Let’s face it: Your family car isn’t just a car; it’s a family game room, on-the-go diaper changing station, nap time hack, rolling movie theater, nursing room, singalong spot, solo Mom sanctuary, and,  obviously, a safe mode of transport for you and your brood. So when you’re in the market for a new set of wheels, you’re probably wondering: What sort of do-it-all vehicle do you need—and how do you sift through the traffic jam of choices?
You’re in the right place! We combed through expert reviews and rankings to help make your family car-shopping decisions easier. So whether you’re looking for a roomie sedan, an eight-person people mover, or a stylish SUV, here are the best family cars for 2025.

Best SUVs for Families in 2025

Kia EV9

The Kia EV9 from the back, one of the best family cars of 2025
Kia

Capacity: Seats 7 across three rows

What the Experts Say: If you’re looking for a car that’s got plenty of hype and lives up to the accolades, you can’t go wrong with the Kia EV9. For starters, it scored both World Car of the Year and World Electric Vehicle at the 2024 World Car Awards. Still not convinced? Car and Driver magazine praises the electric vehicle for its “thoughtful design, high levels of comfort, and accommodating third-row seats.” According to Edmunds, it’s a suitable choice for families who want to transition into the electric realm without compromising on much of anything. Also, compared to other electric cars on the market, it’s a relative bargain—and who doesn’t like a good deal?

Notable Features: This all-electric SUV has everything a family could possibly want in a vehicle, from a spacious third row and heated seats to mood lighting. For those long car rides, families can keep the kiddos distracted with its 14-speaker Meridian Premium Audio System that delivers quality sound to all areas of the car, whether you’re blasting the latest Kidz Bop album or family-favorite show tunes.

In terms of safety features, the EV9 is equipped with auto emergency braking technology, a blind spot view monitor, parking sensors, and highway driving assist. Plus, it can charge pretty quickly for an electric car, gaining power from 10 to 80 percent in as little as 24 minutes.

Starting MSRP: $54,900

Online: Kia.com

Kia Telluride 

a picture of one of the best family cars 2024, a kia telluride
Kia

Capacity: Seats 8 across three rows

What the Experts Say: Stylish, roomy, and rugged, Edmunds gives this year’s Kia Telluride an 8.4 out of 10, making it a solid option for your next family car—one that testers say “feels like a luxury car that costs twice as much.” The three-row crossover has strong, smooth brakes that are easy to control and can “bring the Telluride to a halt in a hurry.” Aside from functionality, experts praise the Telluride for its comfort, from supportive seats to the fact that “outside noise barely works its way inside” (safe for long rides when your kiddo needs a nap!).

Notable Features: A top-tier winner for safety, the Kia Telluride was named an IIHS Top Safety Pick in 2024 and features 17 standard advanced collision-avoidance and driver assistance features, blind-spot monitoring, a backup camera, a lane departure warning, and stability control.

Beyond being safe enough that you can feel your best while cruising to sports practice or heading out on a road trip, it’s also highly functional. There are USB ports sprinkled throughout the three rows so every kid has a fully charged device, and remote start and climate control features that can be adjusted via a smart device. Plus, it’s equipped with a voice assistant so you can get stuff done without taking your hands off the wheel.

Starting MSRP: $36,190

Online: Kia.com

Honda CR-V/ CR-V Hybrid

honda's crv and crv-hybrid are two of the best family cars of 2025
Honda

Capacity: Seats 5 across two rows

What the Experts Say: Consistently finishing as the best-selling Honda every year since 2017, reviewers call the reasonably priced CR-V “the benchmark small SUV for families,” with Car and Driver saying that the 2025 model boasts “pleasant driving dynamics, solid build quality, and just-right balance of infotainment knobs and screens.” They like the CR-V so much that they ranked it #1 in their list of Best Compact SUVs, praising its handling and generous set of driver-assist features.

Notable Features: Safety features include standard blind spot monitoring, forward collision warning, automatic emergency braking, driver-attention monitoring (to keep you from nodding off in traffic), traffic sign recognition, and a back-seat reminder to help you remember your most precious passengers. If you’re looking to save on gas money, the hybrid model delivers an impressive 40 mpg, which will make up for the slightly higher sticker price. Do you have a lot of baby gear to haul? Edmunds calls the CR-V’s more than 39 cubic feet of cargo space “cavernous” (it’s one of the largest in its class)—meaning you’ll get your groceries and your stroller inside, no problem.

Starting MSRP: $30,100/$34,650 for the hybrid model

Online: Honda.com/cr-v

Subaru Crosstrek

a picture of one of the best family cars 2024, the Subaru Crosstrek

Capacity: Seats 5 across two rows

What the Experts Say: The Crosstrek is Subaru’s smallest and most affordable SUV that Car and Driver says has “above average off-road capability,” perfect for weekend adventures. It also comes standard with a slew of safety features that’ll make you feel good putting your village inside, whether you’re headed to the mountains or the mall. Subaru was named Consumer Reports’ top overall car brand last year based on reliability, owner satisfaction, safety, and road-test scores.

Notable Features: The brand’s fastest-selling SUV has updated interior and exterior stylings on its 2025 model. For starters, it has an upgraded multi-media system with an 11.6-inch screen and Subaru EyeSight® Driver Assist Technology to help keep you safer behind the wheel, plus blind spot monitoring, lane departure warning, and stability control. Got wigglers? The seat belt warning system will audibly alert you (with a progressively louder alarm) if any of your passengers are unbuckled.

Starting MSRP: $25,810

Online: Subaru.com

Toyota Grand Highlander Hybrid

The Toyota Grand Highlander is one of the best family cars of 2025
Toyota

Capacity: Seats 8 across three rows (7 if you opt for captain’s chairs in the second row)

What the Experts Say: This “well-rounded family hauler” is the hybrid version of Toyota’s popular midsize three-row SUV, one of Edmundstop recommendations in its class. Improving on the Highlander’s limited cargo space and tight third row, this grander option has an impressively roomy interior, improved cargo space, and a smooth and steady drive. Car and Driver ranked it their top midsize hybrid SUV. Whether you’re doing school drop-offs or running errands with the kiddos, you’ll get there safely and efficiently, which is why they call it “a sterling family-focussed transportation tool.”

Notable Features: Drivers who crave speed will be wowed by the hybrid’s Max powertrain option (0-60 in 5.6 seconds, says Car and Driver), but for carpools and school runs the base powertrain is good to go (and much more affordable!). Like with all its models, safety is a priority here, with panoramic camera views, a digital rearview mirror for when the trunk’s overflowing, emergency braking with pedestrian detection, and a cool “see-through” feature that shows which traffic markings are under your car.

For those long car rides, kids will be all eyes up with the optional panoramic moonroof, which gives a sleek window to the sky. You’ll also stave off the “Are we there yets?” with in-car wifi, seven USB-C charging ports spread throughout the cabin, and 13 (!) cupholders for all their stuff.

Starting MSRP: $45,380

Online: Toyota.com

Hyundai Santa Fe Hybrid

the hyundai santa fe hybrid is one of the best family cars of 2025
Hyundai

Capacity:  Seats 7 or 8 across three rows

What the Experts Say: This hybrid SUV was named one of Autotrader’s Best New Cars in 2024. Edmunds praises the Santa Fe Hybrid for its “smooth and responsive power” and “big boost in mpg”—up to an estimated 36 mpg in combined driving with a minimal lift in price compared to the standard Santa Fe. Plus, if you plan on hitting the road this year, Car & Driver says it “looks rugged, but it’s a softie underneath that’s pleasing for road trips and commutes.”

Notable Features: The Santa Fe Hybrid has a special six-speed automatic transmission that makes driving a breeze. On the interior, you’ll find three rows with two captain chairs and premium Nappa leather upholstery to give it a more luxurious feel. It also features impressive technology, including two wireless charging pads, a 12.3-inch touchscreen infotainment system, and a digital key that gives you access to your car from your phone.

Most importantly, it’s loaded with safety features, like a full-display digital rearview mirror, highway driving assist (you can go hands-free for about a mile!) and lane centering, remote smart parking assist, driver attention warning, and rear occupant alert.

Starting MSRP  $37,700

Online Hyundaiusa.com

Chevrolet Tahoe

The Chevrolet Tahoe is one of the best family cars of 2025
Chevrolet

Capacity: Seats 8 across three rows

What the Experts Say: If you’ve got a big family—and maybe a dog or three—then you’ll want to put the pedal to the medal in this spacious SUV. Car and Driver says it has “plenty of room for hauling people and cargo, and plenty of towing capacity as well.” In addition, the three-row vehicle has a new and upgraded infotainment system in its 2025 model that Edmunds says is “bright, responsive, and—most importantly—easy to navigate.” The cavernous ride earned a number-one spot in C&D’s list of Best Large SUVs, so it’s no wonder it’s been called “as faithful a companion as a golden retriever.”

Notable Features: The beautiful new dash is one of the most exciting changes to the 2025 Chevrolet Tahoe. For starters, the screen went from 10.2 to a massive 17.7 inches, complete with Google, Apple CarPlay, and Android Auto, and is slightly tilted towards the driver for visibility. It’s also got a 15-inch head-up display so you never miss a thing even if things are chaotic in the back seat.  What’s even more notable is the upgraded safety features, from automatic emergency braking and blind-spot warnings to adaptive cruise control and a 360-degree camera view.  It’s got a towing capacity of 8400 pounds, nearly as much as some full-size pickup trucks, and power steps to help get people in and out of the vehicle—a helpful hack for, say, the in-laws or newly-toddling toddlers.

Starting MSRP: $58,500

Online: Chevrolet.com

Related: 24 Games You Can Play in the Car on Your Next Road Trip

Best Minivans for Families in 2025

Toyota Sienna

The vacuum cleaner built into the Toyota Sienna, one of the best family cars of 2025
Toyota

Capacity: 7 or 8 across three rows

What the Experts Say: Like it or not, the minivan is the most practical family-mover around (once you get one, you’ll get it), with the Toyota Sienna ranking number one in Kelly Blue Book’s lists of Best Minivans for 2025. KBB reviewers called the Sienna “infinitely practical and ever-dependable” while praising its “class-leading resale value” and “adult-friendly third row.”  Car and Driver calls the hybrid-only model the “most fuel-efficient minivan” thanks to its standard hybrid powertrain.

Notable Features: Aside from all that space, the interior is a standout with its tech-savvy features including several USB-C ports, an intercom system, and tri-zone climate control to ensure everyone’s comfortable. Its safety features are also ahead of the curve, like an advanced rear seat reminder that lets you know if you forgot a kiddo in the car (it will even text or call you if you miss the alert!). The IIHS top safety pick also offers all-wheel drive, radar cruise control, automatic emergency braking, and lane-keeping assistance. 

Oh, and we can’t forget about the built-in vacuum and fridgebox on limited and platinum models, a parent’s dream for keeping snacks cool on the road and cleaning up all those Goldfish crumbs.

Starting MSRP: $39,185

Online: Toyota.com

Kia Carnival Hybrid

The reclining captain's chairs in the Kia Carnival Hybrid make the minivan one of the best family cars of 2025
Kia

Capacity: 7 or 8, depending on the trim, across three rows

What the Experts Say: Nervous about joining Team Minivan? The 2025 Kia Carnival Hybrid may make it a little easier with its luxurious interior and boxy aesthetic that does its best to make it appear less minivan-ish. Edmunds points out its “distinctive styling” with “lots of features for the price” and some of the most comfortable seats in the minivan space. The three-row vehicle is “powerful, refined, and pleasant to drive,” says Car and Driver, who also point out that the ride is smooth, the cabin is quiet, and the handling is secure. 

Notable Features: Climb inside this roomy set of wheels and you may forget all about that SUV you once wanted.  The Carnival’s interior feels like a higher-end luxury car, with optional leather trim and a sprawling infotainment system that stretches across the dashboard (the 8-inch screen comes standard; the 12.3-inch dual screen is optional). A massive middle console lets you stash all your road trip goodies where the kids can’t see them, and seven USB ports spread across the vehicle will keep everyone plugged in for the ride.

For kids who want to ride like the VIPs they are, the second-row captain’s seats have an optional one-touch relaxation mode that offers a full recline, raised power footrests, heating, and ventilation—with available 14.6-inch rear screen displays so second-row passengers can stream their favorite media while cruising. There’s also a ton of space, with Car and Driver reviewers reporting they fit 14 carry-on suitcases behind the third row of seats and a whopping 48 in total with the seats folded down.

As for safety, the Kia has a slew of standard features, including lane-keeping assist, automated emergency braking with pedestrian detection, automatic high-beam headlamps, and blind-spot monitoring. The available Passenger View with Night Vision display on the touch screen lets you peek in on passengers in the 2nd- and 3rd-rows, even at night. There’s also a two-way intercom system from the front seats to the back, so your kids can’t act like they can’t hear you—even in the third row.

Starting MSRP: $40,800

Online: Kia.com

Honda Odyssey

The newly designed bumpers on the Honda Odyssey, one of the best family cars of 2025
Honda

Capacity: 8 across three rows

What the Experts Say: You can’t talk about minivans without mentioning the Honda Odyssey, which has been the best-selling minivan in the US for more than a decade. The quintessential Mom Car snagged the #1 spot in both Motor Trend and US News and World Reports’ list of Best Minivans, with the former lauding its “clever family features” and “surprisingly pleasant driving experience,” while US News praised its “good handling,” “some cool tech in the cabin,” and  “lots of standard safety features.” Edmunds concludes that the Odyssey “offers an enjoyable ride that leaves little room for complaint”—because you’ve probably got more than enough of that coming from the back seat!

Notable Features: Who says a minivan can’t have some pep in its step? With a powerful engine that “drives better than a minivan should,” the Odyssey pushes 280 horsepower to its front wheels through its 10-speed automatic transmission, making for a smooth ride in both school zones and mountain passes (even without four-wheel drive). Though it’s been consistently loved with few overhauls, the 2025 edition has some tweaks to the styling, with a new grille and bumpers,  and tech (now a 7-inch digital instrument display and 12.8-inch infotainment touchscreen).

Safety features include all of Honda’s standard Sensing tools, adaptive cruise control, emergency braking, lane keep assist, blind-spot monitoring, and rear cross-traffic alert. Like the Carnival, the Odyssey has a Cabin Watch and Cabin Talk system that lets you see your second and third-row passengers and talk through an intercom to get their attention. Also for squabbling siblings, the Magic Slide second-row seats allow you to separate (at least two of) your kids by sliding the seats apart in the second row. Or, to keep kids distracted, the available 10.2-inch video screen can play DVDs or streaming media—or play the “How Much Farther” app, which lets kids track their trip by watching an animated screen. If all that didn’t have you dreaming in minivan, Honda’s in-car vacuum might put you over the edge. Car crumbs be gone!

Starting MSRP: $41,920

Online: Honda.com

Related: Mystery Road Trips Are Perfect for All Kinds of Families—Even Yours

Best Family Sedans in 2025

Honda Accord

The interior of the Honda Accord, one of the best family cars for 2025
Honda

Capacity: 5 across two rows

What the Experts Say: If you’ve got a small family and don’t plan on taking the kids, the dog, and the gear anywhere anytime soon, the Accord offers an affordable, reliable ride with more space than you’d expect. Autoweek called it “exceptionally spacious inside,” with ” more trunk space than most people will ever need.” The Accord ranks #1 in Car and Driver’s list of Best Midsize Family Sedans, where they call it a “slam dunk” for its “spacious, well-equipped and practical” interior, handling that’s “a cut above,” and fuel efficiency.

Notable Features: If you’re looking to save money on gas, opt for the hybrid model, which gets  51 mpg city and 48 mpg highway (even the non-hybrid is impressive, at 29 mpg city and 37 mpg highway). The available 12.3-inch touchscreen with wireless connectivity is a nice addition, and safety features include standard automated emergency braking, lane-departure warning, road departure mitigation (which adjusts the steering wheel if you cross lanes without signaling), blind spot indicators, adaptive cruise control, and traffic sign recognition. As for space, you can get three car seats in the second row, according to Kelly Bluebook, and the trunk space is spacious enough for your stroller and a load of groceries.

Starting MSRP: $28,295

Online: Automobiles.honda.com

Toyota Camry Hybrid

A white Toyota Camry parked outside a restaurant, one of the best family cars of 2025
Toyota

What the Experts Say:  There’s a reason the Camry has been the bestselling sedan in the US for more than 20 years. According to Car and Driver, the Toyota staple is “popular for its affordability, spaciousness, and efficiency.” Edmunds also praises its “composed ride over bumps” and “quiet and roomy interior” that’s ideal for families that need lots of space. While the price point for the hybrid model is a bit higher, we think it’s worth the extra expense for the Earth-impressing 51 mpg you’ll get on your drive.

Notable Features: The peppy sedan is touted for its smooth and quiet ride, in addition to its standard Safety Sense-3.0, which includes forward collision warning and automatic emergency braking with pedestrian detection, plus lane departure warning with steering assist. Blind spot warning and rear cross-traffic warning are available as options.  While it’s no SUV, the Camry has a good amount of space—it will fit two car seats (forward-facing and/or rear-facing) comfortably in the back row but don’t expect to squeeze a third one in, according to this review. In addition, its 15.1 cubic feet of cargo space can fit a standard stroller with room to spare (See this reviewer’s “Luggage Test” to see how big it is.)

Starting MSRP: $28,400

Online: Toyota.com/camry

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