10 Largest SUVs for 2020

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The popularity of SUVs means there are lots of vehicles from which today’s shoppers can choose. There are also lots of options including all-wheel drive or four-wheel drive, second-row captain’s chairs for extra comfort, and even seating for up to nine passengers. Large SUVs also handle plenty of cargo both inside and outside with impressive tow ratings.

While there are varying amenities between SUVs, if cargo is your priority then it all comes down to how much you can fit inside. Here are the 10 largest SUVs you can buy based on total cargo room available behind the front seats.

2020 Ford Explorer

The Ford Explorer is newly redesigned for this model year with a fresh design, updated interior, and lots of room for cargo. There’s seating for up to seven passengers with 87.8 cubic feet behind the first row, 47.9 cubic feet behind the second row, and 18.2 cubic feet behind the third row. It can also tow up to 5,600 pounds when properly equipped.

The Explorer is a good choice for those who prioritize fuel economy, as it’s also offered in a hybrid variant with the same cargo capacity, though a slightly lower 5,000-pound maximum tow rating. Pricing for the 2020 Ford Explorer starts at $36,675, making it one of the more affordable of the largest SUVs for 2020. 

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2020 Toyota 4Runner

The 2020 Toyota 4Runner comes standard with two rows of seating providing room for five passengers. It’s also available with an optional third row that increases seating to seven passengers. It offers 9.0 cubic feet for cargo behind the third row, 47.2 cubic feet behind the second row, and a total of 89.7 cubic feet behind the front seats.

In addition to good interior room, the 4Runner can tow up to 5,000 pounds of additional cargo. It offers a choice of rear-wheel or four-wheel drive across a range of three trims. These include the TRD Off-Road for those who plan on doing more rugged adventuring. Pricing for the 2020 Toyota 4Runner starts at $36,120.

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2020 Chevrolet Tahoe

The 2020 Chevrolet Tahoe offers room for eight passengers, with the option for captain’s chairs that drop seating down to seven. The spacious interior offers up to 15.3 cubic feet for cargo behind the third row, 51.7 cubic feet behind the second row, and 94.7 cubic feet behind the front seats. It can also pull up to 8,600 pounds of additional cargo when properly equipped with the Max Trailering Package.

The Tahoe is offered in a range of three trim levels along with several special editions and a choice of either rear-wheel or four-wheel drive depending on your needs. Pricing starts at $49,295 with rear-wheel drive or $52,295 with four-wheel drive.

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2020 Nissan Armada

The Armada is the only Nissan entry on our list. It offers 16.5 cubic feet behind the third row, 49.9 cubic feet behind the second row, and 95.4 cubic feet behind the front seats with a tow rating of 8,500 pounds. This eight-passenger SUV is offered with a choice of rear-wheel or four-wheel drive and a well-equipped cabin.

It’s powered by a 5.6-liter V8 engine with 390 horsepower and 394 lb-ft of torque that lets the Armada easily get up to speed even when loaded with cargo or towing a heavy trailer. The 2020 Nissan Armada is available in a range of three trims priced from $47,100 to $63,530.

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2020 Volkswagen Atlas

The 2020 Volkswagen Atlas is a relatively affordable option for those in need of seating for up to seven passengers and plenty of cargo room. It has 20.6 cubic feet behind the third row, 55.5 cubic feet behind the second row, and 96.8 cubic feet behind the front seats, making it exceptional for those with large cargo needs. It can also tow up to 5,000 pounds when properly equipped.

The Atlas is available in a range of seven trims, which increases the chances there’s a version of the Atlas that perfectly suits your needs and your budget. It’s offered with either front-wheel or all-wheel drive and either a turbocharged 2.0-liter four-cylinder engine or a more powerful 3.6-liter V6. Pricing starts at just $31,545.

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2020 Chevrolet Traverse

The 2020 Chevrolet Traverse offers seating for eight passengers, or seven passengers with the optional second-row captain’s chairs. It has a large interior so it’s easy for everyone to spread out, and it makes the Traverse ideal for carrying cargo. There’s 23.0 cubic feet behind the third row, 57.8 cubic feet behind the second row, and 98.2 cubic feet behind the front seats. The Traverse expands its cargo capacity with the ability to tow up to 5,000 pounds.

Choose from front-wheel or all-wheel drive in a range of six trims. The Traverse is another great choice for families on a budget, with pricing starting at only $30,995.

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2020 Ford Expedition

The 2020 Ford Expedition is a large SUV with seating for up to eight passengers in an open and airy interior. There’s 19.3 cubic feet behind the third row, 63.6 cubic feet behind the second row, and 104.6 cubic feet behind the front seats. Even when it's fully loaded with passengers, there’s plenty of cargo room in the Expedition.

Adding to its cargo versatility is a tow rating of up to 9,300 pounds when equipped with the Heavy-Duty Trailer Tow Package. Those who want a bit more room can opt for the extended wheelbase Expedition Max with a maximum cargo capacity of up to 121.5 cubic feet. Pricing for the 2020 Ford Expedition starts at $52,810.

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2020 Toyota Sequoia

The 2020 Toyota Sequoia sits near the top of our list with an impressive amount of cargo capacity and seating for up to eight passengers. There’s 18.9 cubic feet behind the third row, 66.6 cubic feet behind the second row, and 120.1 cubic feet behind the front seats. The Sequoia also offers good towing capacity with a maximum rating of up to 7,400 pounds when properly equipped.

Offered in a range of five trims, there’s the option for rear-wheel or four-wheel drive on all but the 4WD-only off-road-focused TRD Pro — the first time this model is available on the Sequoia. Pricing for the 2020 Toyota Sequoia starts at $49,980.

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2020 GMC Yukon XL

The GMC Yukon earns a spot on our list of the 10 largest SUVs for 2020, but only as the long-wheelbase Yukon XL. It ties with its sister vehicle (the Chevrolet Suburban) for cargo room with 39.3 cubic feet behind the third row, 76.7 cubic feet behind the second row, and 121.7 cubic feet behind the front seats. It also has a maximum tow rating of up to 8,300 pounds. It offers seating for up to nine passengers with a roomy and upscale interior.

In addition to plenty of room for cargo or passengers and the ability to tow, the Yukon XL is available with a choice of either rear-wheel or four-wheel drive for added capability. Pricing for the 2020 GMC Yukon XL starts at $52,400.

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2020 Chevrolet Suburban

Tied for first at the top of our list of 10 largest SUVs is the 2020 Chevrolet Suburban. This SUV has a cavernous interior with room for up to eight passengers. There’s 39.3 cubic feet for cargo behind the third row, 76.7 cubic feet behind the second row, and 121.7 cubic feet behind the front seats. The Suburban offers plenty of room for cargo even with a full load of passengers.

This is also an SUV with great towing capability. It has a maximum tow rating of up to 8,300 pounds when equipped with the Max Trailering Package. Whether it’s interior space or towing, the Suburban is up to the task. Prices for the 2020 Chevrolet Suburban start at $52,095.

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