Short answer
Most towing: Expedition (up to 9,600 lb), then Durango (8,700 lb), Tahoe and Suburban (8,400 lb). Most cargo: Suburban (144.5 cu ft). Most seats: Traverse (up to 8).
Bring the car seats and the gear and try them on the same visit.
Side by side
| Max towing | Cargo (max listed) | Seats / power listed | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Chevrolet Traverse (2027) | 5,000 lb standard with included equipment | 98 cu ft | Up to 8; 328 hp |
| Chevrolet Tahoe (2027) | 8,400 lb | 122.7 cu ft | — |
| Chevrolet Suburban (2027) | 8,400 lb | 144.5 cu ft | — |
| Ford Explorer (2027) | 5,000 lb | 85.8 cu ft (Active, ST-Line) | Up to 7; 400 hp 3.0L EcoBoost V6 |
| Ford Expedition (2027) | 9,600 lb (4x4, HD Trailer Tow) | 108.5 cu ft (123.1 MAX) | 440 hp 3.5L EcoBoost H.O. |
| Dodge Durango (2026) | 8,700 lb (GT HEMI V8, Tow 'n Go) | 85.1 cu ft | 475 hp 6.4L HEMI V8 |
How to choose
- Heavy camper: Expedition, Durango, Tahoe or Suburban, checking the exact tow package.
- Max cargo behind row three: Suburban or Expedition MAX.
- Eight seats, crossover ride: Traverse.
- Three rows, easier parking: Explorer.
Fit test
See choosing an SUV around passengers and cargo.
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A local next step
Swant Graber Motors (Chevrolet, Ram, Dodge) is at 1690 E Division Ave, 715-537-5657. Swant Graber Ford is across Highway 8 at 1697 E Division Ave, 715-537-9500. Barron, WI 54812. Send your question or the vehicle details before you visit and the right person will be ready. Shop new and used inventory.
Short answer
Count the seats you use every week, then check cargo space behind the last row you'll actually use. If you tow, add the trailer.
Then drive two or three candidates back to back. Chevrolet, Ford and Dodge SUVs are all on our Highway 8 campus.
Seats first
Car seats change everything. Bring them. Check how the second row folds or slides to reach the third, and whether you can do it with one hand.
Cargo with the seats in use
Max cargo figures assume rows folded. If you'll carry six people and hockey bags, look at cargo behind the third row.
Towing
Towing ratings vary by engine and package. Check the exact vehicle. See the towing worksheet.
Compare the families' SUVs
See three-row SUVs compared for Traverse, Tahoe, Suburban, Explorer, Expedition and Durango side by side.
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More questions
What's the best family SUV for Barron County?
It depends on seats, cargo and towing. Count the seats you use weekly, check cargo behind that row, and check towing on the exact vehicle.
Questions
Which three-row SUV tows the most?
Of those we sell, the Ford Expedition lists up to 9,600 lb (4x4, Heavy-Duty Trailer Tow Package), then the Dodge Durango at 8,700 lb and the Tahoe and Suburban at 8,400 lb.
