Talking of family cars, Indian customers are predominantly filled with people who are more inclined towards the cars that offer the best value for a family. Comfort, space and budget are what means the most nowadays. Cars are mostly designed keeping people’s choice in mind. Hence, any specific car segment cannot be zoned as family cars.

But there are definitely few cars that have got the maximum upvotes as the best family cars, given their value performance to the family segment. These cars are not only efficient and economical but also fully equipped with great physical design and the benefits that promise to offer its customers with great comfort. More often than not, they are budget-friendly as well.

So here is a list of top 5 cars that are presently the most worthy to be tagged as a family car. These cars are taken from a plethora of segments, thereby, proving that none of the segments is incompetent to be called a family segment.

1. Renault Kwid – The mini hatch starting at Rs. 2.64 lakhs

Renault launched Kwid in 2015 and since then, it has sold more than 1.30 lakh units. The five-seatermini hatchback has struck the right chords with the customers by giving them a great deal at a minimal price. The car gives a tough competition to small hatchbacks from other brands as it came at a budget price of Rs 2.64 lakhs. With an attractive look and a butch appearance, the Kwid comes with features that will make people fall in love with the small budget cars.

The Renault Kwid has an engine of 800cc which comes with a power of 53.3 bhp and gives mileage up to 25.17 kmpl. Although it does not have a very strong engine at heart, the lightweight body gets the car to be much more efficient than you would expect it to be. The interior of the car is also well equipped. In fact, the higher trim also gets a touchscreen infotainment display. The car comes with a keyless remote, central locking system, etc. It provides ample leg space. Moreover, the seats are comfortable as well, thereby, absorbing more amount of jerks while travelling. The car provides enough load space at the trunk. So family picnics and long road trips are always on with the Renault Kwid.

2. Hyundai Elite i20 – A spacious hatchback starting at Rs. 5.46 lakhs

The Hyundai i20 Elite has been an efficient and stylish car ever since it was first launched. The i20 was a very able replacement to the Hyundai Getz, which had started to lose its sheen long time back.The hatchback is powerful, spacious and economic, all at the same time.

The Hyundai Elite i20 has a 5-speed and 6-speed manual as standard whereas the top end model has a 4-speed automatic transmission. The petrol variant gives 82 bhp while the diesel variant can make 89 bhp.The hatchback offers an average of 20 kms per litre which is considered to be quite efficient to give a big thumbs up to all the upcoming road trip plans.

3. Ford Aspire – The rejuvenated compact sedan starting at Rs. 4.53 lakhs

The new facelifted Ford Aspire is another stunning looking car that has stood up to the expectation. Aesthetically, the car still carries a similar look from its previous generation, but still, has a modified appearance.

The new Ford Aspire is powered by a 1.2-litre petrol engine and a 1.5-litre diesel engine. The diesel engine can make up to 99 bhp power which makes it one of the most powerful subcompact sedans in India. The petrol engine can make a maximum power of 87 bhp.

With a mileage of over 25 kms per litre for the diesel engine and a big boot space of 359 litres, the Ford Aspire is one of the obvious choices for the family-centric customers.

4. Maruti Suzuki VitaraBrezza – The mini SUV starting at Rs. 7.5 lakhs

The Maruti Suzuki VitaraBrezza, a five seater car, has been a trendsetter since its launch in 2016. The snazzy looking car that looks like a mini SUV. The car is like the soul of a big car in the body of a compact car. It is the perfect family car which comes with features like a touchscreen infotainment system, reverse parking camera, satellite navigation, keyless remote, climate control and provides a 328-litre boot space.

The VitaraBrezza comes with a 1.3-litre diesel engine which can make a maximum power of 89 bhp and a peak torque of 200 Nm. This engine is mated to a 5-speed manual transmission gearbox.

5. Mahindra Scorpio – The big SUV starting at Rs. 9.7 lakhs

The Mahindra Scorpio is almost a legendary SUV and has been in the ranks for more than a decade. It is one of the most budget-friendly 7-seater SUVs. The base variant of the car is powered by a 2.6-litre diesel engine which makes a maximum power of just 75 bhp and a peak torque of 200 Nm. On the other hand, the 2.0-litre and 2.2-litre diesel engines can make a highest power of 120 bhp and a maximum torque of 280 Nm.

The Mahindra Scorpio also has all-wheel drive (AWD) system for the top end models. The Intelli Hybrid technology makes sure that the SUV offers a mileage in excess of 16 kms per litre.

Not all cars are family cars

There are just a few thing which the customers focus on if they are choosing a family car. Not all car could be termed as a family car, depending on the comfort and efficiency. The most important factor that a person looks for in a family car is the fuel economy and the overall value. The above list of cars are the best options to suit the bill of a perfect car as they pose with arguably the best mileage in their respective segment.

However, one thing that is to be kept in mind is that there are many other cars available that can be termed as great family cars. But keeping such a wide range of options will only end up in getting the buyers spoilt for choice. Hence, in order to keep the dilemma away, this core list of cars can be trusted as being the best.