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A beige Oldsmobile Silhouette minivan sits parked on a street in April 2001

The Original Luxury Minivan Looked Like a Vacuum

Is it a luxury minivan, or is it a vacuum? That’s right — the original luxury minivan looked remarkably like a handheld vacuum. This quirky vehicle’s designers apparently thought that adding pinstriping and decals would cover up its quirkiness. Unfortunately, nothing they did could hide its resemblance to an oversized hand vac. Not only is …
A Hyundai Sonata on display at an auto show

If Hyundai Made a Minivan I’d Buy it… Oh, Wait

This week I’ve been driving the 2020 Hyundai Sonata Hybrid Limited. It’s roomy and immensely comfortable. The hybrid system makes for seldom trips in this Hyundai sedan to the fuel pump. But it’s no minivan. Overall, my experience of the Sonata has been overwhelmingly positive. I don’t love the way it looks, although the Oxford …
The red Oldsmobile Silhouette OSV

Want To Own a Factory-Tuned Oldsmobile Silhouette Concept?

While wagons can make great high-performance vehicles, the same usually can’t be said of minivans. However, that hasn’t stopped some manufacturers from trying to give these practical haulers a touch of sportiness. The Toyota Previa, for example, had a mid-engine layout with an optional supercharger and manual. And the Mercedes-Benz R-Class was a luxury minivan …
An orange 2021 Lexus LC 500 on a corner

This $100,000 Lexus LC 500h Just Makes me Miss my Minivan

I just had the privilege of spending a week with the 2021 Lexus LC 500h. And it really just made me miss my minivan. Don’t get me wrong––the Lexus LC was luxurious and coddling in every way. The gas tank lasted forever, and I got looks at every turn. But for $100,000 I honestly expected …
Dark gray 2021 Chrysler Pacifica with AWD drifting through the snow

The Most Fuel-Efficient Minivans

If you’re shopping for a minivan, then you’re going to want to pay attention to all of the features it has inside and out in order to keep your family safe and entertained for the drives ahead. One of the most important features that you can easily overlook, though, is a minivan’s fuel efficiency. It’s …
A gray 1985 Porsche B32 Minivan

Porsche Minivans Do Exist, 911 Powered Minivans are 1980s Unicorns

Porsche is a legendary automaker. Most known for its sports cars and racing history, the company has branched out to build crossovers and family vehicles in recent times. But even those vehicles have been known for their bent on performance. So, it might seem surprising to some that Porsche also has minivans in its past! …
A Honda Motor Co. emblem is seen at the Honda of Hollywood dealership on August 5, 2011 in Los Angeles, California.

Avoid These Unreliable Honda Models For This 1 Major Issue

There is no doubt that Honda is one of the most reliable brands on the market today and it has been for a number of decades. This reputation has been somewhat of a blanket statement over the years as the public’s perception of Honda’s vehicles being reliable has solidified to the extent that the brand …
A white 2021 Toyota Alphard

The 2021 Sienna Platinum Isn’t Toyota’s Most Expensive Minivan

With its $49,900 base price, the 2021 Toyota Sienna Platinum is fairly expensive for a minivan. However, it’s not the most expensive Toyota-badged vehicle you can buy today. In fact, some of the Japanese automaker’s most luxurious products, like the Toyota Century, aren’t offered in the US. And that includes the Toyota Alphard, a minivan …
A brown 2021 Toyota Sienna Platinum

How Does a $50,000 Toyota Sienna Compare To a Six-Figure Lexus Minivan?

With the 2021 Sienna Platinum’s $50k base price, Toyota’s range-topping minivan has an almost luxury-car-level price tag. However, ever since the LS400 debuted in the 90s, if US shoppers wanted a luxury Toyota product, the answer has been Lexus. Lexus, though, doesn’t have a minivan. At least, not in the US. Overseas shoppers can pick …
Doug DeMuro with a blue 2021 Toyota Sienna Platinum

A $50,000 Toyota Sienna Only Makes Sense for 1 Type of Family

If you’re looking to haul people and their stuff on road trips, minivans make more sense than SUVs. While the selection has shrunk in recent years, the Toyota Sienna remains a common favorite. And it’s been updated for 2021, with a new hybrid powertrain. However, the update includes a higher price tag, to the point …
A photo of the 2021 Chrysler Pacifica outdoors.

Here’s Why People Don’t Buy Minivans Anymore

It is no secret that SUVs have become increasingly popular in the U.S. auto market. However, as sales for SUVs rise, sales for other segments begin to shrivel up. Today we’re looking at some of the reasons why buyers are repeatedly choosing to buy SUVs over minivans. As SUVs rise, minivans fall According to CarSalesBase, …
2021 Kia Nightfall Edition Grille

2021 Kia Telluride vs. Sedona: What Do You Value Most?

Kia presents some of the most enticing vehicles on the market today. If you’re particularly interested in Kia’s most family-friendly options, you may find yourself thinking over the trendy Telluride or the classic Sedona. Which vehicle is best for your family? What the 2021 Kia Sedona has to offer  Kia’s Sedona is a safe minivan with a unique sense of style. …
teaser rendering of the 2021 Kia Sedona minivan

This Kia Ad Is Confusing

In the last few years, the Kia brand has gained massive momentum in the industry. New models like the Kia K5 replacement for the Optima and other emerging flagships like the Kia Telluride have seen loads of success recently, so it’s no surprise that Kia is going with the flow and announcing for redesigns. We …
The 2020 Telluride is on display at the 111th Annual Chicago Auto Show

The 2022 Kia Sedona Carnival Is a Telluride With Sliding Doors

Kia has seen amazing success with the Telluride since its release. Now, we are noticing that others in the lineup are adopting the more rugged styling presented first by the Kia Telluride SUV. The 2022 Kia Sorento was recently revealed with updated adventurous looks. Additionally, we’ve seen the reveal of the all-new Kia Sedona Carnival. …
Honda Odyssey on the road near the seaside

The Most Complained About Minivans

Minivans may not be the most exciting segment––to people other than myself, anyway––but they do comprise one of the most functional. Minivans are basically the most family-friendly vehicle on the market. There aren’t a massive amount of different minivan offerings, but of the more popular ones we see thousands of complaints filed on CarComplaints.com. If …
Honda Odyssey minivan

The 1 Type of Person Who Should Buy a Minivan Over a SUV

When it comes to choosing a people hauler, buyers have two basic options: a minivan or an SUV. Both are family-friendly, offer more cargo space than a sedan, and still give drivers more car-like handling.  And the latest safety and infotainment tech is available in both types of vehicles. So how do you decide between …
a new white Toyota Sienna with the sun shine in the bareback ride

The 2021 Toyota Sienna Won a Weird Award You Didn’t Know Exists

There are so many different types of auto awards. Sometimes, it’s hard to keep track. In fact, there are official and unofficial awards. Additionally, we see awards that are given internally from carmakers to their own models, plus external and highly coveted awards like the World Car of the Year award or MotorTrend’s Car of …
2021 Chrysler Pacifica parked outside the house

The Best 2020 Minivan You Shouldn’t Ignore Right Now

One of the most recommended minivans to purchase this summer is the 2020 Chrysler Pacifica. U.S. News gave it an overall score of 8.1, considering it to be one of the best choices for a minivan on the market today. For consumers shopping for a minivan, this premium vehicle is a must-see option as summer begins to wind down. U.S. …
A white Jeep Grand Wagoneer Photoshopped to have sliding rear doors

Why Don’t SUVs Have Sliding Doors?

Ever since the Jeep Grand Wagoneer’s big unveiling, questions and critiques have swirled around the luxury 3-row SUV. Why does it look that way? Where’s the wood paneling? Will it actually be a good luxury SUV? One Twitter user, though, helped trigger a question that goes beyond just the Jeep Grand Wagoneer. And that question …