The Top 10 Safest Used Family Cars Under £16k
When you are looking to purchase a used family car, you want to make sure it is as safe as possible for the precious cargo that will be on-board.
These ten second-hand family cars have an excellent safety record and are all reasonably priced at under £16k.
1. Nissan Qashqai £7,500
The Nissan Qashqai has been a firm favourite since it hit the market in 2006. With a quality build and roomy interior, the Qashqai is a great choice from growing families. The vehicle performed very well in crash tests and met or exceeded all European regulations.
2. Vauxhall Insignia £8,300
The Vauxhall Insignia hatchback is a stylish and economical choice. The interior lacks head room in the rear, but makes up for it in comfort. The Insignia received a five-star Euro NCAP award for safety, hitting all the marks.
3. Skoda Octavia Estate £8,500
The Skoda Octavia has managed to stand out from competitors, seamlessly combining value, quality, space and an excellent safety record. The Skoda was not only the highest driver rated family hatchback in 2013, it comes standard with an excellent array of safety equipment. Try and get the best deal on this safe and secure hatchback, companies like Hertz Rent2Buy provide well maintained Skoda cars at competitive prices.
4. Honda Accord Tourer £8,300
The Honda Accord Tourer is more expensive than other similar options, but still affordable second-hand. The boot is huge, and seats can be easily folded down. Rated extremely well for reliability and received a four-star Euro NCAP award for safety.
5. Toyota Prius T Spirit £13,000
If you want a family car that is safe, economical, and stuffed full of all the latest gadgets, the Toyota Prius T Spirit will be a perfect match. In safety tests it scored a 5 out of 5 and includes seven airbags, including a driver knee bag.
6. Mazda3 Hatchback £9,700
Cheap to run, plentiful space, and an attractive design has made the Mazda3 Hatchback a force to be reckoned with. It received a five-star safety rating and comes with an impressive array of safety equipment as standard. It is safe, looks great, and comes at an affordable price.
7. Volvo V60 Estate £14,500
The Volvo V60 looks great and is loaded with standard and optional safety features. Plenty of room for a family in it’s spacious cabin and feels like a luxury car. If you want a taste of the good life with a vehicle that has top-notch safety ratings, the Volvo V60 won’t disappoint.
8. Volkswagen Golf £8,300
The Volkswagen Golf is consistently ranked as a top choice for families. It is compact, practical, and gets great mileage. It received the top five-star safety rating in Euro NCAP crash tests and features a solid safety kit as standard. Possibly the best all-round used family car out there.
9. Ford B-Max MPV £7,000
The Ford B-Max is a small car with a big punch. The cabin is surprisingly roomy, with more style that you’d expect for the price. Standard safety features include front and side airbags, driver’s knee airbag, window airbags as well as anti-lock brakes and ESP.
10. Citroen C3 Picasso £7,500
In only a decade the Citroen went from being a nothing brand to a major player in the market. The Citroen Picasso is quirky, practical, and spacious, and for the price is truly unbeatable. It received a four-star rating in crash tests which leaves room for improvement, but still a good choice for families looking for a smart, safe and roomy model.
Author: Rachel Cook
