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A good 3-row SUV is one of the most versatile, practical vehicles on the market today. Its capabilities overlap the classic duties of minivans and wagons but with higher ride heights, better sight lines, and, in some cases, enhanced off-road ability. No matter what sort of affordable new 3-row SUV you’re after, there’s likely something that will appeal to you on this list, including a hybrid option, some rather rugged options, and some that are most at home in the suburbs and the city.
Here are the 10 cheapest new 3-row SUVs you’ll find in 2024. Prices do not include destination charges.
1. 2024 Mitsubishi Outlander
MSRP: $28,395 | Seats: 7
The 2024 Mitsubishi Outlander
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The 2024 Mitsubishi
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Outlander is one of the smallest SUVs with 3-row seating, but it’s also the most affordable, so it’s still a remarkable value. Other strengths include lots of cargo space for the footprint, available all-wheel drive (AWD), and excellent warranty coverage.
2. 2024 Volkswagen Tiguan
MSRP: $28,505 | Seats: 7
The VW Tiguan
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Like the Outlander, the 2024 Volkswagen
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Tiguan is a compact SUV that nearly matches the Mitsubishi on cargo volume and value but has a European look and feel. One caveat for winter weather states: You can’t get AWD and 3-row seating in the same Tiguan.
3. 2024 Subaru Ascent
MSRP: $34,395 | Seats: 7-8
The 2024 Subaru Ascent
Subaru
For those needing all-weather traction, the 2024 Subaru
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Ascent’s standard AWD and Top Safety Pick+ rating from the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS) make it a reassuring companion on snowy roads. It’s also somewhat larger than the SUVs above, with a roomy cabin and up to 75.6 cubic feet behind the first row.
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4. 2024 Nissan Pathfinder
MSRP: $35,810 | Seats: 7-8
The 2024 Nissan Pathfinder
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The 2024 Nissan
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Pathfinder’s rugged looks, IIHS Top Safety Pick+ award, and excellent towing ability prove it’s more than just three rows of seating and practical transportation. How much towing ability? The Pathfinder leads its class with 6,000 pounds of towing capacity, with available 4-wheel drive that comes with seven driver-selectable modes.
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5. 2024 Kia Telluride
MSRP: $35,990 | Seats: 7-8
The 2024 Kia Telluride
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Long recognized as one of the best values in its class, the 2024 Kia
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Telluride is an excellent all-around vehicle with lots to appeal to safety-oriented families and fun-focused adventurers alike. While the base LX model is super affordable, adding on the trim levels and options can take the Telluride well past the $50,000 mark.
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6. 2024 Hyundai Palisade
MSRP: $36,400 | Seats: 7-8
The Hyundai Palisade
Hyundai
Although it just hit the streets for the first time as a 2020 model, the 2024 Hyundai Palisade has built a lot of name recognition in the last four years. For 2024, the roomy, well-equipped Palisade gets a range of updates and upgrades, including standard dual-zone climate control and second-row temperature control for the most affordable SE trim.
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7. 2024 Kia Sorento Hybrid
MSRP: $36,690 | Seats: 6
The 2024 Kia Sorento
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The 2024 Kia Sorento Hybrid gets a visual update this year, adding to its already strong mix of 3-row seating and 37 mpg combined — 34 mpg with AWD — efficiency. The updated non-hybrid 2024 Sorento should be released soon, and it will be even more affordable, with an expected starting price of around $31,000. Unlike most of this list, the Sorento gets default third-row seating with second-row captain’s chairs for a maximum of six occupants.
8. 2024 Ford Explorer
MSRP: $36,760 | Seats: 7
The 2024 Ford Explorer
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For a flexible option that can be configured in a multitude of ways, the 2024 Ford
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Explorer is a great choice, as it can be optioned from an affordable people-hauler up to a luxurious sports SUV, with several stops between. The midsize Explorer comes with rear-wheel drive standard on all but the off-road-oriented Timberline model, which gets AWD by default.
9. 2024 Honda Pilot
MSRP: $37,090 | Seats: 7-8
The Honda Pilot
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The 2024 Honda
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Pilot is a go-to for families looking for practical, efficient, safe, and well-equipped 3-row transportation. A strong standard V6 engine, available AWD, and the ability to tow up to 5,000 pounds give the Pilot a lot of versatility, too.
10. 2024 Volkswagen Atlas
MSRP: $37,725 | Seats: 7
The 2024 Volkswagen Atlas
Volkswagen
The 2024 Volkswagen Atlas puts family first with minivan-like comfort and space but the looks and abilities of a midsize crossover SUV. It’s agile for its size, packed with tech, and comfortable for road trips. For 2024, the Atlas gets upgraded looks and features, including a new off-road option for the base SE and midrange SEL trims.
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