Updated: 29 January 2024
Choosing a car that fits your lifestyle is always a good idea, so what makes a good used family car? Well, anything that helps to keep the kids (or grown-ups) comfortable, safe and quiet is a must, and having a car spacious enough to cope with the clutter that comes with family life can make trips go more smoothly.
Here, we’ve listed our 10 outright favourites – there’s something for every family, from cost-effective hatchbacks to premium-brand SUVs. If you’ve got a smaller family or simply want a more compact car, we’ve put together a separate guide to the best used small family cars.