The Best Cars for Seniors, All the Features You Need

If you recall exactly where you were when you heard JFK was shot, read on. Don't let the word "seniors" in the title put you off.This writer doesn't like the word, either, and he crossed the 70 Rubicon two years ago. Hey, it is what it is, right?

No matter the age, here at Kelley Blue Book, we believe in owning a car that makes everyday life easier, driving safer, and fits our budget. On the other hand, we’d be kidding ourselves to think there aren't some features and issues that take on more consequences as we age.So, with all of that in mind, we approached pulling together a list of the best vehicles for seniors. Use our quick links below to head to the section you want or jump ahead to see the Best Cars for Seniors list.

You probably don't need us to tell you what to keep in mind as you shop for a car. However, we want to tell you about a few things and features to consider as you carefully weigh your buying decision.

The goal of our process aims to put you into a comfy, safe environment so you can concentrate on what is important. That is, an environment allowing you to keep your attention on the road and surrounding traffic.

So as you set out on your search, you can use the information below to create a checklist helping you itemize the features you want in a new or used car. Just know that scoring all of them in a single vehicle is a tough nut to crack. However, acquire a majority of them, and you should be more than satisfied with your choice.

Whatever you drive, you’ll want to be able to get into and out of any vehicle with ease. That means wide door openings and seats just below hip level, or as close to it as possible. You will eventually tire of falling into and leveraging yourself out of a sports car or a subcompact if that's what you had in mind. If you are more than 6 feet tall, you probably figured that out a long time ago. It only gets worse with age.

Likewise, if you are considering a pickup truck or large SUV, you’ll want running boards and grab handles on the A-pillars to hoist yourself in. We didn't include any large trucks or SUVs among our picks for that very reason.

We also didn't include any 2-door coupes. Folding yourself into a pretzel crawling into the backseat of a 2-door is a kid's game.

In any vehicle, you want to see and be seen. We are convinced a higher perch with plenty of glass surrounding you is your best bet. Our list leans heavily on crossovers providing exactly that.

LED exterior lighting — like headlights with auto on-off, taillights, and daytime running lights — provides better illumination over a wider space than conventional lights. These lights shine brighter, and other drivers will easily spot them. We are big fans of high-beam assist, in which the headlight system automatically engages and disengages the high-beam lights in needed scenarios. We also appreciate an auto-dimming rearview mirror that senses approaching headlights from behind. The feature automatically dims their reflection from the rearview mirror.

We like the idea of rain-sensing wipers that we don't need to keep fidgeting with as the precipitation volume increases and decreases. In the Snowbelt, wiper de-icers will be a big help, as are headlight washers. If you buy a crossover, a rear-window wiper and defroster rank as must-haves. Heated outboard mirrors are equally helpful in colder temperatures.

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Give yourself a break. Driving makes you tired regardless of age. Consequently, what you want to do is minimize fatigue. We strongly recommend a power-adjustable driver's seat. And not just a 4-way or 6-way seat.

Insist on one that adjusts fore and aft, up and down, and reclines. While you are at it, consider seats with power lumbar adjustments. On that next multi-hour driving trip, you’ll be glad you did.

It's just part of the getting older experience to become more sensitive to cold and heat. If you deal with cold winters, heated seats and a heated steering wheel make a lot of sense. If you reside in the Sunbelt, the same goes for ventilated seats, which help to cool you down in hot weather.

A steering wheel with height (tilt) and telescopic adjustments is a must. Between a fully adjustable seat and an adjustable steering wheel, you should be able to find the most comfortable driving position.

Some vehicles do better than others at controlling the amount of racket seeping into the cabin from the engine and surrounding traffic. Noise is annoying and distracting. So, it's best to spend time in as quiet an environment as possible.

Many of our vehicle picks excel in this area.

Even if you did everything right and are sitting on a big pile of retirement savings, value still counts. It's just a reality of car ownership; stuff goes wrong. The goal is to minimize upkeep costs. Well, all costs, really.

Driving a vehicle with solid fuel economy helps at the start. Therefore, we’ve included the combined mileage estimate from the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) for the models we’ve picked. Beyond mileage, some models simply require less maintenance than others. Use our 5-year Cost to Own tool to estimate the costs of vehicle maintenance, fuel, repairs, and insurance before buying the vehicle that's right for you.

Cars, trucks, and SUVs are safer today than ever before. Safety features like antilock brakes, stability control, traction control, and rearview cameras are now on every new car. Most vehicles come with at least six airbags, and many provide more than that.

The government and the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS) crash test cars, scoring their safety. All of the new cars on this list earned the IIHS Top Safety Pick (TSP) or Top Safety Pick+ (TSP+) rating. Used cars posted the IIHS top score of Good in their crash tests, while some also earned the TSP or TSP+ accolade. In some instances, you will see "2022" after the TSP or TSP+ rating. This indicates this 2023 model is substantially unchanged from 2022; however, the IIHS has yet to update the preferred rating.

Additionally, safety technology in the form of active driver aids is advancing at a blistering pace.

We can thank the relentless march toward driverless cars for most of the driver-aid (driver-assistance) technologies. Velcro and microwave ovens were born of our efforts to send people into space. Today, all manner of gee-wizardry is a side benefit of trying to make cars self-driving.

Those of us still haunted by the flashing clock on a long-abandoned VCR can take comfort in knowing many of these driver aids don't require much in the way of input from us.

However, keep in mind that totally autonomous cars may still be decades away. No matter how much a carmaker boasts about its driver-assistance systems, they all require hands on the wheel and eyes on the road. There are no exceptions.

As you research that next car purchase, you may be shocked by the number of vehicles on the market featuring some degree of electric propulsion. Cars, SUVs, and pickup trucks are represented in the wave of vehicles offered at least partially electrified.

Our picks do not include full-size SUVs or trucks. Taller drivers may be happier in a big SUV or truck, but we believe most older drivers (and passengers) would find entering and exiting challenging and potentially unpleasant.

As for midsize or small crossover SUVs, these are well-suited for easier ingress and egress. They also provide a higher seating position and better view than passenger cars, yet most offer low step-in heights. For these reasons, we lean toward midsize and smaller crossovers.

However, we placed several 4-door cars on our list. We live in an SUV-crossover world, but plenty of people still prefer sedans. And manufacturers continue to build terrific cars.

Here are our new car picks, based on the best combination of features, fuel economy, safety, and reliability for the money. We provide the trim and its price for each pick that we think is the best buy for seniors. However, we’ve also included the base prices for the entry-level trim level so you can get an idea of whether or not each vehicle will fit your budget.

The rankings between #1 and #2 on this list are razor-thin. However, you won't get an argument from us if you want to crown the Toyota Camry as one of the best midsize cars ever. It's roomy, quiet, and easy to live with. We score it high for reliability and holding its value. The Camry offers a 4-cylinder or a V6 engine, as well as a hybrid that nets up to 52 combined mpg. All-wheel drive (AWD) is available on 4-cylinder models. Ten airbags are standard on all grades.

The base LE trim level provides the full battery of LED exterior lighting (auto on-off headlights, taillights, and daytime running lights), an 8-way power driver's seat with power lumbar support, and Safety Sense 2.5+. Safety Sense 2.5+ includes forward collision warning with automatic emergency braking, lane-departure warning with steering assist, lane-tracing assist, adaptive cruise control, and high-beam assist.

However, moving up to the XLE ($30,970) adds blind-spot monitoring, dual-zone automatic climate control, an upgraded rearview camera, upgraded adaptive cruise control, the proximity key, and a larger 9-inch touchscreen. See Toyota Camry models for sale near you

The Honda Accord continues to be one of the best midsize sedans money can buy. It is known for its refinement, safety features, interior space, comfort, and reliability. And now that it's all-new for 2023, it boasts even better tech, including the ability to set temperature with voice commands, so you don't have to take your eyes off the road. The Accord has a long history of excellent reliability and resale value, and we expect that to continue with the new model. In fact, it won Kelley Blue Book's 2023 Best Resale Value Award in the Midsize Car category.

The two most affordable models, the EX and LX, come with a 4-cylinder engine; the rest of the lineup uses an excellent hybrid with fuel economy as good as 51 city mpg. All trim levels have 10 airbags. And while NHTSA and IIHS haven't yet tested the 2023 Accord, we anticipate it will do very well in both.

The base LX trim level comes standard with the Honda Sensing safety suite. This includes forward collision warning, collision mitigation braking, lane-departure warning and lane-keeping assist, adaptive cruise control with low-speed follow, and automatic high beams. It also comes standard with full LED exterior lighting, a 7-inch color touchscreen, and proximity key with push-button start.

If you move up to the EX ($29,610), you’ll benefit from heated front seats, 10-way power adjustable driver's seat — including 2-way power lumbar — upgraded audio, and dual-zone climate control. See Honda Accord models for sale near you

The Subaru Legacy is another great choice, which is especially true if you live in the Snowbelt. All-wheel drive is standard, yet it still manages 30 mpg in combined driving. It is library-quiet, spacious, and has a reputation for solid resale values. You can choose between two engines in the Legacy, both of which use an automatic transmission. The 2.5-liter 4-cylinder engine delivers good power and fuel economy. The optional engine, included on all Legacy XT models, is a more powerful, less fuel-efficient 2.4-liter turbocharged 4-cylinder.

For seniors, we would pass on the base model, moving up to the Premium ($26,695). The base trim does come with steering-responsive LED headlights, high-beam assist, automatic climate control, and a tilt-telescopic steering wheel. Also standard is Subaru EyeSight with forward collision warning with auto emergency braking, lane-centering assist, lane-departure warning, and adaptive cruise control. For 2023, EyeSight adds an electric brake booster, as well as improved range for cross-traffic alerts.

Stepping up a notch to Premium, however, adds an advanced infotainment system with a larger 11.6-inch touchscreen, a 10-way power driver's seat, heated front seats, a wiper de-icer, heated outboard mirrors, and dual-zone automatic climate control. It offers the proximity key, blind-spot monitor, rear cross-traffic alert, and lane-change assist as options. See Subaru Legacy models for sale near you

Another midsize winner, the Hyundai Sonata racks up points for styling, efficiency, comfort, technology, and value. With a cabin large enough for the EPA to classify it as a large car, it delivers a quiet, fuss-free experience. In addition to its choice of three different 4-cylinder engines, there are Sonata HEV and PHEV versions. Oh, and it has that terrific 10-year/100,000-mile powertrain warranty.

Anchoring the grade lineup is the well-equipped base SE. It comes with LED exterior lighting (headlights with auto on-off, taillights, and DRLs), a tilt-telescopic steering wheel, and an 8-inch infotainment touchscreen. Its standard driver aids include forward collision warning with auto emergency braking, lane-keeping assist, lane-following assist, driver attention warning, high-beam assist, and adaptive cruise control with start-stop.

Stepping up one grade to the SEL ($27,775) brings with it heated outboard mirrors with integrated turn signals, the proximity key, a hands-free smart trunk, dual-zone automatic climate control, and heated front seats. The SEL also adds a 10.3-inch touchscreen, blind-spot monitor with steering assist, and rear cross-traffic alert with auto rear braking. See Hyundai Sonata models for sale near you

Honda completely redesigned the CR-V for 2023, making it even more senior-friendly. Moreover, Honda discontinued the base trim level, leaving the EX as the entry-level grade for 2023. A 1.5-liter turbocharged 4-cylinder engine hitched to an automatic transmission powers the front wheels. AWD is optional on the lower trims. With carlike driving dynamics and comfort, the CR-V offers loads of space, a quiet environment, and fuel economy that's about average for this class. Honda offers a hybrid version, as well. The IIHS named the CR-V a TSP+, and Kelley Blue Book chose it as the Compact SUV Best Buy for 2023.

On the safety front, the CR-V provides Honda Sensing with forward collision warning, automatic emergency braking, lane-departure warning with steering assist, blind-spot monitoring, and rear cross-traffic alert. Adaptive cruise control, high-beam assist, and Traffic Jam Assist are also standard.

Honda equips the CR-V with LED exterior lights (taillights, auto on-off headlights, and DRLs), heated front seats, and a 10-way power-adjustable driver's seat. Also standard are dual-zone automatic climate control, heated outboard mirrors, and proximity key with push-button start. A 7-inch touchscreen commands the infotainment system.

For seniors, we recommend the $34,260 EX-L. The "L" indicates a leather interior; however, that's not why we recommend it. It also comes with a 9-inch touchscreen, an auto-dimming rearview mirror, a power rear liftgate, and front/rear park assist, among other upgrades. See Honda CR-V models for sale near you

The largest SUV in Kia's arsenal, the Telluride resides in the 3-row midsize segment. It's a kissing cousin to the Hyundai Palisade. Kelley Blue Book named it the 3-Row Midsize SUV Best Buy for 2023. An impressive value, the Telluride provides plenty of passenger and cargo room and an amazing amount of standard content. Every grade uses a V6 engine mated to an 8-speed automatic transmission. All-wheel drive is available.

In entry-level LX form, the Telluride comes with auto on-off headlights, LED DRLs, heated outboard mirrors with integrated turn signals, and a tilt-telescopic steering wheel. Other standard fare includes dual-zone automatic climate control, a 12.3-inch touchscreen, navigation, and the proximity key. Among its driver aids are forward collision warning with auto emergency braking, blind-spot monitoring with steering assist, and Highway Driving Assist (which helps the driver steer and brake). Also included are lane-departure warning, lane-following assist, lane-keeping assist, rear-park assist, and rear cross-traffic alert.

To add an 8-way power driver's seat with lumbar adjustments and heated front seats, you need to go up a level to the S ($37,790). See Kia Telluride models for sale near you

This marks Sienna's third year as a hybrid-only model. We give the Sienna high marks for comfort, space, versatility, impressive fuel economy, and, of course, Toyota's reliability. In fact, Kelley Blue Book named it the Minivan Best Buy for 2023. Capable of seating seven or eight, plus hauling loads of luggage, it's ideal for cross-country touring. It has 10 airbags. Its hybrid propulsion system uses an automatic transmission to funnel output to the front or all wheels.

The entry-level LE grade comes with LED exterior lights (headlights with auto on/off, taillights, and DRLs), heated outboard mirrors, and tri-zone automatic climate control. Among the other standard content are a tilt-telescopic steering wheel, power sliding side doors and liftgate, an 8-way power driver's seat, and a 9-inch touchscreen. Its active driver aids include forward collision warning with auto emergency braking, lane-departure warning with steering assist, lane-tracing assist, high-beam assist, and adaptive cruise control.

Moving up to the XLE ($41,445) adds LED fog lights, hands-free power side doors and rear liftgate, heated front seats, an 8-way power driver's seat with lumbar adjustments, proximity key for all five doors, and an auto-dimming rearview mirror. Find a Toyota Sienna for sale

Despite being deep into its life cycle, the Nissan Murano remains a viable choice for older drivers. In fact, when Nissan first introduced it, it described the Murano as a vehicle for empty nesters. We like the Murano for its elegant styling, quiet cabin, carlike ride, popular Zero Gravity seats, and open spaces. Its only engine is a V6 mated to an automatic transmission. All-wheel drive is available.

Right out of the box, it comes with a tilt-telescopic steering wheel, LED lights (auto on/off headlights, taillights, and DRLs), 8-inch touchscreen, and dual-zone automatic climate control. Included among its driver aids are rear-park assist with rear emergency braking, forward collision warning with emergency braking, blind-spot monitoring, and rear cross-traffic alert. Also standard are lane-departure warning and high-beam assist.

Tossing in another three grand and change for the SV ($37,200) grade adds to the content list with heated outboard mirrors, LED fog lights, and a 10-way power driver's seat with lumbar adjustments. The other additions include an auto-dimming rearview mirror, adaptive cruise control, and front-park assist. See Nissan Murano models for sale near you

The Trailblazer isn't all new for 2023. However, we included it among our senior-friendly picks for the first time. It not only checks off many of our sought-after boxes but also because of its bargain pricing. In fact, it's the lowest-priced new vehicle among our picks. It doesn't lead the pack in any other area, but it is average or above average by every other metric. We wish it had a bit more power. A 137-horsepower 1.2-liter turbocharged 3-cylinder engine funnels torque through an automatic transmission to the front wheels. It creates sufficient thrust to motivate this small SUV but in our test drives, there were times we wanted more. A slightly more powerful powertrain comes with the optional AWD.

Dressed out in its base LS trim, the Trailblazer comes with a few of our recommended features. They include a tilt-and-telescopic steering wheel, a 7-inch touchscreen, forward collision warning, automatic emergency braking, lane-keeping assist, lane-departure warning, and high-beam assist. You can add cruise control, blind-spot monitoring, lane-change alert, rear cross-traffic alert, and rear park assist with the $495 Convenience and Confidence Package.

We would step up to the LT trim, which includes cruise control, proximity key with push-button start, heated front seats, and an 8-way power-adjustable driver's seat. LED fog lights and heated outboard mirrors are standard, as well. To gain blind-spot monitoring and rear cross-traffic alert, you’ll still need the Driver Confidence Package ($345), which we’ve included in the best-value price. See Chevrolet Trailblazer models for sale near you

Completely redesigned for 2023, the HR-V gets its go from a 158-horsepower 4-cylinder engine through an automatic transmission to the front wheels. For whatever reason, the government classifies the HR-V as a small station wagon. It isn't. A bit larger than the outgoing model, it provides ample passenger space.

Although the base LX is generally well-equipped, we’d pony up the extra $4,000 for the top-of-the-line EX-L to score more of our recommended features for seniors. The LX comes with Honda Sensing, which includes lane-keeping assist, lane-departure assist, adaptive cruise control, forward collision warning, automatic emergency braking, and traffic-sign recognition. Other standard features are high-beam assist, auto on-off LED headlights, LED taillights, automatic climate control, a tilt-and-telescopic steering wheel, and a 7-inch touchscreen.

Stepping up to the EX-L adds blind-spot monitoring, rear cross-traffic alert, heated outboard mirrors with integrated turn signals, 9-inch touchscreen, proximity key, and front-rear park assist. You also get dual-zone automatic climate control, an auto-dimming rearview mirror, heated front seats, and an 8-way power-adjustable driver's seat. See Honda HR-V models for sale near you

The Ford Bronco Sport won't appeal to every senior. However, if you are a little adventurous, this is an ideal SUV to take you off the beaten path. All-wheel drive with terrain management with five G.O.A.T. modes (driving modes in Bronco speak) is standard. The base engine is a 1.5-liter turbocharged 3-cylinder that delivers impressive fuel economy. We appreciate the interior room, high seating position, sculpted seats, better-than-expected fuel economy, and standard driver aids in the guise of Ford's Co-Pilot360 safety suite.

The base model comes with LED DRLs, a tilt-telescopic steering wheel, and an 8-inch touchscreen. Included in the Co-Pilot360 are forward collision warning with auto emergency braking, blind-spot monitor, rear cross-traffic alert, lane-keeping assist, and high-beam assist.

We suggest stepping up to the Outer Banks ($35,615) grade. Among our recommended features, it adds auto on/off LED headlights, LED taillights, rain-sensing wipers with de-icer, and dual-zone automatic climate control. Other Outer Banks content includes proximity key, remote start, an auto-dimming rearview mirror, heated outboard mirrors, heated steering wheel, and heated front seats. An 8-way power driver's seat with lumbar adjustments is also standard. See Ford Bronco Sport models for sale near you

One of the better things about the Ioniq 5 for seniors is, most of the features we recommend are included in the base SE Standard trim. Yes, you can pick up a couple of items like a hands-free power rear liftgate by moving up to the SEL; however, there's little reason to spend more. In its base guise, the Ioniq 5 electric motor delivers 168 horsepower and a maximum estimated range of 220 miles. To gain another 57 horsepower and 83 miles of range will set you back another $4,050 for the SEL. Kelley Blue Book gave the Ioniq 5 two 2023 Best Buy Awards: Best New Model and Best Electric Vehicle.

Included among our recommended features are a full array of advanced safety tech. For example, forward collision warning with pedestrian and cyclist detection, automatic emergency braking, blind-spot monitoring, lane-departure warning, and more are standard. Adaptive cruise control, high-beam assist, auto on-off LED headlights, LED taillights, heated outboard mirrors with integrated turn signals, and proximity key with push-button start are standard. A massive 12.3-inch touchscreen, navigation, heated front seats, an 8-way power adjustable driver's seat, and dual-zone automatic climate control are included, too. See Hyundai Ioniq 5 models for sale near you

The Volkswagen ID.4 was new for 2022. For 2023, VW added a more affordable base version with a smaller battery and slightly less range. Standard on the entire trim-level lineup is rear-wheel drive (RWD). AWD is an option for models with "Pro" in the nameplate. We like the interior roominess, the whisper-quiet cabin, the abundance of standard content, and the combined driving 107 MPGe of its electric motor. The government estimates the range of the base model at 209 miles. Pro grades with RWD get an EPA-estimated 275 miles from a full charge.

Standard features in the base trim include LED lighting (auto on-off headlights, taillights, and DRLs), heated windshield washers, and rain-sensing wipers. Heated outboard mirrors with integrated turn signals, proximity keyless entry with push-button start, and an auto-dimming rearview mirror make the cut, too. Also included are dual-zone automatic climate control, heated front seats, a 12-inch touchscreen, and a navigation system. Among the standard driver aids are forward collision warning with auto emergency braking, blind-spot monitoring with steering assist, and rear cross-traffic alert. Other standard driver aids are lane-keeping assist and adaptive cruise control. Also included is Travel Assist, which, when engaged, helps drivers steer and brake the car.

Stepping up to the S trim ($43,995) adds premium adaptive LED projector headlights with dynamic cornering lights, a hands-free power liftgate, 12-way power-adjustable front seats, and power-folding outboard mirrors. Note: These are the prices are before any applicable tax credits. See Volkswagen ID.4 models for sale near you

Kia offers, what is in essence, a high-performance GT version of the EV6; however, our recommendation for seniors is the entry-level Wind trim. A single electric motor drives the rear wheels (AWD is optional), generating 225 horsepower. Its estimated range is 310 miles. Its fast-charging capability allows topping off the battery from 10 to 80% charge in about 18 minutes.

Comprising features on our recommended list are auto on-off LED headlights, LED taillights, heated outboard mirrors with integrated turn signals, and a power rear liftgate. Also included are a tilt-and-telescopic steering wheel, an auto-dimming rearview mirror, 8-way power-adjustable front seats, and heated/ventilated front seats. Dual-zone automatic climate control, a 12.3-inch touchscreen, navigation, and proximity key with push-button start also make the cut.

Among the standard advanced safety tech are front-rear park assist, automatic emergency front-rear braking, blind-spot monitoring, rear cross-traffic alert, and lane-keeping assist. Also included is forward collision warning with pedestrian and cyclist detection. Adaptive cruise control and Highway Driving Assist, which can help the driver steer, accelerate, and brake the vehicle, are also standard. See Kia EV6 models for sale near you

All new for 2023, the Crown replants Toyota's flag in the large-car segment. Forward motion comes from one of two hybrid systems. Our recommendation for seniors is to stick with the base XLE grade, which uses the 236-horsepower hybrid system. The top-end Platinum trim uses a 340-horsepower system.

Checking our boxes for senior content, the XLE includes LED headlights with auto on-off, LED taillights, high-beam assist, heated outboard mirrors with integrated turn signals. Also included are heated seats, 8-way power-adjustable front seats, a tilt-and-telescopic steering wheel, dual-zone automatic climate control, an auto-dimming rearview mirror, and a 12.3-inch touchscreen. Spending another $5,600 for the Limited would add rain-sensing wipers, heated rear seats, ventilated front seats, and a heated steering wheel. See Toyota Crown models for sale near you

Here are our picks for the best used cars for seniors. The fuel economy, IIHS score, and KBB Expert rating are all for the most recent model year listed or available. Carmakers tend to bake in some new standard feature every year or two. The features listed are for the most recent model year in the model-year spread.

Subaru did a total Forester redesign for 2019. As with nearly every Subaru, AWD is standard. The Forester is larger on the inside than you might expect. We like its space, unflappable ride, standard AWD, and relatively excellent mileage.

We’d look for the Limited trim level. It comes with steering-responsive (adaptive) auto on-off LED headlights, an 8-inch touchscreen, dual-zone automatic climate control, proximity key, power rear liftgate, heated front seats, heated outboard mirrors, windshield wiper de-icer, and LED fog lights. Among the standard driver aids are forward collision warning with auto emergency braking, lane-departure warning with steering assist, blind-spot monitoring, rear cross-traffic alert, adaptive cruised control, and high-beam assist.

If you want to dig back a little farther, check out the 2018 Forester ($19,000-$25,000). To get a fair share of our recommended standard features, you’ll need to shop the top-of-the-line Touring trim. The EyeSight System of driver aids was standard on the Touring grade. It included all of the driver-aid features named above. The Limited also included a 10-way power driver's seat with lumbar adjustments, dual-zone automatic climate control, LED auto on/off headlights, tilt-telescopic steering wheel, heated front seats, heated exterior mirrors, front wiper de-icer, and more. See used Subaru Forester models for sale near you

No matter what you are looking for in a sensible vehicle, somehow, the RAV4 always makes the list. This universally well-received compact SUV is often cited as beginning the compact-crossover-SUV segment. And, it's still a standout. We like it for its reliability, spunky performance, and high-end interior. Toyota offered it in these model years with a 4-cylinder engine and as a hybrid.

We suggest looking at the SE trim level, and try to find one that has the Advanced Technology Package. That adds a surround-view camera and front and rear park assist. On the SE standard content list are dual-zone automatic climate control, an advanced rearview camera with projected-path dynamic lines, and a tilt-telescopic steering wheel. Also included are an 8-way power driver's seat with lumbar adjustments, heated front seats, LED exterior lights (auto on/off headlights, taillights, and DRLs), and heated outboard mirrors with integrated turn signals.

Standard driver aids included forward collision alert with auto emergency braking, lane-departure alert with steering assist, blind-spot monitoring, rear cross-traffic alert, high-beam assist, and adaptive cruise control. See used Toyota RAV4 models for sale near you

Never has something so small on the outside been so big on the inside. We are sorry Honda decided not to bring the next-generation Fit here. Its last year in America was 2020. However, they are still available on the used market. We are fans of pretty much everything about this car, from its roomy, comfy interior to its zippy 4-cylinder engine.

Stick with the EX or the top-of-the-line EX-L. The EX came with auto on-off headlights, fog lights, proximity key, and tilt/telescopic steering wheel. Among its driver aids: adaptive cruise control, high-beam assist, forward collision warning with emergency braking, lane-departure warning, and lane-keeping assist. The EX-L added heated outboard mirrors and heated front seats. See used Honda Fit models for sale near you

We like a lot about the Kia Soul, which is why it's on this list. Kia thought it was aiming the Soul at young hipsters, but the average owner's age skews much closer to 60 than 25. Why? Because it's roomy, easy to get into and out of, it has a tall greenhouse with great visibility, and it's relatively inexpensive to own.

The trim level you want to be on the lookout for is the Plus (+). However, even with this grade, the Soul will need to be packed with options to have many of our recommended features. The Plus came with auto on-off headlights, fog lights, heated outboard mirrors, tilt and telescoping steering wheel, and single-zone automatic climate control. The only standard driver aid is adaptive cruise control.

Option packages include an audio package with an 8-inch touchscreen. To pick up another significant bundle of our features requires the Primo package with a 10-way power driver's seat with lumbar adjustments, heated front seats, blind-spot monitor, and forward collision warning with auto emergency braking. Also in the Primo package are lane-departure warning, adaptive cruise control, and LED taillights. The Primo package was $4,500 on 2019 Souls. This package will probably add at least $3,000 to the price of a used one, but it's worth finding a Soul that's equipped with it. See used Kia Soul models for sale near you

The Santa Fe received a complete redesign in 2019 as a 2-row SUV. The base engine is a 2.5-liter 4-cylinder matched to an 8-speed automatic transmission. Its 185 horsepower isn't a lot for this class SUV; however, stepping up to the SEL, which we recommend, opens you up to the optional 230-horsepower turbo 4-cylinder engine. We like the Santa Fe for its interior space, quiet cabin, and loads of standard features.

Look for an SEL with the Convenience Package. Standard equipment for the SEL includes advanced safety tech like forward collision warning with pedestrian detection, automatic emergency braking, and lane-keeping assist. Also included are blind-spot monitoring, rear cross-traffic alert, auto on-off headlights, high-beam assist, and proximity key with push-button start. Heated front seats, an 8-way power-adjustable driver's seat, a tilt-and-telescopic steering wheel, and a 7-inch touchscreen are also included. The Convenience Package adds a hands-free power liftgate and dual-zone automatic climate control, among other goodies. See used Hyundai Santa Fe models for sale near you

The 2018-2020 Nissan Rogue was the end of that generation, before Nissan redesigned the all-new version for 2021. But the previous-gen Rogue is still well equipped. We like Rogue for its roominess, amazingly comfortable seats, affordable price, and unpretentiousness. AWD was available.

We suggest you look at the SV trim. If you can find examples that include the Premium Option Package, all the better. It adds a surround-view camera, adaptive cruise control, a heated steering wheel, and Nissan's ProPilot driver-assist system that helps the driver steer, brake, and accelerate.

Otherwise, the SV includes heated outboard mirrors with integrated turn signals, auto on/off headlights, LED DRLs, LED taillights, heated front seats, and dual-zone automatic climate control. Also included are the proximity key and remote start. Among its driver aids are forward collision warning with auto emergency braking, lane-departure warning, lane-keeping assist, blind-spot monitoring, and rear cross-traffic alert with auto rear braking. See used Nissan Rogue models for sale near you

Kia redesigned the Forte for 2019. Our advice is to stick with the EX grade. Its standard content includes an 8-inch touchscreen, fog lamps, and LED taillights and daytime running lights. Also included are a 10-way power driver's seat with lumbar adjustment, heated and ventilated front seats, and dual-zone automatic climate control. Listed among the driver aids are forward collision warning with emergency braking, blind-spot monitoring, lane-changing assist, rear cross-traffic alert, lane-departure warning, and lane-keeping assist.

You can also venture back to the previous-generation Forte, say 2016-2018 ($11,000-$17,000). Again, look for an EX. The EX standard content included auto on/off headlights, a wiper de-icer, fog lights, heated front seats, proximity key, LED taillights, and dual-zone automatic climate control. It also provided a hands-free power trunk lid, blind-spot monitor with lane-change assist, and rear cross-traffic alert. Options to look for include heated and ventilated front seats, 10-way power driver's seat with lumbar adjustment, and adaptive headlights. See used Kia Forte models for sale near you

We reached pretty far back for this one. Honda updated the Odyssey in 2014 and redesigned it for 2018. All these years later, those Odyssey model years in between hold up rather well. There is a lot to like about Odyssey. What about that crazy built-in vacuum, right? If you stick with the EX-L grade, you’ll find several of our recommended features, even in models this old.

Standard EX-L content included the proximity key, headlights that popped on when you engage the wipers, and LaneWatch, displaying the passenger-side blind spot on the 8-inch touchscreen. Among the other standard features are forward-collision warning, lane-departure warning, auto on-off headlights, and tri-zone automatic climate control. Also standard were a power liftgate, heated front seats, a rearview camera with guidelines, a tilt-telescopic steering wheel, and a 10-way power driver's seat with lumbar adjustments. See used Honda Odyssey models for sale near you

We believe the 2020-2021 model years of the Kona Electric provide a lot of bang for the buck. Our listed price range is for the top-of-the-line Ultimate trim. That's where you’ll find the widest array of our recommended features for seniors. Generating thrust is a 201-horsepower electric motor driving the front wheels. The government estimated the maximum range at 258 miles.

Representing our list of recommended features on the base SEL trim is a bundle of advanced safety tech. It includes forward collision warning, automatic emergency braking, blind-spot monitoring, rear cross-traffic alert, lane-keeping assist, and driver-attention alert. Heated outboard mirrors with integrated turn signals, proximity key with push-button start, and heated front seats are also standard. Other standard fare includes single-zone automatic climate control, a tilt-and-telescopic steering wheel, and a 7-inch touchscreen.

Moving up to our suggested Ultimate grade adds high-beam assist, auto on-off LED headlights, an auto-dimming reaview mirror, and rain-sensing wipers. Also included are rear-park assist, a heated steering wheel, ventilated front seats, adaptive cruise control, a head-up display, and a 10.25-inch touchscreen with navigation. See used Hyundai Kona Electric models for sale near you

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It depends. Because car comfort levels differ for everyone, we recommend looking for vehicles with power-adjustable seats and those with lumbar support. The most comfortable seats adjust beyond 4 and 6 ways.

The safest cars for seniors will be those that offer excellent headlights, big windshields, lane-keeping assist, blind-spot monitors, forward collision warning, parking assistance, and plenty of cameras. All the cars on our list offer these features to keep senior drivers, passengers, and others safe on roadways.

Our best cars for seniors list does not include full-size trucks or SUVs. Taller drivers may be happier in a big truck or SUV, but we believe most older drivers (and passengers) would find entering and exiting challenging and potentially unpleasant. As for midsize or small crossovers, these work well for seniors because they’re easier to enter and exit. They also provide a higher seating position and better view than passenger cars. For these reasons, we lean toward midsize and smaller crossovers. That said, we included some 4-door vehicles on our list.

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