Compare 7-seat and 9-seat vehicles at Bari Airport for families, wedding groups and friends travelling together through Puglia. Check the real luggage capacity, driver requirements and parking practicality before reserving.
Passenger vans and minivans are useful for group trips to Alberobello, Ostuni, Matera, coastal resorts and family accommodation outside Bari. The main trade-off is size: a larger vehicle provides more seats but requires extra care with parking, underground garage height and narrow streets.
A minivan can be more practical than booking two small cars when everyone follows the same itinerary through Puglia.
Seven- and nine-seat vehicles can lose cargo space when every seat is occupied, so compare the baggage estimate before confirming.
Large vans are less convenient in narrow historic centres and ZTL areas. Consider parking outside central zones and continuing on foot.
| Car model | Body type | Passengers | Luggage | Low season | High season |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Volkswagen Touran | 5–7 seat MPV | 7 | 3 bags | from €68 | from €139 |
| Peugeot 5008 | 7 seat crossover | 7 | 4 bags | from €74 | from €151 |
| Ford Galaxy | 7 seat MPV | 7 | 4 bags | from €82 | from €166 |
| Volkswagen Caddy Maxi | 7 seat passenger van | 7 | 4 bags | from €88 | from €178 |
| Toyota Proace Verso | 8–9 seat van | 9 | 5 bags | from €108 | from €218 |
| Mercedes-Benz Vito | 9 seat passenger van | 9 | 5 bags | from €124 | from €252 |
FAQ
Depending on the booked group, passenger vans usually offer seven, eight or nine seats including the driver. Confirm the seat count in the selected vehicle details.
Not always. Cargo space can be limited with every seat occupied, so check the listed bag capacity and consider luggage size before booking.
Access and street width can make large vehicles impractical, and some central areas are subject to traffic restrictions. Use signed parking outside restricted or narrow zones where appropriate.
They may be available, especially among MPVs and crossovers, but supply varies by date. Check the transmission filter and exact offer details.
They can. Larger vehicle groups may have specific driver-age, licence, card or deposit conditions, so review the supplier terms before payment.