The Best Family Cars for 2024

(iSeeCars) – Choosing the best family car means matching your family’s needs to the vehicle that best suits them. Beyond the standard features every car buyer should consider, including cost, fuel efficiency and practicality, family cars should easily accommodate car seats for young families or provide ample back-seat space for teens and young adults. Larger families will likely need a third row of seats, suggesting that a three-row minivan or SUV is the best option. And buyers in colder climates should seriously consider all-wheel-drive models for added confidence and safety.

Once the primary criteria are defined (cost, size, seating capacity and fuel economy), buyers should consider secondary factors such as interior design and standard features. Most new cars include Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, even on base models, but things like heated front seats and a larger infotainment screen require a mid-range or higher (i.e. more expensive) trim. The best SUVs for families, like the Kia Telluride, include a large touchscreen, plenty of USB ports, climate controls for the second-row seats and adaptive cruise control as standard equipment.

Finally, family buyers should remember that minivans like the Honda Odyssey and Toyota Sienna remain the most efficient vehicles for family transportation. Their large sliding doors, low step-in height and boxy shape make for easy entry and exit while providing more interior space than a three-row SUV. And while their driving experience isn’t exactly that of a sports car, they’re surprisingly quick and nimble, making them ideal for family road trips no matter the route.

The following characteristics were used to classify family-friendly vehicles:

• Comfort/convenience features – such as heated/ventilated seats, rear climate controls, rear sunshades and a power tailgate
• Connectivity Features – such as Apple Carplay, Android Auto, USB ports, Wi-Fi hotspot and power outlet
• Safety devices – such as automatic emergency braking, blind spot monitoring, lane keeping assist and adaptive cruise control
• Storage features – such as fold-flat or removable seats and hidden storage spaces,

The best small family cars

1. Toyota Corolla: 9.3 / 10
2. Mazda Mazda3 hatchback: 9.1 / 10
3. Volkswagen Jetta: 9.1 / 10

The Best Small Luxury Family Cars

1. Lexus IS 350: 9.5 / 10
2. Lexus IS 300: 9.3 / 10
3. BMW 3 Series: 9.2 / 10

The Best Mid-Size Family Cars

1. Honda Accord: 9.6 / 10
2. Nissan Altima: 9.2 / 10
3. Hyundai Sonata: 9.0 / 10

The Best Midsize Luxury Family Cars

1. Lexus ES 250: 9.6 / 10
2. Audi A6: 9.1 / 10
3. Mercedes-Benz E-Class: 9.1 / 10

Best Large Family Cars

1. Nissan Maxima: 9.3 / 10
2. Dodge Charger: 9.0 / 10

The best luxury family cars

1. Mercedes-Benz E-Class (estate): 9.3 / 10
2. Volvo V60 Cross Country: 8.5 / 10

The best family sedans

1. Mazda Mazda3 hatchback: 9.1 / 10
2. Honda Civic (sedan): 8.7 / 10
3. Volkswagen Golf GTI: 8.6 / 10

The best compact family cars

1. Toyota Corolla: 9.3 / 10
2. Mazda Mazda3 hatchback: 9.1 / 10
3. Volkswagen Jetta: 9.1 / 10

The Best Luxury Compact Family Cars

1. Lexus IS 350: 9.5 / 10
2. Lexus IS 300: 9.3 / 10
3. BMW 3 Series: 9.2 / 10

Best Family Subcompact SUVs

1. Chevrolet Trax: 8.0 / 10
2. Hyundai Kona: 7.9 / 10
3. Honda HR-V: 7.8 / 10

Best Luxury Subcompact SUVs for Family

1. Audi Q3: 8.4 / 10
2. Volvo XC40
3. Cadillac XT4

Best Small Family SUVs

1. Ford Escape: 9.1 / 10
2. Honda CR-V: 9.0 / 10
3. GMC Terrain: 9.0 / 10

Best Small Luxury SUVs for Family

1. BMW X3: 9.2 / 10
2. Acura RDX: 8.7 / 10
3. Volvo XC60: 8.6 / 10

Best Family Crossover SUVs

1. Chevrolet Blazer: 9.4 / 10
2. Honda Passport: 9.3 / 10
3. Hyundai Santa Fe: 9.3 / 10

Best Luxury Crossover SUVs for Family

1. Acura MDX: 9.7 / 10
2. Lincoln Aviator: 9.3 / 10
3. BMW X3: 9.2 / 10

Best Midsize Family SUVs

1. Chevrolet Blazer: 9.4 / 10
2. Honda Passport: 9.3 / 10
3. Hyundai Santa Fe: 9.3 / 10

Best Midsize Luxury Family SUVs

1. Acura MDX: 9.7 / 10
2. Audi Q7: 8.6 / 10
3. Mercedes-Benz GLE: 8.6 / 10

Best Large Family SUVs

1. Ford Expedition: 9.5 / 10
2. Chevrolet Traverse Limited
3. Jeep Grand Wagoneer L

Best Full-Size Family Luxury SUVs

1. Lincoln Navigator: 9.6 / 10
2. Lincoln Navigator L: 9.5 / 10
3. Lincoln Aviator: 9.3 / 10

Best 3-Row Family SUVs

1. Ford Expedition: 9.5 / 10
2. Hyundai Santa Fe: 9.3 / 10
3. Nissan Pathfinder: 9.3 / 10

Best Family Luxury SUVs with 3 Rows

1. Acura MDX: 9.7 / 10
2. Lincoln Navigator: 9.6 / 10
3. Lincoln Navigator L: 9.5 / 10

Best 5-seater SUVs for families

1. Ford Expedition: 9.5 / 10
2. Chevrolet Blazer: 9.4 / 10
3. Honda Passport: 9.3 / 10

Best 5-seater luxury SUVs for family

1. BMW X3: 9.2 / 10
2. Acura RDX: 8.7 / 10
3. Volvo XC60: 8.6 / 10

Best 6-seater family SUVs

1. Hyundai Santa Fe: 9.3 / 10
2. Mazda CX-9: 9.3 / 10
3. Mazda CX-90

Best 6-seater luxury SUVs for family

1. Lincoln Aviator: 9.3 / 10
2. Volvo XC90: 8.8 / 10
3. INFINITI QX60: 8.2 / 10

Best 7-seater family SUVs

1. Hyundai Santa Fe: 9.3 / 10
2. Nissan Pathfinder: 9.3 / 10
3. Mazda CX-9: 9.3 / 10

Best 7-seater luxury SUVs for family

1. Acura MDX: 9.7 / 10
2. Lincoln Navigator: 9.6 / 10
3. Lincoln Navigator L: 9.5 / 10

Best 8-seater family SUVs

1. Ford Expedition: 9.5 / 10
2. Nissan Pathfinder: 9.3 / 10
3. Honda Pilot: 9.1 / 10

Best Midsize Family Trucks

1. Honda Ridgeline: 9.6 / 10
2. Jeep Gladiator
3. Toyota Tacoma

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