Ever wondered why some cars are crazy expensive and others are pretty affordable? What is it that costs so much in luxury cars? While there are a lot of answers and points to the questions above, one of the most striking features of such cars is their ultra-sophisticated car safety features. For instance, say, Audi, one of the leading luxury car brands, has several features like pre sense, jam assist and many more, where your car is equipped to sense dangers and alert the driver about the same.

Coming back to the point,when do you think a person changes their car? Of Course, when the vehicle is innervated under years of usage. But there is another reason as well: when you start a family. Because that's when you need to be more cautious because it's not just you. It's your newborn too. You might endure some minor injuries but your newborn is quite sensitive to it. So how do we know which car is safe without consulting some braggadocio person? Government-run automotive safety programs are designed to evaluate the performance of new automobile designs against a variety of safety threats.NHTSA established the New Car Assessment Program (NCAP) in 1978 in response to Title II of the Motor Vehicle Information and Cost Savings Act of 1972. A five-star rating system is used to evaluate NCAP's frontal crash, side crash, and rollover tests. However, NCAP is not a real-time safety indicator because most trials are conducted under highly specified conditions. However, it is recognised universally.

So these days, purchasing used cars is at an all-time high because of many factors such as affordability, lower fear of damage, and many more. 

Here’s a list of the top 10 safest cars which are safe for new parents:

Subaru Forester

With a life stage score of 82, the Subaru Forester is a well equipped SUV and the safest car in the world.. Equipped with striking sophistication, such as Forward Collision Warning(FCW) and Autonomous Engine Braking(AEB), this car is an absolute favourite for new parents. In addition to that, there is plenty of room for a stroller at the back.

On road price:13,00,000-14,00,000 Rupees

Toyota Camry Hybrid

A versatile vehicle, the Toyota Camry hybrid excels in many areas. It has a good quality infotainment system spacious seating. The 2022 Toyota Camry Hybrid #1 ranking is based on its Hybrid and Electric cars category score. FCW  and AEB are present at all levels in Camry. With an engine capacity of 2498cc, it is one of the family cars with some unique carsafety features. It has an automatic transmission.

On the road price:41.70 lakh in India

Honda Accord Hybrid

With a life stage score of 75, this car just confers the rider with opulent comfort and with this apple car, play, and android audio come standard, and so do advanced safety features such as FCW and AEB. The 2021 Honda Accord has a 5-star overall vehicle score from the National Highway Traffic and Safety Administration (NHTSA) when it comes to car safety ratings.

Honda CRV

Commanding view of the road, good cargo space, and easy car-seat installation. Generous door openings make for easy access. It, too, has a life stage score of 75. And the Honda CR-V is a good small SUV due to its roomy cabin, good fuel economy, and good handling.

Price:28 Lakhs

Chevrolet Cruze

The Cruze possesses big-car qualities such as opulent legroom quiet interior. It has an engine capacity of 1998, and it scores well for cargo, child-seat access, and child-seat fit. 

Price:13 lakhs(starting) 

Mazda 6

High Classier than its rivals, excellent handling, quiet cabin. It lacks a charismatic Turbo engine, does not offer an eco-friendly model, and only offers top-of-the-line options in high-end trim levels. The Mazda 6 is a marvellous family car because it's beautiful, sophisticated, and fun to drive. Unfortunately, the capacity of its engine is whooping 2800ccThis sedan is not operating in the Indian market. Moreover, it has a contemporary cabin and a number of technology-enhanced infotainment features.

Tata Punch

Best suited for the Indian topography, Tata punch is ranked the safest car in India. The Punch marginally edges out the XUV300 to top the list with 16.45 points for adult occupant protection. The Punch also scores well for child occupant protection with a 4-star rating. The price of Punch ranges from Rs 5.49 lakh-9.39 lakh.

Tata Nexon

The Tata Nexon is the first made-in-India car to be awarded a total 5-star safety rating by Global NCAP. A four-star rating was initially given to Tata's compact SUV, but the company updated the model post-completion and sent it back for a second round of testing (16.06/17). As a result, Nexon’s child-occupancy rating is three stars (25/49). 

Price: starting from 9.39 lakhs

Mahindra XUV 700

Launched in the year 2021, this car comes in both manual and automatic transmissions. Mahindra has packed in a lot of safety tech into the XUV700. While lower variants get only the basics, the fully-loaded variants get all the bells and whistles, including seven airbags and advanced driver aids like autonomous emergency braking, adaptive cruise control and more. 

Prices for the SUV700 range from Rs 12.49 lakh-22.99 lakh.

Hyundai Elantra

Hyundai's Elantra 2022 is a great compact car. It has efficient and powerful engines that range from highly efficient to highly powerful. The car is enjoyable to drive and comfortable. It is a 5 seater Sedan available in a price range of Rs. 17.86 - 21.13 Lakh. Hyundai's 2021 Elantra Hybrid stands out for its impressive interior and refined driving experience. Though its competition only includes the Honda Insight and Toyota Corolla Hybrid

Brands such as Autobest sell second-hand luxury cars that are drilled through servicing and mechanical repair caused by wear and tear to enhance customer experience.