Modern mothers place as much value on the style of the cars they drive as they do functionality and reliability. A recent by TrueCar.com based on data from 2011 found minivans are taking a backseat to other vehicles, as crossovers and sedans dominated the list. The Honda CR-V was found to be the most popular car for moms, and the brand was the most dominant on the list, with four other vehicles making the top 10 – the Civic, Accord, Pilot and Odyssey.

"The data shows moms prefer vehicles that combine practicality with style," said Kristen Andersson, senior analyst for TrueCar.com. "Bigger is not always better when it comes to moms' favorite vehicles as evidenced by the lack of any large SUVs and only one minivan in the overall top 10."

The Honda Odyssey was ranked third on the list, as it is a top choice for mothers with at least two kids. The minivan earned such a top ranking position because if seats eight and has loads of cargo space. The Civic came in at number nine, but was one of the least expensive vehicles to break into the top 10, along with Nissan's Sentra and Altima. The average amount paid for the Civic and the Altima was under $20,500, and the Sentra had an average sale price of just under $19,000.

Whatever vehicle fits the bill for your family, New Jersey State Auto Auction is sure to have something to suit your needs. The dealer offers a wide variety of makes and models at affordable pricing so you can get behind the wheel of a stylish crossover SUV, sedan or even a minivan without breaking your budget.