Looking for a family-friendly vehicle that won’t blow your budget? Minivans offer space, safety and comfort — and some of the best models now start under $40,000.
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To determine the best minivans overall, Consumer Reports weighed a number of variables, including a road test rating (determined by driving experience, cabin comfort and usability), reliability and owner satisfaction. These are the models that received high scores — and that won’t break the bank.
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2025 Kia Carnival
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Starting MSRP: $36,800
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Overall score (out of 100): 79
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Road test rating (out of 100): 83
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Predicted reliability (out of 100): 68
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Predicted owner satisfaction (out of 5): 3
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MPG: 21
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2025 Toyota Sienna
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Starting MSRP: $39,485
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Overall score (out of 100): 77
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Road test rating (out of 100): 84
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Predicted reliability (out of 100): 57
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Predicted owner satisfaction (out of 5): 4
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MPG: 36
2025 Chrysler Voyager
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Starting MSRP: $39,995
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Overall score (out of 100): 69
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Road test rating (out of 100): 81
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Predicted reliability (out of 100): 42
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Predicted owner satisfaction (out of 5): 2
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MPG: 21
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