Although Singapore is a small country with most of the places are easily reachable by taking public transport, most families will still prefer to have their own car for convenient sake, especially when the kids are still small.

However it is not easy to buy a car in Singapore. This is mainly due to the high prices of the car and at the same time you will need to factor in the miscellaneous costs that will comes along after buying the car, such as the car park fees, the insurance premium and the maintenance fees etc.

A typical family in Singapore will normally consist of 4 members, the parents and two kids, hence a sedan car, which allows two passengers to sit in front and three behind, is perhaps the most practical option among all the car models available. Below are a few points to consider when you decide to sign on the dotted line for your own family car.

Car Storage Compartments
Normally, the smaller the children, the more things you will need to carry when for a family outing. Hence, make sure that the car boot is able to fit in most of the items that you will need to bring along for the outing example the stroller of the kids

Car Seat
Leather seat is always the preferably choice as it will be much easier to maintain when someone spilled food and drinks or vomit or in the car. Worst of all, if you have a baby, and a diaper accident happen, then you will have hard time of cleaning it.

Child Safety Devices
Child safety devices are common features in most of the cars now. However, since buying a car involve a hefty sum in Singapore, it is always good to ensure all these devices are available in the car. Some of the child safety devices can be child safety lock, lockable electric windows and anti entrapment, which prevent the window from closing if there is an obstruction.

Car Reverse Sensors
There had been a few incidents when a child was killed when the father was reversing the car. Hence, it is good to ensure that your car is installed with a reverse sensor. Some cars even come with reverse parking camera, which allows you to have a better view of the back of your car.

Above are just some of the common features that you may want to pay more attention to when buying a family car. Do make sure that you do not over stretch your budget as having a family in Singapore is not cheap.