best family car australia 2023

In 2023 Australia, the family-friendly sweet spot is a medium SUV or a people mover that won’t make you weep at the bowser.

Top all-rounders to shortlist: Toyota RAV4 Hybrid (stellar economy, long wait times), Mazda CX-5 (polished drive, modest rear space), Hyundai Tucson (roomy cabin, average resale), and Kia Sportage (tech and 7-year warranty, firmer ride on big wheels).

Need more seats? Kia Sorento and Toyota Kluger Hybrid cover seven-up duty without demanding diesel money every week, while the Kia Carnival is the unapologetic lounge room on wheels.

Pick the one that fits your pram, dog and budget; the best family car is the one that ends arguments before you leave the driveway.