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Family-Friendly Used Cars: Safety Features and Recommendations

Safety Features to Look for in Used Cars for Families

Looking for a family-friendly used car? If you're unsure what to buy, keep safety, reliability, suitability and budget at the forefront when searching for a new vehicle. Tony Lahood Motors has a range of minivans, SUVs and hatchbacks available.

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To help you make an intelligent investment, read through this list of tips on what to look for when shopping for your next family car.

Safety features

Car safety is usually at the top of the list for parents looking for a new or secondhand used car.

Start by consulting the ANCAP safety rating, as this is the independent and trusted voice on vehicle safety for Australia and New Zealand.

Standard safety features like airbags, anti-lock brakes and traction control are standard across most cars. However, many of the best secondhand cars also have extra safety features. Some of these include:

• Automatic Emergency Braking

• Lane Departure Warning

• Adaptive Cruise Control

• Blind Spot Monitoring

• Rearview Camera and Parking Sensors

• Adaptive Headlights

• Electronic Stability Control

If you find a secondhand car you like, research the options available for the specific make and model, and then take it for a drive.

Suitability

Don't buy a Mazda3 hatchback if you have four children and a dog; it won't work. Consider your family's size now and in the future. Most people keep cars for at least five years, so plan to accommodate your family's changing needs.

How will you use your car?

• Consider an SUV with a roo bar if you want a used car that can handle long road trips.

• Choose a smaller, more economical vehicle if you're using it for the school run.

Budget

On a tight budget but want to maintain safety and boot space? Tony Lahood Motors can help you find a secondhand car that fits your budget and requirements. We also offer car financing. Our vehicles range from under $10,000 to under $5,000.

Top 5 family-friendly cars in Australia

Mazda CX-9: a fabulous drive with a 5-star ANCAP safety rating, easy to drive, and economical.

Subaru Outback: a popular choice for families in Australia for years. It has a 5-star ANCAP safety rating and a generous boot that you can quickly expand.

Kia Sorento: a seven-seater vehicle perfect for families.

Toyota Kluger Hybrid: spacious and comfortable seating it also has a 5-star ANCAP safety rating. View our secondhand Toyotas.

Which car should you choose?

Assess your needs and preferences before deciding, and don't waste another weekend trawling showrooms or car yards when Tony Lahood Motors can offer you the perfect secondhand car for your family.

Tony Lahood Motors – the best used cars

We're here to save you time, money, and hassle so you can sit back and relax while we do the work. Whether you need a second-hand family friendly car right now or you're just looking around at what used cars are available in Sydney, Tony Lahood Motors has you covered.

Explore our extensive range of the best used family friendly cars in Australia at our Parramatta Road car yard and remember our excellent car finance options.