There are various transportation options available to new car buyers these days who want the safest family cars. The vehicles below deliver good fuel economy, low operating costs, and high safety levels at affordable prices. There will be a good choice for any family matching their needs, expectations, and budget!
2021 Toyota Sienna
For 2021, new family car buyers can add the redesigned Toyota Sienna to their list. The 2021 Toyota Sienna is its first makeover in over a decade. However, it’s worth the wait, having named the Sienna the “Best Buy” in the minivan category. There are two big things in this decision. First, the Toyota Sienna has a standard hybrid powertrain that assists it in achieving half the fuel economy of its nearest non-hybrid competitor. The second is the availability of all-wheel drive. Beyond these two new features, there’s plenty to choose from on a list that features both 2- and 3-row SUVs and minivans that meet the needs of small and large families.
2021 Kia K5
Kia K5 is the replacement for the Optima sedan. It is sportier, more luxurious, and better equipped than the Optima. As a result, Kia rates highly for crash safety. Thanks to its excellent crash test results, it is the organization’s highest honor. It also earned an overall safety rating of five out of five stars from the NHTSA. In addition, the IIHS named the K5 a 2021 “Top Safety Pick.”
Standard driver assistance features include:
- Forward collision warning
- A rearview camera
- Pedestrian detection
- Automatic emergency braking
- Lane departure warning
- Lane keep assist
- Driver drowsiness monitoring
- Automatic high-beam headlights
- Rear seat alert
Acura TLX
The 2021 Acura TLX finds itself among 20 other cars as an IIHS Top Safety Pick+. The IIHS safety results showed superior and good scores throughout each test. Every TLX comes standard with LED beam (low & high) projector headlamps. IIHS testing showed that the high-beam assist helped boost output while driving, and the low beam pattern was never too bright for oncoming traffic. In addition, the TLX comes standard with driver-assistant technology, like forward-collision warning and automated emergency braking, blind-spot monitor, lane-departure warning and lane-keeping assist, and rear cross-traffic alert. This car also features traffic sign recognition and an awareness monitor that will alert you if it senses you driving distracted.
Volvo XC90
Volvo is known to be building some of the safest cars throughout its history as an automaker. By using innovative safety features and ingenuity in engineering and design, the Volvo XC90 finds itself atop the list. In addition, Volvo does its best to keep people inside the vehicle safe, scoring an outstanding 97% for adult occupant protection and 87% for child occupants.
Above all, a perfect 100% vehicle safety assistance system sets the XC90 apart from other cars. While several cars on the list with moderate body styles manage to best their 70% for pedestrian protection, this is largely due to its size to be safe for pedestrian accidents. Finally, the Volvo XC90 makes for the safest family car on the road today.
Acura MDX
This family-friendly, functional, and competitively priced luxury Acura MDX SUV is comfortable, quick, and safe, with generous space for seven members. With a button, you can fold and slide the second row forward with a button for easy access to the third row. The 3.5-liter V6 is smooth and delivers more than adequate acceleration. In addition, most trims include safety systems like forward-collision avoidance and lane-keeping assist.
2021 Nissan Versa
The 2021 Nissan Versa is the least expensive car on this list, and it’s also one of the smallest. But, being the smallest, it still performs admirably in crash testing. The Versa received the highest rating from the IIHS inside and moderate overlap front crash testing. In addition, the NHTSA gave the Versa a five-star rating for side crash safety and a four-star rating for rollover safety. Nissan implements all 2021 Versa models with a forward collision warning, rearview camera, lane departure warning, pedestrian detection, automatic emergency braking, & automatic high beams as standard.
Subaru Forester
Its features include big doors, large windows, an excellent driving position, and spacious rear seating. In tests, the 2.5-liter four-cylinder and CVT averaged a near-class-leading 26 mpg overall. The driving and ride are supple, and handling is very secure, though not sporty. Controls are simple, and the infotainment and connectivity systems are updated with an easy-to-use touch screen. The X-Mode in the car is optional and gives the car some off-road ability. A backup camera is standard. The optional EyeSight system includes lane departure warning and front collision warning.
2021 Honda CR-V
The Honda CR-V has made it on the “12 Best Family Cars” once again, and it’s no real surprise. The CR-V has won numerous KBB accolades and the Kelley Blue Book Best Buy Awards five times. With a mix of pricing, space, practicality, safety, reliability, and resale value, the Honda CR-V continues to be easy to recommend. It’s truly a benchmark in the segment. The 2021 Honda CR-V trim level comes standard with the Honda Sensing system. This suite of advanced safety features and driver assists includes automatic emergency braking, road departure warning, lane-keeping assistance, and much more.
