Minivans met the accommodations of a midsize to large family yet still fit inside a residential garage stall. Considered one of the first generation minivans, earlier models had rear wheel drive and only one sliding door.
I think the Astro really has the first look of the classic minivan, though can still be crossed with a van. Like the kind you might see in Stranger Things. The Uplander was built to replace the Astro. I totally still remember seeing the first version Pacificia. One of my best friends had a Pacifica a few years back. The Caravan was one of the first mass produced vehicles with dedicated cup holders, now how can you not like that?
If my memory serves me correctly, everytime we rented a minivan, it was always a Dodge Caravan. The Aerostar had a unique campaign in that its minivans were themed with Eddie Bauer, the clothing line company. I totally remember that! When they pulled us in their minivan, I always remembered the Eddie Bauer badge on the outside of their vehicle. I see why. In , the Windstar was voted as most dependable minivan on the market, even beating out Honda Odyssey and Toyota Sienna.
Back then, the first generation model was built smaller and considered a compact multi purpose vehicle. The first minivan I ever had! I was about 13 years old when my family bought a used Mazda MPV.
The middle row seats could be removed something we take for granted now and the rear third row seat had sliding tracks that could slide forward to the middle row position allowing for a large cargo rear space! The first and second generation of the Quest was the Mercury Villager. This minivan business sure if confusing.
Cons: Uninspiring road manners, no hybrid or AWD models. The Honda Odyssey has long been a top player in the segment, as it's both pleasant to drive and practical for large families.
The minivan handles well for its size, and it boasts a smooth ride and powertrain, making road trips more comfortable. Buyers will enjoy a variety of useful technologies, including a microphone system that allows the driver to communicate with kids in the back and a camera that looks down on the second and third rows. The Odyssey is mostly a carryover from the previous model year, the only change being an addition to the Honda's exterior color palette: Radiant Red Metallic II.
Those excited over the Odyssey's built-in vacuum cleaner option HondaVac , take note: The feature is on hiatus due to a supplier issue but may return at a later time. Pros: Smooth ride, slick-shifting transmission, abundant standard safety features. Cons: Ungainly exterior design, no AWD or hybrid available. Just a year into its fourth generation, the spacious Toyota Sienna slots into the number-one position on our list of best minivans.
It's now available only as a hybrid and gets an impressive mpg in combined city and highway driving. Front-wheel drive is standard, and all-wheel drive is available.
As part of its redesign, the Sienna features a bold new face boasting slim headlights and a large grille, while the generously equipped cabin is offered with available refrigerator, vacuum, and inch head-up display.
Pros: Great fuel economy, cozy ride, abundant standard safety features. Those who are interested in the best minivans and vans from can refer to last year's list. When it comes to hauling people and cargo, minivans are better than SUVs—a fact we wish more consumers would accept—and the Chrysler Pacifica is our current favorite. The Pacifica is a thoughtfully designed, comfortable family van, and its eager driving dynamics are the icing on the cake.
Both a regular V-6 engine and a plug-in hybrid powertrain are offered, and in our testing, each proved to be reasonably fuel-efficient. The second and third rows fold completely flat to transform the Pacifica into a spacious cargo van, making it perfect for hauling bulky items. The Pacifica's entry-level models were rebranded as the Voyager for , so we review those bargain models separately.
Review, Pricing, and Specs. While its name may suggest that it will turn the next family road trip into a grand adventure, the Honda Odyssey is far more likely to be appreciated for its day-to-day practicality. Its spacious and reconfigurable interior is perfect for hauling kids, cargo, or both and it offers a collection of inventive features that are intended to make family life a little easier.
The Odyssey also drives far more pleasantly than its dowdy shape suggests and its silky-smooth V-6 engine pulls strong for highway merging and passing. Honda also makes plenty of safety features standard across the Odyssey lineup, but its main rivals—the Chrysler Pacifica and Toyota Sienna —do the same and also offer optional all-wheel drive.
In case you didn't get the memo, the Dodge Grand Caravan is officially dead , leaving the Chrysler Voyager as the only choice for a budget minivan from Fiat Chrysler Automobiles.
A cheapo version of the Chrysler Pacifica minivan, the Voyager is powered by a V-6 engine, offers room for up to seven passengers across three rows of seats, and provides ample room for cargo.
While we haven't driven the Voyager, we know that it should deliver largely the same refined driving behavior as the Pacifica since they are essentially the same vehicle. Toyota says goodbye to frumpy with the Sienna minivan's all-new styling, and an all-hybrid lineup makes it a particularly efficient option among its rivals.
The new Sienna's more stylish body, wide-mouth grille, and squinty headlamps draw inspiration from the Highlander and give the van a more SUV-like look. Inside, the Sienna receives a similarly daring makeover but still keeps a focus on practicality and family-friendliness.
Gone is last year's V-6 engine.
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