Top 10 Best Cars For Small Families

When choosing a car for a small family, comfort, safety, and affordability become major issues to consider. You'd want a vehicle with enough space to carry all family members, easy to handle, and as many attractive features as possible to make the trip all fun.

In this blog, we examine some of the best available cars, perfect for small families.

Models	Price (Ex-showroom)
Maruti Suzuki Swift	Rs. 6.49 lakh to Rs. 9.60 lakh
Hyundai Grand i10 Nios	Rs. 5.92 lakh to Rs. 8.56 lakh
Tata Tiago	Rs. 5 lakh to Rs. 8.75 lakh
Honda Amaze	Rs. 7.23 lakh to Rs. 9.99 lakh
Hyundai Aura	Rs. 6.49 lakh to Rs. 9.05 lakh
Maruti Suzuki Dzire	Rs. 6.56 lakh to Rs. 9.39 lakh
Maruti WagonR	Rs. 5.54 lakh to Rs. 8.50 lakh
Tata Altroz	Rs. 6.50 lakh to Rs. 10.99 lakh
Hyundai i20	Rs. 7.04 lakh to Rs. 11.21 lakh
Maruti Baleno	Rs. 6.66 lakh to Rs. 9.84 lakh

1. Maruti Suzuki Swift

Maruti Suzuki Swift is a favourite among small families. The 2024 Maruti Swift gets a CNG variant available across three trim levels starting at Rs. 8.20 lakh, and the petrol options run from Rs. 6.49 lakh to Rs. 9.60 lakh. Out of its five variants, the Zxi variant offers the best deal-for-money as it gets premium features like a 7-inch touchscreen unit and automatic AC, along with some standard safety elements like six airbags. 

The Swift uses a 1.2-litre petrol engine that gives it excellent mileage, with the AMT model reaching up to 25.75kmpl and the CNG variant going up to 32.85 km/kg. Although the cabin is roomy enough for two front occupants, a third person will find limited accommodation at the back. Some other safety features include electronic stability control and rear parking sensors. As a comfortable and dependable hatchback, the Swift is a preferred choice for small families, with both reliability and strong resale value.

2. Hyundai Grand i10 Nios

Hyundai Grand i10 Nios is another brilliant option for family cars. It is available in five variants: Era, Magna, Corporate, Sportz, and Asta. Its CNG options come as mid-spec Magna and Sportz. It is available in monotone in seven colours and two dual-tone combinations: Atlas White, Fiery Red, and otherwise. The car is powered by a 1.2-litre petrol engine, which churns out 81.86bhp and 114Nm of torque. The India-spec model is available with either a 5-speed manual or a 5-speed AMT. However, the CNG variants have seen a power reduction to 68.05bhp and come only with manual transmission. 

Some of the notable features of the Grand i10 Nios are an 8-inch touchscreen infotainment system, cruise control, automatic AC with rear vents, and a wireless phone charger. There are six airbags, electronic stability control, and a tyre pressure monitoring system, which makes the safety aspect pretty good. The Grand i10 Nios gives way more appeal to those small families looking for comfort and reliability with a good mix of features along with performance and safety.

3. Tata Tiago

Tata Tiago comes in attractive budget-friendly form, priced between Rs. 5 lakh and Rs. 7.65 lakh, ex-showroom. The hatchback comes in six variants: XE, XM, XT (O), XT, XZ, and XZ+. The buyers could choose according to their needs. The XT Rhythm is one of those which provides good value for money. In this, you also get an 8-inch touchscreen infotainment system with Android Auto and Apple CarPlay. It gets onboard systems like an 8-speaker Harman-Kardon sound system along with the rearview camera as well. Inside, the Tiago presents ample comfort with well-cushioned seats and a large boot space of 242 litres, though CNG models have less due to double-cylinder technology. 

The hatch is equipped with a 1.2-litre petrol motor, which gives out 84.82bhp and allows mileage of up to 20.01 kmpl with petrol and an excellent 26.49 km/kg in the CNG variants. The car has dual airbags, ABS with EBD, and a commendable 4-star Global NCAP rating, ensuring that the family is thoroughly safe. The Tiago comes in six colour options, featuring the vibrant Flame Red, and presents the perfect blend of style, practicality, and the best of modern features.

4. Honda Amaze

The Amaze from Honda comes at a price point of between Rs. 7.20 lakh and Rs. 9.96 lakh (ex-showroom). It's available in three major trims: E, S, and VX, and the Elite trim is based on the flagship version of the VX trim. Available in five shades that are not less than attractive. The Amaze promises a lot to those who want to be seen driving a stylish sub-4m sedan with enough boot space for family outings going up to 420 litres. 

Under the bonnet, the Amaze boasts of a 1.2-litre petrol. A good deal is available in terms of power, as the 88.76bhp along with 110Nm makes for a pretty decent run-out on either a 5-speed manual or a CVT for smooth driving. 

The feature list includes a 7-inch touchscreen infotainment system, automatic AC, cruise control, and paddle shifters for CVT variants. The Amaze offers such aspects as dual airbags, ABS with EBD, rear parking sensors, seat belt reminders, a rearview camera, and ISOFIX child seat anchors. Combining its features, comfort, and safety, the Honda Amaze is simply perfect for most families looking for a reliable and stylish sedan.

5. Hyundai Aura

Hyundai Aura is a small car with a price range of Rs. 6.49 lakh to Rs. 9.05 lakh, which keeps small families that find themselves in the lower rung of the economic ladder. The variants that are provided for this small car from Hyundai are E, S, SX, and SX(O). The Aura is offered in six cool colours. 

Under the hood is a 1.2-litre petrol engine that churns out 81.86bhp and 114Nm of torque, which can be sent to the wheels via either a 5-speed manual or a 5-speed AMT (automated manual transmission). The Aura also gets a factory-fitted CNG version in the E, S, and SX variants, producing 68.05bhp, once again mated to a 5-speed manual. 

Inside, there are all sorts of modern creature comforts, including an 8-inch touchscreen infotainment system with a multi-information display, a wireless phone charger, a cooled glovebox, a height-adjustable driver's seat, and cruise control for the vehicle. Ensuring safety for all on board is also its priority through six airbags, electronic stability control (ESC), hill-start assist, a rear parking camera, a tyre pressure monitoring system, ISOFIX child-seat anchorages, and rear parking sensors. With its attractive features, its performance, and its safety, the Hyundai Aura is a very strong contender for families looking for a pragmatic as well as stylish sedan.

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6. Maruti Suzuki Dzire

The Dzire is a highly sought-after compact sedan in India with a price range of Rs. 6.57 lakh to Rs. 9.34 lakh (ex-showroom). It comes in four key variants, namely LXi, VXi, ZXi, and ZXi+, and has CNG options for VXi and ZXi trims. The car is available in seven fine colours. With a boot space of 378 litres, it becomes handy for family outings.

Under the hood, it has a 1.2-litre petrol engine that churns out 88.76bhp and 113Nm of torque. The customer can opt for a 5-speed manual or 5-speed AMT. The CNG version makes 75.94bhp and 98.5Nm and comes only with a 5-speed manual. Great fuel efficiency has been claimed by the company: 22.41 kmpl for the petrol manual, 22.61 kmpl for the petrol AMT, and an amazing 31.12 km/kg for the CNG version.

Inside, features offered in the Dzire include an all-new 7-inch touchscreen infotainment system, cruise control, push-button start/stop, automatic AC with rear vents, and height adjustment for the driver's seat for supreme comfort. Safety matters also feature; dual front airbags, ISOFIX child-seat anchors, and rear parking sensors all contribute to a sense of peace of mind. The Maruti Suzuki Dzire is still a great bet for small family units seeking the right amount of safety and reliability in a small sedan infused with style and efficiency.

7. Maruti Wagon R

Maruti Suzuki Wagon R is a spacious, versatile hatchback priced between Rs. 5.55 lakh and Rs. 7.33 lakh (ex-showroom). The car is available in four different variants: LXi, VXi, ZXi, and ZXi+, with the former two also available in CNG variants. Wagon R is offered in a plethora of colours, including seven monotone shades such as Gallant Red and Poolside Blue, alongside two dashing dual-tone combinations.

The Wagon R also offers boot space at 341-litres. It is available in two petrol variants: a 1.0-litre unit that churns out 66.08bhp and 89Nm and a 1.2-litre unit that churns out 88.76bhp and 113Nm. Both the engines can be mated with either of the 5-speed manual transmissions or a 5-speed AMT. The CNG variant churns out 56.22bhp and 82Nm and is offered only with a manual transmission. Efficiency at the fuel pump end is good, with the 1.0-litre manual returning 24.35 kmpl while the CNG variant returns 33.48 km/kg.

Inside, the Wagon R features a 7-inch touchscreen display, a 4-speaker music system, steering-mounted audio, and phone controls to make life even easier. In light of safety concerns, dual front airbags, ABS with EBD, rear parking sensors, and hill-hold assist will be suitably addressed in the AMT variants. With its practicality and efficiency along with all these features, the Maruti Suzuki Wagon R emerges as a great hatch for small families seeking reliability and spaciousness.

8. Tata Altroz

Tata Altroz is a stylish hatchback priced between Rs. 6.50 lakh and Rs. 11.16 lakh (ex-showroom). After all, with a big boot of 345 litres, the Altroz is prudent for families. It is available in three engine options: the 1.2-litre petrol, which churns out 86.79bhp and torque of 115Nm, and the turbo-petrol at 108.49bhp of power and 140Nm of torque. The 1.5-litre diesel produces 88.76bhp of power and 200Nm of torque. It offers a 5-speed manual, while the petrol comes with a 6-speed DCT option as well. 

Inside, you get a 10.25-inch touchscreen, a digital instrument cluster, ambient lighting, and cruise control, among safety features such as six airbags and a 360-degree camera. The Altroz stands out as a reliable, feature-loaded option for families.

9. Hyundai i20

The i20 is in the premium hatchback segment of Rs. 7.04 lakh to Rs. 11.21 lakh (ex-showroom). If you are looking for something sporty, the Hyundai i20 N Line comes with more performance and more attitude. It is available in six variants: Era, Magna, Sportz, Sportz (O), Asta, and Asta (O), and presents a palette of colours like Amazon Grey, Fiery Red, and an array of dual-tone options replete with Abyss Black roofs.

Under the hood, the i20 Sports a 1.2-litre petrol engine putting out 81.86bhp and 115Nm of torque. It comes paired with either a 5-speed manual or CVT automatic, which sounds a bit more punchy at 86.79bhp. The hatchback, however, is well equipped with a 10.25-inch touchscreen infotainment system, a semi-digital instrument cluster, cruise control, wireless phone charging, and a sunroof for added comfort.

The safety features of this car include six airbags, ISOFIX child seat anchorages, electronic stability control, hill assist, rear parking camera, and vehicle stability management. The Hyundai i20 is excellent in style and has a good package of features, most notably for those looking to acquire a hatchback that ensures versatile safety.

10. Maruti Baleno

Maruti Baleno boasts a gorgeous appearance, and it starts at Rs. 6.66 lakh and ends at Rs. 9.83 lakh (ex-showroom). There are four variants of the car, namely Sigma, Delta, Zeta, and Alpha, and seven colours among them. It sports an inadequate 318 litres of boot capacity but works fine for daily use.

The engine choice includes a 1.2-litre petrol variant, with both options available in either a 5-speed manual gearbox or a smooth AMT. Given impressive fuel efficiency, which delivers an estimated 22.35 kmpl for the manual as well as 30.61 km/kg for CNG. It would boast quite a few fabulous in-car connectivity features like a 9-inch infotainment system with wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, advanced sound systems, and significant safety features. such as six airbags and a 360-degree camera. This blend of style, space, and safety makes the Baleno a strong contender in its segment.

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