The Best 8 Seater Cars
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If you're looking for the best 8-seater cars in Australia, you've got some solid choices. Kia Carnival and Honda Odyssey offer spacious interiors for families.
Hyundai Palisade and Nissan Pathfinder provide advanced technology and safety features. The Toyota LandCruiser Prado and Mitsubishi Pajero Sport are great for off-road adventures.
Meanwhile, the Ford Everest and Mazda CX-9 deliver versatility and practicality. There's more to discover if you're curious about these models' unique features.
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Kia Carnival
While the Toyota LandCruiser Prado impresses with its off-road prowess, the Kia Carnival offers a different kind of appeal for those seeking an 8-seater vehicle. The best news is that you can driveaway from as little as $299 a week. The Kia Carnival is one of our most popular models, so you need to be quick.
You’ll appreciate its spacious interior and clever design, which prioritize comfort and convenience. The Carnival’s sliding doors make it easy to load passengers, especially in tight spaces.
Inside, you’ll find generous legroom for all three rows, ensuring everyone’s comfortable on long journeys. The advanced infotainment system keeps you connected and entertained.
Plus, the Carnival’s smooth ride and efficient engine make it a practical choice for daily commutes or family road trips across Australia.
Toyota LandCruiser Prado
Why choose the Toyota LandCruiser Prado for your next 8-seater vehicle? It's simple: reliability and off-road capability. You’ll appreciate its proven durability, making it perfect for family adventures or rugged terrains.
The Prado doesn’t just offer seating; it provides comfort with ample legroom and premium materials. You'll enjoy its robust safety features like lane departure alerts and adaptive cruise control, ensuring peace of mind on every journey.
Plus, the powerful engine delivers exceptional performance without compromising fuel efficiency. With its timeless design and exceptional resale value, the LandCruiser Prado stands out as a top choice for families.
Hyundai Staria
Hyundai’s van-style people mover stands out with its futuristic looks and roomy interior, all packed into a vehicle that’s easy to drive. The eight-seat Staria comes in both two-wheel and all-wheel drive, with petrol or diesel options. Some models even come with handy electric sliding doors.
With advanced technology features, staying connected and entertained on long drives is a breeze.
The Staria’s long list of safety features, and 5 star ANCAPP rating ensure peace of mind.
You'll also find the premium feel of its interior materials and finishes adds a touch of luxury to your driving experience. Weekly rates start from $399/wk.
Honda Odyssey
Switching gears from the Hyundai Staria, Honda Odyssey presents itself as another strong contender in the 8-seater category for Australian buyers. You’ll appreciate its sleek design and spacious interior, providing a comfortable ride for both short and long journeys.
The Odyssey's flexible seating configurations let you maximize space, making it perfect for family adventures or carpools. It offers a smooth driving experience with reliable performance and fuel efficiency, which means fewer stops at the pump.
Safety features like collision mitigation and lane-keeping assist ensure peace of mind. If you're seeking a blend of style and practicality, the Odyssey's worth considering.
Mitsubishi Pajero Sport
Why consider the Mitsubishi Pajero Sport for your next 8-seater car in Australia? It combines rugged capability with elegant design, perfect for both city drives and off-road adventures.
Its powerful engine ensures a smooth, responsive ride, while the spacious interior keeps everyone comfortable.
You’ll appreciate the advanced safety features that keep your loved ones secure, and the intuitive infotainment system that entertains on long journeys.
The Pajero Sport’s versatile seating allows for easy configuration, adapting to your family’s needs.
Plus, its fuel efficiency is an added bonus, making it a smart choice for your next family adventure vehicle.
Nissan Pathfinder
After exploring the rugged elegance of the Mitsubishi Pajero Sport, consider the Nissan Pathfinder for its blend of versatility and comfort in an 8-seater configuration. You’ll appreciate its roomy interior, perfect for family adventures or carpooling.
The Pathfinder offers a smooth ride and advanced safety features, making every journey more secure. With its intuitive infotainment system, staying connected on the road is a breeze.
You won’t have to compromise on power, either—its robust engine handles highways and off-road trails with ease. Whether you’re steering through city streets or exploring the great outdoors, the Pathfinder effortlessly adapts to your needs.
Mazda CX-9
When considering an 8-seater car that combines style with functionality, turn to the Mazda CX-9. You’ll appreciate its sleek design and luxurious interior, making every drive a pleasure.
The CX-9 offers advanced safety features, ensuring peace of mind for you and your passengers. With a powerful engine, it delivers a smooth yet responsive driving experience.
The intuitive infotainment system keeps you connected, while the spacious cabin and flexible seating accommodate family and friends comfortably. Plus, there’s ample cargo space for all your gear.
For a blend of elegance and practicality, the Mazda CX-9 is an ideal choice.
Ford Everest
The Ford Everest is a versatile 8-seater that's ready for any adventure you throw its way. You’ll appreciate its powerful performance on both city streets and rugged trails.
The Everest combines comfort with capability, offering a spacious interior to keep everyone cozy on long drives. Its advanced tech, like the SYNC 3 infotainment system, keeps you connected and entertained.
Safety’s a priority too, with features like adaptive cruise control and lane-keeping assist.
And when you need to haul gear, its impressive towing capacity won’t disappoint. So, whether it’s a family trip or a solo journey, the Everest’s got you covered.
FAQs
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Yes, all our available cars are ready to go immediately.
Simply apply online or in person to get approved and start driving.
Our fastest approval type is Easy Path.
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A driver’s licence and a proof of address are the minimum documents required.
You can provide additional documents to potentially reduce your bond. Read more here.
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At any time, you can cancel with 1 week's notice.
If you need to cancel in the first 60 days, your access to the car is treated as a rental and rental rates apply.
Rental rates are higher than long term rates.
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Payments are required to be made in advance.
If you cannot make payment by the due date, please contact us.
You may be required to return the car for a short hold until your payments have been caught up.
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Our weekly km allowance is exactly that - an allowance - not a restriction.
When we assess your km, we calculate your usage as an average over the whole time you’ve had the car.
If you drive a lot this week and less next week, provided the average is equal to or less than your allowance, there are no extra charges.
If your average usage suggests that you drive more than your included km per week, you will be required to pay for additional km at the rate set out in your agreement.
We have discounted additional km packages available for super users.
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As a fully managed service, we take care of organising and paying car servicing and other maintenance such as tyres and brakes.
Please contact us to organise a complimentary service at a location close to you. You will need the car’s current odometer so our team can book the service.
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Firstly, ensure everyone is okay. If there are any injuries or anyone is in danger, call 000 immediately.
Once everyone is safe, call us and choose line 2. This is our 24 hour accident and breakdown line. We will be able to advise you on what to do next.
While at the scene, ensure you collect the other driver’s information such as driver’s licence number, phone number, email address and home address. Please also take photos of the accident.
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We encourage all customers to sign up for their own toll account directly with Linkt.
If you use a toll road without a toll account, we will receive a paper toll notice which we will nominate to you. A toll convenience fee will apply.
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Our cars can be used within our 150km zone
You must apply to leave the zone 2 weeks in advance.
If approved, you will need to provide your travel dates and pay a refundable travel bond.
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By default, our payments are weekly.
You can request to change your payments to weekly or fortnightly, provided that your payments are made in advance.
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Our Points buy cars have a minimum period of 60 days.
If you need a car for less than 60 days, we have short term rental cars available. You can find out more about short term rental cars here.
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¹ Personal customers can Points Buy any available car, but not the car they are driving. Business customers can Points Buy any available car in addition to the car they are driving.
² If you cancel within the first 60 days, short-term rental rates apply. Short-term rental rates are higher than long-term rate