Safe and Inexspensive Parent Friendly Cars

Parent Friendly Cars

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Parents worry over the safety of their kids so it would only make sense to make a list of the safest cars out there. Reliability and quality would also be close behind on the list of must have attributes.
For this list we have searched across the web, taking into consideration information found from Consumer Reports, Edmunds, KBB and our own team for the best "Parentmobiles" out there.

For safety measures, we looked at Insurance Institute for Highway Safety's (IIHS) past favorites. To be one of the "favorites" the car had to pass crash tests with a "Good" average.

Costs for 5 year average is based on normal attributing factors: Insurance, fuel, tax and maintenance.

Who would appreciate the vehicles are based off of how much room, visibility, and ease of access for the little ones as they grow up.



Small Car             Price              Cost for 5 Years Est.                 MPG              For Who? 

Honda Fit           $15,000             $5,100                                         27/33          Small Kids-Teens
Honda Civic       $14,000             $5,950                                         26/34          Small Kids-Teens
Toyota Corolla   $14,000             $5,550                                         27/35          Small Kids-Teens

Family Car             Price              Cost for 5 Years Est.                 MPG              For Who? 

Honda Accord    $16,000             $6,500                                          21/31              Kids-Teens
Nissan Altima     $16,000             $6,700                                         33/33          Small Kids-Teens
Mazda6               $11,000             $6,950                                         24/31           Small Kids-Kids
Ford Fusion        $19,000             $7,350                                         17/24          Small Kids-Teens

SUV                       Price              Cost for 5 Years Est.                 MPG              For Who? 

Honda CRV        $17,000            $7,200                                         20/26            Small Kids-Kids
Mit.Outlander     $16,000            $7,700                                         17/24            Small Kids-Teens
Ford Flex            $29,000           $10,200                                        16/22            Small Kids-Kids
Kia Sorento        $16,000           $8,100                                           15/22                    Kids


These are all great options for about every parent out there. Minivans were not part of the list because, naturally, they are designed for above factors already. We simply wanted to show alternatives. Maybe a Father's Day gift is something the whole Family can enjoy!

Mitsubishi Outlander. Protecting the Ones You Love

Mitsubishi Outlander

Top Crossover SUV for Families

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Searching for a vehicle that will fit the whole family is harder than one would think. Finding a vehicle that's versatile and safe is on the top of lists for many. A great family vehicle should be reliable, spacious, versatile, comfortable and safe (if the vehicle had some style as well it wouldn't hurt). After reading various articles on how to solve this dilemma, the 2009 Mitsubishi Outlander stood out, and this is why. 

Performance: With SUV's known as not being the most fun to drive vehicles, the Outlander breaks though that barrier with a bang.  The stylish athletic look of the vehicle suggests the way the crossover handles, sporty and fun. Outlander ES/SE are equiped with 2.4L four cylinder engine creating 168 horses. The bigger XLS comes with a 3.0L V6 for a boost of 220 hp. Outlanders come with 2WD or AWD options. AWD can shift between 2WD, Auto 4WD, and Full 4WD depending on where you are. 

MPG: V4 20/25 city/highway. V6 17/24 city/highway. 

Body: Cream of the Crop. XLS comes with the luxury features such as: third row seat, hands-free bluetooth, auto climate control, roof rails, key-less entry, heated mirrors, alloy wheels and more. The Outlander holds 72.6 cubic feet with the rear seats down, which is great among the other competitors in its class. Kbb reviews said that the 2009 Outlander is most likely the top vehicle for tech-savvy customers. 

Reliability: According to edmunds car reviews and MSN Autos the Outlanders reliability has been outstanding for years now. No significant or even moderate problems (for V4 & V6) have affected the majority of these crossover SUV's for years. Families can drive this vehicle with ease of mind as long as they take care of regular maintenance. 

Safety: This is where the Outlander really shines. Featuring: anti-lock disc brakes, stability control, front and side curtain airbags and more come equipped on even the standard model. Earning impressive scores across the board, the Outlander achieved 5 star ratings in nearly every category. 

Overall: This vehicle would be recommended for most families. Acknowledging the fact that not all family cars need to be minivans, the stylish Outlander steps it up. The Outlander is a vehicle that will take a family anywhere they need to go thanks to 4WD, with decent millage, peace of mind with reliability and safety, all for a very reasonable price. 

Photos of the Mistubishi Outlander 2009 in our Inventory. Take a look.

  

  

Photos of the Mistubishi Outlander 2008 in our Inventory. Take a look. 

  

  

Some Nissan Love

Notable Nissan's 

Nissan was a pioneer in the automotive industry, dating back to the early 1900's under the name of Kwaishinsha Motor Car Works. In 1934, Kwaishinsha was converted to the world wide known Nissan name. Nissan became a major player in America in the 1970's which then lead to manufacturing in the States during the 80's. Today, it is one of the most recommended foreign cars manufacturers. 

Nissan has done well over the years in every department. Affordable family sedans such as the Maxima and Altima come to everyone's mind. On the other hand, the power hungry 370Z proves that Nissan can do much more than just make great family vehicles. 

Nissan Altima: As the Altima closes in on nearly two decades on a car that is practical and also a blast to drive. Making the list of being one of the most family friendly sedans according to Kelly Blue Book's list of 10 Best Family Cars of 2013, the Altima continues gathering respect from consumers. The 2013 version has also been setting a benchmark for other top competitors for fulfilling expectations and doing the little things on top. The older versions, 2007-2012, excelled at being a budget friendly alternative to the bigger companies. Leading car review companies acknowledge that this version of the Altima (especially the V6) were superbly fun to drive while not sacrificing comfort at the same time. 

2010 Altima in our Inventory. Take a look.

  

Nissan Cube: Styling of the modern day with a touch of Picasso love. One of the latest blocky hatchbacks available, the Cube has grown to fit the niche of a an electric, modern, unique and bigger customers. With the boxy design, big and tall people will appreciate the amount of head room this vehicle holds and their legs wont be complaining either. Lots of room and above average mpg, can anyone say road trip? 

2009 Nissan Cube in our Inventory. Take a look.

  

Nissan Xterra: Active and Adventurous customers instantly love the Xterra. Taking you anywhere off the beaten path, limitations aren't even in the Xterra's vocabulary. Solid build and reliability translates into pure confidence when you're out in the boonies adventuring with friends. The 4.0L V6 engine is powerful and strives to be the best with 261 hp. Packed with a first aid kit, adjustable cargo rack and more just adds to the dirt hungry vehicle. 

2005 Nissan Xterra in our Inventory. Take a look.

  

Nissan Quest: A constantly improving minivan that's gaining on their competitors. While beginning models where nothing to boast about, the latest couple have gained in leaps and bounds. The Quest took a step out from competitors with bold styling and interior. As far as minivans go, this one is takes an aggressive look. The current version holds a 3.5L V6 engine with 260 hp, not bad for a minivan. Simply smooth and powerful. 

2006 Nissan Quest in our Inventory. Take a look.

  

  

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