Size, space and utility have made the three-row SUV a mainstay of American family life. But with more than dozen mainstream models on the market, choosing one can feel daunting. Thankfully, Edmunds has tested them all and identified the five best midsize three-row SUVs. From the top-ranked Hyundai Palisade and its Kia Telluride sibling to the sporty Ford Explorer and the vast cabins of the Toyota Grand Highlander and Volkswagen Atlas, these are todays top picks for driving your tribe. All of the following prices include destination fees.
The Hyundai Palisade tops Edmunds midsize three-row rankings. Its quiet, roomy interior gives everyone even third-row passengers ample room to spread out. An exceptionally smooth ride makes it ideal both for long highway travel and short local hops on typical city roads. The Palisades user-friendly tech, such as wireless smartphone connections and USB ports in all three rows, ensures the driver and passengers stay connected and entertained.
Maximum cargo capacity falls short of some rivals, but clever small-item storage throughout the cabin takes up the slack. Although one of the pricier picks in the class, the Palisade comes with generous features, high-end materials, and an industry-leading warranty. Edmunds also recommends getting the hybrid version if your budget allows. It gets up to an EPA-estimated 34 mpg in combined city/highway driving, and is quicker than the regular Palisade to boot.
2026 Palisade starting price: $41,035; hybrid version: $45,760
If the Palisade sounds appealing but you prefer a sportier look, the Kia Telluride makes an excellent alternative. Its mechanically related to the Palisade and costs nearly the same, but the Kia offers its own compelling flavor. The tall, flat grille, vertical headlights and 20-inch wheels give the Telluride bold trucklike style, and its standard turbocharged engine generates more low-end punch than its base Palisade counterpart.
The Telluride also gets a bit more rear cargo space, excellent second-row legroom, and extra tech such as dual wireless phone chargers. Oddly, the available Telluride hybrid costs more than the hybrid Palisade, but the higher price gets you a few extra standard features, such as ventilated front seats and a more advanced cruise control system.
2027 Telluride starting price: $40,735; hybrid version: $48,035
The Toyota Grand Highlander is a subdued counterpoint to the glitzy Palisade or chunky Telluride. Its styling is more generic-looking, but otherwise the Grand Highlander will win you over with its smooth ride, excellent driver aids and roomy third-row seating. Folding down the second- and third-row seats opens up a massive amount of cargo space, so dont be surprised when friends ask you to help them move.
Technology is also a strong suit, with features including wireless smartphone integration, abundant USB ports, and a capable web-connected voice assistant. Theres also the even more efficient Grand Highlander Hybrid that gets up to 36 mpg combined. The Grand Highlander is one of the pricier midsize three-row picks, but the premium interior materials and generous space still make it a good deal.
2026 Grand Highlander starting price: $43,855; hybrid version: $47,205
The Ford Explorer proves that three-row SUVs can also be sporty. The athlete of the class, the Explorer offers agile handling and acceleration. This is especially true of the Explorer ST, which packs a 400-horsepower V6 and can accelerate from zero to 60 mph in just 5.6 seconds. Tech highlights include a Google-integrated infotainment system with a big 13.2-inch touch screen, wireless smartphone connectivity and Fords optional BlueCruise hands-free driving system.
Small cargo space and tight third-row legroom diminish some of the Fords utility, and the rear seats arent as comfortable as those up front. Also, Ford doesnt offer a hybrid version of the Explorer. But if you dont mind trading some practicality for performance, the Explorer is an engaging pick.
2027 Explorer starting price: $40,260
A spacious cabin and adult-size seating in all three rows help keep Volkswagens biggest SUV high in Edmunds rankings. The Atlas interior is quiet, and its easy to get in and out. Maximum cargo space is also massive, and both back rows fold flat for vanlike utility. The Atlas also rides smoothly over bumps but without the floaty feeling you notice in some rivals.
Impressively, VW has also stuffed a lot of standard features into the Atlas. Even the base trim comes with synthetic leather upholstery, heated and ventilated front seats, and a heated steering wheel. There are a few minor drawbacks to the Atlas, such as some distracting-to-use controls and no available hybrid powertrain option, but overall the Atlas gets plenty right.
2026 Atlas starting price: $40,785
Edmunds says
Whether you need a three-row SUV with cavernous cargo space, maximum fuel economy, or simply speed and performance, todays top midsize picks deliver something for every buyer.
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This story was provided to The Associated Press by the automotive website Edmunds .
Dan Frio is a contributor at Edmunds.
宽敞的空间与实用性使三排座SUV成为美国家庭生活的标配。但市场上超过十款主流车型的选择令人眼花缭乱。所幸埃德蒙兹汽车网已全面测评并甄选出五款最佳中型三排座SUV——从榜首的现代帕里斯帝及其姊妹车型起亚碲化，到运动风格的福特探险者，再到丰田大汉兰达和大众Atlas的阔绰座舱，这些车型正是当下举家出行的优选之选。下列价格均包含运费。
现代帕里斯帝在Edmunds中型三排座SUV排行榜中名列前茅。其静谧宽敞的车内空间为所有乘客——包括第三排乘员——提供了充足的伸展区域。异常平稳的驾乘体验使其既能完美胜任长途高速出行，也能轻松应对城市道路的短途通勤。该车型配备的无线智能手机连接及三排USB接口等人性化科技配置，确保驾乘者全程保持互联与娱乐体验。
虽然最大载货量不及部分竞品，但座舱内巧妙的零碎物品收纳设计弥补了这一不足。尽管帕里斯帝是该级别中价格较高的选择之一，但其配置丰富、用料高端，并提供行业领先的保修服务。埃德蒙兹汽车网建议，若预算允许可选择混动版本——该版本在美国环保署测试中综合路况油耗达34英里/加仑，且加速表现优于常规版帕里斯帝。
2026款Palisade起售价41,035美元；混动版售价45,760美元
若您青睐现代帕里斯帝（Palisade）却更钟爱运动化外观，起亚碲化（Telluride）将是绝佳替代之选。这款车型与帕里斯帝共享机械架构且价格相近，但起亚赋予了其独特的魅力。高耸的平直格栅、垂直布局头灯与20英寸轮毂，为碲化塑造出硬朗的卡车风格，其标配涡轮增压发动机更在低转速区间提供比帕里斯帝入门款更强劲的动力输出。
Telluride车型还增加了些许后备厢空间，第二排腿部空间表现出色，并配备了双无线手机充电器等额外科技配置。值得注意的是，现款Telluride混动版售价高于混动版Palisade，但多出的价格可换来若干标配升级，例如前排通风座椅和更先进的巡航控制系统。
2027款Telluride起售价40,735美元；混动版售价48,035美元
丰田Grand Highlander与炫目的帕里斯帝或粗犷的特里同形成低调对比。其造型虽略显平庸，但凭借平顺的驾乘体验、卓越的驾驶辅助系统以及宽敞的第三排座椅，这款车仍能赢得青睐。放倒第二、三排座椅后可释放出超大载物空间，当朋友请你帮忙搬家时，可别感到意外。
科技配置同样是其强项，包括智能手机无线互联、丰富的USB接口以及功能强大的联网语音助手。此外还有更高效的Grand Highlander Hybrid混动版，综合油耗可达36英里/加仑。尽管Grand Highlander属于中型三排座车型中价格较高的一款，但其优质的内饰材料和宽敞的空间仍使其物有所值。
2026款Grand Highlander起售价为43,855美元；混动版售价47,205美元
福特探险者证明了三排座SUV同样可以兼具运动性。作为该级别的运动健将，探险者拥有敏捷的操控和加速表现，尤其是搭载400马力V6发动机的探险者ST车型，仅需5.6秒即可完成0至60英里/小时加速。科技配置方面，新车配备与谷歌深度集成的13.2英寸大屏信息娱乐系统、无线智能手机互联功能，以及福特可选装的BlueCruise免提驾驶系统。
福特探险者因较小的载货空间与局促的第三排腿部空间降低了实用性，且后排座椅舒适性不及前排。此外，该车型未提供混合动力版本。但若您愿为驾驶乐趣牺牲部分实用性，探险者仍是颇具吸引力的选择。
2027款Explorer起售价：40,260美元
大众汽车旗下最大型SUV——Atlas凭借宽敞的车厢空间和三排成人尺寸座椅设计，长期稳居埃德蒙兹排行榜前列。该车型内饰静谧性出色，上下车便利性极佳。超大载物空间堪称巨无霸级别，且后两排座椅可完全放平，实现媲美厢式货车的实用功能。Atlas在颠簸路面行驶时表现平稳，同时避免了某些竞品车型常见的漂浮感。
令人印象深刻的是，大众汽车还为Atlas车型配备了丰富的标准功能。即便是基础款也标配了人造皮革内饰、前排座椅加热与通风功能，以及加热方向盘。当然，Atlas也存在一些微小不足，例如部分操作控件容易分散注意力，且未提供混合动力系统选项，但总体而言这款车的优点颇为突出。
2026款Atlas起售价：40,785美元
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无论您需要的是拥有超大载货空间的三排座SUV、极致燃油经济性，还是单纯的疾速与性能表现，当今最热门的中型车之选都能满足各类购车者的需求。
本文由汽车网站Edmunds提供给美联社。
丹·弗里奥（Dan Frio）是埃德蒙兹（Edmunds）的特约撰稿人。
