Kelly Blue Book recently published a ranking of a variety of styles of family vehicles. It was measured across 21 different categories, and the winners of each category received an award. These rankings are important to look at when a family is looking to purchase or trade to get a new vehicle. Safety is, and always should be, the number one purchase point to look at. Here are three top-rated family vehicle categories for safety along with the top performers in each class.
Sedans
The 2016 Honda Civic was rated the safest sedan, and it is also happens to be the most affordable top car for families. The 2016 Hyundai Sonata ranked second in the sedan category thanks to its safety rating, which is paired with an affordable value and a wide variety feature. Finally, the 2016 Kia Optima is a midsize sedan known for safety and affordability.
3-Row SUVs
Consumers interested in buying cars that make life easier as well as being top-rated in safety will find these award winning, spacious 3-Row SUVs to their liking. The 2016 Nissan Pathfinder provides a safe, secure and spacious driving experience because it tops the list for safety in its category. Some companies, like Quebedeaux Buick GMC, know that finding a safe vehicle is of the utmost importance. 2016 Toyota Highlander is a safe, practical vehicle, which comfortably seats up to eight people. Finally, the 2016 Honda Pilot is a top-rated safety SUV known for being as family-friendly as a minivan without actually being one.
2-Row SUVs
2-Row SUVs seek to combine safety and spacious convenience. The top subcompact SUV in this category for family vehicles is the 2016 Honda HR-V, which is also the safest and roomiest in the category. Honda also comes in next with 2016 Honda CR-V, which happens to the best-selling SUV in the country due to its consistently high safety ratings. Finally, the 2016 Subaru Outback finishes the at the number three spot for safety in 2-Row SUVs.
Remember to always check safety ratings for any vehicle purchased, especially a family vehicle or an older, used vehicle. Auto manufacturers usually try and improve safety ratings every year when a new line of vehicles are released, but often there will be automobiles, which have less than desirable safety ratings compared to previous models. As new designs come out and speed increasingly becomes emphasized, it is important to stay in touch with safety ratings and find manufacturers dedicated to improving safety as much as speed and performance for the sake of all families on the road.
