Consumer demands for the best family cars of 2012 are those that offer comfort, space and are lifestyle friendly. Standard family car styles include sedans, sport utility vehicles (SUVs), crossovers (CUVs), and minivans.
The first thing a family should consider when choosing a family is whether it will accommodate the entire family. A family can then look for vehicles that fit their needs and lifestyles, especially with children who may become more involved in sports, hobbies or recreation as they get older. Family cars must be able to support easy entry and exit for children and adults, as well as the ease of installing and removing seats for infants, toddlers, or young children.
The best family cars of 2012 for families of five to eight are:
1) 2012 Toyota Highlander: This is a 7-passenger SUV that comes in four-cylinder, hybrid, and V-6 models, all with automatic transmissions. It is a two-wheel drive car.
2) 2012 Kia Sorento LX: This SUV seats seven comfortably. It is a four-cylinder vehicle with a 6-speed automatic transmission.
3) 2012 Honda Odyssey: A minivan that seats eight comfortably. It comes with a V-6 engine and a 6-speed automatic transmission.
4) 2012 Ford Explorer – An SUV that seats seven comfortably. It is a four-cylinder vehicle with a 6-speed automatic transmission.
The best family cars of 2012 for families of four or less are midsize (4-door) sedans and crossovers. These newer models offer more rear-seat legroom, a larger trunk and cargo space. It also comes with up to 10 standard airbags for added safety.
5) Toyota Camry 2012: The new model has a roomier interior to make it easier to install car seats and comes with a split-folding rear seat for additional cargo space.
6) Subaru Impreza 2012: It is primarily designed for comfort with enough rear seat legroom and room for car seats. More trunk space was added to this model to accommodate the many activities families are involved in.
7) 2012 Volkswagen Passat: More room has been added to this model than previous model years, for a comfortable ride in the back seat and all sizes of car seats. More trunk space has also been added to meet the needs of active families. This model uses diesel.
8) 2012 Kia Soul: The rear doors are taller, making it easier to get in and out, as well as making it easy to install and remove car seats as children go through different stages of growth. The rear seats can also be folded to increase cargo space.
9) 2012 Ford Edge: This is a crossover vehicle that has increased headroom and legroom. The rear seats can also be folded to increase cargo space.
10) 2012 Chevrolet Equinox: This is a crossover that increased rear seat space and storage space. The rear seats slide forward for additional cargo space.
Car manufacturers have focused a lot on the needs of families in 2012, with the idea of making life and transportation easier and much more comfortable.