Choosing the right vehicle for a chauffeured trip comes down to four questions: how many passengers, how much luggage, what the occasion is, and how long the ride will be. As a starting point, a luxury sedan suits one to three passengers with light luggage, a full-size SUV suits four to six or seven passengers or anyone with lots of bags, and a Sprinter van suits groups of seven to twelve who want to travel together.

At a glance

Vehicle Passengers Luggage Best for
Mercedes-Benz S-Class Up to 3 Up to 3 bags Executives, couples, airport transfers with light luggage
Chevrolet Suburban Up to 6 Large cargo area Families, groups with luggage, winter trips
Cadillac Escalade Up to 6 Good cargo area VIP arrivals, events, families wanting extra luxury
GMC Yukon XL Up to 7 Large cargo area Larger families and small groups
Mercedes-Benz Sprinter Up to 12 Limited with a full group Weddings, teams, events, day trips

1. Count passengers realistically

Vehicles have more seat belts than comfortable seats. A sedan has five belts but is booked for three so that two people have space in the back. An SUV’s third row is fine for shorter trips but less comfortable than the second row. Build in some slack, especially for adults on long rides.

2. Count bags honestly

Luggage is the most common reason a booking goes wrong. One large checked suitcase per person fills an SUV’s cargo area quickly. Golf bags, skis, strollers and car seats need even more room. Read our luggage capacity guide.

3. Match the occasion

  • Business meeting or executive transfer: a sedan says polished and discreet.
  • Family airport run: an SUV gives space for kids, car seats and bags.
  • Wedding or celebration: an Escalade or Sprinter makes a statement and keeps the party together.
  • Night out in Manhattan: an SUV or Sprinter so the whole group arrives together.

4. Think about the ride

For long trips — Philadelphia, the Hamptons, Boston — comfort matters more. Give everyone a proper seat rather than filling every belt. In winter, SUVs with four-wheel drive handle snow and slush more confidently.

One vehicle or two?

Sometimes two vehicles beat one. A Sprinter plus an SUV can carry a large group and all its luggage. Two SUVs give flexibility if people need to leave at different times. A dispatcher can suggest the most efficient combination.

Don’t forget

  • Child seats must be requested in advance.
  • Accessibility needs should be mentioned when booking.
  • Multiple stops affect timing and sometimes vehicle choice.

Get advice when you book

Tell us your passenger count, bags and plans; we will recommend the right vehicle. See our full fleet or start a quote on our booking page.