Why book a 6 seater?
A standard saloon takes four passengers at most, and less if there is luggage. Once you are a family of five, or four adults with suitcases, two cars start to look like the only option. That means paying twice, arriving separately and coordinating two drivers. A 6 seater MPV solves this: everyone travels in one vehicle, with space for bags.
What a 6 seater MPV offers
- Seats for up to six passengers.
- More luggage space than a saloon, depending on how many seats are in use.
- Sliding doors on many models, which makes it easier to load children and bags.
- Child seats on request, when you tell us the ages.
Luggage space depends on the vehicle and the number of passengers. Tell us how many cases you have when booking.
Popular 6 seater journeys
Family airport runs
The most common use for a 6 seater is taking a family to the airport. A trip to Gatwick from Gipsy Hill or to Heathrow with children, a buggy and holiday suitcases fits comfortably. On the way back, the driver tracks your flight so the car is waiting when you land.
Station trips with luggage
Heading to the West Country for a week, or up north for a family event? A 6 seater to Paddington or Euston gets everyone and everything to the station in one go.
Days out and events
Friends heading into town for a birthday meal, or a family going to a wedding or christening, can travel together and arrive at the same time.
6 seater or 7 seater?
If your group is exactly six or fewer, with a normal amount of luggage, a 6 seater usually works well. For seven or eight people, or six people with lots of big cases, our 7 seater taxi gives more room. If you are not sure, tell us the number of passengers and bags when you call and we will suggest the right vehicle.
Tips for booking a family MPV
A little detail at booking time makes the day go smoothly. Count everyone, including babies, because every passenger needs a seat and a seat belt. Mention the pushchair separately from the suitcases, as a folded buggy takes up more room than people expect. If you have car seats of your own that you would like to use, tell us, and the driver can allow time to fit them. For airport trips, share the flight number for the return journey so we can track the landing.
Mixed groups and several pick-ups
Sometimes a 6 seater is shared by two families, or by friends collecting each other on the way. We can plan a route with more than one pick-up, for example one stop near Gipsy Hill station and another on Central Hill, and still quote one fixed fare for the whole trip. It is often cheaper and far simpler than two cars heading to the same place.
Fixed fares and local pick-ups
Every 6 seater booking is quoted as a fixed fare. We pick up across Gipsy Hill and nearby areas, including Crystal Palace, West Norwood and Upper Norwood. You can pay by card or cash.
If you have a pet coming along too, see our pet friendly taxi page, and let us know when booking so we can make sure there is room.
Frequently asked questions
How many people fit in a 6 seater taxi?
Up to six passengers. Luggage space depends on how many seats are in use, so tell us how many bags you have.
Is a 6 seater more expensive than a saloon?
A 6 seater usually costs more than a saloon, but often less than booking two separate cars. We will give you a fixed-fare quote.
Can you fit child seats in a 6 seater?
Yes, child seats are available on request. Tell us each child's age when you book.
Can I book a 6 seater for an airport run?
Yes, family airport runs are the most common 6 seater booking we take.