Cars with three full rear seats
Need a car with three full rear seats? Here are the best to pick from.
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Cars with three full rear seats offer a huge boost in practicality, making it the perfect rear-seat setup for family life (unless, of course, you need those extra seats in the boot).
With the ability to seat more people comfortably – including the all-important ISOFIX points for child seats – every journey is going to be infinitely better than if you were in a much smaller, more cramped hatchback.
Plus, while still offering lots of boot space, you won’t be compromising on how many bags (or dogs) you take with you on your next family adventure.
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Why choose a car with three full rear seats?
There are a range of different benefits when it comes to picking a car with three full rear seats, but the most obvious (and arguably most important) is the added space and comfort for those seated back there.
Most cars have a ‘bench’ setup for the rear seats, but full rear seats are bigger and often move independently if you need to make more space in the boot or those in the back need more legroom.
Plus, with the ability to add multiple car seats for the little ones, you have increased flexibility and can take everyone along for the ride – especially on longer trips.
Best cars with three full rear seats
Volvo XC90
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Being one of the world’s safest cars, the Volvo XC90 is a true legend when it comes to a family SUV.
Not only is it spacious with up to seven seats and a cavernous 680-litre boot (302 litres with all seven seats in place), but it’s also one of the most luxurious vehicles money can buy – especially at this price point.
Plus, you can fit up to six car seats in your XC90, making it a young family’s dream.
Read our Volvo XC90 review
Audi Q7
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While the Q8 does exist, the Audi Q7 is actually the largest model the German brand makes, offering more space than in any other car in its lineup.
Its flat and wide rear seats mean there’s loads of space for all your passengers, and three adults can sit very comfortably side by side.
And like its Swedish rival, it can also fit up to six ISOFIX child seats throughout its cabin, making it more family-friendly than most other cars.
Read our Audi Q7 review
Peugeot 5008
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It may sit several price brackets below a Range Rover, but that doesn’t mean the Peugeot 5008 is any less of a car.
In fact, it has such a classy and futuristic interior, you’d be forgiven for thinking it costs double what it actually does.
Even with that, you still get three full rear seats, and up to seven seats in total. Admittedly, boot space suffers a bit when all seats are in place (348 litres) but fold those away and it unlocks 916 litres. Much better.
Read our Peugeot 5008 review
Ford S-Max
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It may look a bit van-like but in actual fact, the Ford S-Max is a fine motor and acts as the sportier version of the Galaxy people carrier.
While it may not have the plushest interior what you do get is masses of space to comfortably seat up to seven people.
And you still get a usable 285 litres of boot space (700 litres when the rearmost seats are folded).
Read our Ford S-Max review
Tesla Model X
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If you’re after a tech nerd’s dream, there are very few options better than the almost robotic Tesla Model X. Come on, name another family SUV that has gullwing doors.
It can be configured with either five, six or seven seats meaning there’s plenty of flexibility to pick from. And they’re all electrically adjustable for all your customisation needs.
Note that if you want three full rear seats in a row, you’ll need either the seven or five-seat versions.
VW Multivan
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Talking about versatility, the VW Multivan is essentially a work van with a fully kitted-out interior and comfortable seats added in.
What sets it apart from the other cars on this list is that the seats are more manoeuvrable than ever before, so you can rotate, fold or remove them entirely to suit your needs.
Not to mention the sliding rear doors that make loading kids and larger items and breeze – especially when you’re in a rush.
Read our VW California review
Citroen C5 Aircross
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What we love about the Citroen C5 Aircross is that its three rear seats are entirely separate from one another, so depending on the height of your passengers, you can slide each seat back and forth.
This also means you can easily fit three child seats in the back because they won’t all be rubbing against each other in a long line.
Plus, you get Citroen’s flagship hydraulic suspension which creates an incredibly soft ride, even for those in the back.
Read our Citroen C5 Aircross review
FAQs about cars with three full rear seats
What are the best cars with three full rear seats for families?
This will depend entirely on what you’re after. If you want an electric car, the Model X is a great option, for a van, the VW Multivan is superb, and for an SUV you can’t beat the Volvo.
There are so many great choices on offer, so it’s worth doing your research and looking at your used options on cinch.
Which cars have three full-size rear seats?
A whole range of brands offer cars with three full-size rear seats including Peugeot, Citroen, Volvo, Audi, Kia, SEAT, Land Rover, and so on.
Are there electric options for cars with three full rear seats?
Yes, the ones we’d recommend are the Tesla Model X and Peugeot e-5008.
Can I find used cars with three full rear seats in the UK?
Yes. Just check out our used cinch cars to find your next used car with three full-size rear seats.
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