Best Cars for Elderly Drivers

Best Cars for Elderly Drivers

As we get older, our buying habits change significantly. Perhaps one of the most obvious is the car we want on our driveways, or in our garages.

Of course, the chance to stereotype with any age and style of car is all too easy, but in this article we hope to give advice on what cars could appeal to those who have higher mileage on their own personal clocks.

No matter if you're looking to downsize, get something bigger, enhance the comfort, or perhaps you want the car you've always promised yourself, this list will try and offer something for multiple situations.

Contents:

• Honda Jazz
• BMW 3 Series
• Volkswagen Polo
• Toyota Corolla
• Mercedes-Benz B-Class
• Peugeot 2008
• Mercedes-Benz C-Class

Honda Jazz

Yes, the Honda Jazz is stereotypically popular with older drivers. No surprise really, as it offers a decent all-round package. Also, being a Honda means it's properly reliable, as you perhaps don't want to spend your retirement taking your car to get fixed every so often. That applies no matter your age.

It's available as an automatic as standard, great for those want don't want the hassle of operating a clutch. It's also a self-charging hybrid, meaning you benefit from being able to switch between electric, hybrid and internal combustion modes, whilst taking all the economic benefits, plus there's no need to plug it in.

And, although it's not a massive car, it's properly spacious and practical, with 5-doors as standard, too. What's more, standard kit on Elegance models includes Garmin Navigation, wireless Apple CarPlay, Adaptive Cruise Control, Rear View Camera and front and rear parking sensors.

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BMW 3 Series

A car that has been enjoyed over generations, by multiple generations. The BMW 3 Series is an icon, and is enjoyed by lots of people, whilst the smaller 1 Series and 2 Series tend to appeal to a younger type of buyer.

The 3 Series is mature, offers a fine driving experience, with plenty of comfort and practicality. This is for older drivers who enjoy driving, and who can specify a saloon or estate depending on their lifestyle. It's a car in our list that offers a properly sharp driving experience too, ideal for those who still want to enjoy their driving with that little bit more performance.

You get wireless Apple CarPlay/Android Auto as standard, along with Cruise Control and Park Distance Control - front and rear to make manoeuvring easier and safer.

What's more, the 3 Series comes as standard with a steptronic automatic transmission. You can search new BMW 3 Series offers with our partners at Stratstone below.

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Volkswagen Polo

The VW Polo is a car that does not have a stereotype, as it's seemingly enjoyed by drivers of all ages, whether it be young, middle-aged or older, the Polo is ideal for all.

It's essentially just a smaller Golf, which is no bad thing, as the Golf is a worldwide icon enjoyed by millions. And the Polo has become much more mature as its design has evolved.

Again, it's a 5-door as standard offering, with a good selection of kit, with Apple CarPlay and the like. Parking sensors front and rear are also standard (Match trim).

And if you fancy more power, then the GTI version (pictured) manages to give you upgraded performance, without going over the top, perfect if you still want a little bit of performance when the mood suits.

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Toyota Corolla

Again, hard to step away from stereotypes, but the Corolla has long been a popular choice with older buyers. It's just a fine, reliable, easy to live with hatchback, that can also be found in an estate and saloon, too.

There's the usual Apple CarPlay as standard, along with a reversing camera too, for easier and safer parking and the like.

Like the Honda Jazz mentioned previously, the Corolla is another self-charging hybrid, complete with an automatic transmission. Therefore, it makes the car easy to live with, as there's no need to charge, and no need to worry about changing gears either.

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Mercedes-Benz B-Class

Essentially, the Mercedes-Benz B-Class is like the entry-level A-Class, only it offers more space for people and their luggage, ideal, then, if you're wanting to spend time with family and the grandkids.

Being a Mercedes-Benz, it features an interior with a proper digital vibe, and of course a nice selection of standard features.

As with many cars in the list, Apple CarPlay and Android Auto come as standard, whilst cruise control, sat nav, and parking sensors also sweeten the B-Class' standard spec. The B-Class' body is also rather MPV like, meaning plenty of interior space, and a more upright seating style. You can search new Mercedes-Benz offers with our partners at Stratstone using the button below.

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Peugeot 2008

With SUVs continuing their success as some of the best-selling cars in the UK, the smart Peugeot 2008 could be an ideal purchase for the older driver.

The seating position is slightly raised and easy to get in and out, and there's plenty of space for the grandchildren and all their belongings too.

Another car with a great standard spec, the 2008 features smartphone connectivity (Apple CarPlay/Android Auto), front and rear parking sensors and an electric powered tailgate making life that little bit easier when it comes to loading the boot up.

There's also a fully-electric version, if you'd prefer (pictured) called the E-2008.

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Mercedes-Benz C-Class

Essentially the direct competitor to the iconic BMW 3 Series mentioned above, the Mercedes-Benz follows suit in being another fine German icon, and like the 3 Series is available in multiple bodystyles.

Being a Mercedes-Benz, class comes as standard, and if you've always wanted one, retirement seems like a fine way to take the plunge and get one of the most legendary Mercedes-Benz models which has been evolving brilliant over generations.

Like its sibling above (B-Class), the C-Class offers a good level of standard features to make driving and living with the C-Class a pleasure rather than a chore. With cruise control, blind spot assist, smartphone integration, traffic sign assist, MBUX features - voice control and more, along with PARKTRONIC parking assist all included. You can search new Mercedes-Benz offers with our partners at Stratstone using the button below.

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The thing is, no matter your age, any car is suitable depending on your lifestyle. Yes, stereotyping is easy when it comes to age. Young - perhaps a sporty hot hatch? Old - perhaps a boring saloon? But, nothing is stopping you buying any car you want, as they say, age is just a number.

So, whatever car you are after, whether it be a new car, or used car, let Evans Halshaw help you find the perfect example. Alternatively, if you enjoyed this article, why not check out our dedicated blog section.