6 kid-friendly cars for those who want to start a family

For some families, especially with infants and young children, it can be hard to find a vehicle with specs that fit their needs. Luckily, the past years have provided better and safer options for parents. 

Some buyers do not realize that not all affordable cars can provide what they are looking for. Some vehicles in the leaner price range can often give leaner features, too. Families look for vehicles that are suited to children’s needs. And on this list, we suggest some of the cars available in the Philippine market that can do the said task. 

There are a lot of cars in the local market that can be considered kid-friendly. The cars included in this list are just suggestions that you might want to consider. 

Mitsubishi Xpander (Php 1,008,000 - Php 1,255,000)

Mitsubishi Xpander

The Xpander is a seven-seater MPV that’s powered by a 1.5-liter gasoline engine that delivers 103 hp and 141 Nm of torque. It has a striking exterior design as well as a decent interior space.

Toyota Rush (Php 983,000 - Php 1,100,000)

Toyota Rush

All variants of the Rush come standard with seven seats. It is available in three variants, which are all powered by a 1.5-liter gasoline engine that delivers 102 hp and 134 Nm of torque.

Honda BR-V (Php 1,038,000 - Php 1,158,000)

Honda BR-V

The Honda BR-V is available in three variants, and it comes with an aggressive, bold, and composed demeanor. The BR-V can accommodate up to seven individuals, and it is equipped with a 1.5-liter SOHC i-VTEC gasoline engine that delivers 118 hp and 145 Nm of torque.

Suzuki Eritga (Php 738,000 - Php 998,000)

Suzuki Ertiga

The Suzuki Ertiga is one of the most affordable seven-seater vehicles in the local market. It offers practicality, versatility, and generous interior space. The Ertiga is powered by a 1.5-liter gasoline engine that generates 103 hp and 138 Nm of torque.

Toyota Vios (Php 681,000 - Php 1,020,000)

Toyota Vios

The Toyota Vios is a five-seater subcompact sedan, and it is the best-selling car in 2020. It offers a selection of two engines: 1.5-liter or 1.3-liter gasoline engine, depending on the variant. The 1.5-liter engine delivers 106 hp and 140 Nm of torque while the 1.3-liter power unit generates 98 hp and 123 Nm. 

Maxus G50 (948,000 - Php 1,338,000)

Maxus G50

The Maxus G50 is an MPV that can accommodate up to eight individuals. The automatic variants of the G50 are powered by a 1.5-liter turbo gasoline engine that delivers 167 hp and 250 Nm of torque. While the manual trim gets a 1.3-liter turbocharged 4-cylinder engine that puts out 150 hp and 230 Nm of torque. 

The vehicles listed above are just some of the kid-friendly cars you can buy in the Philippines. Visit Philkotse.com’s Car Guide section to see all the vehicles available in the market today. There you can see the updated specs, variants, and price list of the specific car you’re looking for.