Best Mom Cars

If you're a mom who cringes at the thought of driving a minivan or are tired of an SUV, you're not alone. While practicality and lots of space are a priority, "mom cars" don't have to sacrifice style, performance, or fun behind the wheel just to haul the kids around. Minivans and SUVs may offer space and convenience, but there are plenty of car options that combine family-friendly features with a sleek design and a bit of personality. From roomy sedans to sporty crossovers and stylish wagons, there are plenty of alternatives that give you the versatility and safety features you need with a little more personality. Let's dive into the best mom cars that allow you to have it all.

Under $50,000

Kia K5

The Kia K5 is a stylish midsize sedan with almost everything a family could want. It's comfortable, easy to drive, packed with features, and has 15.6 cubic feet of cargo space. Plus, the wide and low trunk opening makes for easy loading of bulky objects, while the second-row seatback releases make it convenient to load longer items. The cabin also offers plenty of spots, including a charging pad, a rubberized phone tray, and a big center armrest bin, to store personal items. Fitting a large infant seat should pose no problems, as the anchors are easy to access.

Edmunds Rating: 8.2 (out of 10)
Starting MSRP: $28,145

Toyota Prius

The Toyota Prius boasts stellar mpg — up to 57 mpg in real-world driving — but it's no longer the only reason to buy a Prius. It's actually enjoyable to drive and fitted with many helpful features. Plus, it has over 20 cubic feet of storage space behind the rear seats. Parking with kids in tow also can be tricky, so moms can take advantage of the Prius' Advanced Park feature to help steer the car into parking spaces, making parallel and tight-space parking easier.

Edmunds Rating: 8.1 (out of 10)
Starting MSRP: $29,045

Tesla Model Y

The Tesla Model Y was one of the first fully electric compact crossovers to hit the market, and it's essentially the standard by which all other entrants are judged, and for good reason. It's spacious, relatively comfortable, and packed with many technology features that most Tesla owners love. Moms will love its impressive EPA-estimated range (upward of 300 miles), making this an easy daily family hauler. And while its third row is really only suitable for small children, the cutting-edge safety features, versatile cargo space, and price make this a good option for families.

Edmunds Rating: 8.1 (out of 10)
Starting MSRP: $46,630

Honda Accord

The Honda Accord is a solid choice for a family sedan. It's roomy, practical, and easy to drive. It's also impressively fuel-efficient if you opt for a hybrid powertrain. It has advanced safety features like adaptive cruise control, lane keeping assistance, and automatic emergency braking, ensuring peace of mind on busy school runs. Even though some of the Accord's newest tech and features are exclusively available on the more expensive trim levels, it is still a standout, well-rounded family car.

Edmunds Rating: 8.0 (out of 10)
Starting MSRP: $29,390

Audi A4 Allroad

For moms who value both style and substance, the Audi A4 Allroad delivers on all fronts. It combines the practicality of a wagon with the performance and handling of a luxury sedan. This is a comfortable, well-trimmed, capable and quiet car that's ideally suited for long drives. It offers all-wheel drive, a spacious and well-designed interior, and plenty of tech features like a Virtual Cockpit and advanced safety systems. It's also the only way to get an A4 as a wagon.

Edmunds Rating: 8.0 (out of 10)
Starting MSRP: $48,695

Subaru Outback

The Subaru Outback is a rugged all-wheel-drive wagon that offers plenty of space for kids, groceries and outdoor gear. It combines a station wagon's practicality, comfort, easy-driving character, and fantastic outward visibility with the ground clearance, ride compliance, and all-weather sure-footedness of an SUV. Backseat passengers are treated to excellent headroom and legroom, and the cabin feels airy and open. The big windows also make for easy visibility all around and help eliminate blind spots. Plus, it also has impressive safety features, like Subaru's EyeSight driver assist technology, and provides a comfortable ride with off-road capabilities for weekend adventures.

Edmunds Rating: 7.7 (out of 10)
Starting MSRP: $30,315

Over $50,000

BMW i5

The BMW i5 seems to have been designed with families in mind, offering ample space and versatility. This luxury EV features one of the largest trunks you will find in any sedan. The hatchback design allows for easy loading and unloading, making it convenient to transport larger items.

Additionally, if you're navigating school drop-offs or heading out on a family road trip, everyone will have plenty of room to sit comfortably. The BMW i5 also strikes a great balance between luxury and functionality. It has a large infotainment screen that works great for navigation, plus a whole suite of driver aids, including a hands-free highway driving system.

Edmunds Rating: 8.4 (out of 10)
Starting MSRP: $67,795

Mercedes Benz E-Class

Luxury and comfort are the undisputed strengths of the Mercedes-Benz E-Class. It has an incredibly smooth ride, a classy and well-built cabin, and the latest technology features, including Active Brake Assist, Blind Spot Assist and Attention Assist, which monitors driver fatigue and provides alerts when needed. The E-Class is more expensive than its rivals, but it's easy to see why.

Although it is not as large as an SUV or a wagon, the E-Class sedan offers plenty of space in its well-designed interior. There is ample room for car seats in the back and a sizable trunk to handle everyday errands and sports gear. Rear passengers will enjoy lots of legroom, making it comfortable for family outings or carpools.

Edmunds Rating: 8.2 (out of 10)
Starting MSRP: $63,450

Porsche Cayenne

The Porsche Cayenne is one of the most fun-to-drive crossovers in its class and backs it up with an impressive interior and plenty of opportunity for customization. In typical Porsche fashion, it is expensive. But there's nothing better if you need a family-friendly car that combines performance with the practicality and versatility busy moms need. The Cayenne offers plenty of space for kids, groceries and gear, with a spacious interior and a large cargo area that easily accommodates strollers, sports equipment or shopping bags. Despite its family-friendly size, it retains the sporty, dynamic handling that makes Porsche cars fun to drive, so you don't have to give up excitement on the road.

Edmunds Rating: 8.1 (out of 10)
Starting MSRP: $86,695

Volvo V60 Cross Country

The Volvo V60 Cross Country may not be as performance-oriented as the standard V60, but it offers appreciable gains in both on-road comfort and off-road ability thanks to more ground clearance and standard all-wheel drive. This well-rounded luxury wagon has a sleek design, plenty of cargo space, and all-wheel drive for extra stability. Plus, the advanced safety suite with lane keeping assistance, collision avoidance, and pedestrian detection add to the appeal for families.

Edmunds Rating: 7.9 (out of 10)
Starting MSRP: $50,835