Which car to replace my Lexus IS250, taking into account my injured leg?

Following knee replacements, I find getting in and out of my Lexus IS250 with its low headroom rather awkward. Can you recommend a more accessible ‘sit up and beg’ type vehicle, of similar comfort and performance?

Asked on 13 October 2012 by FA, Bushey, Herts

Answered by Honest John

Perhaps a Lexus RX450h: www.honestjohn.co.uk/carbycar/lexus/rx450h-2009/

Lower down the scale, the luxurious new Honda CR-V is now in production at Swindon: www.honestjohn.co.uk/carbycar/honda/cr-v-2012

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