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When the Car Guy Becomes a Dad – Without Letting Go of the Joy of Driving

You’ve had kids, but your love for fast cars, sharp lines, and raw horsepower is still alive and well. Luckily, you don’t have to give up your childhood dream just because you now need room for car seats and weekend bags. There are cars out there that combine the best of both worlds: the adrenaline of a sports car and the practicality of a family ride. Here are 10 wild options – ranked from “cool” to “completely insane.”

Mikkel Preisler
By Mikkel Preisler 24. April 2025

You’ve had kids, but your love for fast cars, sharp lines, and raw horsepower is still alive and well. Luckily, you don’t have to give up your childhood dream just because you now need room for car seats and weekend bags. There are cars out there that combine the best of both worlds: the adrenaline of a sports car and the practicality of a family ride. Here are 10 wild options – ranked from “cool” to “completely insane.”

Skoda Octavia RS – Practical Speed

Perfect for the car guy with a mortgage and diaper expenses. With 245 horsepower, a roomy cabin, and a large trunk, you get plenty of driving fun – without blowing the budget.

Peugeot 508 PSE – Elegant with Electric Punch

A plug-in hybrid with 360 hp and all-wheel drive, this one’s both edgy and family-friendly. Sharp design, a sleek interior, and a green conscience – with no compromise on power.

Cupra Formentor – Spanish Temper in SUV Form

Aggressive looks, up to 310 hp, and handling that brings driving pleasure back to life. Probably the only SUV you’ll happily take the scenic route in.

Kia EV6 GT – Electric With Attitude

With 585 hp and 0–60 mph in just 3.5 seconds, this is a pure electric sprinter. The range and interior space make it an EV even the family will fall for.

Audi S4 Avant – Luxury With a Need for Speed

Classic German quality, 341 diesel horses, and Quattro all-wheel drive. The S4 Avant gives you that sports car feeling in a practical wagon – year-round.

BMW M340i xDrive Touring – Uncompromising Balance

374 hp, AWD, and room for both kids and cargo. The M340i Touring is for those who want it all – without compromising anywhere.

Tesla Model X Plaid – A Rocket With a Booster Seat

Over 1,000 hp, seven seats, and doors that look like they’re straight from a sci-fi movie. The Model X Plaid turns daycare drop-offs into acceleration tests.

Porsche Macan GTS – A Sports Car in Disguise

The Macan GTS blends Porsche’s precision and power with SUV practicality. 440 hp and plenty of luxury – wrapped in a kid-friendly ride height.

Mercedes-AMG E63 S Estate – Brutal With a Soft Rear Seat

612 hp, AWD, and a trunk bigger than your first apartment. The E63 S Estate is the low-key dadmobile that’ll leave Ferraris in the dust at school drop-off.

Audi RS6 Avant – The King of Family Missiles

630 hp, a roaring V8, room for four, and a cargo bay big enough for everything. The RS6 Avant is the ultimate car for the responsible car guy – and yes, it looks just as fierce as it sounds.

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