Best car for a young family with a baby

Posted by: annacathryn

13th Jan 2014 03:38pm

My husband and I are expecting a baby and are looking to buy a new car but we disagree on what is important. I want something practical like a station wagon, but he wants something a bit more sporty. What are the most important things to look for in a car for a young family? Has anyone had the same disagreements and if so, how did you resolve them?

Catenary

4th May 2014 07:30pm

A Toyota Camty or Corolla station wagon is a great way to go. I have had a succession of Toyotas, over the years from the time of young children onwards. Loading a pram or pusher and the weekly shop is easier into a station wagon. BIG PLUS - over the years, my mechanic has thanked me on several occasions for giving him Toyotas to service. Some of the other Asian name cars are absolute dogs to work on, which of course pushes up the cost of service and repairs.

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