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Best cars for tall people in 2025?

Finding the right car for your size can be quite an ordeal if you stand head and shoulders above everyone else. We have collated picks for 2025 below.

Buying a Car2 min read

Cars for tall folk

Being an individual who defies gravity does have its advantages. You can reach places that short people can't, you are considered great at certain sports, and shopping becomes quite an adventure. It does have some downsides, though, such as finding a car that fits your unique dimensions. 

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A few essential considerations exist when looking for a vehicle that fits your longer frame. Be conscious of headroom; this is important to avoid bumping your head. You are going to want plenty of legroom to avoid cramped legs. A very important consideration is where the B pillar sits, as if you push the seat back to accommodate your legs, it may feel like you are driving from the back seat. You are also going to want seating that is multiway adjustable to adjust to your body measurements perfectly, and last but not least, choose the right kind of car for your lifestyle.

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Jeep Grand Cherokee L

Jeep Grand Cherokee L

Offers ample leg and shoulder room and a third row of seats with easy access and controls. 

Jeep Grand Cherokee L 3.6 4x4 Overland (2022) Review



Ford Tourneo Custom

Ford Tourneo Custom

The Tourneo is made with ample space, so there's plenty of legroom and headroom for taller individuals.

Ford Tourneo Custom 2.0SiT Trend LWB (2024) Review


Mazda CX-5 Carbon

Mazda CX-5

Offers enough head and legroom to accommodate taller drivers. 



Toyota Corolla Cross Hybrid
 

Toyota Corolla Cross Hybrid

Provides a comfortable ride with good fuel economy and features like Android Auto and Apple CarPlay.
 

BMW X3 M50
  

BMW X3

Consider the second-hand market for potential cost savings on models from previous years. 



Ford Everest Sport

Ford Everest

The Everest is one of a gaggle of seven-seater SUVs that we would recommend for taller folks.

Ford Everest 2.0 BiTurbo Sport (2024) Review



Suzuki Ignis

Suzuki Ignis

This one may surprise you, but the Ignis has more space inside than you realise and can easily accommodate larger individuals.

Suzuki Ignis GLX (2020) Review

Author - Lawrence Minnie

Written by Lawrence Minnie

Lawrence has been involved with motorsports for almost 30 years. Whether it's two wheels or four, if it has an engine, he will try to race it. This love of motor vehicles has led him to ride, drive, film, photograph, and write about his passion. Freelance for a while but now a permanent fixture on the AutoTrader team for over 7 years, Lawrence contributes written, photographic, and video content for AutoTrader and AutoTrader Bikes.Read more

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