The 24 Best Family Vehicles in 2021, According to Parents Magazine See the best minivans, SUVs and, yes, even cars!

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Three-Row SUVs – Best for Adventures: Nissan Pathfinder

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Nissan Pathfinder

What Parents liked:

- Smoother ride from the new 9-speed transmission (for the 2022 model).
- Impressive power and acceleration from the V6 engine.
- Up to five booster or car seats are possible.
- Towing capacity is 6,000 lb, or 2720 kg.
- 14 colour options.

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See also: 2022 Nissan Pathfinder pictures

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Nissan Pathfinder, rear
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Nissan Pathfinder, interior
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Nissan Pathfinder, interior, panoramic sunroof

Three-Row SUVs – Best Value: Volkswagen Atlas

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Volkswagen Atlas

When the German automaker began developing the next edition of its three-row SUV, it clearly had North America as its target. Parents magazine was especially seduced by the affordable pricing of the SUV in its most accessible version.

What Parents liked:

- Impressive braking and steering for such a big vehicle.
- With a bench seat in the second row, five car seats can be placed.
- Available digital cockpit with high-resolution screen.

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See also: 2021 Volkswagen Atlas pictures

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Volkswagen Atlas, three-quarters rear
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Volkswagen Atlas, interior
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Volkswagen Atlas, first row