SUVs vs Minivans

Discussions debate the practicality of SUVs for family use, advocating alternatives like minivans, station wagons, and sedans for better space, fuel efficiency, and handling.

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markdown Jul 17, 2023 View on HN

Sounds like they should be using a sedan, station wagon, or compact SUV

rjmunro Nov 22, 2019 View on HN

Get a MiniVan (called a people carrier in the UK) if you need the capacity, not an SUV. Better MPG, less likely to flip over, similar or greater capacity.

catlikesshrimp Aug 3, 2025 View on HN

But large cars don't fit as comfortably /s

cmrdporcupine Dec 7, 2022 View on HN

they're more like minivans without sliding doors

u801e Aug 7, 2023 View on HN

Why wouldn't a minivan fit this purpose?

poulsbohemian Apr 26, 2018 View on HN

Doesn't the Crosstrek fill this role?

dividuum Sep 9, 2023 View on HN

Seriously: just buy a station wagon ;)

tremon Oct 13, 2023 View on HN

That sounds great, but I'm a bit sad that it seems to come only in SUV form factor. Do you happen to know if they have anything in less obnoxious sizes?

Softcadbury Sep 20, 2021 View on HN

Still better than driving a big SUV I guess...

justrealist Nov 2, 2023 View on HN

It's small for an SUV, let's not be pedantic.