BEST 3-Row Midsize SUVs for 2024 -- Our Expert Ranking After Reviewing ALL of Them! (Top 10)

[@CarConfections]

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[@Maxwell1989]

Standard supercruise on LT trim and up

[@coachanthonyruiz8390]

Was the Sequoia ?. Not mentioned for a reason?.

[@JosephSalinas-r4r]

I guess so 😮😮😢​@@coachanthonyruiz8390

[@youssbm]

How come the Acura MDX didn’t even make the cut?

[@Adam-ew3yf]

A better list of criteria for this segment would be: 1. Storage/interior space 2. Safety & family friendliness 3. Comfort (ergonomics & road noise) 4. Reliability 5. Luxury & technology

[@queenawesome2601]

Exactly!

[@jonathanc.gillespie4897]

Believe it or not, there are some of us that don’t want to drive a sleeping aid. Performance is valid and sometimes passing power is a safety feature.

[@ericelsberry5585]

Towing?

[@michael72012]

@@ericelsberry5585get a truck

[@Rissalynn92]

Safety for me

[@Y_hass]

Safety and reliability should be categories as well.

[@feral664]

Yeah reliability should be the first on the list though some of these are so new they may not know how reliable (Mazda, grand highlander)

[@MarkTrades__]

+1 - reliability really should have been part of this. Even iof just their opinions.

[@fagiolo2376]

And actually those should be double the points

[@OverTheTop77]

If I have to buy one, reliability will be my first criteria.

[@AFD1890]

family hauling 3 row vehicles should have this as their main category. No one wants to be stuck somewhere with their kids nor wants that anxiety that their family car would work properly or not half the time that they are driving.

[@chargedx1]

Reliability should be a category! A lot of your top models wouldn't rank as high. For example, Hyundai gives a lot of fancy features, but the engine in that vehicle is a dinosaur. It comes from that "NOT SO GREAT" kia/hundai era!

[@endocry]

People who talk about “reliability” are usually stuck 30 years in the past. Look up modern reliability statistics, you might be surprised.

[@nathanielwilson1899]

Correct reliability is number one. They missed it.

[@Blue_Dun]

And safety ratings? That's kind of a big deal. I'd rather have the peace of mind I'm driving a highly rated car by the NHTSA than a stupid 22 inch screen on the dash

[@RocketSingh-cq8cd]

Agree...I test drove the Palisade , the engine was struggling

[@santhosh_1989]

Agree... Maybe they got 💰

[@tanekiagrant8479]

Can you guys do the top 10 most luxurious 3-row SUVs

[@jorgebustamante2751]

I was going to suggest the same

[@CarmelCobra]

Please!

[@jamess.9164]

I love watching your videos but I couldn’t agree less with these assessments!! I just drove the 2024 models highest trim for Atlas, 2023 traverse (bc they don’t have a 2024 model), Telluride, Pilot, Highlander and Grand Cherokee. Hands down, the 2024 Pathfinder Platinum was the most comfortable, best tech/comfort with features, 80 cubic ft storage, but also sporty and stylish. Incredible car, by far the best from those we drove. We ended up purchasing white w/black trim Platinum model. Insanely great car, plus safest for children!!

[@michaelmi7903]

I have the new pathfinder and love it, but I can understand why it didn't make the top 10. It's third row and cargo space are smaller than anything on this list aside from the Highlander. Only one engine option knocks it down, along with the 8 or 9 inch screen options. I do agree that it's exterior aesthetics is probably best in class (this is of course totally subjective), and the interior is nicely laid out and functional. All that said, I think it's just too small for a family that will regularly use a third row.

[@CarConfections]

Thank you... Don't get us wrong, we still really like the Pathfinder! It's just that with 2 of the 5 categories emphasizing space, that is the Pathfinders weakest area. Everyone has different priorities but we just tried to pick the 5 most important ones to the average customer 👍

[@michaelmi7903]

@@CarConfections yep, as a 2022 pathfinder owner I totally agree with your assessment. We're a family of 5 and the pathfinder is the smaller of our 2 SUVs. That's not to say it doesn't work as a 3 row SUV, there are just numerous, far better options in the segment for size & space.

[@Stillway2006]

​@michaelmi7903 I was waiting for that last sentence...I drove a new Pathfinder as a rental week3 weeks while I waited for the dealership to ship the 22 3LT Traverse I wanted and I must say that the Traverse is WAY bigger in the 3rd row and cargo department and I LOVE it

[@jamess.9164]

Actually what isn’t mentioned is the amount of true back seat (middle) space is in pathfinder. It has more than several of the SUVs ranked higher. I can sit on the floor and change my baby on the seat and have tons of room and I am 6’2”. I understand if you are always using the 3rd seat if there is a better option but if you are only using it once in a while, Pathfinder is THE car to get. Also, Model Y is an incredible vehicle as well.

[@stephencooper3583]

The more I see and hear about the new Traverse, the more I like it.

[@jonmanuelreyes7588]

Hyundai KIA Honda Toyota Lexus Mazda 👑 affordability, luxury, reliability, class and style all rolled into one. Can't be beat

[@datboyv1980]

I went with the Toyota Grand Highlander XLE AWD Hybrid. I live in California where gas isn’t cheap. I have 2 kids in car seats so I also need room. This car is beautiful practical and very comfortable

[@Thatoneguy2684]

Looking to buy one thanks for the review

[@jerrysilverstein4055]

Without reliability as one of most important as a catalgory your list is wrong. You have some of most unreliable suv you can buy.

[@Mr_Nobody-0-J]

@@jerrysilverstein4055can you prove it’s unreliable or you’re just one of those egotistic people who thinks the 4 cylinder engine will blow up?

[@martinbrock4394]

Was surprised Nissan Pathfinder SL was not at the top. Have put 10,000 miles trouble free comfortable ride miles on it. Enjoy the V-6 and have got 29 mpg on the highway. Leaning towards turning my lease into a buy out. Best vehicle I have ever had. Tops in safety and crash tests as well.

[@MultiWaldo666]

Great video, especially since watching a few top tens 3 row videos, everyones is different since everyone likes different things. My only thing I would add is cost to value. I feel more people especially today would like to see what tgey can get for the best price not just wgat tge top tier models offer thst most ppl cant afford

[@nj6441]

This is the most honest and true valuation considering the 3 row segment, technology and space. Good job Guys. True Atlas is only 2 seats on the 3rd row but it's also the only one in the top trim that provides bench seats.

[@CarConfections]

Thank you and Happy New Year!

[@andresmattos7541]

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[@MrRafiriarte]

At least you've explained the criteria for doing the ranking but clearly some SUVs here don't deserve to be on the list because reliability issues.

[@a.majouli7215]

What are the most reliable ones in your opinion please ?

[@michaelsoliven9468]

Wheres Subaru Ascent?

[@thawordologist240]

Watch the whole video to the end to get tour answer

[@lawdog516]

I was surprised to see the Ford Explorer even made the list. The Explorer ranks last or next to last in reliability. I can attest to that, my previous employer had 15 Explorers in their fleet. They spent more time at the dealer than in our lot, and the ones that remained and all had some type of warning lights in the center cluster. I agree it was nice to drive but I absolutely would not purchase one to use as a family vehicle. I was assigned one as a take home vehicle and drove it like I payed for it and completed all the required maintenance and still it proved unreliable, other than that I kinda agree with your rankings, thanks for your 3 row SUV comparison.

[@skycaptain3344]

Parents owned a 2015 Explorer - no issues. Now they have been driving a 2022 Explorer ST. No issues.

[@thawordologist240]

I've owned 3 ford's only had an electrical issue with one but once fixed no other issues. Not one ever had a mechanical issue.

[@MarioLuigi-vb3rp]

Ever sat and drove in a Highlander? It’s the worse I’m 6ft but very wide muscular build. You feel everything on the road feels cheap and the seats and sitting space in the front and back are way to small for me. I own a ford explorer and I love it. Smooth ride large seats has power

[@cs1992]

No way I'd buy a jeep, Hyundai, or Chevy over a Toyota, Honda or Mazda.

[@anaveragehuman2937]

I'm torn between Pilot Elite or a Grand Highlander Hybrid.

[@gamingwitharlen2267]

Why not a Hyundai.

[@philipjacob2314]

@@anaveragehuman2937both are honestly the best practical 3 row SUVs. Get the one you like best for the price. GH has major MPG advantages. I got the pilot elite personally because to me the drive of it felt similar to the MDX and q7 but just a tad louder. Smooth with great handling.

[@megank3412]

That Jeep Cherokee will be in the used car lot within 3 years

[@michaelfinley9988]

Jeep Grand Cherokee is one of the best SUVs. The Japanese suvs are so ugly and boring.

[@davetechme]

Nice list. My criteria would also factor in cost of ownership/projected maintenance/brand track record with reliability. With this in mind, I'd rank the Honda higher than the non-Toyota offerings.

[@rtk7233]

Absolutely correct, they do nice reviews but seem too impressed with bells and whistles and not enough about reliability.

[@jameskirby9369]

My thoughts exactly. How can u rank a Chevy,VW,Hyundai,Jeep and Kia higher than a Honda. I just bought a 2024 Pilot Touring and love it!!!

[@CR-sp7ls]

Is warranty an indication of reliability? If the manufacturer is worried about reliability, why provide the best warranties by far?

[@loganmason0201]

I own just a basic Grand Highlander XLE 45k out the door. I fking love it. It is very spacious, drives smooth and very quite. Very little road or wind noise

[@_runtybeatle36_68]

My family got a brand new Hyundai Palisade Calligraphy. Safe to say we will never purchase a Hyundai again. While driving in a city 6hrs away from home the car suffered a catastrophic manufacturers error where the engine literally fell due to a poorly heat treated transmission mount. While being repaired by a Hyundai dealer they told us that if we were going at 60 mph which we were about to do, the car could've ended our lives as the engine falling at that speed would disable speed, braking, and airbags. We are absolutely furious as this is a brand new 2024 Palisade of the highest trim level. We have already gotten a lawyer and are suing Hyundai motor company for giving us a dangerous vehicle. Absolutely dangerous vehicle that I would not recommend. Do not let its flashy interior fool you.

[@RezandJen]

The Atlas is actually really, really good! That being said I ended up with the Pallaside Calligraphy, it has just a few more features such as massaging drivers seat that the Atlas doesn't have.

[@RedmanLS3]

No. Stay away from vw. I work as a tech for vw. They are not as reliable as you think

[@timothywillis3279]

What kind of sound system is in the Pallisade

[@RezandJen]

​@@timothywillis3279It's a Hardon Kardon in the Calligraphy.

[@XGGaMeRGX]

@@RezandJenhow’s the reliability been so far? Considering making the same purchase.

[@thebeast9606]

I considered getting the 2024 Chevy Traverse Z71 or the Honda Pilot Trailsport, but then decided on a 2024 Toyota 4Runner Limited. The Traverse is having significant transmission problems, and I saw a video where the Trailsport had issues with deep snow, and living in Minnesota, I needed something that could get me back and forth with little trouble. I'm sure I'll get some push back from people talking about how ancient the 4Runner is, but I can guarantee that when all of these other vehicles bottom out, mine will still be going strong. Plus, with a true 4wd system, it'll go farther as well.

[@loitersquadX]

Just wanted to say the VW has REALLY solid doors. The power is not the best, but it's so luxurious inside and out. If you are really smart you are basically in a lambo, audi q8. With less power.

[@triggerxx9760]

You can always tune it to make more power.. probably push it to 350 hp

[@SilverScarletSpider]

Stop complaining about the Honda Pilot’s infotainment display 4:45, like that is the most pedantic thing to get upset over, safety and reliability is way more important. Nobody with working brain cells cares if a 9inch display is smaller than a 10inch display, the important thing is if this $50000 car will last the next 20 years

[@joelc9329]

Do you mean the 12.3 inch display** in the GH?

[@hockeynutt9434]

Honda Pilot Interior. Welcome to the year 2005

[@darrell5703]

I can’t get past the misspelling of “experience” lol. Just stands out and punches me in the eyes. But other than that, love the video as always. Looking to get the wife a palisade. That’s what she really wants. But we have a 2017 Acadia Denali and have had it for right at 7 years. Since the announcement of the new Acadia. We’ve been waiting to see it first before we decide. And we wanna see the new traverse as well.

[@Richard2003]

Agreed

[@CarConfections]

Amazingly, it made it through 3 sets of eyes somehow 🥲

[@JonMoralesLA]

I test drove the new Traverse and it truly is amazing. The interior is fantastic. Seats super comfortable. Quiet cabin. Huge interior space that felt like a minivan in the best of ways. The screen and infotainment just literally unmatched. All this but I can’t get over how so many people online shit all over Chevy in general and a lot specifically about the Traverse reliability.

[@amberj1990]

So satisfying to see when your vehicle ranks at No. 1 😌 Toyota Grand Highlander 2024

[@darriontunstall3708]

I would pick the Ford Explorer or Toyota grand highlander! I can’t wait to see the 2025 Ford Explorer !

[@kenna.9368]

Gentlemen, this is an awesome video. You just basically reviewed an entire segment! Blanket coverage for someone trying to decide! This is the first time in my life I have ever watched a full KZbin video! Outstanding job!

[@CarConfections]

Terrific! Glad you found the video helpful!

[@dougtoomes3005]

Where’s the Pathfinder?

[@Peacefulmd]

Thank you for the video! I would suggest you ask your audience who are interested in buying these cars what their top 5 categories are. When you look at this category of a 3 row SUV, the largest segment of buyers are families with children. I would then change the category of luxury to reliability. If you wanted a luxury 3 row SUV, there are far better ones that are not listed here which I completely understand. I am sure you guys will likely do a video for luxury SUV's at some point. Families who are buying these cars will want to know how much it will cost to maintain and not spend time in the shop for repairs. I would be interested to hear if you did make this change from luxury to reliability how you would rank these SUVs. Thank you for taking the time to read my opinion and keep up the good work.

[@CarConfections]

Thank you and we appreciate the feedback!

[@msdtx18]

Love the video. Very helpful for my research!

[@CarConfections]

Glad it was helpful! Thanks!

[@josephalba978]

The Telluride will definitely do it for me

[@josephalba978]

@@Brian_Eugene_Lee I love the SX Nightfall Edition, but that's only offered through the 2021-2023 Telluride. Any personal experience with the Palisade Limited?

[@StarSystem-p3i]

​@@josephalba978 Telluride and Palisades are both good SUVs

[@nikilandjackaroochannel4572]

I have been watching your videos since 2016. You guys are my favorite car reviewers. You guys are the reason why i love cars so much and you really helped me keep up with new cars and what they do. Thats why now im really knowledgeable about cars. Keep up the great work. You guys are great. Happy New Year

[@AyatAlSharif]

If there was a “best car reviewer award” they will win all of them each year.

[@nikilandjackaroochannel4572]

@@AyatAlSharif true

[@CarConfections]

We thank you so much for the support over the years! Happy New Year to you as well! 😁

[@CarConfections]

You're too kind 😊

[@Nothing.124]

I can't trust this list as it mentioned Cherokee is better that Honda pilot and mazda cx90

[@God-is-love-god-is]

I'm guessing reliability and the cost price for these car is not important to buyers. So the way how you guys rank these suv is not accurate. Because the top 3 selling suv in north America and the rest of the world is based on reliability space and cost prices.

[@gabepena2689]

They should start rating these based on short term 2-3 yrs those leasing or long term 5 yrs plus for those who keep long term. I went with the pilot because my goal was to keep long term, so storage, quality and reliability are my top picks. But it i was leasing i would have probably gone with the Traverse since its larger with cooler tech and its leased so i know im dumping it in 2-3 yrs anyway. But i would agree looks aside the Grand Highlander is the best overall package.

[@jarchaski]

Talk about drivability, resale value, reliability, longevity, safety...Mazda kicks Hyundai and Kia's butts. Add in cost of parts for eventual repairs, Volkswagon slides back as well. Don't forget to mention Jeep's iffy transmission. Ford shouldn't be anywhere near this list. Toyota, Honda, and Mazda all the way.

[@xila8861]

I drove the new mazda and it is so stiff and rides like 💩. and the interior looks cheap and the doors aint good. I will give them they made a quiet, cool looking exterior, but overall cars like lexus rx and nx exist and kick their ass in all of those.

[@stevegonzales3612]

Listening to your top 10... I chose none of the above but went with the 2024 Genesis GV80 Advance Plus, 3.5T AWD. The price was higher, but the amenities in this vehicle are amazing!

[@CarConfections]

We have a separate list for a luxury options... Nevertheless, great choice!

[@sreekanthgolla4328]

Guys, how is the road noise in highway for grand highlander and if we using hybrid power train how are transitions?

[@AzraKolic-bl6pt]

We have Grand Highlander Limited Hybrid… it’s really amazing and quite SUV ..specious etc … the problem is when we drove few times on the long drives (300miles ) it was really rough ..you can feel every uneven road or pat holes … it got better (maybe tires) but still not good enough

[@geoffreypleavin5268]

I agree when spending this type of money reliability and depreciation rating need to be somewhere is this rating.

[@robertmyers6488]

Thank you for the ranking and your opinions. Which ones have reclining third row seats?

[@CarConfections]

I believe everything on the list can recline the third rows to some degree. The options with power third rows are able to do it electronically, of course.

[@th3n0rthsid3]

Good to see a systematic ranking. But yeah, if you have kids, safety and reliability are major factors for consideration in a family vehicle.

[@CarConfections]

Stay tuned for the 2025 list next month, accounting for many more categories including reliability, resale value, safety and more

[@jbaeza915]

Great Video. In the process of trading in my cr-v hybrid for either the Hyundai Palisade Night Edition Calligraphy or Toyota Grand Highlander.

[@CarConfections]

Thanks! Great choices!

[@StarSystem-p3i]

I recommend Palisade! I love it.

[@jbaeza915]

@@StarSystem-p3i that's what we're leaning towards. Just never owned a Hyundai and growing up that reputation wasn't good.

[@sydneycd]

im stuck between these two aswell dod you get one yet?

[@nickpeng9914]

Like this video very much! It is really helpful.

[@CarConfections]

Glad to hear that!

[@josealbertoespinozamolina3522]

Resale value can be a good addition as well a lot of us likes to trade in the vehicle within 3-5 years that aspect can be a good addition in my opinion

[@franklynvilla2614]

You guys should buy a Atlas close to 100k miles and let us know if it is the right SUV to buy

[@shashankshekhar2611]

:P it is not!

[@rtk7233]

Probably couldn't find one, except in the junk yard.

[@reneerozic4999]

@@shashankshekhar2611 Do you have any experience with the 2024 Atlas? I test drove and was really impressed with it, but not that familiar with Volkswagen. Why would you not recommend it?

[@reneerozic4999]

@@rtk7233 Do you have any experience with the 2024 Atlas? I test drove and was really impressed with it, but not that familiar with Volkswagen. Why would you not recommend it?

[@shashankshekhar2611]

@@reneerozic4999 yeah, unfortunately a lot of my family members have purchased VWs in the last 15 years as they were getting good deals on them, turns out first 4 to 5 years were alright but after that the engine started having issues and so did the transmission and air conditioning, and that’s not the worst part. Any car can have issues BUT VWs are not great as after sales service providers. Parts are expensive ( compared to Japanese or American brands) and they lack expertise in zeroing in on a problem. My brother in law had an engine seizure just 4 years after buying a new Golf and Vw straight up refused to acknowledge any issue with the engine and put forth a giant bill that he had to foot as there was no other option. My colleague has an older VW Tiguan and it is riddled with issues of suspension, electronics, body work and the car is not super old , I mean its from 2007 or so and is always parked in a garage and is driven gently by a 50 year old .

[@amamiai]

I would avoid the Grand Highlander after it failed in the IIHS test. The korean twins will be my choice if I'm leasing.

[@RayRay0414]

kzbin.info/www/bejne/b5TUZHqiqc1qaposi=3yupAGtAeJyNPt6O Is an A rating good for IIHS? I am thinking an A is pretty safe.

[@jacobkowski7705]

@@RayRay0414A is just Acceptable. These days Good ratings are more prevalent

[@MrFrancoBango]

I can never find top 10 roomiest front seats for a midsize 2 row SUV. I really don't care for the other rows

[@angelrosa4247]

Powertrain reliability should be top of mind. Everything else is nice-to-haves but if unreliable, it's pointless. Honda Pilot has one of the best engines on this list - the tried and true naturally aspirated 3.5L V6.

[@KingdomKidzPPEC]

Very informative. Thanks fellas

[@CarConfections]

Happy we could help!

[@adamwright9741]

If/when you do both mid-size two row segments (please don't skip doing both regular and luxury), I can't wait to see how the Mazda CX-70 does. It's what I would drive

[@edwarddefilippi8137]

The Hyundai and Kia used to be the top 2, but the newly redesigned products from GM are seriously exceptional. I also think that the new Grand Highlander is a great option as well. I was surprised the CX90 was so early in the list considering the luxury it offers and the features that it offers, but definitely agree it may not be the most practical. The GMC got last place this year, but think that with the redesign, it could score #1. The new model is honestly amazing.

[@ayushmalpeddi2793]

They take into account price. Hyundai/KIA will always win because they offer so much more for the price. I can bet you thousands that the new GMC Acadia will surpass 60K loaded. And it still won’t offer massaging seats, hybrid systems, ventilated second row seats, heated 3rd row seats, and other features/tech/luxury competitors offer.

[@gamingwitharlen2267]

Yea, you ain't get the same Luxury at the same price as Hyundai/Kia. Grand Highlander is the best but no one can get it because of such low supply+ dealers are super greedy and will charge a market adjustment.@@ayushmalpeddi2793

[@edwarddefilippi8137]

@@ayushmalpeddi2793 definitely agree you will probably get more bang for your buck with the Hyundai and Kia’s, but the new GM products are still offering a lot, but not as much for the price.

[@andresmattos7541]

Hyundai Kia still are on the top 2 i would take any day H K cars over any unreliable crap from GM.

[@davidsiebert5860]

South Korea holds their currency at a cheaper rate to the dollar so they could have an advantage in build quality, tech and price over U.S. manufacturers. Enjoy these while you can as their currency will be revalue on par with the dollar causing a significant increase in price.

[@marlentamayo8912]

It's 328hp and 326lb ft of the new Chevy Traverse seems to me that on powertrain scores at least a 4. Also there should be a design category because the Chevy Traverse, Hyundai Palisade, Jeep Grand Cherokee and Mazda CX 90 are better than the rest in design. If you'd included that the resaults would have been much different..

[@Shafaymustafa12]

Plz also make a video on best full size pickup trucks

[@johnsambo9379]

I will never buy a Ford again. Bought a brand new 2022 Ford Escape. Had nothing but problems with the engine and transmission since I bought it. It's been in the repair shop four times. Luckily all repairs were under warranty. Ford paid me out $12,000 for the car being a piece of dung

[@AyatAlSharif]

It really depends on the quality, I know someone who drives a 2013 Ford Escape and it’s still going after 300K miles with rarely having issues. At least ford is better than the Hitler-founded company aka Volkswagen which has nothing but unlimited service lights on the dash

[@jsfbay1]

That doesn't sound like nearly enough of a payout.

[@papaagidi2838]

No one will agree with VW Atlas being number 3, no way

[@keska01]

I have the cross sport (didn’t want the third row) and it’s such a nice car!!

[@shashankshekhar2611]

agreed! you cant add features on a turd!

[@nj6441]

Actually even Edmunds placed them high this year. They did improve a lot of areas.

[@JazzyMB7]

Thank you so much for your expertise what are you thoughts on Mitsubishi 2023-24, Honda HRV, Hyundai Santa Fe Looking to purchase next year hoping to best SUV that won't hurt my budget

[@MuhammadArif-pi6cr]

I like ur channel, objective n realistic 👍👍👍 waiting for the next 3 row SUV comparison👍

[@CarConfections]

Thanks! 👍

[@sanmac9621]

4 cylinders is no 1 !

[@clbernier2]

GM has 4 choices depending on your wallet…Traverse, Acadia, Enclave and XT6!!!

[@shaunwilcox1193]

What about the new Santa Fe, Sorento and QX 60? Where do they rank?

[@peweep3274]

3 row SUVs , comprehend.

[@shaunwilcox1193]

@@peweep3274 My suggestions ARE 3 row Suvs...comprehend??

[@Pork_Chop76]

Was reliability or resale value taken into account ?

[@user-lk1mt5vm7o]

Tq for information and keeping short

[@phuongtrang280]

If they would put safety and reliability on a category then I would never pick a Kia or. Hyundai. I know 4 people with Kias (one is my gf) and three out of those four people had to get their engine replaced

[@Dufflincarreviews123]

The palisade the Best

[@DominionAnako-bb7ry]

Explore cars is fun and learn valuable about it

[@josedelarosa6449]

It seems this list is going by preference.At the end of the day, people will choose on what they like and feel comfortable.

[@karthik17india]

Clearly, palisade designed thrid row with heated seats to feature high on this channel. On a serious note, this compares the features on the spec sheet, but fails to acknowledge the intangibles, safety and reliability that are key when you invest > $50K

[@misharofraser7659]

Power fold third row is a nightmare when rushing with kids. Also, I think a car not offering android or Apple CarPlay doesn’t deserve to be in the top 5.

[@ExpertYouTubeCommentator]

now i want the full sized SUV tier list.....too bad reliability is not a category....though understandably so

[@huanronghu4432]

they already did one way back since there's not as many full size SUVs as there are midsize family ones

[@jerzypawlik9445]

Totally disagree with them. Seems like cargo space was more important than reliability, performance, handling, and driving excitement. I drove all of them and to me, here is which I would pick. 1 Mazda 2 Toyota Grand Highlander 3 Toyota Highlander 4 Honda Pilot Rest, I don't care for

[@shashankshekhar2611]

yay! I bought the CX90 and it is reallly good!

[@CarConfections]

It was, as we only scored in the 5 most important categories for the average customer in this segment. While we completely agree on a personal level that performance and handling should be considered, the average person in this class cares about them far less than cargo space, 3rd row and features. Hope this clears up where the ranking numbers are derived from 👍

[@nj6441]

Agree with Carconfections. Most buyers in this segment need the space and a good 3 row both if which are not good for mazda. If you don't care for those then yes mazda is good.

[@victorsaleeb5632]

What is the rating of the Volvo CX90 with 3 rows of seats? thank you

[@huanronghu4432]

Great video guys. Honestly, the GMC Acadia should be compared with other luxury 3 row SUVs. If the Lexus TX is gonna be the only vehicle of its size to be in the midsize luxury suv category without the redesigned GMC Acadia, you might as well move the TX to compete with the full size Category due to the 3rd row space and cargo volume rivaling other full size suvs too besides the extra length american ones

[@RodolfoMendez-kd6mb]

where does the acura mdx fall on this? i'm looking for new family vehicle to last 15 years or more

[@ziguoye4927]

I don't get the new design for the brand-new Honda Pilot 😅 A cheap tiny MP4 screen with a massive cargo size

[@sunflowersoulproject]

Thank you so much for this review.

[@CarConfections]

You are so welcome!

[@tavo3234]

Thank you KIA and Hyundai, you have made everyone step their game up...

[@MrC6Dave]

That palisade is definitely number 1.

[@AngieMaatouk]

Good work guys

[@CarConfections]

Thanks!

[@Harikrishnamupparapu-qo4po]

Hi, Can Volvo XC90 be in the top 5? Could you say the reasons why it wont be in top 5 list?

[@RodolfoMendez-kd6mb]

which of these vehicles has the best motor built to last 300k miles. with minimal issues. I need to buy a 15 to 20 year vehicle

[@travisstrickland7270]

Probably Honda but you have to make sure the trans will last that long...🤷🏽

[@JapHarKaNaam]

You missed the reliability, security, and safety rating, warranty, and customer service. The mid-size SUV is mostly for big families and people want to keep it longer.

[@subhish]

Plz do a 3-row luxury video like this..

[@arkeshsharma]

What about Acura MDX, Lexus TX, Genesis GV80, etc ?

[@jsfbay1]

They are doing mainstream products. I hope they do luxury (or near-luxury) sometime soon.

[@demetriusmcfadden]

Great review straight to the point. Subscribed 🫡

[@CarConfections]

Thanks and welcome to the Car Confections family!

[@yokoreia]

Toyota is my joy.

[@jsfbay1]

I appreciate your efforts to sort out these 3-row SUVs. I agree with your ordering, but as you said, some people will have different priorities, and for me, a 2nd row bench seat is a requirement *as well as* all the bells and whistles of the top-trim offerings. That reduces my options to exactly *three* of the options in your list: Explorer, Pilot and Atlas (I've heard Atlas offers what I want but I've never checked it out because of the poor reliability - Explorer does, but reliability removes it from my list.) Are you guys aware of any other 3-row unibody SUVs that meet my criteria? I think Pathfinder is also available in top trim with a 2nd-row bench seat but once again the reliability is just not there. We'll see about the Traverse and Acadia, but given that Tahoe 2nd row seats are captains chairs in top trims, I expect the same for both these two.

[@shashankshekhar2611]

right about explorer, avoid at all costs, my colleague owns one, it is really a poor vehicle

[@CarConfections]

Thank you! You're right, the 2nd row bench seating on top trims is something very uncommon in the class now unfortunately

[@FizzerTT21]

The Jeep Grand Cherokee L can have a 2nd row bench seat in the top trims

[@jsfbay1]

@@FizzerTT21Thanks for that. I'll add it to the list. I'm getting older so I'd like to go with a Japanese vehicle so that I spend most of my time driving and very little time at the service department. Perhaps it's time for me to start leasing cars to avoid these issues and be able to buy any vehicle regardless of brand.

[@jsfbay1]

@@CarConfectionsYup. Some people actually have three kids, not just two. I'm not going to put up the third row and put one of them in the penalty box back there. Thanks again for your videos.

[@paulbrown6338]

What about Buick? Just purchased a 2024 Enclave Premium that looks better than the Chevy. Could not ask for a smoother riding quite vehicle.

[@yiyangcheng]

Enclave is more MDX competitor

[@AlexDutra206]

5-10 years Cost of Ownership + Resale Value + Reliability + Safety topic for SUVs please. 🙌

[@jaydumops1]

Great video! Does the new 2024 Hyundai Santa Fe fit in this category? If so, why did it not make it?

[@dudemynameisdebo]

Having sold cars for a Long time and driven all of these the Subaru Ascent is definitely better. Especially if AWD matters to you.

[@mohammadmoasher5592]

You should add reliability and cost of maintenance to your list to have an accurate ranking, in that case, your list obviously will be changed

[@CarConfections]

We have heard the comments like yours and look forward to doing just that in a future updated list 👍

[@felonebike9859]

Reliability should be #1

[@Agent-jg7sw]

Ford explorer is a Lemon 🍋

[@gothmab]

Thanks for not making the entire video about 0-60 acceleration. As though someone was going to pack their entire family into the car and then try to accelerate to highway speeds as quickly as possible. I would rank differently though, because overall size is actually a downer for me. I want to seat 6 people in the smallest amount of cubic space possible because I want to be able to park in the smallest space possible. My kids are little, they can take a little third row seat, but that car isn't going to park itself.

[@davisfontaine1219]

Chevy traverse is the best family size vehicle

[@jeremyd2003]

Least expensive top trim version?

[@aldyna1703]

How does the 2024 Hyundai Santa Fe Calligraphy scale on your list? Any honourable mention or does it not compare to the palisade

[@CarConfections]

It's typically considered part of the class below this which is why it doesn't appear on this list

[@ibrahimbashir6634]

Oh poor naveen 😂😂😭😭

[@martinz1116]

I have been driving the Grand Highlander Hybrid Max for 6 months now. No problems whatsoever. One thing I do note, sometimes when I step on the petal, it feels like the gearbox doesn't shift into place. Like the car is on neutral and won't accelerate. But when I let go and step on it again, it shifts and takes off. I never felt this before in another car. Have anyone seen this before?