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2020 Toyota Highlander Platinum

1. Toyota Highlander

CarMax owner rating

Price range
$15,998—$54,998
Estimated combined MPG
24 MPG
RepairPal reliability rating
4 out of 5

Pros

  • Good visibility throughout

  • Pleasing fuel figures for a three-row SUV

  • Hushed ride experience

Cons

  • Third row not suited to adults

  • Cargo cubes are lacking

2022 Lexus RX 350L

2. Lexus RX 350

CarMax owner rating

Price range
$17,998—$64,998
Estimated combined MPG
24 MPG
RepairPal reliability rating
4.5 out of 5

Pros

  • Plush, luxury ride

  • Available with all-wheel drive

  • Advanced driver-assistance features

Cons

  • Front seat thigh support

  • Complex electronic door handles

  • Lack of third-row seating

2021 Kia Sorento Hybrid EX

3. Kia Sorento

CarMax owner rating

Price range
$12,599—$42,998
Estimated combined MPG
23 MPG
RepairPal reliability rating
4 out of 5

Pros

  • Easy-to-use infotainment system

  • Quiet cabin

  • Ample standard and optional features

Cons

  • Optional audio system lacks performance

  • AWD not available on base trim level

  • Raised third-row seats impact cargo space

2024 Volkswagen Atlas Cross Sport SEL R-Line 4MOTION

4. Volkswagen Atlas

CarMax owner rating

Price range
$16,998—$47,998
Estimated combined MPG
20 MPG
RepairPal reliability rating
(data not available)
2020 Hyundai Palisade Limited

5. Hyundai Palisade

CarMax owner rating

Price range
$19,998—$52,998
Estimated combined MPG
21 MPG
RepairPal reliability rating
4.5 out of 5

Pros

  • Tons of passenger space

  • Impressive ride comfort

  • Strong engine across all trim levels

Cons

  • Only one engine option

  • Some tech items are optional

  • Not particularly agile handling

2022 Nissan Pathfinder SV

6. Nissan Pathfinder

CarMax owner rating

Price range
$12,998—$45,998
Estimated combined MPG
21 MPG
RepairPal reliability rating
3.5 out of 5

Pros

  • All three rows are adult-friendly in terms of headroom and legroom

  • Rock Creek trim adds extra off-road cred

  • Smooth highway ride, excellent towing capability

Cons

  • Acceleration is just adequate

  • Infotainment system has some dated-looking graphics

  • Cargo space is snug with all three rows occupied

2017 Ford Edge Sport

7. Ford Edge

CarMax owner rating

Price range
$13,998—$32,998
Estimated combined MPG
21 MPG
RepairPal reliability rating
3.5 out of 5

Pros

  • Passenger and cargo space

  • User-friendly infotainment system

  • Standard all-wheel drive

Cons

  • Uneven ride quality over rough surfaces

  • Poor outward visibility

  • Transmission shifts too frequently

2020 Kia Telluride LX

8. Kia Telluride

CarMax owner rating

Price range
$19,998—$50,998
Estimated combined MPG
21 MPG
RepairPal reliability rating
4.5 out of 5

Pros

  • Standout exterior styling

  • Great ride and interior comfort

  • Tons of standard tech features

Cons

  • Could have better interior storage for small items

  • Only one engine available

  • Handles like a larger SUV

2023 Acura MDX with Advance Package SH-AWD

9. Acura MDX

CarMax owner rating

Price range
$14,998—$66,998
Estimated combined MPG
19 MPG
RepairPal reliability rating
4 out of 5

Pros

  • Lots of space for passengers and cargo

  • Lengthy feature list

  • Comfortable ride meets fun handling

Cons

  • Base engine is lacking power

  • Fuel economy is on the thirsty side

  • Limited third row space

2022 BMW X5 M

10. BMW X5

CarMax owner rating

Price range
$22,998—$124,998
Estimated combined MPG
15 MPG
RepairPal reliability rating
2.5 out of 5

Pros

  • Active driver assist package

  • Easy loading tailgate

  • Plug-in hybrid available

Cons

  • Above-average maintenance costs

  • Complex infotainment controls

  • Wide pillars create blind spots

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