The best car models for families: Safety and functionality
Whether you’re doing the daily school run or taking the family to the beach for the weekend, you need a car that offers both practicality and functionality as well as safety. Practical so that you can nip in and out of the traffic, park in those tight spaces, and get a week’s groceries or a weekend’s worth of beach paraphernalia in the boot. And safe so that when you strap your children into their child seats, you know that the car they’re in is as safe as it can be.
There are thousands of different family-friendly cars out there, all promising the peace of mind and the practical convenience you’re looking for. But which ones really hit the mark? Which ones would your school-age children not be embarrassed to be seen in? Which ones have those all-important child safety features?
Here are our top five family-friendly car models, and they’re all available as part of our car subscription packages right here at MOOV by Al-Futtaim.
Polestar 2
Let’s go slightly off-piste for a moment with this innovative and family-friendly sedan. If you’re serious about protecting your children’s future and the planet too, the all-electric Polestar 2 is the choice for you. A surprisingly long range on the batteries makes it suitable for weekend jaunts, as well as everyday commutes and school runs. It’s clean, it’s quiet, it’s super-cheap to run, and it’s a cool brag for the kids in the playground.
Toyota Corolla Cross Hybrid
The Toyota Corolla has been one of the brand’s biggest success stories. They then took things up a level by creating the crossover, a fusion between a compact SUV and a sedan. And then, they sprinkled a little more magic on it by giving it a hybrid powertrain, so this one is a win-win all round!
Not only is it incredibly comfortable and spacious, but it’s super-light on your wallet too, with the daily school run being done in eco-friendly electric mode. However, there’s still enough power there to get you to that mountain campsite or the beach at the weekend. A good ENCAP safety rating gives you total peace of mind, too.
Volvo XC40
If there’s one brand that’s associated with car safety, it’s Volvo. The brand that invented the seatbelt takes safety on today’s busy roads extremely seriously, so you can be absolutely sure you’re children are given the maximum amount of protection in a Volvo. The XC40 is a compact SUV so there’s bags of room inside, and with eco-friendly technology driving you down the road, you’ll be leaner, greener and cleaner on the school run. They’re also pretty cool-looking cars, and the Volvo badge is a prestige one too.
Toyota Rush
If you want total reliability, comfort, and safety, the Toyota Rush delivers on all fronts. This compact SUV is nippy and nimble enough to deal with the traffic on the school run, yet has the additional space for everyone’s luggage at the weekends. It’s a seven-seater so it’s perfect for bigger families. Locking points on the rear seats allow quick and easy fitting for child seats. This is the number one choice for families who need a car that’s roomy, filled with safety features, and economical.
Toyota CHR
The Honda legacy is one of exceptional engineering and build quality, a rigorous approach to vehicle safety, and some pretty neat styling flourishes. The CHR is a feisty-looking little crossover that packs a hefty power punch, thanks to a hybrid powertrain, and loads of room in the back for the kid’s bodyboards and snorkel gear. Big alloy wheels and plenty of ground clearance give it a go-anywhere-do-anything attitude. A high ENCAP safety rating puts your mind at rest that the kids are safe in the back, too.
We’ll keep you and your family MOOV-ing
If you’re looking for a family-friendly car, take a look at what’s on offer at MOOV by Al-Futtaim.
Our super-easy car subscription packages mean that you can afford to check out electric cars for rent, or sleek new hybrid cars to try. And the great thing with MOOV by Al-Futtaim is if you don’t like it, you can always change it!
Check out our cars, or contact one of our team for a friendly chat and we’ll give you some pointers and introduce you to the wonderful world of car subscriptions!
