Whether you have four kids, no kids, fur babies or grand babies, the family car is often such an integral part of your life, it's basically family too! But with more choices than ever in terms of size, function and format, what car is best for YOUR family?
The Drive Family Car Hub brings information together about the latest models, new technology, and tips for buying, owning and driving your family car. From city-friendly electric hatchbacks to adventure-proven dual-cab utes, we cover all the bases to help you and your family find and enjoy your next new car.
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Family car features and technology
Get to know the difference between ABS and AEB and find out which cars can still play a CD!
Reviews
Drive Car of The Year
Virtual Test Drive
Drive TV
2024 Kia Sportage GT-Line Hybrid review
Do you need home charging to live with an electric car? 2024 MG 4 long-term review
2025 Audi Q6 e-tron review: International first drive
2024 GWM Tank 300 long-term review
2023 Drive Car of the Year – Ford Ranger
Best EV $70,000–$120,000
Best Off-Road SUV
Best EV Under $70,000
BMW iX
BMW iX3
Ford Escape
Ford Mustang Mach-E
Drive Safer Special: Full program
Drive Safer Special: Talking safety with Volvo
Drive Safer Special: Modern car towing features
Drive Safer Special: Advice for driving while towing
Road trips and more
Get the details on some of Australia's best family road trips, and pick up some great travel tips while you are there.
What new family cars are coming soon?
It's an exciting time for new car buyers, with new brands, more electric and hybrid choices, and plenty of value and practicality available for all sizes, shapes and budgets. Let us help you understand what is new and what is coming up, so that your new family car is the best fit for your family.
New Car Release Calendar
Family Car Finder
Not sure which family car would best suit your lifestyle? Try our Family Car Finder to find your perfect car match.
Latest Family Car Reviews
Volkswagen’s Tiguan is almost up for replacement, but the range-topping Tiguan R borders on timeless brilliance.
Skoda’s Octavia RS wagon remains an excellent all-around vehicle for car enthusiasts.
Kia’s cheapest people mover goes light on frills, but still packs a gigantic punch of practicality. Thinking about an SUV? buy this instead.
The Mazda CX-8 has the charm and practicality to fill a gap below the also seven-seat CX-9 in Mazda’s extensive range.
2023 Nissan Qashqai ST+ reviewThe new Nissan Qashqai has plenty of perks – but are they still available to those who can’t afford a top-spec model?
Mitsubishi’s new blacked-out medium SUV strikes a lot of the right notes as one of the better value options in this hotly contested segment.
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