Consumer Reports: Best New Cars for Short Drivers
Being on the short side has its benefits, but driving all cars is not one of those benefits. If a vehicle doesn’t have adjustable seats or mirrors, it can be challenging for some drivers to see correctly out of the windows. Consumer Reports says that these are some of the best new cars for those on the shorter side.
Consumer Reports says these are the best new cars for short people
Consumer Reports says these are the best new cars for short people for a few reasons. A driver needs to fit well in the car, truck, or SUV to safely navigate the roads. “This is a particular challenge for shorter or smaller drivers, who might not be able to reach the pedals and steering wheel on some vehicles or have good visibility all around,” CR says. With this in mind, CR says the opinion of the shortest staff members is essential.
- Kia Soul
2. Mercedes-Benz C-Class
3. Subaru Legacy
4. Lexus ES
5. Toyota Avalon
6. BMW 7 Series
1. Consumer Reports says the Kia Soul is one of the best cars for short people
If you read the other list of best cars for tall drivers, the Kia Soul was on that one too. The 2021 Kia Soul happens to have a highly adjustable interior. Consumer Reports says to pay particular attention to how the head restraints and shoulder belts fit. The 2021 Kia Soul passed all of these tests. Plus, it is reliable and scored well on the road test.
2. Best new car, luxury option: Mercedes-Benz C-Class
The Mercedes-Benz C-Class was named the best luxury compact vehicle for short drivers. Consumer Reports found the C-Class reliable and a solid contender in the luxury compact car category. It also offers 26 mpg overall. The Mercedes-Benz interiors are luxurious and usually have many adjustable ways to make the seat, seatbelt, steering wheel, and mirrors fit your preference.
3. Don’t overlook the Subaru Legacy
The 2021 Subaru Legacy came in second on the list of midsize vehicles. CR says that it has an adjustable seatbelt and seat situation that make it ideal for shorter drivers. Coupled with large windows and small blind sports, the Legacy makes a good pick.
4. The best new car for short drivers from Lexus is the ES
The Lexus ES has above-average predicted reliability, predicted owner satisfaction, and a road test. It came in first on the list of luxury midsize cars and made an excellent vehicle for someone short. The 2021 Lexus ES is a highly reliable luxury automobile that also gets 25 mpg. Not a bad deal.
5. The ever reliable Toyota Avalon
Are these cars starting to run together now? The best cars on this list also happen to have the same general shape. The 2021 Toyota Avalon is reliable, a green choice, and has above-average ratings for the road test. The Avalon is a large car but also has large windows for visibility.
6. An ultra-luxury option, the BMW 7 Series
The BMW 7 Series came in first on the list of ultra-luxury cars. It gets 21 mpg and scored well on the Consumer Reports road test. BMW has a large following for the impressive interior and exterior design, which the 7 Series delivers.
Buying a new car doesn’t have to be stressful
Finding the perfect new car can be a breeze if buyers do some research ahead of time and prioritize certain features. Consumer Reports does a lot of testing before recommending vehicles, which gives buyers a jumping-off point.
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