Easy to get in/out

[sawman]

Elderly parents came to visit yesterday, they have a citroen c1 which mum is finding difficult to get in/out of.
Dad is still pretty fit so he has no bother. He is thinking about swapping the c1 for something easier to get into.
The issue that makes it difficult is the overall height of the car and also the depth of the footwell from door threshold.
We tried our fiat 500 which is a little bit better, but she couldn’t manage the rav4 (3rd gen)
Any suggestions before we waste a load of time at the wrong dealers?
I am thinking panda trekking or 4x4, maybe c3aircross, possibly mini countryman?

[RedWhiteMonkey]

My mam has had both hips replaced and has no bother getting in and out of her Panda.

[HTP99]

Dacia Stepway.

[shake n bake]

Hyundai ix20,

[DoubleD]

Mercedes A Class.

The 1st and 2nd generation cars are compact, but taller than a normal car so have a higher seating position.

[Nickp82]

Suzuki splash/ Vauxhall Agila are worth trying

[Pica-Pica]

Skoda Fabia, previous generation. Nice seat height, good front leg room, wide-opening front doors. Get the 1.2 TSi engine. Reliable, quiet and there should be plenty about.

It is a TARDIS, small footprint, but plenty of room inside front and rear. My wife has had hers six years now from new. It has done 56k miles. It does not miss a beat.

Edited by Pica-Pica on Monday 6th May 10:03

[Alucidnation]

Renault scenic might be worth a look.

[ZX10R NIN]

Kia Ceed

https://www.autotrader.co.uk/classified/advert/201...

Pro Ceed wth wider opening doors will make this easier access wise:

https://www.autotrader.co.uk/classified/advert/201...

Infiniti Q30 they have a height that seem to suit people with issues, not sure what your budget is.

https://www.autotrader.co.uk/classified/advert/201...

[Summit_Detailing]

Mother-in-law was in a similar situation, now has a Mercedes B-class which is ideal for her needs.

cheers

Chris

[Pistonheader101]

ZX10R NIN said:

Kia Ceed

https://www.autotrader.co.uk/classified/advert/201...

Pro Ceed wth wider opening doors will make this easier access wise:

https://www.autotrader.co.uk/classified/advert/201...

Infiniti Q30 they have a height that seem to suit people with issues, not sure what your budget is.

https://www.autotrader.co.uk/classified/advert/201...

Would the Kia Venga not be a better shout in this instance

[DoubleD]

Summit_Detailing said:

Mother-in-law was in a similar situation, now has a Mercedes B-class which is ideal for her needs.

cheers

Chris

Yeah the B Class is another good shout.

[sawman]

Thanks all, getting a bit of a list together.
I think part of her problem is technique. Have spent a bit of time with her today trying to sort this out. She has had a bit of a stroke so muscle power/flexibility is lacking.
Tried a panda earlier, looked promising, and better than c1 but could do with a wider door opening.
In addition to the suggestions I Might go and have a look at a jazz, they seem to be popular with geriatrics. Have ordered one of those swiveling pads for seat.
She has given up driving you will be pleased to know so just passenger now

Edited by sawman on Monday 6th May 17:30

[Down and out]

Never looked inside but the B-max seems to be driven by oldies round here.

[ninjag]

Honda CRV, the seat it at arse level so you literally just slide into the car. Doors open very wide as well.

Avoid running boards.

[Pica-Pica]

sawman said:

Thanks all, getting a bit of a list together.
I think part of her problem is technique. Have spent a bit of time with her today trying to sort this out. She has had a bit of a stroke so muscle power/flexibility is lacking.
Tried a panda earlier, looked promising, and better than c1 but could do with a wider door opening.
In addition to the suggestions I Might go and have a look at a jazz, they seem to be popular with geriatrics. Have ordered one of those swiveling pads for seat.
She has given up driving you will be pleased to know so just passenger now

Edited by sawman on Monday 6th May 17:30

‘geriatrics’ is a specialty that focuses on health care of elderly people. It is not a term for old people.

[kieranblenk]

Any of the following are worth a look:-

Honda Jazz as previously suggested
Nissan Note
Vauxhall Meriva/Crossland X depending on budget
Citroen Cactus
Renault Captur
Fiat 500L
BMW 2 Series Active Tourer