Being a parent comes with its own set of responsibilities and sacrifices for the kids. An apartment with more rooms, longer grocery lists, and less time in front of the TV will soon be followed by a car with more space. However, and here's the twist, an SUV or minivan does not have to be boring.

The following list of fast SUVs and minivans are both fun to drive and classy to be in. These fun machines can be used for both driving the kids to school at 6 am and leaving tire marks in an empty parking lot at 8. Some say some of these fast SUVs will even destroy supercars.

10 Fast SUV: Jeep Grand Cherokee SRT

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The SRT slots in below the more track-focused TrackHawk. However, the Jeep Grand Cherokee SRT gets the same 6.4-liter V8, good for 475 horsepower and 470 lb-ft of torque that helps this mighty SUV to accelerate from 0-60 mph in just 4.4 seconds. That hearty exhaust note will surely leave the young enthusiasts in the parking lot impressed when you arrive to pick up your loved one.

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Not only is the Jeep Grand Cherokee SRT good at ripping the tarmac, but it’s also very practical too. The Grand Cherokee sits on the WK2 platform that has been appreciated by the IIHS for being sturdy built. There are enough features like rear-seat infotainment screens, and safety features on board to keep your child both quiet and safe.

Related: What You Need To Know About The 2020 Jeep Grand Cherokee SRT

9 Fast Minivan: Kia Carnival

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Kia has been aggressively expanding in the US with a lot of good cars, and the Carnival is one of them. This is a very well-thought-out minivan, for every nook and corner has a meaning behind them. Under the hood, there’s a 2.2-liter inline-four cylinder engine that produces 276 hp and 248 lb-ft of torque. This mill delivers a combined fuel consumption rate of 25 mpg, which is reasonable at best.

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The interior feels detailed and the materials are made of high quality. There are three-rows, but unlike the Honda Odyssey, the third-row in the Carnival feels compromised and is only comfortable for children. And since the second-row is non-removable, cargo space takes a hit in the Carnival. Aside from that, if you’re a parent looking for a minivan, then the Carnival deserves to be on your list.

8 Fast SUV: Porsche Macan Turbo

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Porsche claims that the Macan Turbo drives like a sports car, and in this case, it’s the 911. With a 2.9-liter V6 good for 434 hp and 406 lb-ft of torque, the Macan Turbo can accelerate from 0-60 mph in just 4.1 seconds with a top speed of 167 mph. The perky V6 dissolves the Macan of its weight when accelerating, and that becomes quite addictive at times.

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The design is timeless and the safety features on the Macan Turbo are on par with modern technology. Standard features like Front and Rear parking sensors, Lane Departure Warning, and Blind-Spot Monitor control makes it easy to maneuver through tight spaces, like the school driveway.

7 Fast Minivan: Dodge Grand Caravan

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If the subtle looks of the Pacifica do not appeal to your palette, then its mechanical cousin the Grand Caravan might just be up your alley. The Dodge GC gets the same 3.6-liter Pentastar V6 engine that produces 283 hp and 260 lb-ft of torque with the same 6-speed automatic transmission system.

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Just like the Pacifica, the Grand Caravan was designed to keep the family safe. It gets seven airbags, active front-seat head restraints, lower anchors and tethers system for children, and child protection locks. To keep the second row busy, there’s also a rear-seat entertainment screen that can be accessed via a phone as it supports both Apple CarPlay and Android Auto. All in all, both the Grand Caravan and Pacifica are designed to be a perfect family carrier that will keep all members safe, sound, and entertained.

6 Fast SUV: BMW X5M

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BMW initiated the whole performance SUV game with the X5 M. The twin-turbocharged V8 under the X5 M's hood produces 617 hp and 553 lb-ft of torque that helps accelerate this vehicle from 0-60 mph under 4 seconds

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The X5M manages to offer the best combination of safety and cargo space. Features like airbags, active head restraint, and a back-up camera make it reassuring for the moms, plus with 650 liters of cargo space, the X5M is one practical screamer of an SUV. 

5 Fast Minivan: Honda Odyssey

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The Honda Odyssey is the second most powerful minivan after the Pacifica. It gets a 3.5-liter V6 engine that produces 280-hp and 262 lb-ft of torque, with a 10-speed automatic transmission system that helps deliver a respectable combined fuel consumption rate of 22 mpg. It gets three-rows with enough room to seat two adults in the third row.

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Standard safety features include blind-spot monitoring, automatic emergency braking with pedestrian detection, and adaptive cruise control. Both NHTSA and the IIHS have bestowed the Odyssey with Top-Crash ratings, which shows that safety is a big priority in this Honda Minivan.

Related: 2021 Honda Odyssey Elite Review: Don't Judge A Book By Its Minivan Cover

4 Fast SUV: Mercedes-Benz GLS

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The Mercedes-Benz GLS class SUV ranks high on the list of luxury vehicles. It is available in two trims: the GLS450 and GLS580. The former gets a six-cylinder engine that is good for 362 hp. The latter produces 483 hp and 516 lb-ft of torque. The performance will not fall short with the GLS SUV.

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Being a Mercedes, the GLS gets the top-of-the-line interior treatment, with genuine leather treatment and Mercedes’ latest MBUIX infotainment system, which is the best in its class. This three-row SUV sees many innovational technologies in the form of safety features like Lane-Keep assist, Blind-Spot control, etc. If you’re in the market looking for some luxury SUV in the market, then the GLS will tick all your boxes.

Related: Doug DeMuro Checks Out The Super Luxurious Bouncing Mercedes-Maybach GLS600

3 Fast Minivan: Toyota Sienna

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Toyota has established a name for itself in the US market when it comes to reliability. The Sienna is Toyota’s most feature-packed minivan that is available in the market. Unlike the Pacifica, the Sienna comes in a hybrid model only. The 2.5-liter inline-four-cylinder with a pair of electric motors pumps out a total of 243-hp and 199 lb-ft of torque.

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But performance aside, this Toyota nails the segment by giving the Sienna a very user-friendly interior with all the latest infotainment and safety features. Furthermore, with the most amount of cargo space, the second row of the Sienna with its standard captain seats is the very indulging place to be in.

2 Fast SUV: Ford Explorer

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The Explorer is that ideal vehicle for soccer moms that is up for any kind of adventure. For it sits on a rear-wheel-drive platform with a 4WD Terrain Management system. The base 3.0-liter EcoBoost engine produces 365 hp and 380 lb-ft of torque. There’s also a turbocharged unit that produces 400 hp and 415 lb-ft of torque with a top speed of 143 mph. The 10-speed automatic transmission makes sure that fuel consumption is at a reasonable rate.

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There are enough safety features on board too, like post-collision braking, reverse brake assist and side wind stabilization. The last feature is useful on highways and in hilly areas where there are chances of encountering a gush of wind. So, if you’re a soccer mom on a tight expense, then Explorer is that reasonable vehicle that you should look forward to.

1 Fast Minivan: Chrysler Pacifica

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The Chrysler Pacifica has been the most awarded minivan, and for all the right reasons. Available in both gasoline and hybrid variants, the Pacifica gets a standard 3.6-liter V6 attached to a 9-speed automatic transmission system that produces 287-hp and 262 lb-ft of torque. Also noteworthy in the Pacifica is the available all-wheel-drive system, which can send all the power to the rear-wheels or any other wheels for full traction.

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Fuel costs also seem reasonable as the Pacifica returns 28 MPG on the highway and 19 MPG in the city. Furthermore, safety features like Electronic Stability Control, Full Speed Forward Collision Warning with Active Braking, and Lane Keep Assist with Lane Departure Warning, will keep you safe and sound. And with a body style that is easy on the eye as well as aggressive to look at also, the Pacifica Minivan will perfectly fit in your garage as that perfect family car.

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