The 7-seater SUV appeals to Belgian families, but many are let down: on most models, the third row only suits children and the boot vanishes the moment it's deployed. This comparison separates the real 7-seaters from the disguised 5+2s.
Direct verdict: in electric, the Kia EV9 is the only one offering a third row usable by adults. In petrol/hybrid, the Skoda Kodiaq remains the rational choice for a Belgian family.
Method
| Criterion | Source |
|---|---|
| Third-row habitability | 2025–2026 press tests (adult vs child seating) |
| Boot | Manufacturer volume in 7-seat AND 5-seat |
| Price | BE list June 2026, excluding options |
| Tax | Private + BE company car 2026 |
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Electric 7-seater SUVs
Kia EV9 — the only true electric 7-seater
The third row genuinely seats adults on a medium trip, which is rare in this segment. Controlled claimed consumption (19.5 kWh/100 km WLTP), good expected residual value, a decent boot (333 L) even in 7-seat mode. It's the choice if 7-seat versatility is real and not occasional.
Peugeot e-5008 — the cheapest
The only electric 7-seater under ~€55,000, with a 502 km WLTP range. Watch out: the boot drops to 259 L once the third row is up — it fills fast on holiday.
Other models genuinely available in BE in 2026: VW ID. Buzz LWB (modularity), Hyundai Ioniq 9, Tesla Model Y (third row optional +€2,500, but clearly for children).
Petrol and hybrid 7-seater SUVs
The large premium 7-seater SUVs — Peugeot 5008, Skoda Kodiaq, Seat Tarraco, Kia Sorento — all show entry prices between €35,000 and €50,000 in 2026. The Honda CR-V hybrid plays the modularity card: available in 5 or 7 seats, with a generous 497-litre boot in 5-seat mode.
The Skoda Kodiaq stands out for its value, interior space and overall balance — a solid choice for large families.
Comparison table
| Model | Powertrain | BE price from | Third row | Boot (7 seats) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kia EV9 | Electric | ~€65,000 | Adults | 333 L |
| Peugeot e-5008 | Electric | ~€52,000 | Children/teens | 259 L |
| Skoda Kodiaq | Petrol/mild hybrid | ~€38,000 | Children | ~270 L |
| Peugeot 5008 | Hybrid | ~€40,000 | Children/teens | ~260 L |
| Honda CR-V Hybrid | Full hybrid | ~€45,000 | Occasional | 497 L (5 seats) |
Indicative BE list prices, June 2026, excluding options.
Verdict
Family with a regular third row + home charger: Kia EV9.
Contained budget, occasional third row: Skoda Kodiaq or Honda CR-V hybrid.
Company car: favour electric — in 2026, only 0 g CO₂ remain 100% deductible.
Sources: 7-seater SUV press tests 2025–2026, manufacturer data (WLTP range, boot volumes), BE dealer list prices June 2026. Prices exclude options.
Frequently asked questions
The Kia EV9: it's the only one offering a third row genuinely usable by adults, with good residual value and controlled consumption (19.5 kWh/100 km WLTP). The Peugeot e-5008 is the cheaper alternative (under ~€55,000) but its boot drops to 259 L once the third row is up.
The Skoda Kodiaq for value and space, the Peugeot 5008 for design and modularity, the Kia Sorento for finish. All three start between €35,000 and €50,000 in 2026.
Rarely. Most drop below 300 L in 7-seat configuration — enough for a few bags, not the luggage of 7 people. The Honda CR-V hybrid (497 L in 5-seat) and the larger models keep a usable boot once the third row is folded.
To carry 7 people regularly with luggage, an MPV is still more efficient on volume. The 7-seater SUV makes sense if the third row is occasional and you want the high driving position and the SUV look.
We dig through the Belgian market data — TÜV reliability, real-world ADAC consumption, company-car taxation, list prices — to call it straight. No brand pays us.