If safe, roomy and affordable are the characteristics that qualify a vehicle as a family car, then the American family has never had so many choices.

That's according to Kelley Blue Book, which recently released its choices for the "Top 10 Family Cars for 2010."

In the list, the editors of Kelley Blue Book's Web site, www.kbb.com, recommend the best vehicles for families this year, highlighting specific important attributes for each car and detailing why it made the cut.

"While the product landscape in the new-car world seems ever-changing, the vehicle needs of the typical American family remain fairly constant; capable versatility, value, safety and economical factors usually remain top-of-mind," said Jack R. Nerad, executive editorial director and executive market analyst for kbb.com.

Factors going into the selections include such things as resale value, fuel efficiency, capability and kid-friendliness.

This year's list features vehicles in a range of sizes and prices, offering something for a wide variety of families -- from an SUV that can comfortably accommodate nine passengers to a compact, fuel-efficient wagon.

The selections on the list include the 2010 model years of the following:

• Chevy Equinox
• Chevy Suburban
• Chevy Traverse
• Ford Flex
• Ford Fusion Hybrid
• Ford Taurus
• Honda Accord Crosstour
• Honda Odyssey
• Hyundai Elantra Touring
• Subaru Outback