Top 10 family cars that are easy to drive: choose to your liking

Choosing the perfect family car is never an easy task. The requirements for safety, comfort, and efficiency are always high, and it should be quite affordable, especially for a large family. You also need to take into account the size of the trunk and multimedia features. And, of course, you should pay special attention to ease of handling.

Top Speed has collected a dozen models that will satisfy most of the needs of the family, providing a fun and exciting ride for all its members. As well as a comfortable experience for the one behind the wheel.

Hyundai Elantra N

This compact Korean is a fast front-wheel drive sedan. Its powerful engine and maneuverability put it on par with the best models in the segment. Elantra N is equipped with an electronic self-locking differential and comfortable sports seats. With a total fuel consumption of 9.5 liters per 100 kilometers and a spacious trunk, it covers the key requirements for a family car – comfort, spaciousness, and economy.

Volkswagen Jetta GLI

This spacious compact sedan has enough space to comfortably accommodate up to four adults. This is a great car with a sporty driving style. Nevertheless, it will provide a family with a large trunk, a powerful engine that can show quite athletic results and thoughtful safety.

Mazda 3 Sedan 2.5 Carbon Turbo

The all-wheel drive sedan will not overburden the family budget with its price. But it will please you with an 8.8-inch display of the infotainment system. It is not a touchscreen, but it is easy to operate. The model also has good handling and performance, and all-wheel drive makes it fast but controlled. It's a great choice for a practical family car with a sporty performance. However, with a rather modest design.

Honda Civic SI

The Japanese sedan remains at the top of the list of popularity among young drivers, and for good reason. It offers a lot of refinement, comfort, and space for a compact car, while still delivering confident and dynamic, yet predictable, road behavior. The Civic SI responds well to even light steering movements, so it feels good on the highway or winding roads, even when driven with a full complement of passengers.

Acura Integra A-Spec

The Acura Integra resembles the Civic SI in many ways but is more refined in design. They share the same platform and powertrains, but the Integra offers a bit more luxury than its cousin. It was also recognized as a top safety choice by the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety. It's a premium compact family car with a racing heart. And it is not a sedan, but a hatchback with a good amount of trunk space.

BMW 330i

The iconic BMW 330i has all the comforts of a family sedan combined with rear-wheel drive, a powerful turbocharged engine, and an excellent ZF automatic transmission. The 3 Series comes standard with a sunroof that lets light into the car and creates a sense of spaciousness. The seat upholstery is made of durable synthetic leather, and the 18-inch wheels are shod with all-season Run-Flat tires. Combining all the features a family needs with a whole host of innovations, the 330i also delivers the luxury that is inherent in the BMW brand.

Mercedes C 300

Although the Mercedes C 300 is almost identical to the BMW 330i in terms of performance, it is still more focused on ride comfort than performance. Its mild hybrid drive makes driving very comfortable. Reviewers also praise the model for its performance, efficiency, and durability. As standard, the German horse provides power seats with memory and heated seats, dual-zone automatic climate control, and many other comfortable features that will make even a long family trip a success.

Audi A4 Sedan

Fans of the third major German brand praise it for not abandoning the production of station wagons. The standard equipment of the A4 sedan includes the Audi Quattro all-wheel-drive system and excellent design solutions. The 2.0-liter turbocharged engine is available in various power configurations depending on the chosen equipment. The A4 is also equipped with a host of technology features, such as driver assistance and an optional navigation package that includes Adaptive Cruise Control with Prediction (ACC). Thanks to the sporty suspension, the model provides more predictable handling characteristics.

Kia Stinger

Experts call the Stinger one of the most underrated cars. For a reasonable price, this midsize sedan offers a lot. You can choose either all-wheel drive with torque vectoring or rear-wheel drive with a limited-slip differential. The electronically controlled suspension is tuned for high-speed driving. The model makes it easy to maneuver at low speeds, and the characteristics of the maximum configuration almost enter the territory of supercars. Add to this a spacious trunk, heated and ventilated front seats, a 15-speaker Harman Kardon Premium audio system, a sporty steering wheel, and enhanced safety features and you get even more than you ever expected to see in a family car.

Toyota Camry TRD

Everyone knows the Toyota Camry as a popular family car, but not everyone knows about the more sporty Toyota Racing Development (TRD) trim. It features a more stylish design and equipment aimed at a lively driving style. The balance of excellent performance, space, and safety proves it: Camry is not a boring car, but an ideal choice for family travel and fun trips.

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