The SUVs and minivans with the roomiest third rows, according to Consumer Reports

These SUVs and minivans can comfortably fit seven or eight — and won't leave anyone complaining about getting stuck in the back row

It’s never fun to be squished into the cramped third row of a car. But some cars have surprisingly roomy rear seats.

Consumer Reports listed the SUVs and minivans it determined have the most spacious third rows. Continue reading to see which made the list 

Chrysler Pacifica Hybrid

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The Pacifica can seat seven or eight, depending on which model you buy, and in both models the third row is “wide enough that three adults can fit,” Consumer Reports said. Despite that, it still ranked last among their tests of three-row SUVs for overall performance.

"The Odyssey has more third-row space than every SUV except the Suburban/Yukon XL, although it does give up a few inches of third-row shoulder room compared with the Pacifica,” Consumer Reports said. It was the second choice for minivans.

Among midsized SUV, the Atlas has the best-sized third row. “Adults can comfortably fit in the third row as long as the adjustable second-row seats are moved forward by just a notch,” Consumer Reports said.

Among luxury midsized SUVs, Consumer Reports said the Lexus TX has the roomiest third row, with “enough headroom for average-sized adults.” It did warm that those above six feet will probably hit their heads on the ceiling, though.

Among large SUVs, the Wagoneer has the roomiest third row. “While the second row is quite spacious, it’s the roominess of the third row that impresses the most. The Wagoneer and more luxurious Grand Wagoneer have a third row that’s spacious enough for two adults to take a long trip without feeling like they’ve been relegated to a penalty box,” Consumer Reports said.

Consumer Reports also listed the 10 models with the worst third rows. They were:

Toyota $TM Highlander

Mercedes-Benz EQS SUV

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