Best Cheap Car Insurance for Families 2024

Compare the Best Car Insurance Plans for Families

We analysed hundreds of car insurance quotes and benefits from dozens of insurers in Singapore to find out which plans will give families the best value for their money. Compare and purchase from our top picks based on your budget, your family unit size and type of coverage you need.

If your family unit consists of adults (i.e. a married couple living with older relatives), Budget Direct's car insurance can be a good option not only because of its unbeatable premiums but also because of the coverage and types of plans offered. When analysing quotes, we found that Budget Direct's premiums are around 40% cheaper than average for married couples.

Budget Direct offers two driver plans to choose from: the Named Driver plan and the Authorised Driver plan. The Named Driver plan covers only the Main Driver and the people you include as Named Drivers. The Authorised Driver plan covers the policyholder, the main driver (if not the policyholder) and anyone else you let drive your car. Though the Authorised Driver plan is 15% more expensive, your premiums will still be one of the cheapest on the market and can work to your benefit if your car tends to be shared by a lot of relatives.

The one downside to Budget Direct is its basic coverage, which is why we recommend it for experienced, safe drivers who don't need to protect young passengers and don't require comprehensive medical, accident or belongings coverage. Budget Direct mainly offers coverage for damage to your car, towing, and third-party damage, so if you want medical, personal accident, accessory coverage or roadside assistance, you will have to pay an additional fee.

If you are looking to maximise protection for your family, FWD's Classic plan has highly competitive premiums and solid accident-focused coverage. Premiums for a married policyholder are 15-25% cheaper than average and you can choose to adjust your standard excess depending on your comfort level and budget. Furthermore, if you have a 50% no claim discount, you'll qualify for their lifetime 50% NCD guarantee.

If you are looking to insure your young drivers, you can also opt to waive their S$2,500 young/inexperienced driver excess (YIDR). Though this will slightly increase your premium, it can save you around S$2,000 of out-of-pocket costs if your child gets into an accident while driving your car. Additionally, you do not need to name your drivers—FWD will insure anyone who drives your car at no extra cost.

FWD Classic's coverage includes S$1,000 of medical coverage per passenger, one-time payments for drivers and passengers due to death or permanent disablement and a lump sum payment of S$250,000 in the event of an unfortunate accident where your children are left on their own. These benefits are in addition to coverage for towing costs, temporary transportation and car accessories. The only downside is there is no cover for children's car seats, so if you have children who need one, you will have to pay for any damages out-of-pocket. However, for about a 15% price increase you can opt for FWD's Executive plan, which adds S$1,000 of personal belongings coverage and a free replacement car for up to three months if your car gets totalled—a good tradeoff providing valuable protection and convenience.

If you have young children, Aviva's Prestige Comprehensive car insurance plan can be a good fit as it offers family-friendly coverage at competitive prices. We found that its premiums for married policyholders are around the average compared to other top-tier comprehensive plans, so while it's not the cheapest plan on the market, it does offer family-friendly benefits that are rarely seen with other insurers. This includes a replacement car benefit for cars that are up to 24 months old, a young/inexperienced driver excess waiver and a S$250 child seat benefit alongside a plethora of add-ons.

Furthermore, Aviva offers plenty of peace of mind benefits, including an accident repair service to assist you during an accident, free transportation services to get you home after the accident, 24/7 roadside assistance, and medical and personal accident coverage. Another convenient benefit is Aviva's dual-year plan option that saves you an additional 5% on your premium. Overall, Aviva is a great option for new families expecting their first child or families with multiple children due to its family-friendly comprehensive coverage.

If you have multiple cars or your family car is a luxury vehicle, you will benefit most with Direct Asia's competitive prices, customisable coverage and a 10% premium discount for your second car. We found Direct Asia's Value plan to be one of the cheapest options for experienced drivers of luxury vehicles such as BMW, Audi or Mercedes, with premiums that are around 20% below average. It is also one of the cheapest plans on the market for new drivers who just bought luxury cars, with premiums costing 16% below average for drivers with a 0% no claim discount.

Because you most likely trust less people with your car the more expensive it is, the Value plan saves you money by limiting the number of additional named drivers to 4, 2 of whom can be your younger drivers (younger than 30 years old). Additionally, unlike most plans that cap your ability to get a car replacement to 12 months, Direct Asia offers an option to extend this period to 24 months, a great peace of mind benefit for luxury car owners.

In terms of coverage, Direct Asia has comprehensive accident and damage coverage, keeping you insured from everything like fire or vandalism to flooding and natural disasters. It also offers a variety of benefits to add on to your plan to make your policy suited to your needs. If you already have a trusted garage, you can opt to to authorise any workshop for repairs, add protection for driving outside of Singapore and get up to S$500,000 of personal accident protection. You can also add coverage for accessories, medical expenses and loss of use.