Best Toyotas for Mothers

We have gleaned from the all-knowing interwebs the best Toyotas for moms...you know, in case you want to give your mom or wife a new vehicle for Mother's Day. Or maybe you want to get yourself one, too (hey, there's nothing wrong with shopping for your own Mother's Day gift). And we're not just talking minivans. Read on to find the perfect car for any kind of mom!

Here's what the LA Times said:

"Toyota Sienna: 30-year-old mom and founder of MotherProof.com, Kristin Varela takes us through this year's favorite minivan and other top mom-mobiles. "This minivan actually treats mom like a bona fide grown-up, with a fit and finish that anyone would be proud to drive," says Varela

"Toyota Highlander Hybrid: It's not too big and still meets all of mom's needs. Varela says: "For an SUV that doesn’t look or feel big, this baby can pack a lot in (including hybrid technology). We have an ongoing quandary because we don'’t love huge cars, but a teeny car just doesn'’t cut it anymore.""

In case you didn't, know the Scion xB is a great "mom" and family car. This isn't just coming from us, it's according to Cars.com and Forbes.

Here's what Cars.com said about the Scion xB as one of the Top 10 Best Cars for Moms: "The boxy Scion xB started life as a look-at-me boxmobile for young male extroverts, but after the car proved to be inexplicably popular with 36-year-old women, Toyota wisely decided to scale up the xB to proper family size. The current xB has more back seat and cargo space than many small SUVs, plus it's strong on safety with six airbags, antilock brakes and electronic stability control, all standard. It's also a good value: $16,520 including air conditioning, while strong resale values and last-forever build quality make it a safe buy."

Cars.com also picked the Scion xB as one of the Top 10 Family Cars under $20,000.

Forbes picked the Scion xB as one of Top 10 Best Cars for New Parents: "With a boxy and muscular
shape that affords a high roofline, the xB four-door wagon is one of the most spacious compact models on the market, with generous rear-seat room that makes buckling kids into car seats a breeze. There’s also plenty of cargo space in the back to stow a weekend's worth of baby gear. A 2.4-liter four-cylinder engine delivers lively acceleration and can be mated to either a four-speed automatic or five-speed manual transmission. A long list of standard features includes a Bluetooth hands-free mobile phone interface with audio streaming. The xB’s handling is lively while otherwise maintaining a fairly smooth ride. In addition, the car can be spiffed up with myriad appearance accessories that can otherwise mask its mission as a kid-mobile. MPG: 22/28; MSRP: $16,300."

Consumer Reports listed the best cars for different kinds of moms. We've selected the best Toyotas for different kinds of moms:

"Best cars for Environmental Moms: If you're looking for a fuel-efficient vehicle, it's hard to top the Toyota Prius. It has an average fuel economy of 44 mpg overall, roomy interior, and excellent reliability. However, if you need something a little larger, the Prius V wagon adds even more second-row and cargo space, while delivering a still-excellent 41 mpg overall.

"Best car for new moms: All mothers naturally place a priority on safety, but new moms also need plenty of cargo room to fit all the baby gear. A small SUV can be the ideal choice for carting around your new bundle of joy. Their elevated height means easy-on-your-back installation of the baby seat. The...Toyota RAV4 scored well in Consumer Reports tests and have excellent safety scores and reliability. Plus, they deliver relatively decent fuel economy.

"Empty Nesters: If the mom in your life now has time for herself, a sedan a good choice for everyday outings, vacations, and trips to see the grandkids. The Toyota Camry is comfortable and refined, with a nice interior. Fuel economy is excellent at 27 mpg for the four-cylinder. For more space, consider the roomy Toyota Avalon.

"Big Family Moms: Large families need a vehicle with plenty of room for seating, gear, and entertainment to keep kids occupied and mom sane while driving. The Toyota Sienna minivan offers generous cabin storage that includes large bins, pockets, and open trays. The optional in-vehicle entertainment system includes a large fold-down screen can show videos from two sources at the same time, including the DVD player up front."

We've given you the best Toyotas for moms (all kinds of moms) and families, now stop by Burien Toyota to pick the best one for the mom in your life...or yourself!