Poll: Best 7-Seater Cars for Big Families under $50,000 in 2017

scrimshaw on 14/08/2017 - 13:23

Moderators at OzBargain have decided to run yearly polls to decide the best products in popular categories that get asked repeatedly in the forum. Our aim is to have a central thread where users can vote on the items, suggest options and also change their vote throughout the year. The polls will end once the year is over.

Question

What is the best 7-Seater Car / SUV under $50K for the year 2017?

Seven seater cars are a great choice for parents who are looking to buy a single car to move the entire family. 7 seater cars typically have an extra row of seats at the rear, allowing you to accommodate extra passengers or cargo.

These can come in two different categories: an SUV (Sports Utility Vehicle) or an MPV (Multi Purpose Vehicle)

  • SUV's tend to be sportier and feature a sleekier, modern chassis.

  • MPV's don't look as sporty with their boxy and utilitarian design, but they do deliver where it counts for parents - a roomy interior for both kids and shopping cargo.

Some considerations when choosing a 7-seater

  • Vehicle safety (ANCAP ratings). The ANCAP rating is a five star system (five stars being the safest, one star being the least safe).
  • Fuel economy
  • Two wheel drive or all-wheel drive. All wheel drive vehicles are more expensive, but will provide a better driving experience.
  • On-board entertainment options for keeping the kids entertained and smartphone connectivity, such as Bluetooth, Android Auto, plus Mp3 player compatibility, rear view digital displays and SatNav.
  • Ongoing Maintenance costs

So what's your favourite 7-Seater for the year 2017? Make your suggestions below, and be sure to justify why it's the best account for you.

  • Don't see an account that you like in the poll options? Make a (sensible) suggestion and we'll add it to the list.
  • You are allowed to change your vote.

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Comments

  • scrimshaw on 14/08/2017 - 13:34
    Suggested Mitsubishi Outlander 2017 LS

    Let's get the ball rolling with the Mitsubishi Outlander 2017 LS.

    Specced with the 2017 ZK Outlander LS Safety Pack, this 7 seater SUV with All-wheel drive option comes in at $38,990 drive away

    Features

    • Five star ANCAP rating
    • Apple Car Play/Android Auto-equipped 7.0-inch touchscreen multimedia unit that will pair with your iPhone, and also features a CD player and DAB digital radio.
    • forward collision warning with AEB, lane departure warning, adaptive cruise control and auto high beams. You'll also add automatic windscreen wipers and headlights and an electrochromatic rearview mirror.

    https://www.mitsubishi-motors.com.au/shopping-tools/pricing/…

    • altomic on 14/08/2017 - 16:06

      Diesel over petrol

    • tonyjzx on 14/08/2017 - 19:26

      what I dislike about this mitsubishi is that the engines are weak

      i actually even like the way they look and it seems like you get some decent gear

      however the 2.0 2.4 sohc fours arent my cup of tea

      i expect more than that in 2017

    • ShortyX on 14/08/2017 - 20:21

      Isn't the Oulander competing in the mid size SUVs segment against CX-5 and Tucson? It's smaller than the other large SUVs.

      • tonyjzx on 14/08/2017 - 20:33
        +1

        it has a 7 seat option however yes, i would consider it an occasional 7 seater and more a mid sizer

        my question would be… why drive a Carnival, for example, if you're not doing 7 seats all the time

        its 2 tons, its not the most economic, its expensive.

  • donga100 on 14/08/2017 - 13:48
    +3
    Suggested Kia Carnival

    I'm a fan of the 7 year unlimited km warranty offered by Kia. The 2017 Carnival seems to have pretty decent tech too.

    • scotty on 14/08/2017 - 14:50

      This is what I am voting for, except it won't fit into my car port :(

      Currently driving a smallish Korean 7-seater.

  • donga100 on 14/08/2017 - 13:55
    +2
    Suggested Honda Odyssey

    Honda Odyssey is one of the more "stylish" looking people mover/vans in my opinion and also has a 5 star ANCAP rating. 3 year/100k warranty is not as good as Kia or Hyundai but Japanese cars tend to have better resale value. 7.6L/100km is a lot better than the larger vans too.

    • aussieprepper on 14/08/2017 - 16:55

      Honda for once has upped the warranty period its 5 years and unlimited km now.

    • PVA on 14/08/2017 - 20:45

      And its an 8 seater!!

      • twww on 15/08/2017 - 09:29

        Top spec comes in a 7 seater.

        • PVA on 15/08/2017 - 16:57

          Yes, but vti is 8 seater.

    • winderic on 15/08/2017 - 14:27

      I have Honda Odyssey VTIL. only 7 seater but get the leather seat which is easier for cleaning when you have kids eating in the car.
      Only issues i found was tailgate is not auto and US version are much cooler! They have removable middle seat which covert to 7 seats and also auto tailgate. During time of purchase, was the best value compare to other brand.

      • st33p on 17/08/2017 - 12:30

        we bought the VTi, then added leather for the seats.
        Works better and I believe the quality of the leather is much better than the one from the factory.
        Not to mention it's cheaper.

    • donga100 on 04/09/2017 - 12:17

      Good for transporting cargo too… https://www.facebook.com/TrafficServicesNSWPF/posts/15797639…

  • donga100 on 14/08/2017 - 14:02
    Suggested Hyundai iMAX

    Hyundai iMAX is good for those who need lots of space. I often see these used as commercial vans with the back seats removed. 5 year/160k warranty is not bad. I would assume that a 4 cylinder, 4 speed auto of this size is not exactly exhilarating to drive but that's not really a key factor for most people in this market.

    • tonyjzx on 15/08/2017 - 10:09
      +1

      i used to drive these at work

      they are 2.5 litre turbo diesel w/ a 5 spd auto… they drive fine and they blow away bloody subcompact hatches like they are nothing

      i believe the newer ones are now 6 spd auto

      for a van they drive fine, i reckon they dont drive as nice as VW Caddys but nothing else does

  • SuperC on 14/08/2017 - 14:45
    Suggested Hyundai Santa Fe

    Hyundai Santa Fe
    What we have, only downside is the 6th and 7th seats can be a bit squishy.

    • Mummy2 on 14/08/2017 - 18:06

      We have this and I love it. So far we've not used the 3rd row of seats.

  • hashtagbargain on 14/08/2017 - 15:37
    +1
    Suggested Skoda Kodiaq

    http://www.skoda.com.au/promotions/promotion-detail/kodiaq-p…

    Starts at $46,300 driveaway. Comes with 5 yr warranty as well.

  • ShortyX on 14/08/2017 - 17:31
    +1
    Suggested Kia Sorento

    Kia Sorento
    -2015 CarsGuide Car of the Year
    -Just beaten by the CX-9 in the 2016 Drive Car of Year: Family SUV but Sorento beat CX-9 in this review from Sep 2016 - http://www.themotorreport.com.au/63991/large-suv-lowdown-maz…

  • tonyjzx on 14/08/2017 - 19:31

    I dont want to put forward this car as my 'favourite' although by circumstances its what I have… I got an T32 Xtrail 7 seat as a hand me down.

    However it has some downsides… its only FWD but I find this to be fine since it'll be a city car for most people.

    If you want 4wd then you only get 5 seats.

    I find it to be faster than the competition especially any 2.0 car and the 2.4 Mitsubishi however its slow on the hills etc but that's to be expected.

    7 seat up I find the power to be fine.

    The 2.5 litre engine is PFI so its not the most economic but you need to get a CX5 if you want economy but its only 5 seat.

  • tonyjzx on 23/08/2017 - 22:28
    +2

    if you're after the cheapest and worst 7 seater on the market…

    https://www.holden.com.au/offers/captiva/my17-captiva-active…

    • Froot Loops on 30/08/2017 - 20:38
      +1

      Nowdays anyone that wants to buy a craptiva or half of the cars made by Holden (GM), don't need a car, They need a mental health assessment.

      • tonyjzx on 04/09/2017 - 16:13

        thats certainly true

        i do actually like US cars and the replacement for the captiva has already been announced

        The Holden Equinox will be coming soon. Not sure if it has a 7 seat option however I do like the idea of a SUV w/ a 2.0 turbo petrol 180kW/350Nm in fwd or 4wd format.

  • hongas on 28/08/2017 - 18:01

    I am currently in same boat as OP.

    I am leaning towards to 2017 KIA sorento SI Limited Pack.

  • Froot Loops on 30/08/2017 - 20:36

    Kia Has come such a long way. You might not be buying the most luxurious car, but your buying safety, quality and peace of mind.

    7 Years Fixed Price Service
    7 Years Warranty
    7 Years Roadside

    Insurance is cheap and sometimes dealers can even do really good finance rates. I currently have a Rio and I'm shocked with the quality and ride. Kia's are also nice to look at (Thanks kindly to Peter Schreyer. The god of design).

  • woodwa on 04/09/2017 - 21:24
    Suggested Isuzu MU-X 2017

    I've been researching the 7 seat 4x4 market and looking at the options… the MUX(same truck as the Holden Trailblaiser) is currently 43,000 drive away.. strangely Holden is 50K!!!

    I have been recommended this by friends and mechanics over the Prado, Fortuna and Everest…

  • chumlee on 05/09/2017 - 08:26

    The poll consists of people movers vs 5+2 suv's.

    It would be better to have the people movers vs proper 7 seat suv's such as LR Discovery, Kluger, Pathfinder and CX-9, Everest etc

    • tonyjzx on 05/09/2017 - 10:45

      I dont disagree but you're asking a lot for a non professional presentation.

      Its up to the potential buyer to cruise carsales and redbook and the manufacturers sites to see if something fits their budget.

      I mean the cost range is like $30k to $75k.

      For me I'm not buying a $75k 7 seater.

      Also there's a mix of true people movers with no offroad ability, the FWD SUVs with very limited ability, the large monocoque SUVs and the body on frame SUVs.

      I note the Landcruiser Patrols and big Pajeros arent here. It seems people dont want the size price and running costs.

  • Oofy Doofy on 10/09/2017 - 12:54

    Diesel, cheapest model for parts/repairs. imo

  • DesiBoy on 10/09/2017 - 17:31

    Mazda CX-9

    amazing car

    • [Deactivated] on 17/10/2017 - 21:17

      Really isn’t an amazing car.

      • DesiBoy on 18/10/2017 - 15:22
        -1

        The amazing car.

        • [Deactivated] on 18/10/2017 - 17:27
          +1

          No, a Tesla is an amazing car. A Mclaren is an amazing car. A Mazda is crappy family wagon. It's not even an amazing SUV.

        • DesiBoy on 18/10/2017 - 22:55

          @Burnertoasty: you should post it on every comment/recommendation in here.

          Read the question first.

        • [Deactivated] on 19/10/2017 - 07:05
          -2

          @DesiBoy: That has nothing to do with your Mazda bull shit.

  • 51ngh on 11/09/2017 - 00:58
    Suggested Nissan Pathfinder ST-L

    Pathfinder R52
    More value for money than Kluger and CX-9

  • 1337 on 16/10/2017 - 22:03
    Suggested Mitsubishi Pajero Sport

    Mitsubishi Pajero Sport
    Except base model which is 5 seater
    Top model is so kitted out!

    • scotty on 17/10/2017 - 09:57

      I think base model is also a 5-seat. According to Mitsubishi a GLS (cheaper 7-seat model) with white paint and no options still come down at $51,000 RRP.

      • 1337 on 17/10/2017 - 21:14

        Hey, yes only the base model is 5 seater. GLS and GL are both above 50k but are commonly available for lesser without too much haggling. I agree that technically it is slightly above the price range tho. :)

        • scotty on 17/10/2017 - 22:53

          CarAdvice listed MY17 GLS at $48.5k though. Yes OzBargainers never pay RRP anyway :)

  • justaperson on 19/10/2017 - 17:47
    Suggested Renault Koleos Intens 2017

    I've added the new Renault Koleos to the list, Nissan X-Trail drivetrain and platform packaged with much better technology (and somehow a better drive) than an equivalent X-Trail. I found the CVT was calibrated a lot better in the Koleos and the Tesla-copy screen was really intuitive and easy to use. Standard equipment on the Intens model is decent too. Only gripe I have is lack of off-roadability compared to the previous gen, I haven't taken one out off-road but I haven't heard great things from friends that upgraded and did beach and outback driving. On the road though, its a fantastic vehicle, looks good and the 5 year warranty (although not class leading) is a bonus too.

    • tissue on 23/10/2017 - 16:28

      Not a seven seater?

      • justaperson on 25/10/2017 - 00:04

        The salesman said third row seating was an option and I never really looked into it much more than that, but upon further research, you're right, it is only a 5 seater.

  • [Deactivated] on 21/10/2017 - 20:44
    +1

    Kia Carnival.

    Beat 7 years unlimited km warranty & Roadside assist - free.

    Go to a Kia dealer and sit in one. You will never look back.

    SUV 7 seater are not really good. They don't do anything good, jack of all trades. I have one and it's good to carry 7 people only for short distances or kids in the back, but that's not too safe.

  • Froot Loops on 10/11/2017 - 04:13

    I see the Holden Craptiva 7 never made the list, lol

  • CaffeineCruiser on 23/11/2017 - 14:59

    FYI, Odyssey is end of model.
    Honda Australia are looking at a new Odyssey but no details yet.
    I had that messaged to me when I enquired earlier this year :)

    • woodwa on 24/11/2017 - 07:57

      Bargains Ahoy! end of year is coming surly selling the last model and last years won't look good in 2018

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