The Roomiest Midsize SUVs in 2024

Second-Row Legroom: 38.5 inches | Cargo Space Behind 2nd Row: 48.4 cubic feet

The 2024 Acura MDX is a three-row luxury SUV that blends performance and practicality. It comes standard with a 290-horsepower V6 engine. The Type S variant comes equipped with a turbocharged V6 engine that makes 355 horsepower. It also comes with Brembo brakes and a performance-tuned air suspension.

The MDX has a modern, sophisticated interior with upscale materials. It has three rows of seating. The first two rows provide plenty of head- and legroom. Models with the available second-row captain's chairs make things very comfortable for the second row. Like many of the vehicles you will see on the list today, the third row is best suited for children.

Second-Row Legroom: 38.6 inches | Cargo Space Behind 2nd Row: 43.3 cubic feet

The 2024 Dodge Durango is the “muscle car” of the family-hauling SUV set. It is offered with a number of potent powertrains, including a 475-horsepower 6.4-liter Hemi V8 and an insane 710-horsepower 6.2-liter supercharged V8 in the Durango Hellcat, which can sprint from zero to 60 mph in 3.5 seconds on the way to a top speed of 180 mph.

The Durango’s interior shows signs of aging. It’s well-designed, but it can’t escape the fact that it’s over 10 years old. There are some hard plastics throughout, even on higher-tier trims. The first two rows are spacious, though the third row of seats is best suited for kids on anything other than a short drive across town.

Second-Row Legroom: 38.6 inches | Cargo Space Behind 2nd Row: 43.5 cubic feet

The Subaru Ascent is an ideal family hauler with room for eight people (seven with second-row captains chairs) and a cabin that is ready to take abuse. The Premium trim includes heated front seats and the Limited has heated second-row seats. A power liftgate is optional on the Premium trim and standard on other upper trims.

The Ascent comes standard with a 260-horsepower turbocharged Boxer four-cylinder engine and all-wheel drive. And with 8.7 inches of ground clearance, the Ascent has what it takes to bring the whole family off the beaten path.

Second-Row Legroom: 38.7 inches | Cargo Space Behind 2nd Row: 32.1 cubic feet

The 2024 Nissan Murano places emphasis on two-row comfort and standard V6 power. The midsize Murano has a panoramic moonroof in the midrange SL trim, as well as leather upholstery and heated rear seats. The base SV comes with heated front seats, power-adjustable front seats and remote start.

No matter which trim you select, the interior is spacious. It comes with an easy-to-use 8-inch touch-screen infotainment system with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto. The venerable V6 engine makes 260 horsepower, and while the ride is smooth, the handling can be vague in corners.

Second-Row Legroom: 38.7 inches | Cargo Space Behind 2nd Row: 34.9 cubic feet

The 2024 Genesis GV80 is an impressive midsize luxury SUV. The cabin is available with real wood trim and premium Nappa leather upholstery. This SUV prioritizes passenger comfort with its supportive front seats and spacious second-row, though the third row is really only suitable for children.

The GV80 boasts a large 14.5-inch touch-screen infotainment system that you can also operate via a rotary dial. Other features in the GV80 include wireless charging, a Wi-Fi hot spot and connectivity options like Apple CarPlay and Android Auto.

The Genesis GV80 also has an advanced suite of safety technologies, including automatic emergency braking, lane-keep assist and a semi-autonomous driving mode.

Second-Row Legroom: 38.7 inches | Cargo Space Behind 2nd Row: 48.4 cubic feet

The Toyota Highlander has a balanced driving experience, though the only engine offered is a noisy but peppy turbocharged four-cylinder power unit. It does make 310 pound-feet of torque and provides solid power for acceleration.

The Highlander's interior is designed for comfort and functionality, seating up to eight people. It features an intuitive 12.3-inch touch screen, wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto and multiple helpful storage solutions.

Second-Row Legroom: 38.8 inches | Cargo Space Behind 2nd Row: 35.7 cubic feet

The Audi Q7 has a refined, well-made cabin that has solid space for the first two rows of occupants. The overall cargo space and third-row passenger space are not outstanding, but the cabin comes with plenty of helpful features, such as tri-zone automatic climate control, ambient interior lighting and a hands-free power liftgate.

For 2024, the Q7 adds standard adaptive cruise control and is now available with remote start and traffic-sign recognition. The standard powertrain in the Q7 is a 261-horsepower turbo-four. It’s also available with a 335-horsepower turbocharged V6.

Second-Row Legroom: 39 inches | Cargo Space Behind 2nd Row: 47.9 cubic feet

The Ford Explorer doesn't excel in any particular area, but it’s a well-rounded midsize SUV that is ready for many different types of adventures. It’s offered with either a 300-horsepower turbocharged four or a twin-turbocharged V6 that makes 400 horsepower. When properly equipped, the Explorer can tow up to 6,500 pounds.

With this power and capability, you can bring a lot with you. The third row is relatively tight, but the second row is plenty spacious. With the second and third rows folded flat, the Explorer provides up to 87.8 cubic feet of cargo space. The Explorer comes standard with a power liftgate and triple-zone automatic climate control.

Second-Row Legroom: 39.1 inches | Cargo Space Behind 2nd Row: 43.1 cubic feet

The Cadillac XT6 is the wise alternative for someone that wants a Cadillac SUV but doesn’t want to shell out Escalade dollars. It comes equipped with either a 235-horsepower turbo-four or a 310-horsepower V6. The XT6 comes standard with synthetic leather upholstery and heated front seats. It’s available with genuine leather upholstery, ventilated front seats and heated rear seats.

The XT6 has three rows of seating, though that back row is best left for children. The second row provides plenty of head- and legroom for adults. The XT6 provides a total of 78.7 cubic feet of cargo space with all rows folded. It comes standard with a power liftgate and a panoramic sunroof.

Second-Row Legroom: 39.4 inches | Cargo Space Behind 2nd Row: 40.1 cubic feet

The Mazda CX-90 has replaced the CX-9 as the range-topping three-row SUV in the fun and upscale Mazda lineup. It has a high-end interior that will have you thinking you’re behind the wheel of a luxury car. It offers a selection of potent engines and comes standard with all-wheel drive.

The CX-90 places an emphasis on comfort in the first two rows, as the third row is small for the class. It’s also short on maximum cargo space, however the cargo space with the second row in use is good enough to make it onto our list.

Second-Row Legroom: 39.4 inches | Cargo Space Behind 2nd Row: 46.9 cubic feet

Given the popularity of three-row family-hauling midsize SUVs, it’s a wonder Jeep had been without its own contender in the lineup for so long. The Grand Cherokee L provides seating for up to seven with a second-row bench or six passengers with second-row captain’s chairs.

To get a power liftgate in the base Laredo, you’ll need to opt for the Luxury Tech Group 1, which also adds wireless device charging and heated front seats. The second-row bench costs $750 and a rear-seat entertainment system will set you back another $1,995.

Second-Row Legroom: 39.6 inches | Cargo Space Behind 2nd Row: 30.5 cubic feet

The Chevrolet Blazer is back, but just not as the rugged truck-based SUV you once knew. It’s now a road-going midsize crossover that’s been around since 2019. For 2023, it received some modest exterior styling updates, as well as wireless device charging and a 10.2-inch touch screen as standard equipment. For the 2024 model year, the Blazer receives heated front seats as standard equipment.

These are all great, but the Blazer suffers from a firm ride, shabby interior materials and unimpressive cargo space. What saves the Blazer is its rear-seat legroom, responsive handling and long list of standard features.

Second-Row Legroom: 39.6 inches | Cargo Space Behind 2nd Row: 41.2 cubic feet

The Honda Passport is a niche, two-row sibling to the larger Pilot. It benefits from impressive standard equipment such as a 280-horsepower V6 and all-wheel drive. The Passport also comes with the Honda Sensing suite of driver-assistance features.

The Passport comes standard with tri-zone climate control and a power rear liftgate. The range-topping Black Edition trim adds a hands-free power liftgate and heated rear seats. No matter which trim you select, the Passport provides strong performance as well as plenty of second-row passenger space.

Second-Row Legroom: 39 inches | Cargo Space Behind 2nd Row: 41.8 cubic feet

The Navigator might be the flagship, but the Lincoln Aviator is helping to redefine the notion of American Luxury SUVs. It’s plush, capable and loaded with modern, helpful technology. The SYNC 3 infotainment system with its 10.1-inch touch screen is easy to use and includes standard Apple CarPlay and Android Auto.

The Aviator comes standard with a power liftgate and tri-zone automatic climate control. Moving up through the trims and option packages gets you additional luxury features such as quad-zone climate control, a hands-free power liftgate and a 28-speaker audio system.

Second-Row Legroom: 40.2 inches | Cargo Space Behind 2nd Row: 30.5 cubic feet

The Audi Q8 is a high-tech and dynamic SUV that shares some DNA with the Lamborghini Urus ultra-performance SUV. It offers a lineup of potent engines and athletic handling dynamics. The Q8 has received some exterior styling updates for 2024, but the interior dimensions remain the same.

The Q8 has one of the lowest cargo figures on this list, but this high-end SUV is all about passenger comfort–as it provides plenty of second-row legroom–along with sleek, coupe-inspired styling. Shoppers can get features like heated rear seats, a Bang & Olufsen audio system, rear-window sunshades and even massaging front seats.

Second-Row Legroom: 37.6 inches | Cargo Space Behind 2nd Row: 55.5 cubic feet

The Atlas is a Volkswagen SUV designed specifically for the American market. It places a higher priority on quantity over quality, as evidenced by cheap cabin materials, plodding acceleration and mediocre handling dynamics. The Atlas also lacks the thrifty fuel economy one would expect to compensate for its lackluster performance.

The Atlas makes up for these shortcomings with sheer size and space. It boasts very impressive cargo space behind the second row, as well as a massive 96.8 cubic feet of cargo space with all the seats behind the first row folded. It also has a sizable third row.

Second-Row Legroom: 40.6 inches | Cargo Space Behind 2nd Row: 39.2 cubic feet

The Ford Edge does a number of things well but is not a standout in any regard. But the Edge shows value with its long list of standard features and two rows of spacious and comfortable seating.

Opting for the SEL trim adds synthetic leather seating, power-adjustable/heated front seats and an upgraded audio system. Opting for higher trims and/or option packages provides more pampering in the form of a power liftgate (hands-free in some cases), real leather upholstery, wireless smartphone charging and heated rear seats.

Second-Row Legroom: 40.8 inches | Cargo Space Behind 2nd Row: 48.5 cubic feet

The Honda Pilot is a well-rounded midsize SUV that has a spacious interior and a long list of standard features that includes four USB ports, dual-zone automatic climate control, push-button start, remote start and a 7-inch touch screen with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto.

Stepping up to the Sport trim adds heated front seats. The EX-L adds leather seating and tri-zone climate control.

The Pilot provides seating for up to eight with the second-row bench or seven with the second-row captain's chairs. The first two rows provide plenty of space, while the third row is better-suited for kids, or adults on shorter trips.

Second-Row Legroom: 40.9 inches | Cargo Space Behind 2nd Row: 33.3 cubic feet

The Mercedes-Benz GLE offers plenty of cabin space for passengers and gear. That is as long as it’s the conventional SUV body style and not the “coupe” variant, whose sloping roofline cuts into cargo space and rear-seat headroom. The GLE features outstanding cabin quality in a world-class design. It comes outfitted with helpful features such as the MBUX infotainment system, which has been further enhanced for the 2024 model year.

Standard features on the GLE include synthetic leather upholstery, heated front seats and a hands-free power liftgate. There are a number of optional features including heated second row seats, four-zone automatic climate control and a panoramic moonroof that covers the first two rows of seating.

Second-Row Legroom: 41.7 inches | Cargo Space Behind 2nd Row: 38.5 cubic feet

The Kia Sorento is a handsome midsize SUV with a generous 10-year/100,000-mile powertrain warranty. The Sorento comes standard with blind-spot monitoring, rear cross-traffic alert and vehicle exit warning. This joins an already generous list of standard driver-assistance features, including automatic emergency braking, lane-departure warning, automatic high beams, and driver-attention monitoring.

The Sorento receives a styling update and some new tech for the 2024 model year, but the interior dimensions remain consistent with the previous years. The Sorento boasts an upscale interior with an intuitive standard touch screen infotainment system. The S trim adds heated front seats, navigation and dual-zone automatic climate control while the EX trim comes with a more powerful engine, a hands-free power liftgate and second-row captain’s chairs.

Second-Row Legroom: 42.3 inches | Cargo Space Behind 2nd Row: 40.5 cubic feet

The Hyundai Santa Fe has been completely redesigned for the 2024 model year, with a bold, rugged look. The boxy layout makes for improved interior dimensions, including increased cargo space and second-row legroom. It also has a third row, and even though it’s tight, it’s still larger than that of some competitors.

The Santa Fe’s interior is available with features such as synthetic leather upholstery, heated and ventilated seats and a heated steering wheel. The top-tier Calligraphy trim includes quilted Nappa leather upholstery and second-row captains chairs. All other models come with a second-row bench, which provides seating for up to seven.

Second-Row Legroom: 42.4 inches | Cargo Space Behind 2nd Row: 45.8 cubic feet

The Palisade is Hyundai’s upscale flagship SUV. It has head-turning styling and carries over into the 2024 model year with minimal changes. It provides a balanced ride and the 291-horsepower V6 makes for solid acceleration in most driving scenarios.

The mid-tier SEL trim comes with features such as a hands-free power liftgate, wireless device charging and second-row captain’s chairs. The Palisade is also available with heated and ventilated second-row seats, an in-car intercom system, third-row USB outlets, a dual-panel power sunroof and premium Nappa leather seating.

Second-Row Legroom: 42.4 inches | Cargo Space Behind 2nd Row: 46 cubic feet

The Kia Telluride is a popular midsize SUV with styling and quality that punches above its weight. The 2024 Telluride is carried over from a 2023 update that introduced some interior and exterior styling updates, as well as a newly standard 12.3-inch touch-screen infotainment system. It’s easy to use and includes Apple CarPlay and Android Auto.

The Telluride comes standard with synthetic leather upholstery while a rear-seat entertainment system is a standalone option. The mid-tier S trim adds a sunroof, heated front seats and second-row captain’s chairs while the EX trim adds leather seating and a hands-free power liftgate. The range-topping SX Prestige adds premium leather upholstery as well as heated and ventilated second-row seats.

Second-Row Legroom: 43.1 inches | Cargo Space Behind 2nd Row: 36.4 cubic feet

The Lincoln Nautilus has been completely redesigned for the 2024 model year. This midsize luxury SUV has a feature-rich, high-tech interior, highlighted by its unique wrap-around digital dash. The Nautilus offers a number of trims and packages that boast premium materials such as upgraded leather and woodgrain trim.

In addition to two rows of spacious seating, the Nautilus includes features such as dual-zone automatic climate control, four USB ports and ambient cabin lighting. It also comes with a long list of driver-assistance features, and is available with the BlueCruise hands-free semi-autonomous driving system.

What midsize SUV has the most second-row legroom?

The Kia Telluride and Hyundai Palisade (which are platform mates) offer the most second-row legroom.

Which midsize SUV has the roomiest third row?

The Volkswagen Atlas has the most 3rd-row legroom among midsize SUVs.

What midsize SUV has the most cargo volume?

The Volkswagen Atlas has 96.8 cubic feet of cargo room with the second- and third-row seats folded, which is more than any other midsize SUV.

Hopefully you're now well on your way towards finding the ideal SUV to meet your driving needs and passenger/cargo space requirements.

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