Top 3 most reliable family cars

When you’re buying a family car, it will usually be used in all aspects of your life from school runs to journeys to and from work, which means it’s important that you can rely on it. The last thing you need when you’ve got a busy lifestyle is a car that you can’t depend on, and it’s not always easy to know what to expect from a new car, especially when the dealer is likely to avoid telling you about issues with reliability. To help you out, here are three of the most reliable family cars which could help take some of the stress out of your daily life.

Fiat 500L



The Fiat 500L is an ideal car for families because it is spacious enough to seat the whole family. You can fold the seats down into over a thousand different combinations, and you can even fold the back seats into tables. It’s comfortable with plenty of leg room and easy access, and there are 22 storage compartments in which you can keep all the bits and bobs you need around your car so that everything is where you need it.

Safety is a big deal in the 500L range from Fiat, and as well as the six airbags, you’ll get the Electronic Stability Control system which will give you optimum grip on slippery or tough road surfaces or when you have to make a sudden stop. This ensures your brakes never fail you. There are also anti-slip features, and the Hill Holder system, which will ensure you get an easy start if you’re parked on a hill. If you’re looking for reliability, the 500L is a good bet because it gives you total control over your car in situations when you need it most.

Fiat Bravo



The Fiat Bravo is a wise choice for those who like a car that goes the extra mile. With ergonomically designed seats to give you optimum comfort as well as a SkyDome feature which will allow you and your passengers to gaze up at blue skies from inside the car and dual-zone climate control which allows you and your passenger to set the temperature how you want it with no arguments, this car has luxury written all over it.

However, it’s not worth choosing luxury if it doesn’t do its job properly. The Fiat Bravo has undergone 150 simulations, 100 checks, 15,000 hours or calculations and 60 hours of crash tests, so you can be sure that this car will not fail you. As well as the six airbags which surround you, there are several other safety features to ensure the car does not let you down. ASR and MSR will prevent your wheels from slipping or spinning on slippery surfaces, and ABS (anti-lock braking) and EBD (electronic brake distribution) will ensure your brakes work properly when you need them to and your car remains sturdy.

Fiat Panda 4x4



The Fiat Panda 4x4 is built for durability and versatility, even in the harshest conditions. The combination of bumpers with a satin aluminium skid plate, 15-inch smoked alloy wheels, snow and mud tyres, high driver’s position and longitudinal roof bars make this a ride ideal for any occasion, whether it’s on or off road. The Electronic Locking Differential system allows the car to handle difficult terrain easily, and can be activated from the driver’s seat. This will lock the front and back axles so that your car’s traction is up to scratch no matter what conditions you are driving in.

The Panda 4x4 meets supreme safety standards so you can travel with your family on board with peace of mind. The car includes ESP (Electronic Stability Program) which will keep your car stable in any conditions. The ABS system will ensure that you are always in control of your car and not the other way around, even if you have to stop suddenly. Driver, window and passenger airbags all come as standard.

Comfort is not lacking in the Panda 4x4 and you’ll be able to move around your seats so that you can enjoy a functional and versatile interior. It’s spacious and the fabric and eco-leather interiors will ensure that whilst you are enjoying the environment, you’re also being kind to it. You’ll have a choice between petrol and diesel engines so you can choose the most cost effective option for you, and the four wheel drive system uses two differentials to ensure your drive is both fun and comfortable.

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