but when you've got little kids and even teens, you just can't beat the convenience and ease. Unless you need off-road capability you'll get the most bang for your buck by testing the minivans and picking the one you like the most.

Find ways to get excited about features like extra cup holders, built in vacuums, or plentiful USB ports because the underpowered V6 or 4-cylinder won't be anything to write home about.