The Top 5 Vehicles for New Parents

If you're a new parent, you'll want a safe vehicle for your baby and family. There are a number of cars and SUVs you can choose from that will provide safe transportation for your family.

Here is a list of the top five vehicles for new parents.

Honda Civic. One thing new parents will like about the Honda Civic sedan is the roomy backseat and trunk space to store the baby's stroller and other things. The Honda Civic is a reliable vehicle for moms and able to stand up to larger vehicles you'll encounter on the road. The automatic version of the Honda Civic gets 25 miles per gallon on city streets and 36 miles per gallon on the highway. Pricing starts at $19,000.

Ford Fusion. This sedan is a good option for families looking for a vehicle that's large enough to store all their things, but compact enough to feel closeness with young passengers. The Ford Fusion gets 17 miles per gallon on city streets and 25 miles per gallon on the highway. It ranges in price from $18,000 to $25,000.Acura MDX. Another option for new parents is the

Acura MDX. This SUV has seven-passenger capacity so there's plenty of room for baby, the baby's gear and the rest of the family. This vehicle handles well and has a lot of bells and whistle features you'll enjoy including steering wheel buttons and voice commands. This vehicle gets 17 city miles per gallon and 22 miles per gallon on the highway. The starting price is $42,000.

Dodge Grand Caravan. Another American family vehicle on the list is the Dodge Grand Caravan. This minivan has a lot of standard safety features including side curtain airbags and stability control. You'll enjoy the adjustable steering wheel and pedals so you can customize them to your liking. The Dodge Grand Caravan gets 16 miles per gallon on city roads and 23 miles per gallon on the highway. The price is also thousands less than some of its counterparts starting at around $18,000.

Toyota Prius. If you're willing to work around recent recalls regarding this vehicle the Toyota Prius is a great choice because it fits within tight family budgets. You get a lot of fuel for your money with 45 miles per gallon. The hatchback gives you room to store things that will be easy to retrieve. The Toyota Prius gets 51 miles per gallon in the city and 48 miles per gallon on the highway. You'll pay between $22,000 and $28,000 for the Toyota Prius.