A seven-seat SUV world can be a class for itself. The versatility of these vehicles makes them perfect for buyers looking for a towing and transport vehicle. In three rows of seats, you can sit seven persons. The rear row is usually suitable for children only. If you need to load more items, this one can be folded, creating more room.

Variations are numerous. Seven-seater SUVs are available with four, six, and eight-cylinder engines. Some models also offer diesel units. Luxury SUVs are loaded with plenty of options, but the price can be way higher.  Here is our list of the 10 best seven-seat SUVs you can buy in 2023.

Best 2023 Seven-Seater SUVs

2023 Lexus LX 600

The 2023 Lexus LX 600 will be an all-new vehicle. For a long time, the LX was available only with two rows of seats. But, the upcoming version is going to offer both configurations. The third row will seat two persons, while the upscale versions are delivering captain’s chairs in the middle, maximizing the comfort and cutting down one seating spot.

Important changes are happening under the hood as well. The new turbo-six mill had a premiere with the latest edition of the Tundra truck. It still remains a mystery what does the number in the nameplate indicates. Usually, it was a sign of engine displacement, but the 2023 Lexus LX 600 is leaving this designation. Since the luxury SUV is already one of the best seven-seaters, the next generation can only make it better.

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2023 Lexus RX

Another Lexus on this list. For a reason. The RX is the best-selling luxury vehicle and it deserves a spot. Nevertheless, the lineup is wide, and if you are looking for a three-row model with a capacity for seven persons, you need to get the RX 350L model. It is also available as a hybrid, the RX 450hL. Either way, you won’t regret it.

The mid-size SUV is comfortable and loaded with stuff. But, the third row makes it a bit tight. But, the lack of room is not spoiling an overall impression. The base price of the 2023 Lexus RX will still be under $50,000 and the third row will cost you at least $3,000. Hybrid also brings all-wheel drive. It produces 310 horsepower and maximizes the gas mileage.

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2023 Dodge Durango

The 2023 Dodge Durango might be one of the most exciting SUVs, not only the seven-seater, but overall. FCA has big plans with this model. Since there is a rivalry within the same company between Durango and Jeep Grand Cherokee, the carmaker decided to deliver an all-new Dodge SUV. The ladder frame is going to replace an old platform, providing an even longer lifespan and capability of off-road drive. On the other hand, such vehicles are not as safe as SUVs riding on the unibody architecture.

A big step has been already done. Durango now features the Hellcat engine with 710 hp, making it the most powerful configuration in the market. But, it is just the beginning of the process. The 2023 Dodge Durango will also feature a V6 setup, as well as a couple of other V8 mills. With so many options, buyers will rush to check out the all-new SUV once it hits dealerships.

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2023 Toyota Highlander

Here is another top-selling vehicle overall. The 2023 Toyota Highlander won’t suffer so many changes, but it won’t affect the sales. The Japanese company cemented the No1 spot in the seven-seat world by delivering a highly efficient hybrid setup. It is going to save fuel and money with 35 mpg. On the 2023 YM, there won’t be significant changes and Toyota will develop further projects. It happens all the time – when the competition starts catching up, the Japanese carmaker surprises us all with innovations.

So, a 2.5-liter engine sacrifices power to gain exceptional gas mileage. That is for the 2023 Toyota Highlander Hybrid configuration. Besides this engine, a 3.5-liter V6 is still there. We can hear that TRD Pro might join the lineup. Nevertheless, this version of the Highlander is not going to be a seven-seater. The base price of the SUV starts at $35,000, while the high-end versions reach $50k.

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2023 Ford Explorer

Probably the biggest rival to Toyota Highlander will be the 2023 Ford Explorer. The US company delivered a hybrid engine for its seven-seater SUV. However, it is not as impressive as the Japanese rival. But, Ford doesn’t want to give up power and offers Edge for those people who wants better gas mileage. A V6 for the Explorer can deliver 318 hp and 322 lb-ft of torque and 322 lb-ft of torque. For the premium Lincoln Aviator, a hybrid configuration creates 500 horsepower.

The top of the class 2023 Ford Explorer ST is also a seven-seater. Buyers are getting 400 ponies and 415 lb-ft. But, the star of the lineup should be the 2023 Ford Explorer EV. We still don’t know if the all-electric model is going to feature three rows of seats. Nevertheless, reports by FordAuthority made us wait for it eagerly.

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2023 Cadillac XT6

The success of the XT5 made Cadillac expand the SUV lineup. We can put the Escalade on this list, but its seating capacity is eight. The mid-size 2023 Cadillac XT6 sits seven persons. We can hear a bigger XT- models could be out soon, but the company denies those rumors, cementing the Escalade as the only full-size SUV.

The 2023 Cadillac XT6 is the premium model with a starting price at $49,000. Premium Luxury and Sport are standard packages. The MSRP can hit $70k with plenty of optional upgrades. With all seats up, the cargo space is not impressive. If you need more than 12.6 cubic feet, you can fold the third row, gaining extra room. The maximum capacity is 79 cubic feet, with all seats down. A V6 engine can tow only 4,000 pounds, which is below par for the class.

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2023 Infiniti QX80

The standard configuration for the 2023 Infiniti QX80 will be a seven-seat, while you can place a bench in the middle row and increase the capacity to eight passengers. But, it wasn’t a popular option for previous editions. The upcoming QX80 will be based on the Monograph concept. It drew a lot of attention when the company presented it, and when it had its debut on the QX60. But, the full-size luxury SUV will use it the best.

The question is what will be under the hood of the 2023 Infiniti QX80. A V8 is potent and durable. But, many companies are dropping such configurations, opting for high-output powerplants with six cylinders. Such a setup will be available on the new sports coupe vehicles and the big QX80 might borrow the system. Also, a hybrid configuration is being considered. One thing is sure – the 2023 Infiniti QX80 Monograph will cost more than its predecessors.

2023 Volvo XC90

Another premium SUV in our list is the 2023 Volvo XC90. The Swedish carmaker is well-known for its safety and comfort, and there is no doubt that the new mid-size SUV is going to deliver them as well. But, the new model is on the horizon. We still don’t know what XC100 is going to be. The name suggests it will be positioned above the XC90, but the most recent info speaks about the electric model.

A 2.0-liter engine is a base for all configurations. T5 and T6 are the versions with turbo- and superchargers. The first one is good for 250 horsepower, while the T6 adds 66 ponies. The 2023 Volvo XC90 T8 PHEV is getting a boost from an electric battery to provide 400 hp and 480 lb-ft of torque. The maximum towing capacity of the seven-seat SUV is 5,000 pounds.

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2023 Audi Q7

Premium German SUVs have a strong resale value. But, the bad thing is that the base version of the 2023 Audi Q7 will be equipped with a 2.0-liter engine and 248 horsepower. Even non-luxury SUVs from this class can do it better. Still, optional drivetrains fix the issue, but the upgrade to a V6 will cost more than $10,000. For $65,000, buyers will get 330 hp and 325 lb-ft. The high-end 2023 Audi SQ7 is also a seven-seater SUV. If previous editions didn’t impress you, what about a 4.0-liter V8 and 500 horsepower?

The 2023 Audi Q7 will be one of the best haulers on this list with 7,700 pounds. Maximum cargo space is 69 cubic feet, while there are 14 cu.ft. behind the third row. There are three available packages – Premium, Premium Plus, and Prestige. Many experts consider the SQ7 as a separate model.

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2023 Genesis GV80

The GV80 is the first-ever Genesis SUV. This is Hyundai’s premium branch and it had a huge success in the first year of existence. That is why we put the 2023 Genesis GV80 on the best seven-seater SUV list. The vehicle is using a 2.5-liter turbo engine that creates 300 horsepower. But, buyers can pick up a more potent option – a 3.5-liter V6. Turbocharged, it bursts 375 ponies and 390 lb-ft.

The 2023 Genesis GV80 will be available in Standard, Advance, and Prestige trims. All-wheel drive is optional, as well as the captain’s chairs that drop the seating capacity to six. The cargo capacity of the GV80 is 84 cubic feet. The price starts at $49,000. Genesis will launch more SUVs in the foreseeable future. The GV70 is a smaller model, while the GV60 is an electric vehicle.