My Carens is the "practical 7-seater" I actually could afford. The 1.5L petrol is a bit 2-star underpowered when fully loaded, but it’s a 5-star win for fuel economy at 14.5 km/l in the city. The third row is actually usable, which is rare. It’s a 4-star "sensible choice" for large families who need space and safety features like six airbags without the massive SUV price tag.