10 Of The Best New SUVs For Families
The Perfect Mix Of Safety And Comfort
There are lots of great new SUVs on the market, but when it comes to deciding which is best for your family, safety is as important as comfort.
So, to help you choose the best ride, we’ve looked at vehicles that are highly rated by the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS) and the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA).
We also went to the manufacturers themselves to compare details like prices and fuel efficiency.
Here the best new family-friendly SUVs on the market.
Ford Expedition
The 2024 Ford Expedition, a spacious three-row SUV, has a starting price of $55,525 and is available in 10 trims.
Under the hood of each model lies a powerful twin-turbocharged 3.5-liter EcoBoost V6 engine coupled with a 10-speed automatic transmission.
Trim Options
In the XL, STX, and XLT models, the engine delivers 380 horsepower and 470 lb-ft of torque.
Stepping up to the Limited, King Ranch, and Platinum editions, power increases to 400 horsepower and 480 lb-ft of torque.
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Sheer Power
The Timberline trim is the most powerful, cranking out 440 horsepower and 510 lb-ft of torque.
While rear-wheel drive is standard in most trims, the Timberline stands out with an intelligent four-wheel-drive system. Luckily, this is also an option for the other trims.
Eco-Friendly And Safe
Thanks to its EcoBoost engine, the Expedition has good fuel efficiency ratings at 17 mpg city, 23 mpg highway, and 19 mpg combined.
To keep you and your family safe, Ford equipped the Expedition with a bunch of standard safety features, including rear parking sensors, a rearview camera, a 360-degree view camera, and front-seat side impact and dual-stage front airbags.
