Best and Worst Cars for Tall and Short Drivers

A handful of cars are especially versatile and rated very highly by both tall and short testers, but that’s rare. And there are several models that serve neither tall nor short drivers well, such as the Mazda MX-5 Miata, Jeep Wrangler, and Lucid Air.

Bear in mind that some models give drivers space at the expense of back-seat passengers. It’s important to see how a car will work for your specific needs, and often that means taking the whole family to a dealership for a fitting.

Measurements and comfort ratings can be compared on the model pages, available from the linked cars below. The vehicles are ranked based on their accommodations for tall or short drivers, depending on the list.

For more targeted guidance by car type, see our lists of best cars for short people and best cars for tall people.

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