Seven seats, less gas.
Nine electrified three-row models from seven brands in the network. Compare them by powertrain, then request information from the dealership that suits you.
- Electric, hybrid or plug-in hybrid. Three separate groups so you can compare like with like.
- Official figures. Range and fuel consumption from Natural Resources Canada, model year 2026.
- Seats checked by trim. On some models, moving up a trim means losing a seat.
Fully electric
Three new electric SUVs in the network have a full third row. Range: maximum official Natural Resources Canada rating, model year 2026.
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2026 Hyundai IONIQ 9 7 seats standard, or 6 The longest range of the three, and the lowest official energy consumption. 539 kmrange, up to Get my price All Hyundai models > -
2026 Mercedes-Benz EQS SUV Up to 7 seats, optional third row Full size, with the level of finish to match. 510 kmrange, up to Get my price All Mercedes-Benz models > -
2026 Kia EV9 6 or 7 seats depending on trim The entry point to seven-seat electric vehicles. 573 litres of cargo space behind the third row. 491 kmrange, up to Get my price All Kia models >
Hybrids, no plugging in
The battery recharges while driving. Official combined fuel consumption from Natural Resources Canada, model year 2026.
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2026 Kia Carnival HEV 7 or 8 seats Sliding doors and a low floor: the most convenient for three children and a car seat. 7.2 Lper 100 km Get my price All Kia models > -
2026 Hyundai Palisade Hybrid 7 or 8 seats A large three-row SUV with all-wheel drive and no outlet to install. 8.1 Lper 100 km Get my price All Hyundai models >
Plug-in hybrids
With a full battery, they drive on electricity first. Official electric range from Natural Resources Canada, model year 2026.
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2026 Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV 7 seats (5+2) The longest electric range among the network’s seven-seaters. An occasional-use third row. 72 kmon electricity Get my price All Mitsubishi models > -
2026 Nissan Rogue Plug-in Hybrid 7 seats 9.1 L per 100 km once the battery is depleted. 61 kmon electricity Get my price All Nissan models > -
2026 Volvo XC90 T8 Up to 7 seats 8.9 L per 100 km once the battery is depleted. 53 kmon electricity Get my price All Volvo models > -
2026 Mazda CX-90 PHEV 7 or 8 seats 9.2 L per 100 km once the battery is depleted. 43 kmon electricity Get my price All Mazda models >
9 electrified models with seven or more seats, from seven brands in the network.
Six or seven seats: two questions to ask
You cannot decide from a specification sheet. You decide by sitting inside, with the children and the car seat.
- A car seat in the second row? With two captain’s chairs, the centre aisle stays clear so a child can climb into the back independently. With a bench, you need to tilt it each time.
- Seven people every week, or three times a year? For a few outings a year, a seven-seat layout with a second-row bench is enough. For teenagers every week, captain’s chairs are worth the seat they replace.
- What about cargo space? With the third row up, there is less than you might think: 573 litres in the Kia EV9, compared with 1,233 litres with the row folded.
The difference that changes your fuel bill
A hybrid does not plug in: it saves fuel without changing your habits. A plug-in hybrid drives on electricity first, for 43 to 72 km depending on the model, then becomes a gas vehicle again. Plugged in every night, it is hard to beat. Never plugged in, it uses more fuel than a regular hybrid.
- An outlet at home and less than 50 km a day. A plug-in hybrid.
- No outlet, lots of driving. A hybrid, or electric if charging is simple for you.
A test drive with the passengers who will sit in the back
It is the only honest way to judge a third row. Tell us the model: the dealership will call you about a test drive.
Frequently asked questions about 7-passenger SUVs
How many seven-seat electric SUVs are in the network?
Three: the 2026 Hyundai IONIQ 9, the 2026 Mercedes-Benz EQS SUV and the 2026 Kia EV9. The network’s other fully electric SUVs have only two rows.
Does the Kia Sorento hybrid have seven seats?
No. Kia Canada lists six seats, with captain’s chairs, for the 2026 Sorento hybrid and plug-in hybrid. Seating must be checked by trim.
Do seven seats mean room for seven adults?
Not always. In the Outlander PHEV, the third row is for occasional use (5+2); in the Carnival and Palisade, it is considerably roomier. A test drive with your actual passengers is the only way to decide.
Do I need a charging station for a plug-in hybrid?
No: a regular 120-volt outlet charges overnight, but slowly. A 240-volt charging station makes a real difference if your daily trip approaches the vehicle’s electric range.
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