbocharged 2.0-liter four-cylinder engine makes 241 horsepower, while the optional 3.0-liter V-6 engine makes 335 horsepower. Meanwhile, at the top of the range, the sporty SQ7 gets a twin-turbocharged 4.0-liter V-8 making 500 horsepower. The 2025 Q7 starts at $61,795 in the US, while the SQ7 costs $92,095.
BMW was a late arrival to the three-row SUV game with the X7 in 2019. But it quickly became one of the brand's best vehicles. The current version was updated in 2023, receiving a new face, more interior features, an added power boost, and a lovely new iDrive 8 infotainment system consisting of a 12.3-inch digital instrument cluster and a 14.9-inch touchscreen.
The X7 gets a base 3.0-liter inline-six with 48-volt mild-hybrid assist, giving it 375 horsepower and 383 pound-feet of torque. The more powerful M60i model packs a twin-turbocharged V-8 with 523 hp and 553 lb-ft, which gets it to 60 miles per hour in a properly quick 4.5 seconds. And at the top of the range, the Alpine XB7 packs 631 hp.
For 2025, the base BMW X7 xDrive40i starts at $85,475. The sporty X7 M60i costs $113,075, and the Alpina XB7—the most luxurious version of BMW's three-row SUV—comes in at $153,395.
Now into its third generation for the 2025 model year, the Enclave continues as the only three-row option from Buick. It's a bit larger overall versus 2024, offering 38.2 inches of headroom and 32.1 inches of legroom for third-row passengers. All Enclave trims feature a standard 30.0-inch diagonal screen incorporating driver and center infotainment displays. GM's Super Cruise hands-free driver assist system is optional.
Also standard across all trims is a turbocharged 2.5-liter four-cylinder making 328 horsepower and 326 pound-feet of torque; no hybrid options are offered. Front-wheel drive is standard, but all-wheel drive is available as a $2,000 upgrade. Pricing starts at $46,495 for the Enclave Preferred FWD, while at the other end, an Enclave Avenir with AWD goes for $61,595.
Few SUVs capture the swagger of America like the Escalade, and the full-size flagship SUV is swaggier than ever for 2025. A modest facelift on the outside is dwarfed by the 55.0-inch display that covers the entire dash, pillar-to-pillar. 12.6-inch screens are optional for second-row passengers, and if you get screen fatigue, step outside for a break using the powered doors. There's ample room for passengers in all three rows, and the longer ESV adds 41.5 cubic feet of cargo space at the very back.
The powertrain is still the venerable 6.2-liter V-8, making 420 horsepower and 460 pound-feet of torque whether you choose 2WD or 4WD. The V-Series amps it up to 682 hp and 683 lb-ft with help from a supercharger. The Duramax diesel option is no longer available.
The least expensive Escalade is the standard-length Luxury trim with 2WD, starting at $90,095. A 4WD Sport Platinum is $119,395, but the flagship V-Series with the supercharged V-8 and AWD leaves them in the dust at $164,495.
The all-electric Escalade IQ looks nearly identical to its gas-burning sibling, but it's really a completely different vehicle. Riding on GM's Ultium platform, it carries a massive 205.0-kilowatt-hour battery that gives the luxury SUV a manufacturer-estimated range of 460 miles. As it glides silently down the road, driver and passengers have the same 55.0-inch dash-length screen in front and a slew of tech features for second- and third-row occupants. The longer IQL adds an extra four inches of legroom in the already spacious third row.
All IQ trims have a dual-motor powertrain good for 680 horsepower in normal operation, or 750 hp and 785 pound-feet of torque in Velocity Max mode. That will send the very heavy SUV to 60 mph in approximately five seconds. Its 800-volt architecture can fast charge up to 350 kilowatts, adding 100 miles of range in 10 minutes.
The $129,990 starting price gets you the Luxury 1 trim level with features like four-wheel steering, 24-inch wheels, and a 21-speaker sound system, among others. You'll spend $150,490 for the range-topping Sport 2 trim, which plugs in opulent equipment like power-opening doors. The IQL starts at $132,695 and should be on sale by mid-2025.
Cadillac has more than one three-row EV. The smaller Vistiq hits dealerships soon with its 102.0-kilowatt-hour (usable) battery pack and two electric motors giving it 615 horsepower and 650 pound-feet of torque. That's enough power to propel it from 0-60 miles per hour in 3.7 seconds in Velocity Max mode.
The Vistiq won't be that much cheaper than the Escalade, though. The three-row has a starting price of $78,790 with destination. But you do get neat features like a 33.0-inch touchscreen and up to 23-inch wheels.
Even though the Escalade takes up most of the limelight, Cadillac has another three-row SUV: The XT6. At least, it did. The Cadillac XT6 has been around since the 2020 model year but it's soon to be discontinued for the 2026 model year. You can still buy one, though, with a standard turbocharged 2.0-liter four-cylinder engine sending 237 horsepower to either the front wheels or all four, depending on how you spec it. A more powerful 3.6-liter V-6 engine is available with 310 hp, and both engines are paired to a nine-speed automatic transmission.
The XT6 isn't as roomy as the larger Escalade, but it still has enough space for seven passengers. There are three trims to choose from—Luxury, Premium Luxury, and Sport—with unique styling cues and options.
The base Cadillac XT6 Luxury starts at $50,590 with the four-cylinder engine. The Premium Luxury costs $58,790 with the upgraded V-6. At the top of the range, the XT6 Sport gets the punchier V-6 plus Brembo brakes and a Sport Control AWD system with a twin clutch. That version of the XT6 starts at $76,115 before options.
Chevy’s biggest, roomiest three-row SUV is the Suburban. For 2025, it gets a sharp new design with fresh technology inside, including a 17.7-inch touchscreen and an 11.0-inch digital instrument cluster standard on every trim. Wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto carry over from last year.
The base Suburban LS packs a 5.3-liter gas V-8 with 355 horsepower, paired to a 10-speed automatic transmission and your choice of two- or four-wheel drive. Move up to the LT, and Chevy offers an optional 3.0-liter turbodiesel engine with 305 hp and 495 pound-feet of torque—it’s also the most efficient of the group, returning 23 mpg combined. On higher trims, the Suburban is also available with the brand’s ubiquitous 6.2-liter V-8, making 420 hp.
The base Suburban LS with 2WD starts at $63,995 with destination. The LT starts at $66,995, the RST starts at $71,995, the Premier costs $78,595, the Z71 is $79,535, and the top-of-the-line High Country costs $82,195.
Like its larger Suburban sibling, the Tahoe received an update for 2025, complete with a new exterior design and upgraded tech. A 17.7-inch touchscreen and 11.0-inch digital instrument cluster now come standard throughout the Tahoe range. The smaller Tahoe also gets the same engines as the Suburban, ranging from a base 5.3-liter V-8 with 355 horsepower, to a 3.0-liter turbodiesel, to the range-topping 6.2-liter V-8.
The only significant difference between the Suburban and Tahoe is size; the Tahoe is 211.3 inches long while the Suburban is 226.3 inches long. That means more cargo and passenger space for the Suburban, even though both vehicles fit seven passengers (comfortably).
The other difference is price; the 2025 Tahoe starts at $60,995 for the two-wheel-drive LS model—or, $3,000 cheaper than the Suburban. The top-of-the-line Tahoe High Country starts at $79,195, and 4WD is available throughout the range for a bit extra.
Alongside the brawnier, body-on-frame Tahoe and Suburban models, Chevrolet also has a more mainstream three-row SUV in the Traverse. The Traverse is all-new for 2025 with a rugged look and a totally revamped interior, complete with a 17.7-inch infotainment screen across the dash.
A new turbocharged 2.5-liter four-cylinder engine powers every version of the Traverse, producing 315 horsepower and 317 pound-feet of torque. That’s a modest increase from last year’s naturally aspirated V-6, which made 310 hp and 266 pound-feet of torque by comparison. The new four-cylinder engine also returns a more efficient 23 miles per gallon combined in the front-wheel-drive configuration.
The cheapest way to get into the new Traverse is by opting for the base LS FWD model, which starts at $42,095. All-wheel drive adds an extra $2,000 on top of that. At the top of the range is the sporty RS model with AWD, which starts at $57,990.
Love ‘em or hate ‘em, minivans are inarguably the best options for carrying loads of people and things. Even though they haven’t been updated in a few years (they are due for a makeover), the Chrysler Pacifica and Pacifica Hybrid remain two of the best minivan options for 2025.
The standard gas Pacifica is powered by a 3.6-liter V-6 engine with 287 horsepower and 262 pound-feet of torque, while still returning up to 22 miles per gallon combined. The Pacific Hybrid pairs the same 3.6-liter V-6 with a plug-in battery that yields 260 hp and up to 30 mpg combined—or 82 mpge.
For 2025, the base Pacifica starts at $44,445 with front-wheel drive, while adding all-wheel drive is an extra $2,995 on top of that. The Pacifica Hybrid starts at $53,050.
Alongside the Pacifica, Chrysler has a second, even cheaper minivan dubbed the Voyager. Essentially a pre-updated version of the Pacifica, the Voyager gets a standard 3.6-liter V-6 engine with the same 287 horsepower as the Pacifica and 22 miles per gallon combined. But, Chrysler limits certain features—like fancy leather seats, bigger wheels, and better technology—to the Pacifica.
That said, the Voyager undercuts the fancier Pacifica and Pacifica Hybrid by a few thousand dollars to start. The Voyager has an MSRP of $41,990 with destination, and there’s really only one factory option to choose from: A Red Hot paint job for $495.
The current third-generation Dodge Durango has been on the market since 2011, which makes it one of the oldest three-row SUVs still on sale today. It underwent a facelift in 2014 that added new engine options (including the Hellcat) and trims, but it remains a reliable option in the three-row space.
The base Durango is powered by a 3.6-liter V-6 engine with 295 horsepower and returns up to 20 miles per gallon combined with rear-wheel drive. The Durango R/T adopts the powerful 5.7-liter Hemi V-8, making 360 hp and returning just 17 mpg combined. All-wheel drive is standard on the R/T. But at the top of the range, the Durango Hellcat makes a whopping 710 hp and returns… you know what, that’s not important.
The base Durango starts at $40,090 with destination, the cheapest R/T costs $50,985, and the top-of-the-line Hellcat comes in at $102,885 as Dodge slowly winds down its most-powerful SUV with a few special editions for the 2025 model year. Get it while you still can.
Ford introduced an all-new Expedition model for 2025 with a new look and a bevy of fresh features, inside and out. Now in its fifth generation, the 2025 Expedition is available in a rugged Tremor off-road trim that adds 33-inch General Grabber all-terrain tires and 10.6 inches of ground clearance alongside a few subtle visual cues. Inside every Expedition model is a new 24.0-inch panoramic digital display with a 13.2-inch central touchscreen.
The 2025 Expedition is available in two configurations: standard and Max. The standard Expedition is 209.9 inches long with a 122.5-inch wheelbase, while the Expedition Max stretches out to 221.7 inches with a 131.5-inch wheelbase, offering more passenger and cargo space.
Under the hood of the Active, King Ranch, and Platinum Expedition models is a standard turbocharged 3.5-liter V-6 engine making 400 horsepower and 480 pound-feet of torque. The Tremor comes standard with a high-output version of the same engine with 440 hp and 510 lb-ft. That engine is also optional on the Platinum model. With either engine, the Expedition returns up to 19 miles per gallon combined with two-wheel drive.
The 2025 Ford Expedition costs $63,995 for the base model, with the King Ranch model starting at just over $85,000.
Refreshed for 2025, Ford’s enduring Explorer offers three-row seating and a choice of turbocharged engine options in a revamped lineup that currently has just four trim levels. Explorer Active is the least expensive, though you’ll still get features like 18-inch aluminum wheels, heated seats, and a 13.2-inch center touchscreen. A 12.3-inch digital driver display is also standard issue.
Active and ST-Line trims have a turbocharged 2.3-liter four-cylinder engine good for 300 horsepower and 310 pound-feet of torque. The full-fat ST swaps in the 400-hp twin-turbocharged 3.0-liter EcoBoost V-6 and a sport-tuned suspension, but it’s only available with rear-wheel drive. You can have the big engine and AWD in range-topping Platinum trim, but all Explorer trims use a 10-speed automatic transmission.
An off-road-focused Tremor is in the works and will likely debut for 2026. For now, pricing starts just over $41,000 for the Active but reaches into the mid-$50,000 range for the ST.
The posh GV80 received a refresh for 2025. It doesn’t look significantly different on the outside, but there’s a big 27-inch screen spanning half the dash. It encompasses both driver and center displays, setting tablet-style on the dash above a bevy of manual controls for climate functions.
The big screen is standard across the lineup, even in base 2.5T trim. Leatherette heated seats and 19-inch wheels are also among the standard gear, and under the hood you’ll find Hyundai’s turbocharged 2.5-liter four-cylinder making 300 horsepower. It powers all four wheels through an 8-speed automatic transmission, or you can jump to the GV80 3.5T Advanced and get a 375-hp twin-turbocharged 3.5-liter V-6.
It’s a big price jump, though, starting at around $75,000. The flagship 3.5T Prestige is even more at $80,000, though it’s properly equipped as a luxury SUV with Nappa leather, 22-inch wheels, Highway Driving Assist 2, and something called a Mood Curator.
