There is a huge demand for cars in the country today and many are getting their hands on the Toyota Prius Hybrid, because it’s fuel efficient and environmentally friendly.
If you’re thinking of getting a new or pre-loved vehicle you might want to consider how it’s going to be ideal for the whole family especially if you have children.
Buying a vehicle that is safe and affordable is important and knowing which car to buy that would be safe for the whole family could be the best place to start.
Website ehow.com highlights a few of the safest cars for children around that you might want to consider looking at for your family. Some of these vehicles are available at second-hand car yards around the country.
Nissan Murano
Child-seat capacity: 2
Regular passenger capacity: 5
This family-friendly SUV has plenty of space for everyone, not just up front, with room to fit two child seats comfortably. The safety features are highly rated, according to safercar.gov, including 360-degree monitoring, which will warn you of hidden obstacles that you may otherwise not see.
Honda CR-V
Child-seat capacity: 2
Regular passenger capacity: 5
The standard Honda CR-V has upgraded collision safety features compared with previous models, according to safercar.gov. With the further upgraded touring version, you can get an automatic braking system, which will attempt to help you avoid collisions and monitor the passenger-side blind spot that is displayed within view of the driver.
Chevrolet Traverse
Child-seat capacity: 5
Regular passenger capacity: 8
Well-suited for large families, or caregivers who will often need to transport more than two children at once, the Chevrolet Traverse is relatively expensive compared with other child-safe vehicles but could be worth the cost in some situations. The upgraded LTZ model will cost $10,000 more than the sticker prices listed here, but it adds more safety features such as blind-spot monitoring, front-collision detection and a rear cross traffic alert -RCTA – system that monitors a wider area than a simple reverse camera.
Mazda 3
Child-seat capacity: 2
Regular passenger capacity: 5
With its top scores in all five of the safety categories rated by the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety and a price tag comparable to the other safe small cars, the Mazda 3 is a good choice for families seeking safe vehicle, according to safercar.gov. It has all of the usual safety features which include side airbags – front and rear head curtain – rollover sensor, ABS and electronic stability control.
Honda Fit
Child-seat capacity: 2
Regular passenger capacity: 5
The Honda Fit’s 1.5 litre engine produces over 10 per cent more power than last year’s model, while improving upon the mpg.
It comes installed with a reversing camera as a standard feature, along with other safety features such as side airbags, rollover sensor, ABS and electronic stability control.
