As a parent, you will rely very heavily on your automobile to transport your family and this means that you need to take the time to find the perfect car. Ideally, this car will be large enough for the whole family, comfortable and cheap to run. It can be tricky to find a car that ticks all of the boxes, so here is a look at what buyers should be looking for when buying a family car. *This is a collaborative post*
Size
Size is a crucial factor when choosing a family car, but you do not necessarily need a large SUV to transport the family. In fact, the best-selling family cars are hatchbacks as these have plenty of interior space but are also very practical. The boot space should be large so that luggage can be transported in addition to passengers. These smaller cars can also be much cheaper to buy and run too.
Efficiency
Parents will want an efficient car that sips fuel to lower the running costs and not constantly have to pull into a fuel garage. Vehicles that return over 50mpg on longer runs and have low emissions are ideal for family vehicles.
Established Brand
You want a car that you can rely on as a parent and this means choosing established and trusted manufacturers and models. Cars like the Vauxhall Corsa are always amongst the best-selling cars in the UK and a model that is highly regarded by both critics and motorists. It is also one of the more affordable superminis and especially when buying second-hand from places like AA Cars.
Easy to Drive
You will be spending a significant amount of time behind the wheel as a parent running the kids around, so it is important that you find the car easy to drive on longer journeys. It should have nicely weighted controls, ergonomically designed switches, not too much noise from outside etc.
Doors
It may be tempting to pay less for a three-door car, but you will quickly grow tired of having to fold the seats forward to let in the little ones. Instead, choose a five-door model and ensure that they are wide-opening doors so that you can easily get youngsters in and out and potentially install a child’s car seat.
Choosing the right family car requires careful research, but the above information should help you to get started and find a few cars that will allow for happy family motoring.
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