The driving position, however, might be challenging
for taller drivers, as they'll be forced to look at the instrument cluster from above the steering wheel, not through it.
The positives are easy, here are some negatives that might not be apparent: (1) No memory seats, which would be nice with multiple drivers; (2) Audio does not adjust adequately to ambient noise; (3) interior is on the noisy side; (4) No spare tire on the Touring trim; (5) no automatically closing hatch; and (6) mediocre thigh and lumbar support
for taller drivers.
The 5 - Series lineup includes great seats in all variants; in front they're widely adjustable and especially good
for taller drivers.
The M5 includes great seats in all variants; in front they're widely adjustable and especially good
for taller drivers.
They open wide to reveal a surprisingly spacious back seat that offers plenty of head - and legroom, even when the front seats are adjusted
for taller drivers.
It's immensely capacious, with above - average rear legroom and a roof that's high enough
for taller drivers.
Outward vision from the driver's seat was acceptable, but there was less headroom
for taller drivers in the Colorado 7.
It isn't the most spacious place, but even the coupe offers good headroom
for taller drivers and adequate legroom, too.
Oval recesses in the roof liner help create extra headroom
for taller drivers; the absence of a rear seat bench means you get more in the way of boot space — the boot features a 290 litre capacity, with a large, high - opening tailgate and a high through - loading system that can also be opened from the driver's or passenger's seat.
Dave Coleman, vehicle development engineer at Mazda R&D, tells me that the MX - 5 was built from the driver's seat up to ensure that this is the best MX - 5 ever as far as seating position, ergonomics and space are concerned; particularly
for taller drivers.
The Miata was built around the driver with improved seats, better ergonomics and an optimized driving position that's a better fit
for taller drivers.
Whether covered in MB - Tex faux leather or real hides, the seats are comfortable, even though there's not a lot of room
for taller drivers.
This may not be a problem
for taller drivers, but I had a hard time clipping those apexes accurately and was pretty nervous negotiating tight quarters and narrow lanes.
One boon
for taller drivers was the cushion's range of adjustment, where you could tip up the front for ample thigh support.
For taller drivers, they're likely more comfortable to drive, and V6 performance is stronger, though the Colorado and Canyon aren't as capable off - road as the Tacoma.
Lots of little details line up to niggle, stuff like the odd steering wheel (flat - bottomed, apparently comprised of offcuts from five or six other steering wheels), the fact that the wheel obscures the instruments
for taller drivers, the uncomfortable seats, the engine's unsophisticated, torque - heavy delivery and the way your left knee bangs on the heater controls.
While shorter than average drivers can have a tough time finding the right car, it's equally hard
for taller drivers, perhaps more so.
There's a reasonable range of adjustment on the seat and steering wheel — although not quite enough
for taller drivers, who may struggle to get comfortable.
There is plenty of space here, even
for taller drivers, and the backseat also boasts impressive space.
In the front, there is plenty of leg room
for any taller drivers or passengers, and (although a tighter fit) the back is by no means uncomfortable for a larger person.
To begin with, the high front cowl obstructs the vision of the driver in a very noticeable way, and this goes
for taller drivers, not just short ones.
Front - seat comfort and space are good
for taller drivers, and the backseat is very spacious for adults, with legroom and headroom to spare.
For taller drivers, it obscures the bottom halves of the rev counter and speedo, too.
Lows: Uninvolving manual shifter, short front seat backs lack support
for tall drivers over long drives (I'm 6» 4») Overall: Great value for the dollar in a well equipped, attractive, reliable and sporty package.
The front seats track far enough back
for tall drivers, though one editor said the center console encroached a bit much on passenger space.
The luxury crossover SUV offers the power and performance you'd expect from the sporty Porsche brand, with the added benefit of a more spacious build, making it a great choice
for tall drivers and families.
A lower seating position and lots more space
for tall drivers all around, helped by negative curves and a flat bottom steering wheel.
When set up
for a taller driver, holding one's hands at 9 and 3 results in the driver's right elbow smacking into the side of the console lid during turns.
With just a little more thigh support
for tall drivers, these seats would be without complaint.
Those low seats might not be comfortable
for tall drivers on long trips, but they're fine around town.
Finding a good driving position is easy even
for tall drivers, thanks to the tilt - and - telescoping steering wheel offered as standard on the Rio EX and SX.
There's plenty of headroom
for a taller driver but inadequate thigh support from the perchlike seat.
Shoulder support is ample, and thigh support
for tall drivers is plentiful.
The Accent has plenty of space
for tall drivers, a thrifty four - cylinder gas engine and decent in - car tech for a base - model economy car.
The front seats have ample space
for tall drivers.
That extra legroom makes the Veloster better suited
for tall drivers.
The coupe's high roof means good headroom even
for tall drivers, and there's adequate legroom, too.
The Cadillac XLR is a great car, but it is just a bit small
for tall drivers (I'm 6 - 4).
The extendable cushion is an extra boon
for tall drivers.
Malibu has comfortable seats, excellent head and leg room
for tall drivers, tilt and telescoping steering wheel, height - adjustable brake and gas pedals.
The front seats are a little shallow
for tall drivers, but there is plenty of leg room.
Although the rear seat is big enough for three people, legroom becomes nonexistent with the front seat pushed back, which could be a problem
for tall drivers with families.
The result is a car that has best - in - class headroom
for tall drivers when the seat is pushed back and lowered, and is equally class topping for rear leg room.
The Jaguar F - Type gets new, thinner seats this year to help increase room
for tall drivers.
It's just one additional click on the recline mechanism, but
for tall drivers, that single click is huge.
Despite the small size, it's surprisingly accommodating
for tall drivers, offering good headroom.
Also on a positive side, there's room
for tall drivers in each GTI, and although the back seats of each are equally spacious, access to the bench is obviously aided by the extra doors.
Not exact matches
The new minimum
driver weight planned
for 2019 could help
taller drivers.
Despite the coupe's small - feeling cabin, there was plenty of legroom in both the
driver and the passenger footwell
for myself and my husband, who is almost a foot
taller than me.
However the width of space on the
drivers side was very tight
for my husband who is 6 ft
tall.