If you are interested in getting your hands on a brand new mini van, there are many great choices out there. Whether you need a vehicle to haul heavy objects around or you are looking for a sleek car with plenty of room to carry passengers, there is a great option out there for you.
Toyota Sienna
The Toyota Sienna mini vans and vans 2023 is a great choice if you’re looking for a fuel-efficient, compact and affordable vehicle. It’s available with all-wheel drive and is a hybrid model. It’s also available with a seven-seat configuration and eight-seat configuration.
The Toyota Sienna’s all-wheel drive system adds a third electric motor in the rear axle. This makes the car a true hybrid. Combined, the vehicle returns 36 mpg in the EPA testing.
The Sienna is a fun to drive minivan. Its smooth ride and efficient handling make it a joy to drive, even over rough terrain. It has an efficient powertrain, and offers a number of safety features. These include blind-spot monitors, lane-tracing assist, and automatic emergency braking.
The Sienna is equipped with an optional four-zone automatic climate control. Buyers can add heated front seats. The XLE grade has a hands-free power liftgate. This model includes a 12-speaker JBL audio system. The top-of-the-line Limited and Platinum trim levels have two-tone interior trim.
Chrysler Pacifica
Chrysler Pacifica mini vans and vans are big, sleek and powerful. They are perfect for hauling people and their stuff. They come in both front-wheel and all-wheel drive, and they’re equipped with plenty of technology. There’s even an optional plug-in hybrid powertrain.
The Pacifica has a standard 3.6-liter V6 engine that makes 287 horsepower. This is enough to tow up to 3,600 pounds. The Pacifica also comes with a nine-speed automatic transmission. It can get an estimated 17 mpg in city driving and 25 mpg on the highway.
The Pacifica’s interior is spacious, comfortable, and well-equipped. It has a variety of seating options, including Stow n’ Go seats, which fold into the floor. It offers a lot of storage capacity, as well.
For a more luxurious experience, you can upgrade to the Touring L trim. This trim includes an in-car camera system, third-row window shades, and Luster Gray exterior wheels.
Kia Carnival
The new Kia Carnival is an all-new minivan, and it has a modern look and feel. It’s also a great family hauler. It’s also a top safety pick from the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety. It has a V6 engine, and it makes 290 horsepower and 262 pound-feet of torque.
The Carnival LX is the cheapest of the three trim levels. It has seating for eight and a power sliding rear door. The LX comes with an 8-inch touchscreen, rear parking sensors, a backup camera, USB ports and rear occupant alert.
The SX Prestige is a top of the line model. It has heated/ventilated second row seats, power folding mirrors, dual LED headlights and a 12.3-inch digital gauge cluster. It also has a blind spot view monitor, dual-pane powered sunroof, HomeLink garage door opener and a self-dimming rearview mirror.
Audi urbansphere concept
Audi has created a design study for the future of mini vans and vans, the Audi Urbansphere concept. The vehicle has an interesting design and offers a lot of high-tech features.
The Urbansphere concept has two electric motors that deliver a combined output of 395 hp. It also features a dual-motor all-wheel drive system, which allows it to pause the front motor in certain situations to boost efficiency. It can charge a 120 kWh battery, which can be used to drive more than 750 kilometers on a single charge.
The Urbansphere concept is based on the Volkswagen Group’s PPE platform, which is co-developed with Porsche. The platform is designed to power Audi’s upcoming electric vehicles. The car has a sweeping rear windshield, an upright tailgate, and a long wheelbase.
Mercedes-Benz Metris cargo and passenger vans
The Mercedes-Benz Metris is an ideal commercial van, whether it’s used for deliveries or construction. Compared to some of the other mid-sized vans, it’s a little smaller, but it’s still plenty of space.
It’s got a turbocharged 2.0-liter inline-four gas engine that produces 208 hp and 258 lb-ft of torque. This gives it the power to go from zero to 60 in just 8.5 seconds. It’s also very efficient, with a fuel consumption rating of just under 22 mpg on the highway. It also offers strong torque at low RPMs.
Aside from its power, the Metris also offers plenty of room. The cargo model is available in two wheelbase options. The Metris LWB van offers an additional 50 inches of cargo space in the rear.
