Let's check out the Minivans at the 2025 Chicago Auto Show
Which One is Right for You?
If you’re in the market for a minivan, you don’t have endless options—just four real choices. The challenge? Finding the one that fits your family’s needs without overpaying or making a regret-filled purchase.
After checking them out at the Chicago Auto Show 2025, here’s our breakdown of what works—and what doesn’t.
🚫 Chrysler Pacifica – Just Say No
We’ll be blunt: If reliability and value matter to you, skip this one. The Pacifica has a cheap interior and questionable reliability—two things you don’t want in a family hauler.
✅ Honda Odyssey – The Practical Choice
If you want a no-frills, reliable minivan, the Honda Odyssey is it.
☑️ Classic minivan design with smart, flexible seating
☑️ Up to 10% off MSRP with the right negotiation
☑️ Built to last—you won’t be stuck in the shop
💰 Best for: Families who want a dependable, practical, and affordable minivan.
⚡ VW ID. Buzz – The Cool, But Impractical Pick
This EV minivan is all about style and nostalgia—not practicality.
☑️ Retro design, modern tech
☑️ Fun to drive but not the most functional
☑️ If you want it, you already know you want it
💰 Best for: Buyers who love the look and aren’t worried about range or price.
😎 Kia Carnival – The Minivan in Disguise
Kia won’t call it a minivan, but let’s be honest—it is.
☑️ Loaded with tech & luxury features
☑️ More stylish than your average minivan
☑️ Reliability? TBD. Kia’s long-term track record is still developing.
💰 Best for: Parents who want the function of a minivan but refuse to admit they need one.
🔥 Toyota Sienna – The Best All-Around Pick
If hybrid efficiency or all-wheel drive is on your wishlist, the Toyota Sienna is unbeatable.
☑️ Best resale value of any minivan
☑️ Standard hybrid powertrain = great fuel economy
☑️ Only minivan with AWD—perfect for winter driving
💰 Best for: Families who want hybrid efficiency, AWD capability, and long-term value.
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