Getting the right car for your family is normally one of the top priorities when you discover you have a baby on the way. You need to ensure that your car has the safety, comfort and practicality needed to make travelling with your family as stress-free as possible.

The good news is that cars are safer and comfier than ever. If your family is growing, and you have two or more children to drive around, then you might need to get something bigger, better suited for more little passengers. So we’ve put our heads together and come up with a list of the best cars for growing families.

Nissan Qashqai

One of the most popular family cars ever made, the Nissan Qashqai really kicked off the crossover SUV craze that has changed the family market. But away from the hype, it continues to be one of the best models on the road. It makes fantastic use of the interior space available, especially if you go for the ‘+2’ version that adds another row of seating.

Skoda Kodiaq

One of the most spacious family cars on the market, the Skoda Kodiaq is an estate that has practicality as its priority. But it also has elements that give it more of a premium quality, such as very comfortable seating and an interior design that’s easy on the eye. Designed for cruising along motorways, it’s ideal for those who regularly have to do long road journeys.

Skoda Superb Estate

Slightly smaller and much more affordable than the Kodiaq, the Skoda Superb Estate is another car that maximises the space available. Rear legroom is especially large, so you can transport your kids from their tots through to teenage years.

BMW X7

At the higher end of the price scale, the BMW X7 combines premium quality with practicality needed for families. It’s one of the most fun family cars to drive, especially when the family aren’t squabbling in the back! The interior is beautifully designed, a match with the other BMWs that are designed more for professionals than parents. You can comfortably fit seven inside this car too, so a great large family car all-round.

Citroen C4 Grand Picasso

When you think of the Picasso, you probably think of the fantastic advert where the robot arms paint Picasso-inspired graphics across the body. But over a decade later, you should be thinking of it as one of the best family cars on the market. Adjustable seating gives you flexibility if you don’t need room for seven, and the range of economical diesel engines leaves more money in your pocket for your children.

Ford Grand Tourneo Connect

Sometimes bigger is not always beautiful, but if you need a car that has the maximum amount of size to price ratio, then you can’t do much better than the Ford Grand Tourneo Connect. The sliding doors are ideal for getting children in and out of the car, especially when you need to squeeze in tight spaces. You can always adjust the seats into different setups, giving you even more interior space when needed.

Hyundai i800

Another massive family car, the Hyundai i800 looks almost like a van with added windows and seating. With eight seats, it can take the largest of growing families from A to B. If you don’t need all those seats, then there are plenty of configurations you can employ to fit buggies, baggage and everything else that’s needed to keep your family happy.

Peugeot 5008

One of the better looking large family cars on the market, the quality of the Peugeot 5008 isn’t just down to its handsome looks. There is a spacious interior around all the seats, so more elbow room and less elbowing each other. Another interesting feature is the USB ports in the middle seats. So if you are using technology to keep your passengers entertained, then you can keep their batteries fully charged and avoid any screen related meltdowns.

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