PeterPan Posted November 30, 2017 Share Posted November 30, 2017 My dad is pretty tall (6'4") and needs to replace an aging Buick Rendevous. He doesn't drive a lot, so used better car or new economy, anything could work. I think the Rendevous is considered a crossover. Would a sedan fit him well or should we stick with a crossover? He's saying budget is $25k and I think it could reasonably be half that for how little he drives. Any suggestions? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Posted November 30, 2017 Share Posted November 30, 2017 A compact/economy would be a tight-but-doable fit, I think. If you look at the Fords, the focus and fiesta might be too small, but I think the taurus might be too much for what he needs, so a fusion is in the middle, size-wise. The buick looks big, to me. It says it is a mid-size CUV. I think they make smaller ones now that should still be big enough. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Arcadia Posted November 30, 2017 Share Posted November 30, 2017 How is his height distributed? Long torso or long legs or about even? My 6’3†friend has long legs so he would test drive a few cars and see which ones he can push the driver seat all the way back and don’t feel cramp. Another tall friend needs the higher headroom and the leg room as he keeps bumping his head in sedans. I forgot what he drives but he had a really hard time finding a good fit. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
happypamama Posted November 30, 2017 Share Posted November 30, 2017 DH is 6’2â€, and our Ford Focus fits him fine. It’s surprisingly roomy for such a small car. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HSmomof2 Posted November 30, 2017 Share Posted November 30, 2017 Our little Kia Soul has a surprisingly roomy interior and headroom. My dad (6’2â€) likes riding in it because of the headroom, and he finds it easy to get in/out of. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
skimomma Posted November 30, 2017 Share Posted November 30, 2017 My 6'6" friend drives a Focus and finds it comfortable....somehow. No one can sit behind him but that does not sound like it would be an issue for the OP. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ChrisB Posted November 30, 2017 Share Posted November 30, 2017 (edited) DH is 6'3" and long in the torso. Fords always seem to have the best head room for him. ETA: And, yes, we always buy to fit him even when we might like another vehicle generally better since he's our long-distance driver. ETA2: We had a Ford Escort for years, and he had to lean the car seat back quite a bit, but he fit. I called it his clown car. :smilielol5: He kinda folded out of it. Good times... Edited November 30, 2017 by ChrisB 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
J-rap Posted November 30, 2017 Share Posted November 30, 2017 Hmmm.... My ds is nearly 6'4" and has a Ford Focus. He hasn't complained about it! 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Scarlett Posted November 30, 2017 Share Posted November 30, 2017 My dad is pretty tall (6'4") and needs to replace an aging Buick Rendevous. He doesn't drive a lot, so used better car or new economy, anything could work. I think the Rendevous is considered a crossover. Would a sedan fit him well or should we stick with a crossover? He's saying budget is $25k and I think it could reasonably be half that for how little he drives. Any suggestions? My son is 6'4 and his Prius is a good fit. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PeterPan Posted December 1, 2017 Author Share Posted December 1, 2017 Well that explains why he keeps mentioning pickup trucks! Yes, he's a lot of torso. Inseam is long too, but not crazy long. We drove a Nissan Altima rental car this week and he was very cramped, even with the front seat all the way back. I can see why you're suggesting the Ford Focus! And thanks for the terms on the crossovers. I found some lists on compact SUVs, etc., which I think is getting me on-track. I've seen the Kia Soul, and I agree it's a lot of car for the money! I was really impressed by the spaciousness inside. Thanks ladies, I'm feeling a little more on-track here. :) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jaz Posted December 1, 2017 Share Posted December 1, 2017 My ds is 6'3" and can easily fit in our Scion XB, even in the back seat! 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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