Recommend a car with a tall door opening and high seat for a Parkinson's sufferer?

We have a friend who is suffering from Parkinson's and his whole body has gone very stiff. He cannot bend his head/neck. He needs a car with tall door opening, but not too low seat that requires bending knees unreasonably. We would welcome your opinion please.

Asked on 28 September 2013 by BS, Leatherhead

Answered by Honest John

Small: Suzuki Splash or Vauxhall Agila. Bigger: Ford B-Max, Hyundai ix20, KIA Venga.

Tags: disabled access high seating position ease of access

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