Got a big family? 8 of the best seven-seater SUVs you can lease

Thinking of upsizing? These seven-seaters are among the best in their class

When your family starts outgrowing your car faster than kids outgrow their shoes, space suddenly becomes the holy grail of car shopping.

One minute you’re cruising around in a nippy hatchback, the next you’re Googling ‘how many car seats can actually fit in a MINI?’

The answer, by the way, is not enough.

If you’ve got a growing family, space is going to be one of the key factors when it comes to choosing your next car lease. SUVs of all sizes are so often the go-to class for families, but there comes a point where your compact SUVs just won’t cut it any more.

That’s where seven-seater SUVs come charging to the rescue.

The likes of Volvo, Audi, Peugeot and Kia all boast hugely competitive and compelling SUV lease deals that are both cost-effective and won’t leave you eating beans on toast for the rest of the month.

Whichever price point you’re searching in, there’s a wide range of fantastic seven-seater SUV lease deals available that’ll have you wondering how you ever managed without all that extra room.

Audi Q7

Perched at the top of Audi’s SUV line-up like the king of the automotive castle, the beautiful Q7 is a fantastic choice for a premium seven-seater.

It’ll let you carry six passengers in pristine comfort – and we mean pristine.

Where the Audi Q7 trumps some of its rivals is its ability to provide ISOFIX points in all six passenger seats. Yes, you read that right. All of them.

This isn’t as common as you might think, and if you’re considering an Audi lease deal and know you’ll be ferrying multiple little ones around regularly, this offers fantastic flexibility.

You can also enjoy the usual Audi magic, including their brilliant tech, refined cabin qualities that make you feel like you’re floating on a cloud, and supreme ride comfort that’ll have the kids nodding off before you’ve even left the driveway.

Browse our latest Audi Q7 lease deals

Peugeot E-5008

Meet the UK’s cheapest electric seven-seater, and quite possibly your wallet’s new best friend.

The Peugeot E-5008 presents a massive opportunity in a market where electric cars that can seat seven people are about as rare as a parking space at the supermarket on a Saturday.

The E-5008 changes the game entirely, offering competitive pricing and a choice of battery sizes, including a version with an impressive WLTP Comb range of up to 413 miles. That’s enough to get you from London to Manchester and back without any range anxiety kicking in.

Space-wise, the E-5008 doesn’t mess about.

There’s a huge amount of room up front, with storage that’s plentiful enough to satisfy even the most organised family. The second row offers decent space for passengers, with leg and head room that works for tall adults, while the flat floor helps maximise space when all three seats are occupied.

Access to the third row is refreshingly simple – no contortionist skills required here.

With all seven seats in use, you still get 348 litres of boot space, split between the main boot area and drawer-like storage under the rearmost seats.

And even the entry-level Allure trim comes loaded with everything you need, including keyless entry and start, 19-inch alloy wheels, three-zone climate control and rear privacy glass.

Browse our latest Peugeot E-5008 lease deals

Kia EV9

When the Kia EV9 first arrived, it was practically unrivalled for practicality.

It’s a tempting proposition – and the cheapest EV9 Air comes with plenty of standard kit and the longest range. It’s the one to go for if you want the best bang for your buck.

All versions pack the same 96kWh battery, but the maximum range depends on whether you fancy two- or four-wheel drive.

The entry-level RWD version manages an official range of 349 miles (WLTP Comb), while the heavier AWD version still delivers up to 315 miles. More than enough for most adventures.

The biggest draw of the EV9 is genuinely how big and practical it is.

Third-row passengers benefit most from the EV9’s sizeable dimensions, because six-footers have plenty of head room and more than enough knee room too, as long as those sitting in front don’t slide their seats all the way back like they’re settling in for a cross-country flight.

The standard EV9 seven-seater has a two-three-two layout, while the six-seat configuration features three pairs of seats.

And in two-seat mode, the EV9 essentially transforms into a funky-looking van that’ll make moving your kids into uni a doddle.

Browse our latest Kia EV9 lease deals

Dacia Jogger

If you have a big family and a not-so-big budget, the Dacia Jogger might just be your knight in shining armour.

As the UK’s cheapest new seven-seater, it’s practical, well-equipped, and won’t required you to remortgage your house or sell a kidney.

You could be forgiven for thinking that spending so little on a seven-seater would bring big compromises, but the Dacia Jogger is a well-thought-out people mover with genuine seven-seat usability, decent driving dynamics, and plenty of equipment.

It’s like finding a designer bag in a charity shop – unexpectedly brilliant value.

And for a seven-seater, the car doesn’t feel overwhelmingly big. It’s probably because of the Jogger’s small car origins, with the SUV being based on the same underpinnings as the Sandero.

Space-wise, there’s plenty of room up front to stretch out.

Most rear-seat passengers will find the Jogger comfortable for long and short journeys, though taller occupants might wish the middle row could slide backwards for extra knee room. The third row offers good head room and enough leg room to get comfortable – not bad for the price point.

If you’ve got a big load rather than people to carry, you can fold down the second-row seats and remove the two back ones to create a van-like cargo area. It’s like having a Transformer, but more practical and less likely to fight alien robots.

The Expression trim is the sweet spot for value, coming with keyless entry, cruise control, LED headlights, an eight-inch touchscreen, blind-spot monitoring, and a helpful reversing camera.

Browse our latest Dacia Jogger lease deals

Hyundai Santa Fe

The brilliant all-round seven-seat SUV that combines great interior space with the option of plug-in hybrid efficiency.

The Hyundai Santa Fe’s striking and angular design is punctuated by various H motifs, including in the headlights and taillights – Hyundai aren’t exactly being subtle about their branding, and we love them for it.

This radical new look hides the same proven underpinnings as the previous generation, along with tweaked versions of the same regular hybrid (HEV) and plug-in hybrid (PHEV) petrol engines.

It’s evolution, not revolution.

But sometimes that’s exactly what you need.

There’s loads of room in the front of the Santa Fe – not just for the driver and passenger, but also for storage. We’re talking big cupholders, huge trays between seats, and a large compartment under the central armrest. There’s also a cubby above the decent-sized glovebox.

But it’s in the back where the Santa Fe really excels.

Access to the rear seats is fantastic. The rear doors are large and open wide, making it simple to slide the middle row forwards and clamber into the third row without requiring a yoga certification.

When the rearmost two seats are folded into the floor, boot space is enormous, with 628 litres available in the HEV and 621 in the PHEV. The boot opening is wide too, making hauling things in and out a simple task – no Tetris skills required.

Plus, you get Hyundai’s impressive five-year, unlimited-mileage warranty, because peace of mind should always come as standard.

Browse our latest Hyundai Santa Fe lease deals

SKODA Kodiaq

SKODA’s SUV line-up is one of the most underrated on the market, and the pick of the bunch is arguably the Kodiaq.

Like so many in the wider SKODA range, you have a great amount of choice in terms of trim levels, all offering fantastic value for money – it’s like having your cake and eating it, but with seven seats.

Fresh out of the box, the Kodiaq is a fantastic, family-friendly SUV.

However, if you’d like something that’s both suitable for the kids and has a bit of oomph, take a closer look at the Sportline edition of the range-topping vRS trim for your next SKODA lease deal.

The addition of the third row doesn’t mean the Kodiaq has to compromise on space in the back.

It’s more than competitive for this class, and even comes with the option of tri-zone climate control, so everyone can travel comfortably.

And thanks to its seamless four-wheel-drive system, you can enjoy a smooth driving experience on all terrains. Whether you’re navigating school car parks or conquering country lanes, the Kodiaq takes it all in its stride.

Browse our latest SKODA Kodiaq lease deals

Volvo XC90

If you’re searching for an alternative route into the world of premium seven-seater SUVs and want to steer away from the traditional German heavyweights, the Volvo XC90 should be right up there as your first choice.

It’s Swedish sophistication at its finest.

The XC90 offers a sense of luxury, immense reliability, and a pristine design that competes with the very best on the market.

Volvo leasing comes with a whole host of benefits, with the Swedish manufacturer priding themselves on style and safety – making it the perfect family car.

The XC90 comes with a five-star Euro NCAP rating, including a 97% safety score for adult occupants and 87% safety score for child occupants.

When you’re carrying precious cargo (aka your family), those numbers matter.

The XC90 is packed with clever driver technologies and safety features that’ll help keep your family safe on the move, including intelligent safety assistance technology and blind-spot information.

It’s like having a co-pilot who never gets tired or asks, ‘are we there yet?’

You can also carry seven with hybrid efficiency, thanks to the claimed 42.9 WLTB Comb miles of electric range that you get when you lease an XC90 Recharge.

It’s the best of both worlds.

Browse our latest Volvo XC90 lease deals

Kia Sorento

Seven-seaters don’t come more spacious than the brilliant Kia Sorento.

It’s come a long way since its initial launch, and the Sorento now competes against some of the more premium rivals in this class without breaking a sweat.

Compared to previous editions, this latest version provides far more dynamic looks that match its practical space.

Typically, the third row in a seven-seater is exclusively reserved for kids due to the lack of space.

But that’s not the case with the Sorento.

Adults can actually sit back their without their knees touching their chin, which is truly groundbreaking stuff.

Don’t have the constant need for seven seats?

Drop the third row down and you’ll have over 600 litres of boot space to play with.

The Sorento also offers a hybrid powertrain, so you don’t need to compromise on space to achieve a more efficient daily drive from your next Kia lease deal.

Browse our latest Kia Sorento lease deals

Finding your perfect seven-seater match

Whether you’re after electric efficiency with the Peugeot E-5008, premium luxury from Audi’s Q7, or honest value from the Dacia Jogger, there’s a seven-seater that fits your family’s needs and budget.

The key is knowing what matters most: is it maximum space, cutting-edge tech, environmental credentials, or simply getting the most car for your money?

The brilliant news is that seven-seater SUVs have never been more varied or capable.

From Swedish safety to German precision, budget brilliance to electric innovation, the perfect family hauler is out there, and it doesn’t have to break the bank or compromise on the features that matter most to you.