Quick Facts About Vehicles for Tall People
- Tall drivers must weigh headroom, legroom, windshield height, and more.
- If a taller driver prefers a sunroof, a test drive may help determine if the vehicle presents any head bumps.
- The best all-around vehicles for tall drivers include several you might expect and a few surprises.
Carmakers strive to engineer one-size-fits-all vehicles, but it’s an impossible goal. It doesn’t work any better with cars, trucks, and SUVs than it does with baseball caps. People on the extreme edges of the height bell curve must simply make do. The task, then, for those on the far end of the curve, is to determine which are the best cars for tall people. We can help.
We polled some of the taller drivers around the halls of Kelley Blue Book for their thoughts. At 6 feet 4 inches, KBB car reviewers Andy Bornhop and Michael Young have tallied plenty of bruised knees and head bumps over the years climbing in and out of cars. Their insight revealed to those of us in the middle of the height curve some of the compromises tall people must settle for when picking a vehicle.
Armed with these revelations and automakers’ model specifications, we created our picks for the best cars for tall people.
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Choosing a Car for a Tall Person Is Not an Easy Task
Those of us in the middle of the height curve usually don’t need to think much about headroom, maximum legroom, and windshield height. However, those are the first things a tall driver must consider. Sadly for taller people, the issues for selecting a car don’t end there.
Even if a driver can properly adjust the driver’s seat so one’s legs are comfortable, Bornhop pointed out that often the steering wheel won’t telescope out far enough for a tall person’s comfortable reach. Likewise, when the driver’s seat is positioned for comfort, often the outboard mirrors don’t offer sufficient adjustment to provide a decent view of the car’s flanks.
And then there’s some head bumping with sunroofs. “Sunroofs are horrible for headroom,” Bornhop said. That’s why it’s best for a taller person to check the headroom around a sunroof. Better yet, set up a test drive for all the considerations below.
What Are a Tall Driver’s Basic Considerations?
- Front-seat legroom: Is there enough legroom to be comfortable while driving?
- Front-seat headroom: Can you assume a normal driving position without your head brushing the headliner?
- Tilt-and-telescopic steering wheel: Is there sufficient adjustment to avoid a locked-elbow driving position?
- Windshield height: Can you see traffic lights without ducking to see under the windshield header?
- Outboard mirror adjustment: Do mirrors provide enough adjustment to position them out to the car’s flanks?
- Moonroofs and sunroofs: Will that loss of 1-2 inches of headroom put your head against the ceiling?
Best New Cars and SUVs for Tall People
When discussing car comfort, any tall person will assure you, the size of the vehicle does matter. The trend toward crossovers, SUVs, and pickup trucks during the last 10 years has improved the vehicle-buying prospects of taller drivers. Also, because they tend to be boxy, full-size trucks and SUVs often have taller windshields.
Full-size cars are another class of vehicles offering extra room for tall drivers. Although Ford and General Motors stopped making large sedans, not every automaker abandoned this type of vehicle. We included a couple of larger sedans among our picks.
Surprisingly, there are even some smaller cars on our list capable of accommodating tall drivers. They may prove a little tougher to get into and out of than a large car or SUV, but they provide a remarkable amount of headroom and legroom once seated inside.
These vehicles are ranked based on the amount of room they offer. We put them into three categories. The vehicles with the best all-around room with excellent head and legroom. The next category is our picks for tall drivers who carry their height in their torsos, who prioritize headroom over legroom. And the third category contains vehicles for long-legged drivers and those who seek out vehicles with excellent legroom. Although we heavily weighted the driver’s headroom and legroom, some subjectivity seeped into our picks.
Best All-Around Room
1. 2023 Chevrolet Tahoe
Base Price: $54,200 | Expert Rating: 4.6
Front headroom: 42.3 inches
Front legroom: 44.5 inches
As far as the driver’s headroom and legroom are concerned, you can lump the Chevy Suburban and both the GMC Yukon models in with the Chevy Tahoe. In addition to these models’ impressive front-seat legroom, the third-row legroom in the Tahoe (36.7 inches) is better than average.
Completely redesigned in 2021, the Tahoe retained its truck-based construction. It’s also more comfortable than ever. It’s loaded with connectivity tech and delivers an EPA-estimated 20 mpg on the highway with its base V8. See Chevrolet Tahoe models for sale near you
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2. 2023 GMC Sierra Crew Cab
Base Price: $42,800 | Expert Rating: 4.3
Front headroom: 43 inches
Front legroom: 44.5 inches
The Chevy Silverado Crew Cab has the same dimensions as the GMC Sierra. Actually, the more affordable Double Cab versions with narrower second-row doors also provide the same front-seat headroom and legroom. However, the Crew Cab has roughly 8 inches more rear-seat legroom.
As with all full-size pickups, the Sierra offers a wide variety of engine choices. The base engine is a 2.7-liter turbocharged 4-cylinder, delivering an EPA-estimated 22 mpg on the highway. If you want better fuel economy from your Sierra, a Sierra EV is slated for 2024.
The price here is for the basic, few-frills Sierra work truck. It does have Bluetooth connectivity and a few other amenities, but it also has crank windows. To begin adding some popular content means adding options or spending another $10,000 for the SLE trim. See GMC Sierra models for sale near you
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3. 2023 GMC Canyon Crew Cab
Base Price: $36,600 | Expert Rating: Not yet rated
Front headroom: 41.3 inches
Front legroom: 45.2 inches
The redesigned Canyon’s front legroom is the best among our truck and SUV picks. You can group the Chevy Colorado 4-door with the GMC Canyon for the sake of this list, as they share interior dimensions. With this new generation, GMC corrected our one big gripe with the previous model, which was the lack of advanced safety technologies on lower-tier trims. Now, even the 2023 base truck comes with a suite of safety and driver-aid tech like automatic emergency braking, lane-keeping assist, high-beam assist, and more.
As of now, we know the Canyon will be available with a 310-horsepower version of the 2.7-liter turbocharged 4-cylinder that motivates the Colorado. An 8-speed automatic transmission will hustle engine torque to the wheels.
A power-adjustable driver’s seat, an 11.3-inch touchscreen, Apple CarPlay, Android Auto, and two USB ports are standard.
If you need a truck before the 2023 Canyon and Colorado go on sale, the 2022 models offer 41.4 inches of headroom and 45 inches of legroom in front. See GMC Canyon models for sale near you
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4. 2023 Ford Expedition
Base Price: $55,125 | Expert Rating: 4.3
Front headroom: 42 inches
Front legroom: 43.9 inches
We could have just as easily featured the Expedition Max or Lincoln Navigator here. The front headroom and legroom are the same in the Max and nearly the same in the Navigator.
“Being 6-foot-4, the Ford Expedition provides an ample amount of room and then some,” said Michael Young, a senior editor of video and car reviewer at Kelley Blue Book.
Like the Tahoe, the Ford Expedition is truck-based, meaning it’s more rugged and can tow more than car-based SUVs. When appropriately equipped, maximum towing is 9,300 pounds.
KBB named it the Full-Size SUV Best Buy for 2023.
The 5-seat, entry-level XL trim comes standard with Ford’s Co-Pilot360 suite of driver aids with tech such as blind-spot monitoring and forward emergency braking. A 380-horsepower turbocharged V6 powers the Expedition. See Ford Expedition models for sale near you
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5. 2023 Hyundai Santa Fe
Base Price: $28,200 | Expert Rating: 4.7
Front headroom: 41.2 inches
Front legroom: 44.1 inches
Hyundai gave the Santa Fe a good sprucing up in 2021, and has only made minor tweaks since. We like this SUV enough to have named it the 2-row Midsize SUV Best Buy of 2023. It’s the fourth year in a row the Santa Fe earned this accolade.
Not only is the cabin roomy, but Hyundai loaded it with lots of premium amenities. Standard is an 8.8-inch touchscreen, as well as wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto.
There’s a full suite of driver aid technologies like forward collision warning with low-speed emergency braking, lane-keeping assist, adaptive cruise control, and high-beam assist.
In the entry-level SE, a 2.5-liter 4-cylinder engine delivers power via an 8-speed transmission. This arrangement is good for an EPA-estimated 28 mpg on the highway. See Hyundai Santa Fe models for sale near you
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Best Headroom
1. 2023 Buick Enclave
Base Price: $44,800 | Expert Rating: 3.8
Front Headroom: 42.6 inches
Front Legroom: 41.2 inches
Although the Chevrolet Traverse shares DNA with the Buick Enclave, the Traverse has a little more headroom (0.2 inch) and less legroom (0.19 inch). At 33.5 inches, the Enclave’s third-row legroom falls in the middle of the pack, but it’s easy to access.
In addition to its wide-open spaces, we like the Enclave for its comfy seating, quiet cabin, and list of standard features, like an 8-way power-adjustable driver’s seat, tri-zone automatic climate control, and Apple CarPlay and Android Auto integration. In addition, 4G LTE Wi-Fi capability is included.
A 3.6-liter V6 paired to a 9-speed automatic transmission delivers an EPA-estimated 26 miles per gallon on the highway. See Buick Enclave models for sale near you
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2. 2023 Volkswagen Atlas
Base Price: $35,150 | Expert Rating: 3.9
Front headroom: 41.3 inches
Front legroom: 41.7 inches
The Volkswagen Atlas is tall, with a large glass greenhouse providing excellent visibility. With three rows of seats, it can hold up to seven people.
Access to the rear seat in the Atlas, often an afterthought in other SUVs, is engineered for taller people.
Even with the base 2.0-liter turbocharged 4-cylinder engine, fuel economy is somewhat disappointing. It gets an EPA-estimated 25 mpg on the highway. You lose 1 mpg city, highway, and combined if you opt for all-wheel drive (AWD).
Some standard features include LED exterior lights, rain-sensing wipers, a 6.5-inch touchscreen, Apple CarPlay, and Android Auto.
Among the standard driver aids are forward collision warning with emergency braking and a blind-spot monitor. See Volkswagen Atlas models for sale near you
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3. 2023 Nissan Leaf
Base Price: $28,040 | Expert Rating: 3.9
Front headroom: 41.2 inches
Front legroom: 42.1 inches
With the most headroom of any car among our picks, the Nissan Leaf falls near the middle in legroom. An electric vehicle (EV), the Leaf delivers a government-estimated 123 MPGe in the city and 99 MPGe on the highway. Its standard range on a full charge is 149 miles. The Nissan Plus increases that range to 212 miles.
Even the base Leaf comes well-equipped with 16-inch alloy wheels, an 8-inch touchscreen with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, four USB ports, satellite radio capability, 10 airbags, and automatic climate control.
Among the driver-aid technologies are forward collision warning with emergency braking, rear automatic braking, blind-spot monitor, rear cross-traffic alert, and high-beam assist. See Nissan Leaf models for sale near you
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4. 2023 Genesis G80
Base Price: $50,000 | Expert Rating 4.3
Front headroom: 41.1 inches
Front legroom: 42.5 inches
Genesis continues to strive to reinforce its position within the ranks of luxury brands. Its G80 plants the Genesis flag in the midsize-luxury sedan segment. It comes with a wide range of standard equipment, including 12-way power-adjustable and heated front seats. A 14.5-inch touchscreen anchors the Genesis G80‘s infotainment system featuring Apple CarPlay and Android Auto. Adaptive cruise control, forward emergency braking, blind-spot monitor, and high-beam assist come standard, among other driver aids.
Available in rear-wheel drive (RWD) or all-wheel drive (AWD), the RWD G80 delivers an EPA-estimated 32 mpg on the highway with its 2.5-liter turbocharged 4-cylinder engine. You can upgrade to a 3.5-liter turbocharged V6. Only available in certain states, Genesis also markets a G80 EV version. See Genesis G80 models for sale near you
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5. 2023 Subaru Ascent
Base Price: $33,895 | Expert Rating 4.2
Front headroom: 41.2 inches
Front legroom: 42.2 inches
Subaru updated the Ascent for 2023 with more technology and a few styling enhancements. As Subaru’s largest SUV, the Ascent delivers scads of legroom, as well as impressive headroom. Moreover, it boasts standard AWD, solid resale value, and 28 mpg on the highway. Oh, and it can seat up to eight in its three rows of seats, or seven with its available second-row captain’s chairs. There are plenty of reasons Subaru owners are rabidly loyal.
Sourcing its go from a 260-horsepower 4-cylinder engine, the Ascent has sufficient oomph even when loaded with passengers or cargo. Its ride is smooth and reasonably quiet. Subaru arms every Ascent with a range of advanced safety technologies like automatic emergency braking, lane-keeping assist, adaptive cruise control, and more.
The infotainment touchscreen is a generous 11.6 inches supporting satellite-radio capability, wireless Apple CarPlay, and wireless Android Auto. See 2023 Subaru Ascent models for sale near you.
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6. 2023 Jeep Renegade
Base Price: $29,995 (est) | Expert Rating: 3.3
Front headroom: 41.1 inches
Front legroom: 41.2 inches
It may be the smallest model in Jeep’s lineup, but the Jeep Renegade is no pipsqueak when accommodating taller drivers. Much of that has to do with its upright, boxy shape. Visibility, whether through the windshield or in any other direction, is much better than average for taller drivers.
If you want a subcompact SUV with loads of character and, when appropriately dressed out, the capability to do some serious off-roading, it’s the Renegade. The base engine is a 177-horsepower 1.3-liter turbo 3-cylinder mated to a 9-speed automatic transmission. Every Renegade is 4-wheel drive (4WD). The EPA-estimated highway mileage is 27 mpg (2022 models).
The 2023 models are arriving at dealerships now, and with the new model year, there are updates and improvements. Now standard on every Renegade: forward collision warning with emergency braking, blind-spot monitor, rear cross-traffic alert, lane-keeping assist, and lane-departure warning. Apple CarPlay and Android Auto are also included. If your local dealer doesn’t have any 2023 models in stock yet, the 2022, starting at $24,695, is just as roomy inside. See Jeep Renegade models for sale near you
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7. 2023 Kia Niro
Base Price: $26,590 | Expert Rating: 4.5
Front headroom: 40.5 inches
Front legroom: 41.5 inches
Another best-headroom contender snatched from the electrified roster, the Kia Niro comes as a hybrid (HEV), a plug-in hybrid (PHEV), and an EV. In fact, Kia doesn’t even offer the Niro with a gasoline-only powertrain. Nope. When tagged as simply the Niro, it’s a hybrid good for 53 mpg in the city, 54 mpg on the highway, and 53 mpg in combined driving.
Kia redesigned the Niro for 2023. Defying pigeonholing, the Niro isn’t quite a hatchback, nor is it quite a small crossover. The government classifies it as a small station wagon, but it’s not that either. Oh well. However you categorize it, the Niro offers ample front headroom while still delivering excellent legroom. Second-row legroom is a generous 39.8 inches to boot.
Propulsion for the Niro is in the form of a 139-horsepower 1.6-liter engine mated to a self-charging electric motor. It only comes with front-wheel drive. Roomy and comfortable, the cabin is nicely equipped. Kia also arms it with a wide array of advanced safety technologies. And, of course, it boasts Kia’s 10-year or 100,000-mile powertrain warranty. See Kia Niro models for sale near you
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Best Legroom
1. 2023 Kia K5
Base Price: $25,290 | Expert Rating: 4.5
Front headroom: 40.2 inches
Front legroom: 46.1 inches
Filling the Optima’s shoes in Kia’s lineup in 2021, the Kia K5 is no disappointment. As with the Kia Optima, the K5 has a spacious, well-executed interior. Its 46.1 inches of legroom in front is the best of any vehicle on this list.
Delivering an EPA-estimated 37 mpg on the highway, the K5’s base engine is a 1.6-liter turbocharged 4-cylinder. Output reaches the front wheels by way of an 8-speed automatic transmission. All-wheel drive is available.
Even the entry-level LX comes with 16-inch alloy wheels, dual-zone automatic climate control, 8-inch touchscreen, Android Auto, Apple CarPlay, forward collision warning with emergency braking, lane-keeping assist, lane-following assist, and high-beam assist. See Kia K5 models for sale near you
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2. 2023 Nissan Versa
Base Price: $15,730 | Expert Rating: 4.2
Front headroom: 39.5 inches
Front legroom: 44.5 inches
More evidence that a car doesn’t need to be huge on the outside to deliver accommodations for taller people, the Nissan Versa impresses with its thoughtful use of interior space. Solid headroom and the second-best front-seat legroom among the sedans on our list, the Versa shines. The listed price is with a 5-speed manual transmission. Opting for an automatic will set you back $1,670.
Here’s what Andy Bornhop said after a family holiday trip in the car: “The Versa may be compact, but it recently accommodated my unusually tall family surprisingly well. Son Andrew (6’7”) rode shotgun, while I drove. Both of us had plenty of headroom. Wife Patty (5’4”) took the spot behind me, while the other son Thomas (6’2”) sat behind his brother. Because I had my seat all the way back, Patty did struggle a bit with her feet as she got out of the Versa. But, that’s a minor complaint on a car that reminded me of just how pleasant and accommodating a compact sedan can be.”
Go comes from a 1.6-liter 4-cylinder engine and a choice of manual or automatic transmission. Mileage is 35 mpg on the highway (the 2022 rating), which jumps to 40 mpg with the automatic. The base trim has basic convenience features like power windows and door locks, as well as a 7-inch touchscreen, automatic emergency braking, and lane-departure warning. See Nissan Versa models for sale near you
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3. Chevrolet Bolt EUV
Base Price: $27,800 | Expert Rating: 4.6
Front headroom: 40.0 inches
Front legroom: 44.3 inches
A real value among small SUV EVs, the Bolt EUV costs nearly $14,000 less than it did last year thanks to Chevy cutting its price by nearly $6,000 and also again qualifying for the $7,500 government tax credit under the new regulations that came into play on Jan. 1, 2023. A bargain price, 247-mile range, and scads of headroom and legroom make a compelling case for the Bolt EUV, particularly for taller drivers. We honored it with KBB’s Best Buy Award for EVs under $35,000.
Sort of an odd duck among EV SUVs, there isn’t much competing directly with the Bolt EUV. Its electric system generates 200 horsepower and 266 lb-ft of torque, which it delivers to the front wheels.
For its bargain price, the Bolt EUV comes well-contented with features like a 10.2-inch touchscreen, one-pedal driving, wireless Android Auto, wireless Apple CarPlay, and several advanced safety technologies. See Chevrolet Bolt EUV models for sale near you
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4. 2023 Nissan Kicks
Base Price: $20,290 | Expert Rating: 4.0
Front headroom: 40.4 inches
Front legroom: 43.7 inches
Yep, it’s another Nissan. This time it’s the value-packed Kicks. Although at 33.4 inches, the rear legroom might be a little tight for those towering over 6-foot tall, the front headroom and legroom are surprisingly abundant.
We wish Nissan packed a little more under the hood of the Kicks. It makes do with a 122-horsepower 1.6-liter 4-cylinder engine matched to an automatic (CVT) transmission. Government-estimated highway mileage is 36 mpg. Nissan only offers Kicks with FWD.
Nissan loads up the Kicks with an array of advanced safety tech like automatic emergency braking, blind-spot monitoring, and more. Some surprising features at this price point are proximity keyless entry with push-button start, high-beam assist, and safety alerts transmitted through the steering wheel.
We think tall drivers on a budget certainly should check out the Kicks. See Nissan Kicks models for sale near you
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5. 2023 Subaru Outback
Base Price: $28,395 | Expert Rating: 4.6
Front headroom: 40.1 inches
Front legroom: 42.8 inches
The second of three Subaru models among our picks, the Outback benefited from a freshening for 2023. It’s still difficult for us not to think of the Outback as a wagon rather than the SUV it’s grown into. Driving this nimble AWD machine doesn’t do much to make us think it’s an SUV. Despite its high driving position, the Outback is responsive in its handling and car-like in its ride. Taller drivers should have no issue with establishing a comfortable driving position.
Most grades use a 182-horsepower 4-cylinder engine to generate thrust and an automatic transmission to spin all four wheels. Subaru incorporates its X-Mode into its software, which adds hill-descent control and monitors wheel grip to move torque to the wheels with traction. Even with AWD, the Outback delivers 29 mpg on the highway. A more powerful turbocharged 4-cylinder engine is available.
A suite of standard advanced safety technologies like automatic emergency braking, lane-centering, adaptive cruise control, and more are included.
The price listed is for the base model; however, we suggest spending a couple of grand more for the value-packed Premium trim. It adds goodies like a power-adjustable driver’s seat, dual-zone automatic climate control, and much more. See Subaru Outback models for sale near you
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6. 2023 Subaru Legacy
Base Price: $24,395 | Expert Rating: 4.0
Front headroom: 39.4 inches
Front legroom: 42.8 inches
For the money, it’s tough for taller drivers to find a more well-rounded car. The Subaru Legacy, even with standard AWD, gets a whopping EPA-estimated 35 mpg on the highway from its 2.5-liter 4-cylinder engine. A continuously variable transmission (CVT) transfers power to the wheels.
Although we recommend spending an extra $2,250 for the Premium grade, the Base version comes with adaptive cruise control, lane centering, lane-departure warning, forward collision warning with emergency braking, and high-beam assist.
Apple CarPlay and Android Auto are also standard. But stepping up to the Premium grade adds a 10-way power-adjustable driver’s seat, dual-zone automatic climate control, an 11.6-inch touchscreen, and more. See Subaru Legacy models for sale near you
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7. 2023 Lexus ES
Base Price: $41,440 | Expert Rating: 4.8
Front headroom: 37.5 inches
Front legroom: 42.4 inches
Fulfilling the role of a roomy, comfy midsize sedan for the Lexus lineup, the Lexus ES features sharp styling and the availability of all-wheel drive. The second-row seat is spacious, too, with plenty of legroom. The listed price of $42,590 on Lexus’ website includes the $1,150 factory destination fee.
The ES is KBB’s Luxury Car Best Buy for 2023.
The $41,440 base price is for the ES 250 with a 2.5-liter 4-cylinder engine and all-wheel drive, or an ES 350 with a 3.5-liter V6 and front-wheel drive. The EPA-estimated highway fuel economy for the ES 250 is 34 mpg, and 32 mpg for the ES 350. The ES 300h hybrid earns up to 44 mpg.
Every ES comes with forward collision warning with emergency braking, lane-keeping assist, adaptive cruise control, high-beam assist, lane-departure alert, and lane-tracing assist. Apple CarPlay and Android Auto are also standard. See Lexus ES models for sale near you
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8. 2023 Honda Accord
Base Price: $27,295 | Expert Rating: Not yet rated
Front headroom: 39.5 inches
Front legroom: 42.3 inches
The Honda Accord earned our Midsize Car Best Buy of 2022 award, the seventh time it has earned that accolade. In addition to the Honda Accord‘s impressive headroom and legroom, its base 1.5-liter turbocharged 4-cylinder engine turns in an estimated 37 mpg on the highway. Upper trim levels get a hybrid powertrain, good for an estimated 46 mpg city/41 highway mpg fuel economy.
In the base LX, a self-opening trunk, automatic climate control, 7-inch touchscreen, Apple CarPlay, and Android Auto are all standard.
And every Accord comes with the Honda Sensing suite of driver aids, which includes forward collision warning with emergency braking, lane-keeping assist, and adaptive cruise control with low-speed follow. If your dealership doesn’t have the 2023 Accord in stock, the 2022 model starts at $25,470 and has the same front headroom and legroom. See Honda Accord models for sale near you
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9. 2023 Honda Civic
Base Price: $25,050 Expert Rating: 4.7
Front headroom: 39.3 inches
Front legroom: 42.3 inches
Basically, the Honda Civic and Accord share front headroom and legroom numbers. That might surprise you. It did us.
The Accord does have roughly 3 inches more rear-seat legroom than the Civic. Not only can the Civic accommodate tall drivers, its base price includes a rich array of standard features, like the Honda Sensing suite of driver aids.
“I’m pleasantly surprised that the Civic can offer this much space for a 6’4″ tall guy like me,” said Young, the Kelley Blue Book reviewer. “With good legroom, features, and entry price, it could pose as a good alternative to spending more on an Accord.”
There are two Civic engines to choose from. A 158-horsepower 1.5-liter 4-cylinder engine comes standard; a 180-horsepower turbo version comes with higher trim levels. The base engine gets 37 highway mpg. The more powerful turbocharged engine achieves an EPA-estimated 42 mpg on the highway. See Honda Civic models for sale near you
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10. 2023 Kia EV6
Base Price: $48,700 | Expert Rating: 4.5
Front headroom: 39.0 inches
Front legroom: 42.2 inches
With its fast-charging capability, free charging, and 310 miles of maximum range, the Kia EV6 should be inviting to EV shoppers in general and to long-legged ones in particular. Achieved by adding a second motor to the rear axle, AWD is available for the lower two trims and standard for the top grade.
It’s no surprise the EV6 is quiet; however, that quiet is amplified by the smooth ride. Dominating the dashboard is a 12.3-inch curved digital gauge cluster paired with a 12.3-inch infotainment touchscreen. Navigation and Wi-Fi hotspot capability are standard.
Every new EV6 arrives with Kia’s Drive Wise bundle of safety and driver-aid technologies. For example, blind-spot monitoring, lane-keeping assist, high-beam assist, automatic emergency braking, adaptive cruise control, and more are included. It even provides the semi-autonomous Highway Driving Assist that accelerates, brakes, and steers the EV6 under certain conditions. See 2023 Kia EV6 models for sale near you
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Best Used Cars and SUVs for Tall People
We could have as easily called this section the best out-of-production cars for tall people, as carmakers retired some of these models. If your budget can’t accommodate a new vehicle, these are used ones with loads of head- and legroom.
Roomy Used SUVs
1. 2018-2020 Nissan Rogue
Front headroom: 41.6 inches
Front legroom: 43.0 inches
The Nissan Rogue is a compact SUV with an impressively roomy cabin. The Rogue was all-new for 2021, but you can look to the previous generation for more space for the driver and front passenger. See used Nissan Rogue models for sale near you
2. 2016-2019 Ford Flex
Front headroom: 41.4 inches
Front legroom: 42.9 inches
The Flex was a 3-row SUV with a boxy retro-wagon shape that allowed for excellent headroom and shoulder space. The second row is nearly as roomy as the first. See used Ford Flex models for sale near you
3. 2019-2022 Subaru Forester
Front headroom: 41.2 inches
Front legroom: 43.3 inches
Subaru’s compact SUV was all-new for 2019. With this generation, Subaru redesigned the interior, making terrific use of the space and creating a lot of room. See used Subaru Forester models for sale near you
4. 2013-2015 Honda Pilot
Front headroom: 40.0 inches
Front legroom: 41.4 inches
Big, comfortable, and reliable, the 2013-2015 Honda Pilot is a spacious midsize SUV choice. See used Honda Pilot models for sale near you
5. 2017-2019 & 2020-2022 Chevrolet Equinox
Front headroom: 40.0 inches
Front legroom: 39.8 inches/40.9 inches (2020-2022)
The Chevy Equinox is known as one of the more comfortable compact SUVs on the market. One of the reasons why is its impressive interior space, a real asset for taller drivers. Chevy updated the Equinox in 2020 with even more front legroom. See used Chevrolet Equinox models for sale near you
Roomy Used Cars
1. 2016-2020 Cadillac CT6
Front headroom: 40.6 inches
Front legroom: 46.4 inches
American-made with lots of standard features, this is a large sedan you can pick up at a bargain price. See used Cadillac CT6 models for sale near you
2. 2017-2020 Chevrolet Impala
Front headroom: 39.9 inches
Front legroom: 45.8 inches
This is a terrific-looking big car sacrificed on the altar of SUVs. If you find one, it will be more than affordable. See used Chevrolet Impala models for sale near you
3. 2015-2020 Kia Optima
Front headroom: 39.8 inches
Front legroom: 45.5 inches
A perennial favorite of ours, the Optima is a roomy midsize sedan with plenty of standard technology. See used Kia Optima models for sale near you
4. 2015-2016 Hyundai Equus
Front headroom: 38.7 inches
Front legroom: 45.1 inches
This large premium sedan has plenty of passenger space and luxury trappings. See used Hyundai Equus models for sale near you
5. 2013-2015 Scion xB
Front headroom: 40.0 inches
Front legroom: 40.7 inches
The Scion xB delivers solid fuel economy, excellent reliability, and plenty of interior room. Shop carefully, and you’ll wind up with an affordable gem. See used Scion xB models for sale near you
6. 2017-2020 Honda Fit
Front headroom: 39.5 inches
Front legroom: 41.4 inches
From the curb, the Fit doesn’t look particularly inviting for someone over 6 feet tall, but it is. With a base price under $18,000 when new, used ones are wonderfully affordable. See used Honda Fit models for sale near you
7. 2017-2019 Nissan Versa Note
Front headroom: 40.8 inches
Front legroom: 41.3 inches
Another car with more space on the inside than its exterior suggests, the Nissan Versa Note is a bargain used. See used Nissan Versa Note models for sale near you
Best All-Around Room
- 2023 Chevrolet Tahoe
- 2023 GMC Sierra Crew Cab
- 2023 GMC Canyon Crew Cab
- 2023 Ford Expedition
- 2023 Hyundai Santa Fe
Best Headroom
- 2023 Buick Enclave
- 2023 Volkswagen Atlas
- 2023 Nissan Leaf
- 2023 Genesis G80
- 2023 Subaru Ascent
- 2023 Jeep Renegade
- 2023 Kia Niro
Best Legroom
- 2023 Kia K5
- 2023 Nissan Versa
- 2023 Chevrolet Bolt EUV
- 2023 Nissan Kicks
- 2023 Subaru Outback
- 2023 Subaru Legacy
- 2023 Lexus ES
- 2023 Honda Accord
- 2023 Honda Civic
- 2023 Kia EV6
Roomy Used SUVs
- 2018-2020 Nissan Rogue
- 2016-2019 Ford Flex
- 2019-2020 Subaru Forester
- 2013-2015 Honda Pilot
- 2017-2019/2020-2022 Chevrolet Equinox
Roomy Used Cars
- 2016-2020 Cadillac CT6
- 2017-2020 Chevrolet Impala
- 2015-2020 Kia Optima
- 2015-2016 Hyundai Equus
- 2013-2015 Scion xB
- 2017-2020 Honda Fit
- 2017-2019 Nissan Versa Note
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