Choosing the Perfect Family Car: Everything You Need to Know

Children in the seats of the 2022 Honda Odyssey

Quick Facts

  • SUVs and minivans are typically the best choices for a family car.
  • Seating capacity, safety, cargo space and, reliability are among the top factors to consider when looking for a new family car.
  • If you want to research safety on any family vehicle, check IIHS and NHTSA safety ratings.

Quick Facts

  • SUVs and minivans are typically the best choices for a family car.
  • Seating capacity, safety, cargo space, and reliability are among the top factors to consider when looking for a new family car.
  • If you want to research safety on any family vehicle, check IIHS and NHTSA safety ratings.

Information about choosing a family car, all in one place

We’ve corralled these knowledgeable articles to give you peace of mind when choosing your best family car.

Top Tips

Size Considerations

By Need

Video

Awards

Top Tips

Size Considerations

By Need

Video

Teen Driver Safety Features

How Crash Safety Ratings Work

SUVs That Seat 8 Passengers

Best Cars for Short People

How a Rear Seat Reminder Works

Awards