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The best 6-seat SUV options for 2026

For the 2026 model year, Edmunds and Stacker compiled a buyer's guide of six-passenger SUVs for the U.S. new-vehicle market based on its testing and ratings, comparing seating layouts, powertrains and pricing.
Shoppers prioritize captain's chairs because they boost comfort and ease third-row access, though models like the Kia EV9 and Volkswagen Atlas require higher trims or options for six-passenger layouts.
The BMW X7 lists a starting MSRP of $87,875 and offers seating for six or seven, while the Ioniq 9 surpasses 300 miles in EPA range and reached 366 miles in Edmunds' test, priced at $72,850 for six seats.
The Ford Explorer, base trim, starts at $40,025, making it the cheapest six-seat SUV with third-row seating, over $1,500 less than the Kia Sorento, according to manufacturer data.
Mercedes‑Benz GLS offers six seats at no extra charge and AMG GLS 63 has 603 horsepower, while Acura MDX has a removable second-row seat and Volvo XC90 pairs bucket seats with a minimalist interior.

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