The Best Family SUVs

Chevrolet manufactures a line of SUVs broad enough to appeal to a wide range of interests. Chevy makes a sporty, athletic midsize SUV—the Blazer—that appeals to young adults with active lifestyles. The Chevy Suburban is a full-size behemoth. The Chevy Tahoe is a popular choice among older drivers who appreciate the conveniences of a vehicle with abundant technology. However, we still haven’t gotten to the best family SUVs in the Chevy lineup: the Equinox, the Trax, and the Traverse.

Chevy Equinox

Slightly smaller than the Traverse, the Chevy Equinox includes a comfortable interior, the latest onboard tech, an impressive lineup of safety features, and Teen Driver Tech. Parents can monitor their children’s driving habits thanks to features like speed limiter and custom speed alert. And with a starting price of $26,600 MSRP, the Chevy Equinox has the right blend of family-friendly features and technological tools at a customer-friendly price point.

Chevy Trax

The 2024 Chevy Trax returns as a slightly larger four-door version of its past versions. Fortunately, the Trax more than makes up for any disadvantages of passenger and cargo size with a peppier engine and punchier acceleration (the 2024’s turbo three-cylinder engine and six-speed automatic transmission are among several upgrades).

The most recent iteration offers five trims rather than last year’s two, with a base price of just over $21,000. The Chevy Trax is also beefed up in the tech department, with the addition of remote start, a heated steering wheel and heated front seats—popular features with the kids as well as the grown-ups.

Chevy Traverse

The Chevy Traverse, with room for up to eight passengers, is a nice blend of spaciousness and sleek styling. It strikes an even compromise between domestic practicality and a lengthy, sporty exterior. This three-row vehicle sports a reliably agile design that makes Bloomington grocery runs and family soccer outings a snap.

There’s no need to worry about cramped passengers struggling in and out of the third row. Smart Slide® Seating lets you drop kids off on the run without snarling traffic as they struggle with equipment and book bags. The Chevy Traverse also simplifies access to the rear storage area thanks to its hands-free liftgate—a blessing if you’re loading/unloading packages in iffy weather.

The Best Family SUV

Chevy customers in Minnetonka and Hopkins who have to figure family size into their car-buying decisions are fortunate to have the latest Chevrolet SUV offerings. The Chevy Traverse, Equinox and Trax are excellent values for the money, with enhanced size as well as tech improvements. Whatever size SUV you choose, our finance department can help get you the best deal for your money.

The Chevy Traverse, with its blend of size, utility, convenience, and sporty good looks is a top pick for families looking to blend practicality and sleek agility at a good price. Contact us to schedule a test drive today!