For parents of teenagers, being concerned about their safety while out on the road is among their greatest concerns. However, while it can be near impossible to be sure whether or not they are using their cell phone or paying attention to the road, taking several things into consideration when selecting a car can be paramount in keeping kids safe.

According to The Item, experts say that the safest vehicles for young drivers are mid-sized sedans. While many think that SUVs may be best, sedans are actually better since they are large enough to withstand collision, but small enough so that drivers cannot easily lose control.

However, safety is not the only issue that parents need to consider when shopping around for a vehicle for their kids. Affordability of is crucial as well, and finding the right mix of both cost and safety is easy to do with used cars.

"You want to look for models that are inexpensive," industry insider David Waldkirch told the news source. "Not cheap, but inexpensive with all the safety features."

Parents looking for a good first car for their kids will want to consider models such as the Volkswagen Jetta, Kia Optima and Hyundai Sonata.