Adapted by Nathan Erb from U.S. News Rankings & Reviews
Looking for a car that can handle your commute, weekend shopping excursions and road trips to the in-laws? U.S. News Rankings & Reviews has awarded these 19 vehicles the title of 2013 Best Cars for Families. These cars, minivans and SUVs provide the best combination of features, utility, safety and reliability.
The winners are ranked across 19 automotive categories, giving families of all sizes plenty of options to fit their budget and daily routine. While none of these cars are immune to your kids' melted crayons in the cup holder, every family should find a perfect fit among the 2013 Best Cars for Families winners:
Best Cars
| Model | Category |
| Chevrolet Cruze | Compact Car |
| Toyota Prius | Hatchback |
| Acura TL | Upscale Midsize Car |
| Mercedes-Benz E Class | Luxury Full-Size Car |
| Subaru Outback | Wagon |
| Buick LaCrosse | Full-Size Car |
| Buick Verano | Upscale Small Car |
| Ford Fusion | Midsize Car |
| Ford Fusion Hybrid | Hybrid Car |
Best SUVs and Minivans
| Model | Category |
| Honda CR-V | Compact SUV |
| Jeep Grand Cherokee | 2-Row Midsize SUV |
| Lexus RX 350 | Luxury Midsize SUV |
| Cadillac Escalade | Luxury Full-Size SUV |
| Toyota Highlander Hybrid | Hybrid SUV |
| Chevrolet Suburban | Full-Size SUV |
| Audi Q5 | Luxury Compact SUV |
| Chevrolet Traverse | 3-Row Midsize SUV |
| Honda Odyssey | Minivan |
| Lincoln MKT | Luxury 3-Row Midsize SUV |
