Well, kids can and do enjoy sitting there. It is a good thing to have more of a as/when needed. Its not the most comfortable for adults but during that time you want to haul a 6th or 7th person - its an added value. Think of it like this.. during resale...if you had to choose between two units - one with seats and one without 3rd row...which would you be inclined to opt for....considering their priced similarly.