Best People Movers
1.Kia Carnival
8.5
4 badges available
$50,150 - $76,210*MRLP
What we love
- -Comfier ride, sharper handling
- -Frugal diesel powertrain
- -Impressive technology worthy of a premium brand
What we don't
- -Only one hybrid option and it’s not here yet
- -Price rises mean it’s no longer a sub-$50K car
- -Most of the cool stuff is only offered on the higher grades
2 badges available
$114,449 - $143,809*MRLP
What we love
- -Premium cabin and quality seating throughout
- -It is expensive, but does feel like it can justify the money
- -Engine and gearbox combo makes it surprisingly enjoyable to drive
What we don't
- -Can be a little harsh in terms of ride comfort fully laden
- -Pricing will make it difficult for some potential buyers to justify
- -Will need some more tech upgrades to keep pace
3.Lexus LM
7.9
2 badges available
$160,272 - $220,272*MRLP
What we love
- -Interior fit-out and spaciousness
- -Seats are sublime
- -Fuel efficiency is great for such a big car
What we don't
- -Second-row seats don't fully recline
- -Ride quality falls short of luxury intentions
- -Luggage space is tiny with all three rows in place
4.Hyundai STARIA
7.7
2 badges available
$49,500 - $67,500*MRLP
What we love
- -Loads of space and storage
- -Long list of safety features
- -Manoeuvrable for a vehicle of this size
What we don't
- -No ISOFIX in third row, baby-seat anchors are hard to reach
- -Fuel consumption will be high
- -Tailgate should be electric
5.Volkswagen Caravelle
7.5
1 badge available
$69,290 - $69,290*MRLP
What we love
- -Good drivetrain with adequate punch empty or full
- -nine seats for adults
- -easy to walk through
- -good fuel consumption on test
What we don't
- -No curtain airbag protection for the rear occupants
- -boot room a little limited for a big bus
- -seats can't be slid but can be moved
6.Volkswagen Multivan
7.5
2 badges available
$72,290 - $95,690*MRLP
What we love
- -Undeniably charming take on the humble people mover
- -Smooth, quiet and efficient diesel power
- -Versatile van-like interior space
What we don't
- -Drivetrain lacks composure in some situations
- -Although comfortable, not all will like the van-like drive and ride experience
- -No AM radio seems like a faux pas
8.Volkswagen Caddy
7.1
4 badges available
$40,990 - $64,090*MRLP
What we love
- -The petrol engine is punchy and refined
- -Excellent ride quality... for a van
- -Cabin niceties an improvement, but...
What we don't
- -... still lacks the quality of a Golf for similar money
- -Missing key safety technologies
- -And no ANCAP safety rating
2 badges available
$93,790 - $103,790*MRLP
What we love
- -Slept our family of four wonderfully
- -Can be a good five-seat family car when not camping
- -Nicely integrated auxiliary electronics
What we don't
- -No fridge or kitchenette
- -It's undoubtedly expensive
- -Not a seven-seater any more
10.LDV MIFA 9
6.9
3 badges available
$104,000 - $129,000*MRLP
What we love
- -Second row is comfortable and spacious
- -Real world driving range over 400km
- -Five-star safety rating
What we don't
- -The price
- -Ride and handling
- -Interior quality and presentation
Drive's Best Cars
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* ‘MRLP’ is the manufacturer’s recommended list price as provided by our data provider and is subject to change, so is provided to you for indicative purposes only. Please note that MRLP is inclusive of GST, but is exclusive of any options and does not include on-road costs such as registration, CTP, stamp duty and dealer delivery. Where an MRLP is stated as a price range, this reflects the lowest to highest MRLP provided for that model range across the available variants.
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