We’ve seen some crazy powerful rides this year and many are yet to come. Obviously, not everyone can afford a luxury sedan or a convertible. An average family man needs a ride that not only makes a style statement but is also safe, powerful, luxurious and large enough to take care of his whole family’s needs. Every concerned parent needs to know the best family cars out there that excel in the art of overcoming daily life challenges from picking and dropping the kids at school to going across the country on a family road trip without any troubles.
The safety is also very important while considering from the best family cars because driving around the city in rush hours and in areas with kids, you’re prone to accidents when you’re getting late or are tensed. The car should offer good infotainment and should also be comfortable enough for everyday driving.
We have made a list of best family cars of 2019 to help you choose your dream family car. While some are a new addition to the list, many cars have reserved a spot on the list of best family cars over the years and so they do this year. The list is made keeping in mind technical details and user feedbacks. The major aspects considered while choosing the best and new family cars are; safety, value, mileage, cargo space, technology, comfort, and convenience. We have considered all these key points to make the choice of your family car easier.
List of Top-Rated Family Cars by Category:
We have categorized the list according to the type of cars for your ease and convenience.
1) Subaru Outback:
- Price: $33,910
- Safety: 9.7/10
- Mileage: 32 mpg
- Cargo: 35 cubic-feet with seats up | 73 cubic-feet with seats folded
- Specs: 2.5-Liter Engine, CVT, 5 Passenger, Blind-spot monitoring, Lane Departure Warnings, Adaptive Cruise Control.
Reputation: The Subaru Outback offers the comfort of a wagon and the versatility of an SUV which makes it an ideal choice for families. This compact SUV has been a practical choice for families for years now and still makes it among the top family cars in 2018. The Outback is loaded with safety features such as pre-collision braking, lane departure warning, adaptive cruise control, blind-spot detection, and rear cross traffic alert.
2) Toyota Highlander:
- Price: $31,030
- Safety: 8.4 / 10
- Mileage: 24 mpg
- Cargo: 13.8 cubic-feet with all seats up | 42.3 cubic feet with the third row folded down
- Specs: 3.5 L 8A Engine, All Wheel Drive, Blind-spot monitoring, Lane Departure Warnings, Adaptive Cruise Control, Panoramic Sunroof.
Reputation: Toyota’s Highlander is a very successful three-row SUV and has been on the list of Perfect family cars for years now. This well-rounded excellent family SUV is considered the most solid choice in its class. Toyota Highlander also comes in a Hybrid variant that gives as high as 30 mpg fuel average. The car is loaded with safety features and the panoramic sunroof is a win, it also has a lower 5-year cost to own than most of its competitors.
3) Ford Edge:
- Price: $33,045
- Safety: 9.4 / 10
- Mileage: 29 mpg
- Cargo: 39.2 cubic feet with seats up| 73.4 cubic-feet with seats down
- Specs: 2.7 liter V6, AWD, 5 seating, infotainment with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, blind-spot monitoring, forward-collision, and lane-keeping warning systems.
Reputation: Ford Edge is a sporty and powerful crossover SUV and is roomy enough to be among the matchless family cars. Ford Edge offers car-like ride and handling while being versatile enough to tackle light off-road trails. Edge also supports towing.
4) Lexus RX 350:
- Price: $53,054
- Safety: 9.3 / 10
- Mileage: 27 mpg
- Cargo: 8.4 cubic-feet with seat up | 56.3 cubic feet with seats folded
- Specs: 3.5 liter V6, All Wheel Drive, EBD, Brake Assist, EPS, Adaptive cruise control, Auto-Off headlights, DRLs, Blind spot monitoring, lane keeping assist.
Reputation: Lexus Rx 350 continues to dominate the mid-size luxury SUV range and is a long time runner in the First class family cars. The RX 350 offers a smooth ride and a quiet interior. The resale value of the car is also very good.
5) Volkswagen Atlas:
- Price: $48,740
- Safety: 9.7/10
- Mileage: 26 mpg
- Cargo: 20.6 cubic-feet with seats up | 97 cubic-feet with seats down
- Specs: 3.6 Liter, adaptive cruise control, forward collision warning, blind-spot monitoring with rear traffic alert, lane departure warning and assist All-wheel drive.
Reputation: The Volkswagen Atlas has made a name for itself in the highly competitive SUV category. It is one of the most family-friendly SUVs out there and that’s the reason this car has made a spot on the list of best family cars of 2019. It offers impressive accommodation and top-notch safety and technology.
6) Kia Sportage:
- Price: $24,412
- Safety: 5/5
- Mileage: 30 mpg
- Cargo: 30.7 cubic-feet with seats up | 60.1 cubic feet with seats folded
- Specs: 2.4 liters, Dynamic AWD, Stain resistant upholstery, infotainment with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, drive mode selection. Automatic headlights, lane-departure warning, panoramic sunroof
Reputation: The Kia Sportage is redesigned to compete with the rest of the CUVs and is holding its position strongly among the top family cars. It features good value, comfortable and roomy interior, and Kia’s excellent warranty.
7) Honda CR-V:
- Price: $27,925
- Safety: 9.7/10
- Mileage: 32 mpg
- Cargo: 40 cubic-feet with seats up| 76 cubic-feet with seats down
- Specs: 2.4 liters, forward-collision warning with automatic emergency braking, lane-departure warning and lane-keeping assist, adaptive cruise control with low-speed follow, blind spot monitoring.
Reputation: The Honda CR-V is a winner in the 5 passenger compact SUVs and remains to be this year too by earning the spot in the best family cars list. It features top of the line safety systems and stellar fuel economy. The car’s resale value is also very good.
8) Honda HR-V:
- Price: $27,515
- Safety: 9/10
- Mileage: 34 mpg
- Cargo: 24.3 cubic-feet with seats up| 58.8 cubic-feet with seats down
- 100.1 cubic feet of passenger space with magic seats.
- Specs: 1.8 liters, AWD, Infotainment, lane watch Side-view monitor
Reputation: Honda HR-V is the one on the more economic-end of the Honda compact SUVs. Yes, it is true that it does not offer the cargo space, power and interior room and optional equipment of the CR-V but it does feature the Magic Seat System; which allows 60/40 split ratio to make more room for the cargo.
9) Chevrolet Equinox:
- Price: $31,750
- Safety: 9.2/10
- Mileage: 32 mpg
- Cargo: 29.9 cubic-feet with seats up| 63.5 cubic-feet with seats down
- Specs: 2.0 liter, DRLs, Tire pressure monitoring system, ESC, rear-cross traffic alert,
Reputation: The Chevrolet Equinox is well-equipped with weaponry to get it a spot among the first-rate family cars. The Equinox features amazing safety and leisure and comes with a Teen Driver mode for concerned parents.
10) Mazda CX-3:
- Price: $26,140
- Safety: 10/10
- Mileage: 34 mpg
- Cargo: 12.4 cubic-feet with seats up| 44.5 cubic feet with seats down
- Specs: 2.0 liter, AWD, tire pressure monitoring, infotainment, Smart Brake support, blind-spot monitor, rear cross-traffic alert.
Reputation: Although Mazda CX-3 lacks in some aspects that its competitors rule in like cargo space but the CX-3 has amazing handling and drive which lands it a position among its rivals in the race of best family cars.
11) Honda Odyssey:
- Price: $34,729
- Safety: 9.7/10
- Mileage: 28 mpg
- Cargo: 38.6 cubic-feet behind the third row
- 92 cubic feet behind the second row
- 158 cubic-feet behind the first row
- Specs: Adaptive cruise control, lane-keep assist, collision mitigation braking, road departure mitigation, blind spot monitoring, cross traffic alert.
Reputation: Honda Odyssey is considered the very best family car in the world and the best minivan too for almost 10 years now. Honda Odyssey is better than ever now and offers cutting edge technology and safety. It has many additional options like Magic Slide, three-person third row, LATCH, five child safety seats and much more. It has established a reputation in terms of satisfied ownership and resale value.
12) Chrysler Pacifica:
- Price: $46,090
- Safety: 9.7/10
- Mileage: 28 mpg
- Cargo: 32.3 cubic-feet behind the third row
- 87.5 cubic-feet behind the second row
- 140.5 cubic-feet behind the first row
- Specs: 3.6 liter V6, lane keeping assist and warning, blind spot monitoring, 360-degree camera, active cruise control, collision warning.
Reputation: Chrysler Pacifica is redesigned for utility, comfort, luxury, and innovative plug-in hybrid. The Pacifica also offers a powerful drive and quick acceleration; a feature that is unique in its class. The all-new Pacifica is also very stylish and safer than ever.
13) Toyota Sienna:
- Price: $40,580
- Safety: 9/10
- Mileage: 22 mpg
- Cargo: 39.1 cubic-feet behind the third row
- 87.1 cubic-feet behind the second row
- Specs: 3.5 liter V6, Safety Sense-P, pre-collision system with pedestrian detection, adaptive cruise control, lane departure alert with steering assist, automatic high-beam headlights, 360-degree camera.
Reputation: It is one of the oldest minivans and has an evident reputation. 2018 Toyota Sienna has many improvements over the previous models. This minivan is popular in snowy areas because of the all wheel drive and it also offers Toyota Safety Sense-P suite. The resale value and ownership cost is excellent.
14) Kia Sedona:
- Price: $29,990
- Safety: 9.6/10
- Mileage: 23 mpg
- Cargo: 33.9 cubic-feet behind the third row
- 78.4 cubic-feet behind the second row
- 142 cubic-feet behind the first row
- Specs: 3.3 liter V6, Rollover mitigation, electronic stability control, Traction control, Cornering Brake Control, Brake Assist, Hill Start Assist.
Reputation: The 2018 Kia Sedona is a family favorite with its stylish looks and smooth ride. The minivan offers versatility, comfort, and a beautiful interior. The safety ratings are high for this one and it is a reliable choice with Kia’s class-leading warranty.
15) Dodge Grand Caravan:
- Price: $25,995
- Safety: 9.3/10
- Mileage: 25 mpg
- Cargo: 31.1 cubic feet behind the third row
- 78.9 cubic-feet behind the second row
- 140.3 cubic-feet behind the first row
- Specs: 3.6 liter V6, electronic stability control, tire-pressure monitoring, parking assist, traction control.
Reputation: The Dodge Grand Caravan is an aging but still family preferred minivan. It offers a lot of features and is the cheapest minivan on our list.
16) Toyota Prius:
- Price: $26,000
- Safety: 9.3/10
- Mileage: 54 mpg
- Cargo: 24.6 cubic-feet with seats up
- Specs: 1.8 liters, Brake Assist, Electronic Stability Control, Daytime Running Lights, Traction Control, Lane Departure Warning, Lane Keeping Assist.
Reputation: The renowned reputation of Prius is recognized throughout the world. It is also America’s best selling hybrid. Prius offers many things among affordability, highest safety ratings, and industry-leading fuel economy. It offers an excellent resale value and a very low 5-year cost-to-own.
17) Ford Focus:
- Price: $20025
- Safety: 9.4/10
- Mileage: 34 mpg
- Cargo: 23.3 cubic-feet with seats up| 43.9 cubic feet with seats down
- Specs: 2.0 liter, brake assist, electronic stability control, traction control
Reputation: The Focus is Ford’s core family car and a best-seller in the compact class. It has a reputation for being affordable, fuel efficient, sporty and extremely fun to drive. It offers good resale value and satisfied ownership.
18) VW Golf:
- Price: $20,910
- Safety: 8.5/10
- Mileage: 36 mpg
- Cargo: 17.4 cubic-feet with seats up| 53.7 cubic-feet with seats down
- Specs: 1.8 liters, Brake Assist, Electronic Stability Control, Daytime Running Lights, Traction Control
Reputation: Volkswagen Golf is defined by its well-roundedness and ironclad engineering. The VW Golf has a strong performance and a highly comfortable and stylish interior. It also offers impressive fuel economy and high safety ratings. And if you’re a car enthusiast, you’ll definitely have a Golf GTI on your list.
19) Kia Soul:
- Price: $20,400
- Safety: 9.7/10
- Mileage: 30 mpg
- Cargo: 24.2 cubic cubic-feet with seats up| 61.3 cubic-feet with seats down
- Specs: 2.0 liter, Brake Assist, electronic stability control, traction control
Reputation: Kia Soul has made quite a reputation among compact cars with its funky looks and high fuel efficiency.
20) Audi A3:
- Price: $31,950
- Safety: 9.3/10
- Mileage: 35 mpg
- Cargo: 12.3 cubic-feet with seats up
- Specs: 2.0 TFSI, Brake Assist, Electronic Stability Control, Daytime Running Lights, Traction Control, Auto-Leveling Headlights
Reputation: The Audi A3 is a winner in the luxury hatchbacks. It has got the highest safety ratings and excellent fuel economy. It offers powerful engine line-up, luxurious interior, high-tech innovations, among other features. The user satisfaction with this car is amazing.
