Top 10 Cars for Moms

Not just any vehicle can handle the rigors of motherhood. Modern moms are a busy lot, dividing their time between work, play, and driving the kids to school and a laundry list of extracurricular activities. As a result, mothers-on-the-go require reliable, safe and versatile "mommy-mobiles." Affordability and a little pizzazz go a long way too. On the following pages are ten of the best cars for moms. However, don't expect just minivans for the soccer crowd. Since personal preferences and a family’s needs vary, our selections range from small and fuel-efficient hatchback wagons to kid-friendly and value-oriented SUVs.

Audi A3
Hatchback
Price: $27,270
Maximum Cargo Room: 19.52 cu. ft.
EPA Fuel Mileage: 22 city/28 highway










Hyundai Azera
Sedan
Price: $24,970
Maximum Cargo Room: 16.6 cu. ft.
EPA Fuel Mileage: 18 city/26 highway










Dodge Caliber SRT4
Sport Hatchback
Price: $24,590
Maximum Cargo Room: 18.5 cu. ft.
EPA Fuel Mileage: 19 city/27 highway










Honda Insight
Hybrid Hatchback
Price: $19,800
Maximum Cargo Room: 31.5 cu. ft.
EPA Fuel Mileage: 40 city/43 highway










Volvo XC70
Wagon Crossover
Price: $37,250
Maximum Cargo Room: 72.1 cu. ft.
EPA Fuel Mileage: 15 city/23 highway










Volkswagen Routan
Minivan
Price: $29,600
Maximum Cargo Room: 83 cu. ft.
EPA Fuel Mileage: 16 city/23 highway










Lexus LS 460
Luxury Sedan
Price: $63,825
Maximum Cargo Room: 18 cu. ft.
EPA Fuel Mileage: 16 city/24 highway










Mercedes-Benz GLK350
Crossover
Price: $35,900
Maximum Cargo Room: 54.7 cu. ft.
EPA Fuel Mileage: 16 city/21 highway










Mazda CX-7
Small SUV
Price: $24,385
Maximum Cargo Room: 58.6 cu. ft.
EPA Fuel Mileage: 17 city/23 highway










Acura MDX
Large SUV
Price: $39,995
Maximum Cargo Room: n/a
EPA Fuel Mileage: 17 city/22 highway