Lauren Wants To Know

Let’s take a look at what McCarthy has to offer in family-friendly vehicles!

Chevrolet Traverse

Chevrolet Traverse - This vehicle was designed by a mother of four. The Traverse has family-friendly features with an emphasis on space and security. It has a 5 star crash rating, seats up to 7 passengers and has smart-slide entry to the backseat.

Hyundai Santa Fe

Hyundai Santa Fe – Starting price in its low 20s, which fits just about any budget. The Santa Fe seats up to 5 passengers, Traction & Stability Control standard on every Santa Fe and holds a 5 star front & back safety rating.

Nissan Murano

Nissan Murano – The Murano was voted “Best SUV in its class” in safety, maintenance, and cost of repair. The luxury of a sedan with all the capabilities of an SUV. This crossover has an easy folding backseat with a back-up camera for accessibility and ease.

Chevrolet Equinox

Chevrolet Equinox – The all new, completely redesigned Equinox is in a class of its own.  Averaging up to 600 miles per tank. This spacious crossover has an easy slide entry for the kids and a 5-star crash rating for the parents.

Chevrolet Malibu

Chevrolet Malibu – This vehicle was not only voted North American Car of the Year in 2008, but also voted most “trouble-free car” in its class. With a 5 year / 100,000 mile warranty, the Malibu’s total cost of ownership is minimal. All while averaging 32 mpg and being built in our own backyard, at the Fairfax Plant.

Hyundai Sonata

Hyundai Sonata – This large size sedan measures up to any vehicle in its class on space and affordability. Getting 35 miles per gallon, how can you go wrong with the Sonata? With the full Hyundai Warranty of 10 years/ 100,000 miles, this vehicle is as low maintenance as they come.

Nissan Altima

Nissan Altima – Just recently, the Altima was named ”Family Sedan of the Year”. It holds long term durability  and has the highest front & side impact safety rating. Not to mention, has all the bells and whistles to keep you up to date.

Hyundai Genesis

Hyundai Genesis – With a base price starting at $33,000, this Genesis competes with the BMW 5-series and the Mercedes E-Class. In it’s first year, it won a Top Safety Pick honor from the Institute for Highway Safety (IHS). Also offers the full Hyundai Warranty (10 year/ 100,000 miles).

Chevrolet Suburban

Chevrolet Suburban – This is the ideal vehicle for the ‘larger than life’ family. Any road trips or carpools in the future? This is right up your alley. Not only is it safe & comfortable, but easy for loading and hauling your weekend boat or trailer around.

Nissan Armada

Nissan Armada – This vehicle offers three rows of seating, holds up to eight passengers, offers 97 cubic feet of storage, and has a towing rating of 9,100 pounds. To keep your passengers safe, the Armada includes 4-wheel anti-lock brakes with Electronic Brake Force Distribution and Brake Assist.

So tell me … are you driving one of these family friendly vehicles? If not, what car is missing and why?

Ladies, say goodbye to the conventional minivan and hello to your new best friend!

As shown in this short video, my favorite aspects of the 2010 Chevrolet Traverse are all the storage space available, the one touch power lift gate, the third row seats and, of course, the cool touchscreen dashboard and backup cam. For all you Honda lovers out there, the Traverse offers 30 percent more cargo space than the Honda Pilot. That means more room for soccer cleats and grocery bags … or Nordstrom purchases! Check it out!

I couldn’t have completed my little walkaround without the help of the lovely, Chris Cornelison, delivery coordinator at McCarthy Chevrolet. Oh, and I can’t forget the genius, Joseph (Joe) D. McElrone for assisting with my Flip!

Which vehicle would you like me to tour next? Is there anything you’ve seen that you’d like a tour of? Let me know in the comments!