Standard Minivan

The Bottom Line: Even with a redesign, the 2008 Honda Odyssey looks like a minivan from the last century, and its cabin tech barely gets it into this one. But it offers practical and economical transportation for a lot of people.

Specs: Van, Touring, Gas

The Bottom Line: The 2007 Chrysler Town & Country does what minivans are supposed to do--carry people and cargo from point A to point B--but it's unlikely the driver will enjoy the trip, as the car's cabin gadgets are merely functional.

Specs: Van, Touring, Gas

The Bottom Line: The 2006 Nissan Quest lets form trump function too often to be a market success. It drives nicely and maximizes space, but the interior falls short in so many minor ways that it adds up to a major drawback.

Specs: van, 3.5 SE, Gas

The Bottom Line: The 2006 Dodge Grand Caravan SXT hits the trifecta for tech options, including cell phone integration, navigation, and MP3 playback, but the implementation isn't always top-notch. Mediocre performance, handling, and fuel economy add to this car's compromises.

Specs: van, SXT, Gas

The Bottom Line: The 2006 Honda Odyssey EX-L is well set up for long trips with kids, getting decent highway mileage for a minivan, offering good in-cabin entertainment options, and keeping the driver informed with navigation.

Specs: van, Touring, Gas

Specs: Coupe/Hatchback, Gas

Specs: minivan, XLE Limited 7 Passenger, Gas

Specs: van, 2500 118 WB, Diesel

Specs: van, SXT, Gas

Specs: van, 3500 LS, Gas