"Will it all fit?" is the question every airport booking really turns on. The honest answer is that it depends on two things — how many people are travelling and how big your bags are — and that a seat count alone can mislead you, because a car that seats four doesn't always have boot space for four big suitcases. Use the guide below as a planning baseline, then tell your transfer company your exact party and luggage so the right vehicle turns up.
01 / AT A GLANCETypical capacity by vehicle
Indicative passenger and luggage capacity. Exact figures vary by the specific vehicle, so confirm when you book.
02 / SALOONSolo travellers, couples, light packers
A standard saloon seats up to three and comfortably carries around two large suitcases plus two cabin bags. It's the right, economical choice for solo travellers, couples, or three people travelling fairly light. The thing to watch: three passengers and three big cases is where a saloon gets tight — if that's you, size up.
03 / MPVFamilies and four-plus with full cases
An MPV (people carrier) seats up to five or six and takes roughly four to five large suitcases, making it the natural pick for families and small groups. Crucially, this is usually the right vehicle for four adults each with a full-size case — a saloon could seat them, but the boot would struggle. The extra room also makes child seats, prams and odd-shaped bags far easier.
04 / MINIBUSESGroups of six to nine
For larger groups, the 8- and 9-seater minibuses carry everyone in one vehicle — far simpler (and often cheaper) than splitting across two cars. The one nuance: seats and luggage compete for space. Eight passengers each with a big case can fill an V Class's room, so for a full group with full luggage a 9-seater or a second vehicle may be needed. This is exactly the kind of thing worth confirming when you book.
The golden rule: count people and bags, then tell the transfer company both. "Four of us, four large cases and two cabin bags" lets them allocate the right vehicle with certainty — much better than discovering on the kerb at Heathrow that the boot won't close.
05 / EXTRASGolf clubs, skis, child seats and more
Oversized and awkward items need flagging in advance:
- Sports gear — golf bags, skis, snowboards and bikes take significant space; mention them so a suitable vehicle is sent.
- Child seats — request infant or child seats when booking; they take a passenger seat into account too.
- Mobility equipment — wheelchairs and walkers can usually be accommodated with the right vehicle if noted ahead.
- Boxes & extras — duty-free hauls, instruments or boxes all count toward boot space.
06 / FAQFrequently asked questions
How many suitcases fit in a saloon taxi?
A standard saloon comfortably takes up to 3 passengers with around 2 large suitcases and 2 small cabin bags. More than that, and an MPV or larger vehicle is the safer choice.
What vehicle do I need for 4 people with luggage?
For 4 adults each with a large suitcase, an MPV is usually right. A saloon can seat 4 but luggage space gets tight, so for a family or group with full-size cases an MPV is more comfortable.
How much luggage fits in an V Class?
An V Class seats up to 8, but luggage space depends on seats used — 8 passengers plus 8 large cases may need a 9-seater or a second vehicle. Tell us your party and bags and we'll advise.
What if I have extra or oversized items?
Mention golf clubs, skis, child seats, wheelchairs or boxes when you book, so the right vehicle is allocated. Always better to flag them in advance than find a bag won't fit.
Can the driver help load my luggage?
Yes — your driver helps load and unload your bags at both ends, which is part of the door-to-door service.
How do I make sure I book the right size?
Give your exact passenger count and a quick list of bags when you book, online or on WhatsApp, and the correct vehicle class will be allocated.
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Book the right vehicle, first time
Tell us your party and luggage and we'll match the vehicle — saloon to 9-seater — at a fixed fare with no surge. Confirmed before you ride.