Minivan vs. SUV: Which is the Best for Growing Families in NJ?

Kia’s Triple Threat: Space, Convenience & Hybrid Smarts

When it comes to family-friendly rides, Kia isn't just playing the game - it's running the whole show. The Kia Telluride, Kia Carnival, and Kia Carnival Hybrid all dominated Nielsen Editorial's recent SUVs vs. Minivans article, proving that when it comes to space, convenience, and efficiency, Kia knows what busy New Jersey families need.


If you've ever tried to squeeze into the third row of an SUV and immediately regretted it, you'll love the Kia Telluride. Named Best 3-Row SUV for Space, it actually makes the third row comfortable - yes, even for adults. With up to 87 cubic feet of cargo space, you can haul everything from soccer gear to an entire weekend's worth of Shore essentials (including the beach chairs you'll definitely forget to use).


For families who treat their minivan like mission control, the Kia Carnival was crowned Best Minivan for Large Families - because when you're hauling the entire carpool plus snacks, you need an interior that works as hard as you do. From VIP Lounge second-row seats with recliners (because kids deserve leg rests, apparently) to best-in-class cargo space, this minivan means business. Add in power sliding doors that make school drop-offs smoother than Sinatra, and you'll never dread loading up again.


Want all the roominess without all the gas station pit stops? The Kia Carnival Hybrid snagged the title of Best Hybrid Minivan for Large Families, bringing spacious seating for eight and a fuel economy that won't make you cry at the pump. More room for the crew, fewer fill-ups at QuickChek - everyone wins.

SUV or minivan? Gas or hybrid? Kia says: Why not all of the above? Visit our NJ Kia dealership and find the perfect ride for your family chaos.


Read the full Nielsen article: Minivan vs. SUV: Which is the Best for Growing Families in NJ?

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