Although there is a COVID vaccine on the horizon, the reality is that COVID will be with us for some time and in some form.

That means we should choose to be optimistic about the present and the future, and continue out lives in the most proactive way possible. That might mean once again changing your holiday plans and opting for a staycation.

What’s bad about that?

A staycation allows you to visit places locally that you didn’t know existed, it let’s you learn about the culture and history of your surroundings and save money at the same time.  Perhaps some of that money could be reinvested in a new family car to enjoy your staycation in style and comfort. 

In this article post we look at some of the best family cars on the market. There are a range of choices here to suit all family types and sensibilities. If you like cars that are flashy or luxury, read about the 1 Series and the A-Class; for family cars that lean toward the more practical side, read instead about the Focus and the Ceed. 

BMW 1 Series 

If you’re a brand oriented person you will know the significance of buying a car that gives a good impression. The BMW 1 Series is one of those cars. The 1 Series has been around for so long now, in many different incarnations, that people know it when they see it. This is a brand car that won’t let you down. 

The BMW 1 Series combines comfort with style. On the outside the 1 Series is how you might expect it to be. It’s flashy and slick, and available in several trims. It stacks up on the inside too with luxury interiors and extra room in the back for your kids. 

If you’re into cars and you buy the 1 Series model regularly, you will notice it has changed from a rear wheel drive to front wheel drive. This actually gives it better performance as a family vehicle. You can buy the 1 Series as a petrol or diesel car, each type features a 16-inch wheel.

Ford Focus

2021 is stacking up to be another year of pandemic lockouts and restrictions, that means that if you haven’t yet sorted out your travel arrangements or some alternative holiday plans, it’s time to start thinking about it. You need a reliable car to take your family on a memorable stay cation this summer. 

If you need a reliable family car for this reason, or for any other, look no further than the Ford Focus. OK so a Ford Focus doesn’t sound like the flashiest car in the world — it probably won’t win any prizes for its outward appeal – but that’s not where the real value of this car lies. 

The Ford Focus is designed as an all round family car and that’s what it delivers on. It gives you space where you need space and power and strength where you need a reliable engine. The car gives you the perfect balance of speed and grip on the road and offers its services in a petrol or diesel engine. 

Honda Civic

Family cars don’t have to be boring practical affairs, however. If you like a bit of style to go with your everyday life there are some options available. The BMW 1 Series is one such example. Another is the Honda Civic. The Honda Civic is that cool looking futuristic car you see in supermarket car parks.  

Honda took a slightly different approach to developing their family car. They combined practicality with style and price, to deliver a vehicle that competed with the 1 series but functions like the Focus. You will find plenty of room in the back for your kids, coupled with a low slung drivers seat, similar to a sports car.  

The Honda Civic is a car you won’t be embarrassed about when you go to collect your kids from school, nor will you miss out on performance when you take your family on weekend day trips post lockdown, or on staycations. You can choose between a petrol or diesel engine for the Civic, but trims are somewhat limited. 

Kia Ceed 

To say that the Kia Ceed is not outwardly appealing and would be inaccurate. The fact is that it looks the way you might expect a workhorse family car to look these days, clean, shiny, and sleek. Still, in comparison to some of the other cars on the list, you have to say the Ceed is somewhat understated. 

That won’t put you off if you’re in the market for a steady reliable car in the same league as the Ford Focus. On the contrary, you will be enthused by the wonderful perks on offer with the Kia Ceed. These include no less than seven trim options to personalise the vehicle for your family, and a warranty of seven years. 

Before investing in a Kia Ceed for your family, investigate the various trim options you have available. Certain trims will cost more but that might be worth it to have the type of wheels and infotainment system best suited to you and your family. 

Mercedes Benz A-Class

So far we have dealt with practical family cars and the ones with a bit more style. Now it’s time to look at one from. The luxury class. Luxury family cars guarantee a standard of internal and external quality along with the latest technology and status brand. For some people this is worth the investment. 

When you buy a Mercedes A-Class you buy a model of vehicle with a long tradition. They are renowned for their modern look, luxury interior and high level technology that rivals the latest and best in its class. You will notice this right away when you get behind the wheel for a test drive. 

The higher level trims in this model come with a digital display on each side. These digital displays join up in the center creating a full length touch screen digital dashboard. You might only have seen something of this kind in a sci-fi movie, or in your dreams.