Ideal Chevrolet Cars for a Family

Finding a car that will work nicely for the needs of your family requires looking for a specific set of features that isn’t available in every vehicle. Some of the great cars on the market today would work nicely for a single individual or even a couple, yet they might not work at all for a family.

Fortunately, Chevrolet offers a great selection of vehicles that are oriented toward the specific requirements of family life. This article will highlight some of the best Chevy vehicles for a family, so take a moment to explore the options below. Of course, when you are ready to see one of these models for yourself and set up a test drive, the team here at Taylor & Sons Chevrolet will be proud to serve you. Stop by to see us today!

Chevrolet Suburban

Any discussion of Chevy vehicles for families has to start with the Suburban. The biggest member of the lineup, the Suburban has been a long-standing choice for families who need plenty of room for both passengers and cargo. While extremely functional, the Suburban also owes some of its ongoing popularity to the style that it brings to the road. This is a great-looking SUV that just continues to get better with age.

One of the best things about the Suburban is how everyone will have a comfortable place to sit – even those who retreat back to the third row. Where some other SUVs provide a third row that is rather uncomfortable for anyone but a small child, the Suburban delivers a great experience for everyone on board from the back to the front. If are in the market for a large family hauler that is as versatile as it is comfortable, the Suburban is an excellent place to start.

Chevrolet Tahoe

The Tahoe is the slightly smaller sibling of the Suburban, and it is another extremely popular option for families that need plenty of capacity. The Suburban and Tahoe share largely the same styling, so if you like one, you are going to like the other. Since there is only a minor price difference between the two, the main deciding factor here is which one works better for your needs and lifestyle.

Some people will take the approach of wanting to maximize available space, which will obviously push them in the direction of the Suburban. However, the Tahoe offers similar capabilities in a slightly smaller body, and that smaller body might make it easier to do things like park in your driveway or in a parking lot, change lanes on the highway, etc. Think carefully about what you want out of your next family vehicle and there is a good chance the Tahoe or Suburban will check all of those boxes.

Chevrolet Silverado

You might not think first about a truck serving as a family vehicle, but the Silverado is capable of doing just that. When equipped with the crew cab, you’ll have plenty of room in the backseat for three people, and even older kids will have plenty of legroom to feel comfortable. Given the tough and rugged nature of the Silverado, this is a great pick for life in Idaho where the driving conditions might not always be ideal.

Of course, while it has room inside to transport the family around from one place to another, the Silverado also delivers in terms of performance and versatility. You can use it to haul materials, pack up gear for a camping trip, and on and on. Having such a capable vehicle in your driveway is a big advantage in day-to-day life, and at the same time, it is perfectly comfortable for dropping the kids off at school, going to the store, etc.

Chevrolet Malibu

Just as you might not think first about a pickup truck as a family vehicle, you might also overlook the ability of a sedan to serve in the same role. For families with one or two children, however, the Malibu is perfectly capable of being the go-to family car, and it offers many reasons to give it a closer look.

Fuel efficiency is a big selling point here, as the Malibu can get up to 35 MPG on the highway. It also offers more than 15 cubic feet of cargo room and plenty of standard safety features. You aren’t going to find the spaciousness of a Suburban or Tahoe in this car, of course, but you do get a vehicle that’s affordable, enjoyable to drive, and easy to park even in tight spots.

Chevrolet Equinox

The Chevy Equinox – and the Traverse, which we will discuss below – occupy a middle ground between the size of a sedan like the Malibu and the big SUVs like the Suburban and the Tahoe. In that way, you get a bit of the best of both worlds here, as you will have more seating and cargo room than a car, yet better efficiency and a more compact design than one of the bigger options. Although the Equinox looks relatively small from the outside, you may be surprised to find just how much space is available once you climb in.

Chevrolet Traverse

For many families, the Traverse is going to strike a perfect balance in terms of size, price, and capabilities. Like the Suburban and Tahoe, this is a three-row SUV, so you should have little trouble fitting the whole family inside. It is not as large as those two, however, so some will find it a little easier to manage around town. Don’t let your search for a family vehicle end before at least checking out the Traverse, as this one might prove to be a winner.

As you can see, the options are many when you shop within the Chevrolet lineup for a family-oriented vehicle. You probably won’t want to make your selection based only on what you see online, however – you’ll also want to come see these vehicles for yourself to explore the various features and experience them on the roads around Sandpoint. For that, Taylor & Sons Chevrolet is an excellent choice, so come by and visit our location at your convenience. We are excited to serve you!

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