If you have a large or growing family, a minivan is a very viable option — especially for those long road trips. Gone are the days when minivans were unattractive boxlike vehicles that offered little in the way of comfort and modern amenities. Today, minivans boast an attractive combination of space, versatility, efficiency, and comfort. Here are three minivans to consider when you’re looking for a family vehicle.
Honda Odyssey
The Honda Odyssey is a top-ranked minivan that offers a spacious and versatile cabin, clever storage solutions, and state-of-the-art technology – as well as a newly available all-wheel-drive system. The cabin of the Odyssey features standard spill-resistant seats and can accommodate up to eight people. The power-sliding doors, which open wide, make for convenient loading and passenger entry, while the Magic Slide second-row seats enable easy access to the third row.
The Odyssey is also equipped with loads of modern technology. The available infotainment system features all the bells and whistles, including an 8-inch display, Apple CarPlay and Android Auto compatibility, a Wi-Fi hot spot, SiriusXM, and an 11-speaker premium sound system. Also available is a rear entertainment system with a 10.2-inch display and music and video streaming capability, as well as the CabinWatch system, which enables communication with rear passengers through headsets or rear speakers. You can also opt for a multi-zone audio system that plays music in selected zones only.
Chrysler Pacifica
The Chrysler Pacifica features a standard 3.6-liter V-6 engine that delivers an excellent fuel-economy rating of 19 mpg in the city and 28 mpg on the highway. For even more impressive fuel efficiency, opt for the hybrid powertrain, which provides 32 mpg combined. This minivan also boasts a spacious and versatile cabin that can accommodate seven or eight passengers, depending on the configuration. An especially attractive feature is the Stow ‘N Go seats, which fold flat into the floor, as opposed to other minivans whose seats have to be removed.
In addition, the Pacifica boasts impressive standard technology. The Uconnect 4 system is both easy to use and well-equipped, with features such as Apple CarPlay and Android Auto compatibility, a 7-inch display, Bluetooth, a USB port, and six speakers. In addition, you’ll also get standard safety features that include blind-spot monitoring with rear cross-traffic alert, a rearview camera, hill-start assist, and rear parking sensors.
Dodge Grand Caravan
The Dodge Grand Caravan offers an affordable and practical option in the minivan segment. In fact, the Caravan is probably one of the cheapest alternatives; explaining why one foregoes some luxuries and modern technology features. However, this van will provide you with a versatile and comfortable interior and a robust engine. In fact, the Caravan’s V-6 engine is actually one of the most powerful in the minivan class.
The cabin provides ample space for up to seven passengers, as well as a respectable cargo area of 31.1 cubic feet. An attractive feature is the third-row seats that can flip rearward, which affords one a nice outdoor sitting area on a sunny day.
These minivans offer different combinations of practicality, comfort, safety, and efficiency. To find out more, drop by Performance Group Columbus and have a chat with one of our consultants!
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