As we move through our lives, our needs change. And perhaps, aside from your home, the next thing to consider if you're a new or growing family is what type of vehicle you need to best support your daily lives. When choosing the right car for your family, consider the following points to help guide your vehicle shopping.

For new and growing families, you’ll want to make sure the vehicle you choose has enough passenger and cargo space both now, but also in the future as your children grow and take on hobbies and activities. In addition to the overall size of a vehicle, some additional items you may want to consider for your family include the amount of legroom, and availability of both cupholders and USB charging ports in the rear seating area. You’ll also want to consider built-in features to help keep your family safe when out on the road. If you have or are planning to welcome a pet into your family travel and adventures, you’ll want to make sure there’s enough space for them too.

If you're expecting your first child, you probably don't need as much overall space as a larger family of 5. A mid-sized sedan, such as the Toyota Camry or Chevrolet Malibu are great options with plenty of room for a car seat, and an additional rear passenger or two. In addition to comfortable rear seating, both vehicles have roomy trunks for plenty of your gear or luggage. If you do have a pet, a hatchback can give you that extra space you will need for your furry family member.

For families of 3-4 who need a little more cargo space, a compact SUV, such as the Toyota RAV4, Honda CR-V, or Jeep Compass are great choices. Each offers easy ingress/egress for children, generous cargo capacity, and can offer plenty of options for exterior cargo if you choose to later add on a roof rack or cargo basket from an aftermarket retailer. Beyond the RAV4 and CR-V, there are many more great options in this segment from the likes of Chevrolet, Ford, Kia, Nissan, and more.

For larger families or those who like to travel longer distances on the road, you're likely going to want to consider a vehicle that has three rows of seating, such as a minivan or full-size SUV. The Chrysler Pacifica and Toyota Sienna are both excellent minivan options with plenty of creature comforts for the entire family. If you're looking for something for a larger family that is well-suited for outdoor adventures, the GMC Yukon and Chevy Suburban are popular choices.

At Hertz Car Sales, you can find the perfect vehicle that is affordable for a growing family. Whether you're looking for a minivan, a roomy crossover, a midsize sedan, a hatchback, or even a crew cab pickup, your local Hertz Car Sales has options for any size family and every budget. Our Hertz Certified vehicles have undergone a complete 115-point inspection and include a powertrain warranty and a Hertz Buy Back Guarantee. Visit the Hertz Car Sales location nearest you and upgrade your family vehicle today.