In this age of crossover SUVs, large and small, minivans are still very popular with families, and for good reasons. They are alwasy focused at one need only - family transport, and have almost become a second name for family transport.

Minivans have plenty of room (especially the third row seating). Their floor is low enough for kids to hop on. They are more fuel effeicient that SUVs and types.

The best minivan: Honda Odyssey EX (costs less over time, full featured,  safe, fuel efficient, and good to drive)

The best roomy minivan:  Honda Odyssey EX-L (more room, leather interiros, a bit more costly)

The best minivan upgrade: Honda Odyssey Touring Elite (even has an exclusive onboard vacuum system!)

The best minivan for people without kids:  Kia Sedona EX (looks more like a car or crossover than a minivan)

The best affordable minivan:  Dodge Grand Caravan SE (functional)

The best minivan for snow and dirt handling (AWD): 2016 Toyota Sienna LE AWD (with Driver Easy Speak feature, so youi can talk to the kids in third row)