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发帖数: 2424 | 1 Mother's Day is just around the corner and if a new car is on the wish list,
there are many choices from which to select the perfect one. Whether she is
a mother with young children or teens, has an outdoorsy or sporty
personality, or an empty nester dreaming of retirement, we have test-based
recommendations on good, safe, and reliable new cars.
The Subaru Forester. Photo by Subaru.New moms
All mothers naturally place a priority on safety, but new moms also need
plenty of cargo room to fit all the baby gear. A small SUV can be the ideal
choice for carting around your new bundle of joy. Their elevated height
means easy-on-your-back installation of the baby seat. The Honda CR-V,
Subaru Forester, and Toyota RAV4 all score well in Consumer Reports tests
and have excellent safety scores and reliability. Plus, they deliver
relatively decent fuel economy.
Environmental moms
If you're looking for a fuel-efficient vehicle, it's hard to top the Toyota
Prius. It has an average fuel economy of 44 mpg overall, roomy interior, and
excellent reliability. However, if you need something a little larger, the
Prius V wagon adds even more second-row and cargo space, while delivering a
still-excellent 41 mpg overall.
Volkswagen Tiguan. Photo by Volkswagen.Sporty moms
Moms who want a sporty ride, but still need a backseat to tote kids around,
may want to look at the BMW X3, Volkswagen Tiguan; sporty wagons such as the
Acura TSX or Audi A4; or a hot hatch like the Volkswagen GTI. All are
relatively practical, deliver good acceleration, braking, and handling and
are fun to drive.
Adventurous moms
With the warmer weather here and more opportunity for fun in the sun, moms
who like to spend time outdoors will need a car that can fit items such as
bikes, camping equipment, and beach gear. The Subaru Outback is a rugged
wagon with generous cargo space, plus good fuel economy. If mom likes to hit
the trails or tow recreational toys, the powerful-and-refined Jeep
Grand Cherokee can handle some off-roading adventures, too.
The Ford Mustang Boss 302 Laguna Seca. Photo by Ford.Empty-nester moms
If the mom in your life now has time for herself, a sedan a good choice for
everyday outings, vacations, and trips to see the grandkids. The Toyota
Camry is comfortable and refined, with a nice interior. Fuel economy is
excellent at 27 mpg for the four-cylinder. For more space, consider the
roomy Toyota Avalon. If mom wants something sporty, look to the Ford Mustang
, or the sporty and luxurious Infiniti G37. They all rate well within their
respective categories.
Big family moms
Large families need a vehicle with plenty of room for seating, gear, and
entertainment to keep kids occupied and mom sane while driving. The Toyota
Sienna minivan offers generous cabin storage that includes large bins,
pockets, and open trays. The optional in-vehicle entertainment system
includes a large fold-down screen can show videos from two sources at the
same time, including the DVD player up front. For a smaller vehicle with
better fuel economy and seating for six, check out the Mazda5. It stands out
in our testing by combining utility, sportiness, and affordability, making
it a practical alternative to a larger minivan or a small SUV.
Happy Mother's Day to all the moms out there; we hope you enjoy your ride no
matter what vehicle you choose.
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