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Best 7 Passenger Vehicles 2012
If you are looking for a roomy new car you should compare 7 passenger vehicles 2012 before deciding on a specific model. Each car reviewed has different selling points and often the choice will depend on what is important to the driver and the family.
You may prefer the roominess of a family van or the style and capabilities of an SUV. Some crossover models may be appealing to drivers who want comfort, style, and fuel efficiency. To help you find the right car, here are reviews of best 7 passenger vehicles that have enough space for a medium to large family.
2012 Chevrolet Tahoe
from Google Images
The Chevrolet Tahoe comes with a 5.3 liter V6 engine. It is available in both two wheel and all wheel drive options. The two wheel model has a towing capacity of up to 8.500 lbs. An off road suspension package is also available. The exterior comes with crhome grill and door handles. The car is estimated to get 21 mpg on the highway.
The vehicle looks like a typical SUV in style. However, it comes with some luxury interior features such as a DVD entertainment system, heated and cooled leather seats, and three separate climate control areas for passengers. The car is equipped with an information center to provide information such as tire pressure and oil life. The car is designed for comfort and for functionality. Of the 7 passenger vehicles 2012 discussed here the Tahoe can be considered the most versatile.
2012 Honda Odyssey
from motortrend.com
The Honda Odyssey is designed like a typical minivan but offers so much more. The van comes with a 3.5 liter V6 engine. It offers a more contemporary exterior than other mimi van models. It is a family friendly vehicle with many comfort and convenience features. The estimated fuel efficiency is 27 mpg on the highway.
The Odyssey comes with heated leather seats, front and rear climate control, and many compartments for storage. The third row seating folds down for additional storage. The EX, EXL, and touring models come with DVD, voice controlled navigation, and rear camera. Safety features of the van include air bags throughout the interior, side impact beams, and stability traction control.
2012 Buick Enclave
from carreleasedates.com
Those who want style may want to consider the Buick Enclave. The luxury crossover car comes with a 3.6 liter V6 engine. It has an available all wheel drive traction control and monitoring system and is designed for handling on slippery or snowy roads. It is equipped with an all around air bag system and three different climate control zones.
The Enclave comes standard with blue tooth capability, On Star, and Sirius satellite radio. Optional features include a Bose premium sound system and household style power outlet for charging a variety of devices.
Though they look different the 7 passenger vehicles reviewed here are designed for comfort and functionality. The choices offer drivers and families many different options based on lifestyle and needs. Some are designed for families to enjoy more of the outdoors. Others are designed for a family to travel in style. All the vehicles reviewed come with entire unit air bags for safety and all offer some form of entertainment system for passengers.
2012 Buick Enclave
If you want to a crossover that has minivan functionality along with a luxurious interior, the 2012 Buick Enclave is one of the best vehicles you should consider. This large luxury crossover SUV is available in four trim levels: Base, Convenience, Leather, and Premium with MSRP from $36,350, $37,270, $40,250, and $43,615 respectively.
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All trim levels have a standard 7-passenger seating configuration thanks to second-row chairs and a third-row seat. This passenger capacity can be increased to eight adults with second-row bench seat (as optional) that is offered in no extra charge.
Engine Performance
Every 2012 Buick Enclave model is available with FWD/AWD and powered by a 3.6-liter V6 engine generating 288 horsepower and 270 pound-feet of torque. The engine gets approximately 17 mpg in the city/24 mpg on the highway and 19 mpg combined for FWD versions. The number decreases to around 16 mpg city/22 mpg highway/18 mpg combined for AWD models.
Exterior
The Base and Convenience trim levels have standard exterior features including nineteen-inch alloy wheels, fog lamps, heated outside mirrors, cloth upholstery, a power lift-gate, and dual-xenon headlights. The Leather trim level adds an optional power sunroof. Meanwhile, the Premium model adds nineteen-inch chrome wheels, heated power-folding outside mirrors, and adaptive xenon headlights.
Interior
The Base version comes with automatic climate control for three zones, Bluetooth, keyless entry, a rearview mirror, a wood/leather steering wheel, partial power front seats, split folding third row bench, and cruise control. The Convenience model has the same features as the Base with addition to a remote starter. Meanwhile, the Leather trim level adds driver memory settings, leather seats, and heated front seats. Upgrading to Premium model you will have a power-adjustable steering column and ventilated and heated front seats.
Entertainment Features
The Base and Convenience model have a six-speaker CD/MP3 audio system, satellite radio, auxiliary jack, and speed-compensated volume. Its optional is noise-canceling headphones, and a Bose sound system. The Leather model adds optional like rear-seat DVD entertainment, Bose audio system with 10 speakers, USB port, voice recognition system, and two sets of wireless headphones. Meanwhile, the Premium model has a 115-volt power outlet, USB/auxiliary audio input jacks, a pair of headphone jacks, and a 10-speaker Bose premium audio system.