What's the best small automatic car for an older person?

We have an 80+ year old female friend who needs to replace a 2002 Skoda Fabia Auto. The reality is that she will not be driving for many more years would therefore prefer to spend something under £10,000. She needs a smallish four door automatic that is reasonably easy to get in and out of. I would say a Citigo sized car would be tricky to access with her limited mobility. What would you suggest? We appreciate that small smaller automatics retain their value well.

Asked on 4 February 2026 by Wyvern70

Answered by Matt Robinson
A Toyota Yaris could be a good bet. These are larger than a Citigo and there are plenty of automatic versions available. A budget of up to £10,000 would be enough for the 2017-on facelifted version of the third-generation model. They are also very reliable. You can find our pick of the best small automatic cars here: www.honestjohn.co.uk/guides/small-cars/best-small-.../
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