[cwbrandsma]

My problem is seats. Ideally I want a vehicle that sits 8 people (minimum is 7) -- and not cost a small fortune. So, for the time being electrics are out of the running for me. I'll check back in 10 years when most of my kids have moved out.

[thinkling]

Might be worth looking at the hybrid Chrysler Pacifica as a compromise.

I thought the Voltec drivetrain would be great in a minivan, but apparently GM engineers say it won't work in heavier cars [0].

[0] https://www.autoblog.com/2010/04/22/gms-randd-head-says-volt...

[stevenwoo]

Isn't your eligible list of vehicles tiny - 7 seater? Forget not costing a small fortune, off the top of my head a Mercedes Sprinter van and Chevy Suburban are not cheap to buy or run.

[thinkling]

Every minivan is a 7-seater (2 + 2 + 3) and many bigger SUVs are, as well.