How to Choose the Right SUV for Your Family
Space, safety tech and running costs — what to check before choosing the SUV your family will live with.
An SUV earns its keep on family road trips, so judge it by family criteria: third-row access, cargo volume with all seats up, rear climate controls and the number of cupholders you will actually use. Bring your car seats to the test drive — installation ease varies enormously.
Look for all-wheel drive, a full-size spare (or a clear mobility kit), and driver-assistance features like blind-spot monitoring and rear cross-traffic alert. These matter far more on a loaded highway run than 0–60 times.
Check running costs too: compare real-world fuel economy, tire sizes and service intervals across your shortlist. The best family SUV is the one that disappears into your routine — safe, spacious and drama-free for years.
