Top 10 Used Minivans

Is your family outgrowing your car, truck, or SUV? If so, it might be time to consider a minivan. Before you cringe with dread, you should know that the stereotypical minivan is long gone, thanks to manufacturers like Honda, Toyota, Nissan, and Kia redesigning their family-friendly vans for a modern and sleek look. Don’t believe us? Visit the team here at Dan Cummins Chevrolet Buick, your local used minivan dealer, to see for yourself. Until then, here’s a list of the top 10 used minivans that offer the most comfort and the best bang for your buck!

#1 2015 Honda Odyssey

The 2015 Honda Odyssey is our top choice of used minivans thanks to its many comfort and tech features as well as its performance and handling. The model comes in five trim levels that offer a range of technology features like Bluetooth capability, a rearview camera, and an 8-in infotainment display. Higher-level trim options include satellite radio and safety features like Forward Collision Warning and Lane Departure Warning. The Odyssey also has a class-leading 5-star safety score and was named a top safety pick by the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety. As for performance, it delivers an impressive 248 horsepower without sacrificing fuel economy, with an average of 19 MPG in the city and 28 MPG on the highway.

#2 2012 Toyota Sienna

The 2012 Sienna earns high praise for its all-wheel drive option, safety, and tech features, and spacious third-row seating. The standard engine delivers 187 horsepower and an average fuel economy of 19 MPG in the city and 24 MPG on the highway. The SE trim option boasts a V6 engine that delivers 265 horsepower and averages 18 MPG in the city and 25 MPG on the highway. Another selling point is the adult-sized third-row and one of the largest cargo areas available at 150 cu.ft. Other notable features include Bluetooth, adaptive cruise control, a rear-seat entertainment system, and forward collision warning.

#3 2010 Kia Sedona

Kia gives families looking for an affordable minivan with a generous array of standard features exactly what they want with the 2010 Kia Sedona. Under the hood is a 3.8-liter V6 engine that delivers 244 horsepower and an average fuel economy of 17 MPG in the city and 23 MPG on the highway. While the engine could deliver more power, this might be a small price to pay considering the Sedona’s impressive list of standard features. These features include satellite radio, cruise control, and power windows with available upgrades like navigation and a rear-seat DVD entertainment system.

#4 2017 Chrysler Pacifica

One of the nicest used minivans you’ll find on our list is the 2017 Chrysler Pacifica, which was named Best Minivan for the Money by US News & World Report. Its spacious interior offers comfortable seating for seven and convenient Stow ‘n Go seats that make hauling cargo incredibly easy. It also handles surprisingly well for a minivan thanks to its 3.6-liter V6 engine and automatic transmission that deliver 287 horsepower and an average fuel economy of 18 MPG in the city and 28 MPG on the highway. Other notable features include the standard rearview camera with available upgrades like navigation, a rear-seat entertainment system, and a larger 8.4-in touchscreen display.

#5 2010 Volkswagen Routan

Volkswagen makes our list with the 2010 Routan minivan, which offers a plush interior and seating for seven. Since performance is lacking on the base model, you’ll want to look for a Routan with the upgraded 4.0-liter V6 engine that delivers 251 horsepower and an average fuel economy of 17 MPG in the city and 25 MPG on the highway. Beyond its powertrain, the Routan boasts several impressive standard features like cruise control and tri-zone climate control with higher-level trim options, including enhanced comfort, convenience, and tech features like navigation, Bluetooth, and a rear-seat entertainment system.

#6 2014 Mazda Mazda5

The 2014 Mazda5 doesn’t look or perform like a typical minivan thanks to its sporty design and a four-cylinder engine. Aside from being fun to drive, it gets outstanding gas mileage with an average of 22 MPG in the city and 28 MPG on the highway. The Mazda5 also boasts a spacious interior with plenty of room for adults in the first and second rows and children in the third row. However, cargo space is limited, but the Mazda5 more than makes up for it with its nimble and sporty handling.

#7 2013 Chrysler Town & Country

The second Chrysler to make the list is the 2013 Town & Country. The model’s biggest selling point for families is its standard rear-seat DVD system that makes traveling with young children easier by providing hours of entertainment. The minivan’s Stow n’ Go seating is also noteworthy since the third-row seats fold flat into the floor to expand the cargo area to a maximum of 144.2 cu.ft. These features along with its responsive handling and standard options like the power liftgate, the Chrysler Uconnect touchscreen infotainment system, and leather seats add to the Town & Country’s attractiveness.

#8 2009 Dodge Grand Caravan

The 2009 Dodge Grand Caravan is the oldest minivan to make the list, but it offers plenty of power and features for families looking for an affordable option. The Grand Caravan features a configurable interior with flat-folding Stow n’ Go seats and Swivel ‘n Go Seats, the latter of which turn to face the third row.

#9 2016 Nissan Quest

The Quest finds itself near the bottom of our list because of its low safety scores. Despite this, the Quest earned high marks for its reliability, fuel economy, and spacious interior. Offering seating for seven, the Quest comes in four trim levels that offer a progressive list of features like keyless entry, push-button start, cruise control, Bluetooth, satellite radio, leather seats, and a power liftgate. These features, along with a fuel economy of 20 MPG in the city and 27 MPG on the highway, make the Quest an attractive purchase for families loyal to the Nissan brand.

#10 2016 Ford Transit Connect

Families looking for an alternative to a traditional minivan should consider the 2016 Ford Transit Connect. With available seating for two to seven, this van offers exceptional room for passengers and cargo as well as a variety of convenience features like rain-sensing windshield wipers, heated front seats, navigation, parking sensors, and more. The van comes standard with a 2.5-liter four-cylinder engine and 6-speed automatic transmission that can be upgraded to a turbocharged 1.6-liter engine that delivers 178 horsepower. Add with the combined fuel economy of 25 MPG; it’s easy to see why families look to Ford for a minivan alternative.

Test Drive a Minivan Today at Dan Cummins

There are so many options to consider when buying a used minivan—mileage, condition, car history, number of owners, and more. If you feel overwhelmed by your options or simply want more information, we encourage you to reach out to the team here at Dan Cummins Chevrolet Buick in Paris, KY. We’re here to answer any questions you have, and we’ll help your family find the right vehicle for your everyday needs.

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