The Best 8-Seater SUVs

Got a lot of people to move and a lot of things to carry? An eight-seater SUV might be just what you need. From mainstream value propositions to big, luxurious barges, these SUVs offer genuine seating for eight passengers across three rows of seats.

It's important to keep in mind that eight-seat configurations are often only available as part of a specific trim level for a given model. On some vehicles, the eight-passenger seating can only be found on the base or lower trim levels. In others, it may be an optional feature that must be ordered from the factory. We've noted which ones are the case below, but if you're looking for a top-of-the-line SUV, it's worth verifying on the manufacturer's website, or asking the salesperson at the dealership, just to be certain. Many customers prefer the seven-seat configurations with captain's chairs for the second row, so you might not always find the eight-seat versions in a dealer's inventory.

2025 Kia Telluride

With sharp looks, excellent driving manners, and a wealth of cabin tech and safety features, the Kia Telluride is our pick for the best eight-seater SUV. Its boxy, upright design also offers expansive rear headroom for both second- and third-row passengers. The Telluride is relatively affordable, too, with prices starting in the upper $30,000s.

8-seat SUV on all trims? Standard on LX and EX
Edmunds Rating: 8.4 (out of 10)
Starting MSRP, including destination: $37,555

2025 Jeep Wagoneer

Stellantis, Jeep's corporate parent, might've tried to spin Wagoneer off into a stand-alone brand, but one look at this large squared-off SUV and it's clear: This thing's all Jeep. While the Wagoneer is big, bold and luxurious, it's still a Jeep at its core. That means that in addition to offering different drive modes with varying levels of off-road capabilities, you get a nicely appointed interior with generous accommodations for folks in all three rows of seats. If the standard Wagoneer won't cut it for the amount of people and cargo that you need to haul, Jeep also offers the Wagoneer L and upscale Grand Wagoneer L, which feature a 7-inch-longer wheelbase and significantly more cargo capacity.

8-seat SUV on all trims? Standard on base, optional on others
Edmunds Rating: not rated
Starting MSRP, including destination: $61,945

2025 GMC Yukon

You can't go wrong with any of General Motors' full-size body-on-frame SUVs, but the GMC Yukon is our favorite. Not only does it look the coolest, but the butched-up AT4 trim gives this big SUV an impressive stance. The standard 5.3-liter V8 offers plenty of grunt, though GMC will let you upgrade to either a 6.2-liter V8 or a torquey 3.0-liter turbodiesel inline-six. You can even outfit the Yukon with GM's fantastic Super Cruise hands-free highway driving assistance technology. GMC also continues to offer the longer Yukon XL, which features a 13-inch-longer wheelbase for expanded interior space. 2025 models score refreshed exterior styling that includes a new front fascia and grille, along with redesigned headlights.

8-seat SUV on all trims? Standard on all trims except Denali and Denali Ultimate
Edmunds Rating: 7.6 (out of 10)
Starting MSRP, including destination: $68,895

2025 Chevrolet Suburban

The Chevrolet Suburban has been a mainstay in the full-size SUV space for decades, and the new 'Burb is better than ever. It features the same excellent powertrains that motivate the Yukon XL, its GMC-badged twin, along with plenty of driver assistance tech and — most importantly — a massive amount of space inside. 2025 models are outfitted with a new 17.7-inch infotainment display as standard.

8-seat SUV on all trims? Standard on all trims except Premiere and High Country
Edmunds Rating: 7.6 (out of 10)
Starting MSRP, including destination: $63,495

2025 Toyota Grand Highlander

The Toyota Grand Highlander builds on the template established by the standard Highlander and turns everything up a notch. Its larger dimensions mean the Grand Highlander has more space inside, with legitimate seating for up to eight passengers. A punchy turbocharged engine is equipped as standard, but the available hybrid powertrain is also worth considering — especially since it achieves an impressive EPA-estimated 36 mpg combined.

8-seat SUV on all trims? Optional on all trims
Edmunds Rating: 8.2 (out of 10)
Starting MSRP, including destination: $42,310

2025 Honda Pilot

Strong V6 power and a nicely tuned chassis make the standard Pilot effortless and enjoyable to drive, while the available TrailSport model adds all-terrain tires and a robust all-wheel-drive system. Even if you never use that light off-road capability, the Pilot TrailSport remains comfortable while still looking the part. The range-topping Black Edition is new for 2025 and dresses up the Pilot with blacked-out exterior trim elements as well as red accents in the cabin.

8-seat SUV on all trims? Optional on all trims except TrailSport
Edmunds Rating: 7.9 (out of 10)
Starting MSRP, including destination: $41,595

2025 Lincoln Navigator

Super plush, posh, and packed with technology, the Lincoln Navigator embodies American luxury and continues to be a mainstay in the full-size luxury SUV space. A gutsy twin-turbo V6 engine provides serious punch and authoritative passing power, while the optional BlueCruise technology enables you to drive this eight-passenger SUV hands-free on premapped stretches of highway. 2025 models score a new 48-inch panoramic infotainment display that spans the length of the dash, along with updated styling at the front and rear of the vehicle. Comfy, cozy, and oh-so serene to drive, it doesn't get much nicer than a Navigator.

8-seat SUV on all trims? Optional on all trims
Edmunds Rating: not rated
Starting MSRP, including destination: $101,990

2025 Land Rover Defender 130

If you love the idea of packing all your friends into your SUV and climbing a mountain, the Land Rover Defender is worth considering. Although Land Rover sells the Defender in a few styles, including two-door 90 and four-door 110 configurations, the stretched-out three-row 130 is the only model that can seat eight. Yeah, the rear overhang does look a little awkward, but good luck tackling ultra-tough trails in the other SUVs on this list.

8-seat SUV on all trims? All Defender 130 models except for Outbound trim
Edmunds Rating: 7.9 (out of 10)
Starting MSRP, including destination: $71,325