It’s a simple fact of life: people with kids have different needs. Automotive needs are no exception. Families need more space, more family-friendly features, and better safety ratings.
Everyone wants a powerful engine and exciting performance, but when children come into the equation, suddenly having enough space for a car-seat is a top priority. And can you fit a stroller and diaper bag into the trunk of that muscle-car coupe?
U.S. News & World Report released its 2013 Best Cars for Families Awards, and seven vehicles offered by McGrath Auto were honored:
Compact Car: Chevy Cruze– The Cruze has many family-friendly features, including excellent fuel-economy and a large trunk for plenty of storage. With a comfortable ride, the Chevrolet Cruze is sure to please families large and small.
CHEVROLET CRUZE INVENTORY
Upscale Small Car: Buick Verano- With an excellent combination of price and quality, the Buick Verano also has plenty of family friendly features and space. The Verano also gets excellent gas mileage, averaging 32 mpg on the highway.
BUICK VERANO INVENTORY
Full-Size Car: Buick LaCrosse- Just like the Verano, the 2013 Buick LaCrosse combines quality and affordability. In fact, U.S. News & World Report also named it the #1 Affordable Large Car. It received excellent marks in exterior and interior, and earned a 9.8 safety.
BUICK LaCROSSE INVENTORY
2-Row Midsize SUV: Jeep Grand Cherokee- For people that want on-road and off-road performance, you can’t do much better that the Jeep Grand Cherokee. Throw in a roomy backseat and this SUV is perfect for active families.
JEEP GRAND CHEROKEE INVENTORY
3-Row Midsize SUV: Chevy Traverse– Families that need extra cargo and passenger space will find the Traverse an excellent option. The Traverse also stands out with superior safety ratings from many reviewers, including a 9.8 safety rating from U.S. News & World Report.
CHEVROLET TRAVERSE INVENTORY
Full Size SUV: Chevy Suburban– This is the ultimate family-hauler. This large SUV comes with standard seating for nine. Features also include heated driver and passenger seats, rear air-conditioning with adjustable controls, and power adjustable features.
CHEVROLET SUBURBAN INVENTORY
Luxury Full-Size SUV: Cadillac Escalade- For a luxurious look and style, the Cadillac Escalade lives up to every expectation. This vehicle has a long list of standard features, making family commuting convenient and comfortable.
CADILLAC ESCALADE INVENTORY
The study graded vehicles based on three specific categories:
- Quality
- Space
- Family-friendly features
U.S. News & World Report gave out awards in 19 different categories, ranging from Compact Car to Luxury Full-Size SUV. U.S. News & World Report even gave out honors for specific categories like Hybrid Car and SUV, Hatchback, and Wagons.
Proud to Serve Iowa Families
With seven vehicles awarded “Best Cars for Families”, we have a car that fits you and your family. Whether you live in Cedar Rapids, Iowa City, Waterloo, or Davenport, you can find the right car from us!
Call McGrath Auto today to learn more about our excellent service and dedication.