![]() There’s also comfortable leather seats, a panoramic sunroof and push-button everything, as well as a live view screen overlayed with turn-by-turn navigation. Just ask, “Hey Mercedes, where is the closest Starbucks?” and you’ll be on your way to your next PSL. Voice activation in the Mercedes-Benz takes the art of the ask to the next level. Why You’ll Love It “Hey Mercedes, will you turn up the heat?” Done. The clamshell lift gate-the lower portion folds down while the upper portion lifts up-is great for tailgating or catching a sports event from the sidelines. They’ll also love the cargo space, which means no gear under foot. Suede head cushions on the headrests, electronic seat controls and a USB-C port for every seat are just the start. ![]() Why the Kids Will Love It The pampering doesn’t stop with the front row. But you might forget about all those things, as you sink into the leather seats and enjoy either of the two engine options-the standard 335 horsepower or the larger and faster 465. The X7 has some novel features including something called “back up assistant” that will reverse along your exact path, great for narrow driveways and off-road adventures, and a road sign reader that displays signs on the navigation screen. Why You’ll Love It Finally…BMW has brought the world-class quality of its 7 Series to the SUV category, with goodies like voice-activated controls, electric seats in every row, an Alcantara suede ceiling liner and Swarovski crystal controls. And the third row means they can bring a friend along or join a pal’s carpool for amped-up social time. Why the Kids Will Love It The center row seats are adjustable so the kids can get comfortable. But the kid-friendly details were what really sealed the deal: The center row seats are roomy enough for three car seats across the center row bench (with room to spare) and upholstered bolsters cover the LATCH anchors-pop them out to reveal the anchors or leave them in so things don’t get lost in the abyss between the seat and its back. Audi’s touch pad infotainment system puts all the controls at your finger tips, the infotainment screen rises out of the dashboard when you start the car and the digital cockpit displays all driver information vividly in front of you. Why You’ll Love It This amply sized, roomy and fun-to-drive six- or seven-passenger SUV surprised us with the value for the price (though you can upgrade to a 6-cylinder 329 HP engine for $6,400). Luckily, there are plenty of USB ports and Bluetooth so everyone can play iPhone Jukebox. That means the kids will compete to plug in their devices and dance in their seats. Acura is the exclusive brand to feature a sound system created by Grammy-winner Elliot Scheiner, whose accolades include awards for his work with Beyoncé, Eric Clapton and the Foo Fighters. Why the Kids Will Love It Three words: ELS Premium Sound. But Acura reputation runs deeper than beauty: It’s made a name for itself in the performance world (the exotic NSX sports car competes alongside Ferrari and Lamborghini), and that DNA trickles down to the MDX, which is not just beautifully designed inside and out but fun to drive, too. It’s just gone through a redesign that added some bling, including the diamond grille and jewel eye headlights, and running lights that remind us of a diamond tennis bracelet. Why You’ll Love It Acura, the luxury line from Honda, pairs the brand’s solid reputation for reliability and low cost of ownership (think: fewer expensive repairs as your car ages) with luxury and performance. With all that in mind, these are our favorite three-row seven-passenger luxury SUVs for families. But I also want top technology, such as driver assist safety features (blind spot monitors, adaptive cruise control, lane departure assist and pre-crash mitigation systems should be the starting point), a truly usable third row and all-wheel drive or four-wheel drive that means you can go where you want, when you want. (C’mon! It could happen!)īut what should I expect from a luxury three-row seven-passenger SUV? Pampering, of course. And, it should be able to make the transition from the soccer field to whatever high-falutin’ thing I’m invited to. It should have cutting-edge technology and the leather should retain its club-chair fragrance for more than the first few years. It should look good and perform well for a long time. In other words, I like to invest in design and comfort. I’m as thoughtful about my shoes and my handbags as I am about my kitchen and living space.
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