Ranked: The Safest EVs for Families in 2025

A recent study by Conboy Law Injury & Medical Malpractice Lawyers ranked the safest EVs for families by analyzing electric and plug-in hybrid vehicles (PHEVs) with strong safety and reliability credentials.

The ranking considered key metrics, including interior space, seat capacity, child seat compatibility, child seat safety ratings, and affordability.

Child seat safety was assessed using official ratings, while affordability was scored inversely to favor lower-cost options.

The final rankings, scaled from 1 to 100, highlight the best EVs for families based on spaciousness, child seat accommodations, and cost-effectiveness.

Kia EV9 ranks 1st as the most family-friendly EV of 2025 with a score of 100. Leading with versatility, it offers flexible seating for 6 or 7 passengers within its 128 cubic feet of interior space. Priced at $56.3K, the EV9 stands out as one of the only EVs to accommodate four child seats, reinforced by “Good” safety evaluations and setting a new benchmark in EV safety.

Rivian R1S ranks 2nd with a score of 96. This premium electric SUV provides the largest interior volume at 137 cubic feet and seats seven passengers comfortably. While commanding the highest starting price at $77.7K, it delivers on family functionality with four child seat positions and mixed “Acceptable-Good” safety ratings.

Coming in 3rd, Mazda CX-90 scores 93. As the most affordable option among the top three at $40.9K, it efficiently packages three child seats with “Good” safety ratings within its 121 cubic feet of interior space. The flexible 6 or 7-seat configuration makes it an attractive option for varied family sizes.

Nissan Ariya is 4th with a score of 88. Its 130 cubic feet of interior volume surpasses both the Kia EV9 and Mazda CX-90, while matching the CX-90’s three child seat positions. At $44.4K, it presents a $3,500 premium over the Mazda but offers 9 cubic feet of additional interior space.

Lexus NX comes in 5th achieving 82 points. With 120 cubic feet of interior volume, it provides 1 cubic foot less space than the Mazda CX-90 but maintains the same number of child seat positions. At $40.2K, it represents the most affordable entry point to luxury EV family transport.

Tesla Model Y ranks 6th with 80 points. With a flexible 5 or 7-seat layout within 134 cubic feet of interior space, it accommodates two child seats with “Good” safety ratings. The $46.6K starting price positions it competitively in the premium family EV segment.

Volkswagen ID.4 shares the same 80 score, ranking 7th. Matching the Ariya’s interior volume at 130 cubic feet, it provides one fewer child seat position while offering a $3,300 lower starting price.

Lexus RZ ranks 8th with a score of 77. The compact 119 cubic feet of interior space accommodates three child seats with “Good” safety ratings. The $48.6K price point positions it $8,400 higher than its NX sibling.

Rivian R1T lands in 9th with a score of 65. With 132 cubic feet of interior volume, it offers more space than the Lexus RZ while matching the ID.4’s two child seat positions. At $71.7K, it represents the second-highest price point in the study, yet maintains the “Good” safety rating established by its higher-ranked competitors.

Genesis Electrified GV70 rounds out the top ten with a score of 65. Its 129 cubic feet of interior space falls 3 cubic feet short of the R1T, while matching its two child seat capacity. Priced at $66.9K, it provides a more accessible entry point to premium electric family transport compared to the R1T, while maintaining identical safety ratings.

A spokesperson from Conboy Law Injury & Medical Malpractice Lawyers commented on the study: Parents looking for electric vehicles finally have real choices that fit their daily needs.

It’s encouraging to see manufacturers focus on practical features like multiple child seat positions and flexible cargo space. The market now offers options for different types of families – from those with three kids in car seats to those who occasionally need extra seating for carpooling.

Most importantly, families don’t need to compromise on safety to go electric, regardless of their budget.