The Envoy XL and XUV is ponderous, however, lacking the good handling stability and responsiveness of the standard Envoy. If you need third-row seating, we think a minivan, such as the upcoming Pontiac Montana SV6, or a larger SUV, such as the Yukon, would make better choices than the Envoy XL.

Having said that, the Envoy XUV offers some really trick features that increase its cargo-hauling versatility. It's a brilliant solution for someone who needs to haul messy cargo yet needs comfortable, five-passenger seating.