I too have the same issue - GolfV seats are low, bolstered (in front) and inset, plus have restricted opening foot space between B pillar and rear seat., which together cause accessibilty problems for elderly.

I don't know about a Tiguan, but a Sharan/Galaxy is also difficult as the seats are too high, the elderly have to climb in (and have a real stretch to get out), so beware of thinking that a bigger car must be easier. I've started to look around; previous model Passat and A6 estates have just as low and awkward rear access as the Golf; a Touran has seats at a better height, but I thought the rear foot access was also a bit cramped (same goes for a C-Max - seems good at first, but the chassis pedestal that the rear seats sit on protrudes and again restricts access space for the foot, unless you can get the your foot angle right - no problem for the able bodied!).

The Octavia has the low seats of the Golf, but a bit more access room in the back; comparing a Golf Plus parked alongside in the car park the other day, that looks like it has slightly higher seats and slightly better access in the back - I need to investigate further.

However, from what I've discovered so far, the Roomster and Note both seem to have the ease of access sorted; of course, the real test is to take the relatives with you (or take a test car to them) to try out.

Good luck! John

I have a Tiguan since last summer.

I am over six feet tall and seventeen stone and entrance and exit is a doddle.

No bending knees or folding up of aching legs, just open the door sit on the seat and swivel round.

I havent sat in the back so I cant comment on that but I carry my mobility scooter in the back, bags of room for it.

Thanks, everyone, for your replies. Sorry for not acknowledging them earlier. I've realised that, on the HJ IPhone app, no posting is possible (great app in other respects, though).

All the best.