11 Reliable Cars For Young Families

Having a baby means more than setting up a nursery and getting serious about a career plan. As a new parent, your top responsibility is to protect and nurture your child to the best of your ability. When it comes to picking the right family car that means choosing something safe and dependable, yet roomy enough to fit child safety seats while carrying a stroller, playpen, diaper bag, and more.

According to J.D. Power, these 11 models from the 2010 model year* are among the most dependable vehicles in their respective classes, are among the safest vehicles based on crash-test ratings, and are more affordable than the equivalent model purchased new. They might not be very exciting, but they certainly help to keep your little ones safe while limiting repair bills.

*Vehicles from the sub-compact and pickup truck categories were excluded, as well as premium/luxury brands

2010 Chevrolet Impala
A full-size sedan, the 2010 Impala was sold in LS, LT, and LTZ trim levels, the latter a more luxurious and sporty version of Chevy's biggest family car.

2010 Ford Focus Sedan
Ford offered the 2010 Focus Sedan in S, SE, SES, and SEL trim levels, the latter two equipped with standard Sync hands-free connectivity.

2010 Ford Fusion
Available with a 4-cylinder or V-6 engine, with front-wheel or all-wheel drive, and with a gas-electric hybrid powertrain, there's a 2010 Fusion to suit almost any requirement in a midsize family sedan.

2010 Honda Odyssey
In its final year before a complete redesign, the 2010 Odyssey minivan could be had in LX, EX, EX-L, and Touring trim levels.

2010 Kia Soul
A small and inexpensive 5-door multi-purpose vehicle equipped with a lengthy warranty, the 2010 Soul came in Base, Plus (+), Sport, and Exclaim (!) trim levels.