For families looking for a big crossover, space and safety are at the top of the list of purchase reasons.
With that in mind, the Toyota Highlander offers seating for eight in a nice, well-built cabin, but it lacks personality.
It rides well, though, and you can have it as a hybrid.
The Ford Explorer and Ford Flex should also be considered.
Both have plenty of space, and the Flex uses the Explorer's chassis to offer a lower, urban-focused twist on the family crossover.
The redesigned Honda Pilot is also a strong choice.
It drives well and has a very versatile seating arrangement.
There's also the Dodge Durango that drives and handles exceptionally well—with plenty of comfort—though it isn't quite as spacious as many of its competitors.
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The 2016 Chevy Traverse is a smooth and comfortable alternative to the minivan or full-size SUV. |
The 2016 Dodge Durango hits a sweet spot between crossovers and SUVs—if you're willing to overlook the thirst, that is. |
The 2016 Ford Explorer doesn't need to rely on hardcore off-road tools--not with its firm road manners, plush interiors, and choice of turbocharged power. |
The 2016 Ford Flex remains a singularly boxy and handsome SUV, with excellent interior room and safety scores. |
The 2016 Honda Pilot has axed its hard edges: it's once again a smooth, capable family wagon, one that raises the bar for refinement. |
The 2016 Toyota Highlander isn't all that exciting to look at or to drive, but it's very versatile and handsome enough to be a great minivan alternative. |
| MSRP From | |||||
| $28,700 | $30,495 | $31,050 | $29,710 | $30,345 | $30,490 |
| Gas Mileage | |||||
| 15 MPG City / 22 MPG Hwy | 14 MPG City / 27 MPG Hwy | 16 MPG City / 24 MPG Hwy | 15 MPG City / 23 MPG Hwy | 18 MPG City / 27 MPG Hwy | 18 MPG City / 28 MPG Hwy |
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| Gas V6 | Regular Unleaded V-6 | Regular Unleaded V-6 | Regular Unleaded V-6 | Regular Unleaded V-6 | Regular Unleaded I-4 |
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| 2WD Sport Utility Vehicle | N/A | Standard SUV 2WD | Standard SUV 2WD | Small SUV 2WD | Small SUV 2WD |
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| FWD 4-Door LS w/1SM | 2WD 4-Door SXT | FWD 4-Door Base | 4-Door SE FWD | 2WD 4-Door LX | FWD 4-Door I4 LE (GS) |
| Drivetrain | |||||
| Front Wheel Drive | Rear Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive |
| Passenger Capacity | |||||
| 8 | 7 | 7 | 7 | 8 | 8 |
| Passenger Doors | |||||
| N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Body Style | |||||
| Sport Utility | Sport Utility | Sport Utility | Sport Utility | Sport Utility | Sport Utility |
| Transmission | |||||
| Automatic | Automatic w/OD | Automatic w/OD | Automatic w/OD | Automatic w/OD | Automatic w/OD |
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| 2016 Chevrolet Traverse vs. 2016 Dodge Durango | 2016 Chevrolet Traverse vs. 2016 Ford Explorer | 2016 Chevrolet Traverse vs. 2016 Ford Flex | 2016 Chevrolet Traverse vs. 2016 Honda Pilot | 2016 Chevrolet Traverse vs. 2016 Toyota Highlander | |
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