Best Cars and SUVs for Tall People
These tested models can comfortably accommodate drivers over 6 feet tall
Choosing the best vehicle for your needs means ensuring a good fit, a particular concern if you’re a tall driver. All the performance data in the world can’t overcome the fact that just like people, cars come in all shapes and sizes.
Consumer Reports uses a range of test drivers to assess driver comfort, including short and tall staff members. Each participant in this jury evaluates access, driving position, front-seat comfort, and visibility.
The results are tabulated to create composite scores that are presented on our car model pages, where CR members can find our complete road tests and survey results.
But to help tall drivers find the cars and SUVs that may fit them best, we focused on the specific results from our tallest drivers. (See our list of the best cars and SUVs for short people.)
“When judging cars, I pay particular attention to the balance of legroom, headroom, and comfortable reach to the steering wheel," says Ryan Pszczolkowski, CR’s tire program manager, who’s 6 feet, 2 inches tall. “Having a steering wheel that can tilt and telescope makes a big difference.”
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