Compare the best 7-seater hybrid cars
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Last updated June 19, 2024 by
Darren Cassey
Best 7-seater hybrid cars of 2024
Seven-seaters are big and practical, but that also means they’re usually heavy – and heavy usually means poor fuel economy. But it doesn’t have to be that way, because there are a bunch of seven-seat hybrid cars on the market that promise to keep fuel costs low while retaining that all-important practicality.
There’s a mix of self-charging and plug-in hybrid models here, and which one is best will depend on your situation – largely whether you can charge the batteries easily. You can read our guide to choosing the right hybrid for you, or continue to see what Carwow’s expert reviews team considers the best seven-seater hybrid cars in 2024.
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Finding a good deal in the car world is like finding the end of the rainbow, but the Dacia Jogger really is a pot of gold. Why? Because it’s affordable, practical and doesn’t feel too bargain basement inside. It’s just a fantastic value family car. Sure, the petrol model is the cheapest, but the hybrid version won’t break the bank and keeps fuel costs low. The third row is surprisingly spacious, and you can remove the seats to create a massive boot.
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Another excellent value seven-seater is the Kia Sorento. Yes, it’s more than twice the price of the Dacia Jogger, but you get so much more for your money. It’s a big, handsome SUV with loads of space inside and plenty of equipment. There’s also a choice of self-charging or plug-in hybrid so you can pick whichever suits you best.
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The humble people carrier is somewhat forgotten in this era of SUVs for every job, but the Volkswagen Multivan proves that they still have a role to play. That’s because no SUV can match the Multivan’s versatility and practicality – it’s absolutely huge inside, with sliding seats that can also be removed, so you can make the space exactly how you need it. There’s even a fold-out table so you can use it as a mobile office or somewhere to eat your lunch. The only potential downside is that the Multivan is limited to seven seats, where similar alternatives can carry more.
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The Nissan X-Trail is a rather unusual hybrid, because the petrol engine never drives the wheels. It’s there to act as a generator to keep the battery topped up that runs the electric motor (or motors in the four-wheel-drive model), but with no need to plug in. Nissan has been very clever in packing in so many components and still leaving space for people, although if you pay the extra for the seven-seat version the third row is very cramped. There’s plenty of space in the rest of the car, though.
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What’s this, another people carrier? Yep, the Lexus LM is another trend-defying family car/business people mover, but it feels more fancy inside than the Volkswagen Multivan. It’s at its best as a four-seater with private jet-like space and a massive TV screen, but even with seven seats in places it’s roomy for all on board. The LM’s styling is pretty out there, but it has a fuel-sipping hybrid engine and is super comfortable over bumps, making it a great family car.
The XC90 is ageing a bit now, and is due to be replaced by a new all-electric model soon, but for the moment this T8 plug-in hybrid version is still worth seeking out. The third-row seats aren’t the biggest, but it will do a potential 41 miles on a full charge of the battery and 455hp isn’t to be sneezed at, either.
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The new Hyundai Santa Fe is so new we haven’t even had the chance to drive it yet, but it is a seven-seater with a choice of self-charging and plug-in hybrid engines. The latest model has a funky, modern design on the outside and a cabin that’s bigger than the outgoing version, promising more legroom for everyone. The boot capacity is massive, too.
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