Choosing the right type of car
From safety to space, and affordability to style, discover types of vehicles that meet every family's requirements.
SUV
Sport Utility Vehicles (SUVs), for families, offer plenty of space for passengers and their things. They have a higher ride height and make you feel tall on the road as well as the ability to handle various driving conditions. They're ideal for family road trips, daily commutes, and any adventure in between.
Seats5-7 seat options
Safety rating4-5 star average ratings
Boot spaceMedium to XL
Monthly cost£200 to £800+
Hatchback
Hatchbacks are small and compact cars that specialise in being affordable and easy. Their design maximised the boot space without being too big and bulky. For smaller families they’re a great option as they're so versatile and can handle anything from school runs and food shopping to a weekend staycation with ease.
Seats4-5 seat options
Safety rating4-5 star average ratings
Boot spaceSmall to Large
Monthly cost£150 to £400+
Saloon
Saloons have always had a reputation for being stylish and practical and that's still the case today. They're longer in the body than hatchbacks and crossovers giving you more room for the family inside and normally have nice deep boots.
Seats4-5 seat options
Safety rating4-5 star average ratings
Boot spaceMedium to Large
Monthly cost£250 to £800+
Estate
Estates are designed to give the most boot space and are great for families with active or adventurous lifestyles. They also come in handy when you are doing DIY and can fit in large loads with ease. Modern estates don't sacrifice on style either and they will still turn heads with the neighbours.
Seats5-7 seat options
Safety rating4-5 star average ratings
Boot spaceMedium to XL
Monthly cost£250 to £800+
MPV
MPVs or Multi-Purpose-Vehicles are designed to be spacious inside. They can come in up to 9 seats so they're great for larger families or when you need to play taxi for your kid's friends too. Along with the roomy interiors that also have decent boot sizes to make sure everyone's belongings can come along for the ride.
Seats5-9 seat options
Safety rating4-5 star average ratings
Boot spaceMedium to XL
Monthly cost£300 to £700+
Pickup
Pickups are typically not seen as a family car but they're still a great option for all families! Available with fuel engines or as an electric vehicle and with loads of space for the family, belongings and anything you might need to transport.
Seats2-5 seat options
Safety rating4-5 star average ratings
Boot spacen/a
Monthly cost£400+