THE SIDE NOTE - Ok, we have an updated list of some of the BEST SUVs for Seniors in 2023. A couple vehicles have dropped off the list and others have been added. Keep in mind that this list is designed to reflect the fact that not all seniors are the same and being a senior covers a significant age window, starting at roughly 62 and going up to...well, however long people live. That's a huge window and some seniors definitely have mobility issues that make certain features in a vehicle important while others live very active lives and want a vehicle that reflects that. Beyond that, there's price considerations, reliability ratings and other variables that are considered. Hopefully we hit close to the mark...let us know either way.
Same thing if any goods really. They have the money that young ones don’t unless they are married to a sugar daddy or mom and dad give ‘em cart Blanche.
@@petersmith2040 When making these videos, we are thinking about people being in their sixties or older and semi-retired to retired (no commute). We focus more on this generation of seniors being more active and traveling more than ever before rather than focusing on the physical limitations that come with aging. Hope that answers your question.
I just put a deposit down on a red Crosstrek Premium (a step below 'Sport' because I wanted the manual six-speed). I expect a long and happy relationship with it. The only real downside is, I ordered in early January and they project delivery in April.
Because my wife and I aren’t concerned about vehicle price or fuel economy, we just wanted the most reliable SUV we could find. We bought a Lexus RX 350. Amazing car.
As a senior, soon to be 66 years young, I am about to purchase a vehicle that I hope to love for years to come and one that I can afford. Truth be told, I am not too tech savvy and really do not care for it. I do not need features that I will not use. I want a reliable vehicle and one that will not break my shallow pocket!
@@vinhtran1790 Consumer Report will be a good reliable guide for finding the most reliable vehicle for seniors. I'm guessing that a subscription will run you around $30, but you'll save $hundreds. Also consumer guide and Kelly Blue book will help you in terms of dealer cost of a new vehicle. Dealer cost is always way below MSRP.
I am an occupational therapist; positioning and functional movement IS our wheelhouse. As mobility declines, the best suite of safety features reduce (but not eliminate) the demands of turning eyes and head. Adjustable safety belts are essential. A power seat adjustment and heated seats are welcome choices. SUVs have storage that requires less bending to access. Power tailgate and moonroof is helpful as well. You want a high enough ground clearance and leg space to enter and exit w/o severe hip bending, particularly as knees and hips become an issue. Best visibility forward, side and rear are essential. If you become disabled, find an OT that can formally assess and adapt your driving experience for safety and comfort. AARP holds FREE car assessments at most university programs on a regular basis. We want people to retain both their safety and independence.
Nailed it! We haven’t bought a ‘car’ in over 35+ years and we will ever again! For us it’s a SUV’S only! In fact we are looking to buy another SUV for our Florida home!
For seniors, forget big power, sports car handling, off-road nonsense, even gas mileage. Other than purchase price, we look for: 1. Ease of physically entering/egressing the vehicle, general ergonomic accessibility and comfort. 2. Safety, above all vision-height but also other plausible safety features. 3. Reliability--This may be our last car, and we need it to last with no mechanical hassles.
"Sixty is the new forty." I won't identify my age demographic, but I ordered a manual-shift Crosstrek because it's big enough for two dog crates inside and a folding grooming table on the roof rack, or one or more bicycles, including my tandem.
Getting in & out is a big deal. I am 78yo, have arthritis (of course) & 4 broken vertebrae. Some cars have seats that are too low to the ground that exit is a struggle, even with my cane.
@@williamseay7983 I like it. I also have a 2013 Frontier, a nice truck, but the Crosstrek is easier to get in and out, it's easier to manage in parking lots and traffic. The manual shift is a bit clunky, or it was when I got it new, but it seems to be smoothing out as it wears in. Gas mileage is 50% better than the Frontier, or better, up to 35 mpg (US) on the interstate, and on a hundred mile jaunt on rural two-lane roads at speeds 40 to 50 mph it showed over 41 mpg. I'm getting a bit more tire noise than I am used to, but I think it will improve when I replace the G91 Geolandars with Michelins.
That’s my problem with my Grand Cherokee. Getting in and out after a hip replacement and back issues is getting harder each day. I joke that the cars so close to the ground need an onboard crane to get me out!
I wish they still put cd players in the car. I hate using my phone to 'stream' my music. I also prefer a key over a push-button. I do long distance trips to see family in other states with my dog. I have a hybred, but hate how it ato turns off when idling. I need to keep either a/c or heat on when traveling (when stopped at rest-stops/or if I have to leave my dog in the car).
Supplying seat height from curb, and rocker panel width would be helpful additions for those of us who now have difficult getting out. Grip handles on the A pillar is essential.
@@sherrymdsrn The door sill you have to step over to get in or out. As an aside, the Subaru Impreza five-door (hatchback) has identical interior dimensions to the Crosstrek, and I considered the Impreza in my shopping. The problem I encountered is that the Impreza seats the driver a few inches lower than the Crosstrek and I found ingress and egress significantly easier in the Crosstrek. Both Crosstrek and Impreza hatchback advertise greater passenger space and seat-up cargo space than some full-size cars had fifty years ago (I remember my '73 Dodge Coronet was about two cubic feet less in both dimensions). As far as I've been able to tell, the Crosstrek is the only vehicle in the compact SUV class still available with manual transmission. I put my order in this afternoon, delivery projected in April.
@@5610winston I agree, I cannot find any data on the width of the rocker panel/door threshold. I bought a 2020 Mitsubishi Outlander and absolutely hate 10” wide step-in distance and always getting my pants dirty as the lower panel traps dirt and soils your pants when you get in. Do you know which small SUVs have a narrower threshold?
@@Manuel941 Measuring the overall height of the vehicle , LESS the drivers head room , will give you an idea of how low the seat is off the ground, but only when compared to other vehicles. I really wish they would give this actual figure in the car's dimension.
I'm a fifty & fabulous senior (57, to be exact) and I've enjoyed a decades worth of road trippin' in my 2012 Jeep Grand Cherokee Laredo EX (5.7 L V-8 Hemi). I may be older, but I still have a lead foot and enjoy having great horsepower (360 bhp/390 ft lbs torque), a comfortable ride on long distance drives, extra bells & whistles and the ability to tow (7400 lbs). Both my husband and I have owned this vehicle simultaneously and have taken many long distance trips. I've also owned a 2009 Rav-4 Limited and driven Subaru as well. To each senior their own choice!
You can sell a young man's car to an old man, but you'll never sell an old man's car to a young man, and remember, eighty is the new fifty, fifty is the new thirty, and nothing screams OLD MAN'S CAR louder than an automatic gearbox. A CVT is the exclamation point on that statement.
Well, I'm a senior and I bought me a cool car while they WERE still making cars. And I'm going to hang onto it for as long as I can - I myself have no interest in these damn things.
Firstly, I had a laugh over the constant reference to Apple car play and android. I’m a reasonably tech savvy senior and never use them. I’ve had another SUV for over a year which wasn’t mentioned, and a better option than many here. Toyota Yaris Cross hybrid. More than enough size for 2 people, lots of safety tech, and extremely good on fuel- we get 3.6litres/100kms around town. Love it.
My experience is quite different. I find that seniors love hooking up their phones for navigation (and sometimes music as well). Some seniors that I know didn't always realize that when doing so, they are utilizing Apple CarPlay/Android Auto but that is what's happening.
@@auto_exclusive I'm 73 years old and drive very long distances as well as around town, and with a very simple Android Auto connection these drives are all much more stress free. Things like "OK, Navigate to grandchildrens" or "Find gas in my route" or "Play Beatles When I'm 64“ have helped make all drives safer and more enjoyable
I’m 65 and on my 3rd Mazda CX-5. Love this vehicle. Easy to get in and out of , smooth on the highway and the upgraded seat warmers are wonderful for my back and hip pain ! ❤
The only reason I can think of is that the exterior styling has become a bit too aggressive for seniors with all the plastic cladding creeping up the front, rear and sides.
Perhaps the fact that Subaru knows they have electrical issues with many models,over many years, yet are fighting tooth and nail to avoid formal recall. My elderly father has 2018 outback with 23k miles. Few months ago he had dead battery. Purchased new battery and he is still having dead battery issues. Dealer says it could be because he only uses it once or twice a week(which is utter bs) currently a class action lawsuit going on that we heard about not from Subaru or the dealer,but the news! This is dads 6th Subaru but he's quite disgusted at this point.
I’ve owned quite a few Subaru’s and the company I worked for had a big fleet of Subarus, with very very few issues. In fact apart from my current car, my Subarus were the only cars that I’ve owned that didn’t go back for warranty work.
I am enjoying my 2023 Tucson. I'm hoping it treats me as well as my 2016 Tucson. At somewhat over 60K miles I replaced the tires, brakes and opted to replace the battery. I replaced the wipers once along the way. That 2016 went to 103K miles prior to selling it for the 2023. Nothing else broke or needed repairs.
Still have our 2012 Santa Fe. It has been a great vehicle. No regrets. Handles road trips with comfort, ease and more than enough room for luggage and extras.
Perhaps in the future you could address the user interface (UI) in the newer cars as relates to seniors. We are 72 and looked at a 2022 Lexus at Christmas. We had cash in hand and loved the car, but soon realized we did not have enough computer savy to operate it. It's basically a laptop with 4 wheels, with very few tactical switches on the instrument panel - everything is done thru the computer. That requires computer savey and frankly requires drawing your eyes away from the road. The owners manual is almost 800 pages, and the RUclips video on setting up the computer is 3.5 hours long! The car recognizes the driver by their cell phone, not the key fob, and neither of us had phones new enough to accept the software. We had to take our $50,000 cash and just go home. PEW Research in late '22 said 40% of people 72-89 don't even own a smart phone. Which newer cars can be operated with the least amount of computer interface or knowledge? My research concluded we would have to go backwards to a 2016 Lexus to have a chance at operating it. The aging baby boomers have plenty of money but all the cars are designed for the younger crowd. Where are the cars that have more simple and straight-forward UI's ???????
Yep - I concur. Most people don't use the "gadgets" in a car. Just give me a basic comfortable, reliable car with good handling and adequate performance. Oh and a six stacker CD player.
@@allanbriggs807oh please,please bring back cd players! There really is no niche car for oldsters. I can see why. I am beginning to shop for a higher sitti g vehicle,leaning towards Forester and corolla cross hybrid. I really would like a hybrid rid. After 20 yrs in my civic, I am totally 'out of it " when it comes to cars and their scary new tech.
I have the Mitsubishi ASX Sport 2.0 L. So easy to get into and out of. Normally drive it in 2WD but select AWD on occasion as required. Very fuel efficient. Lots of safety features. Super happy with it.
Since people are keeping their cars longer, which of these SUVs will still be around in 10 years? And will it still be intuitive to use for a senior 10 years older from now? If you have to wade through 4 menus just to change a mirror, satellite radio or AC setting , how distracting will other settings be?
I feel that the safety aspect of the Mazda CX 5 over 1 mpg economy and the lack of a touch screen. is waaaay more important to me why I bought one !! !
The title of your video should have been "10 Best SUVs for Wealthy Seniors in 2023" I could not possibly afford the payments on any of these vehicles. You have completely left out the majority of seniors in the US who are living on Social Security. I'm perfectly happy in my 1999 Toyota Corolla that gets great gas mileage, is easy to park in any space and zips around wherever I want to go. Would never use all the unnecessary high tech features in the newer vehicles. I'm not going to the moon.
I don't disagree that vehicle prices are too high and you are right, a new vehicle of any sorts is financially out-of-range for many seniors. However, there are plenty of seniors--just like anyone else--that do buy new vehicles including SUVs and most of the ones listed in this video are within a reasonable price range one would expect to pay for a new SUV.
@@auto_exclusive It is true that there are many seniors who can afford to buy new SUVs. "Reasonable" price is relative. The vast majority of senior Americans cannot afford a new SUV and that is the part that you left out and that I take issue with.
I agree, I am 71 and living on SS. I just paid off my 2013 Ford Edge and will not be getting another car unless it is necessary. I wish I had known about the fatal water pump issue, it will cost $2000 to replace if if fails. Do not buy any Ford with the 3.5 or 3.7 V6 which is just about all of their front wheel drive vehicles. Even though I love this car it keeps me up at night worrying about it. I check the oil and coolant levels every day.
I'm 66 and just purchased a Mazda CX-30...loving the precise steering and handling. I moved on from a Honda HR-V, because I totally dislike the new design.
@Katrn30 It's very easy to get in and out of. I did have to adjust, though, because the door is shorter on the CX-30 than the HRV. I bumped my head twice, and I adjusted quickly!
@Katrn30 Be sure to test drive...the belt line is higher than most (shorter windows), and some complain about rear visibility... I've found that the available safety features are super helpful for those issues. Happy car hunting!
Be sure to view the Death Rates in Cars and National Insurance payout numbers before buying. These are the real figures to go by. In this age of monster sized trucks and SUVs you need something which can compete. Take special note of the A pillar in the car you choose, as many have huge blind spots and make the vehicle seem more confining.
I had a rav4 2020 and it was awful. The gas mileage saver clunked into place like being rear ended. Replaced with a Venza 2022 hybrid and am thrilled. The Rav drove like an uncomfortable cheap truck
@@patriciosoirefman838 Uncomfortable seats, loud engine noise, loud road noise, It had very poor rear visibility. The safety standards aren’t as high as the Subaru. It’s cheaper to insure a Subaru over a Toyota. Don’t get me wrong, my last vehicle was a 11 Rav 4WD Limited and I enjoyed it, but the new Ravs aren’t up to the quality of the my 11. I replaced my Rav with a Forester Touring.
I went from a 2021 Toyota Highlander (gas only) to a 2023 Kia Sportage hybrid. This senior is far happier with the Kia, particularly software and gas mileage.
@@4gma59 The KIA theft problem is only with the key-start models made from 2015 - 2021. I would think State Farm would still insure push-button models made during that period.
I'm here in the Phils and I bought a Honda CR-V diesel powered suv with push button shifter instead of a stick shift. I bought this December 2018 and has run 47,800 kilometers. So far I'm contented with this sub. My diesel consumption average around 18 kilometers per liter. Do you have this type of model for 2023?
There's a war on diesel in the states. Not a chance of a diesel here. The government has the notion that putting people out of work and making commodities so expensive when diesel trucks are banned without a viable alternative. Thanks Newsom and Biden.
Good day to you! I am a grandpa rider on HONDA motorcycle from Japan. Enjoying camping ,touring and upload video. Your SUV video is so nice! Awesome! Full supported ! Have a nice day my friend!
Subaru dropped the stick in CrossTrek. Looks like the larger engine is called for to achieve any speed at all. This raises the price to that of the Forester and Outback, but to my eye the CrossTrek is the most sporty looking. The Forester will be the winner again once the 2025 model hits the lots in Spring, with the old model being a choice, if you like discounts. From the images I have seen so far, the Forester is much improved.
You are correct, that is a major downside if you choose to go with a Maverik. I have read, however, that some do trickle out to dealer lots. Ordering cars and waiting months or longer for them is still a somewhat foreign concept to us but I suspect in the years to come that this will be far more common.
Had my nissian juke 12 yrs not one problem,75k 42mpg and no crappy cam belt 😊yet all critics say they are rubbish over 200000 sold in UK old shape can buy now for little money get in if u want reliabilitiey 😊
I'm in the IK and it's the RAV4 every time for me. I get a touch over 50mpg (uk gallons). There is a 10yr warranty, which you will probably never need to use. Great vehicle.
`The only one I would consider is the Maverick. Great gas mileage and it can haul my Trailer home which is 2800 pounds. It is far better looking than the Japanese clones too. I like the ford electric pickup but will wait for reports before purchasing.
I upgraded from a 2014 Toyota Highlander to a 2024 Cadillac XT4(the 2024 highlander drove the same and is pretty much the same chasis and interior so it's boring).
Good list. I would add that ride comfort is important for senior bones. Subaru comes first in this department. Take an extended drive in Maverick before you sign as pickups are not noted for smooth ride
Speaking as a senior I’d like to thank you for this video. That’s 10 cars I can strike off my shortlist straightaway! “SUVs for seniors”; fer cryin’ out loud! (By the way, the AI text-to-voice needs work.)
That is so cool with a Ford pickup at the end of this video. I drive a 2020 Ford Escape SE in black. It is a safe vehicle so far. I liked all of the modern technology in it.
Have you ever considered how far the dealer is from the customer? The Honda CR-V might be the best for an individual, but if the dealer is 50 miles away, not so convenient. And for us, we rely on the dealer for service/including oil changes, etc. So for practical purposes, the dealer must be within easy driving for us. "Straight up one highway".
The Soul is actually not classified as an SUV, even though most people think of it as one. Kia considered it a car. I've had two Souls and I really like the design of the vehicle but Kia needs to work on it's transmissions. There is a definite problem with transmissions on the Soul.
I just read a comment by a gentleman named Thomas Wallace.. I agree with him very much because there are many SUVs where the seats do not pump up high enough.. It's not a laughing matter but at times it is because I'm only 5 ft tall and I always have to put a pillow in order to see over the hood whether it be a truck,suv, or sedan. Although it may seem and sound funny as we get older and I am laughing here as I am texting this We shrink our bodies shrink so those who are 6'2 later will probably be 5'9 58 Now you take someone like me who's only 5 ft tall Can you imagine lolol But at least I have a sense of humor saying about myself but it is true as I mentioned of those vehicles it is hard and especially many who have arthritis and arthritis can come in any kind of form with years of working hard or of being in an accident with time arthritis develops I'm not a doctor or any kind of a physician but truth be told it is hard when one has arthritis or rheumatism that just part of life and getting older In order for a seniors to have these kind of vehicles You have to consider not only because the steering wheel has a warming to the hands a seat warmer when you're sitting down driving That's all good and dandy.. But what about the airbag that comes out flying I don't know maybe 150 to 200 miles an hour at your face and the person could be dead when only it was just a slight rear end My mother used to say the littlest things are the most important and I didn't hear any of those things in any of those vehicles I did make a comment about prices and years that a seniors would not be allowed if we were to ask for a 5-year loan or 6-year loan where we would be able to pay.. But I do believe what this gentleman said on his comment it has to be easy for all senior citizens to be able and capable to get out of the cars and of the trucks that are made for seniors and again affordable to pay with our pension or disability funds.. for our generation of 2023 we are the baby boomers that you are speaking of. Please don't show us something that you think that we may be so naive not to understand or comprehend. Show us something that we can be able to get out even if we have a cane easy.. Show us something that the whole industry who make these vehicles where we would be able to afford to pay in five or six years of payments and with God's blessings that we will be able to live past those years. Allow us to be able to afford a car and to be able to be allowed to Make the payments in five or six years.. Not only these industries who make these cars make their customers or I should say their senior citizens customers happy and all car industries in America they too will be happy in making a sale. But I must say also do not charge us or don't charge anyone else for that matter young or old don't charge us just for filling out a piece of paper That is ridiculous in the auto industry That is your job That's what they are paying you for.. and not turn around and charge us or the pen that you're using to write on the sales paper That's ridiculous. We already know we have to pay taxes state taxes registration fee and then you want to turn around and charge us no matter what AGE charge us for the ink pen you're using to fill out the sales form doesn't take us at Rock of scientist to know that that's ridiculous,, Not all seniors are that naive or stupid I'm not saying that you're calling us that I see that you're showing us the vehicles here on this RUclips.. But the auto industry to the CEO who does the thinking for the owners of these industries also need to understand that these prices are still too high for the seniors of 2023 And I know this is about the 10 best SUVs for the seniors in 2023 but your prices are still again too high. But I also want to stress about the magnitude of the airbag That comes out flying at a high rate of speed.. It could be at a slight front bumper hit and that airbag comes flying out and hits the senior citizen smack straight in the face HARD well then that person has died at the scene ..You need to really think about everything of a senior citizen everything Again thank you for your time
Love my 2017 Ford Edge. So easy to get in and out of and I've had 0 problems with it. Was going to buy another in the next couple of years but the geniuses at Ford are going to discontinue it.
I like the edge also. Drove a 2020 for 5 days on a recent trip. Already had 60k miles on it and being a rental car how it was previously driven is unknown but no squeaks, rattles or lose parts. Very solid feeling vehicle with surprising handling, great breaks and very supportive front seats and a very quiet and very very low wind noise. I am hardcore Toyota but I have not been impressed with anything they offer. Sad that Ford is discontinuing the Edge but great news for buyers means prices will drop and can catch a deal on a good used one even new one. 👍
These people are clueless. Forget the damn tech that we do not give a damn about and talk about reliability. At 71 I do not want to be stranded along the side of the road. They put all of these plastic parts under the hood especially the cooling system, then they give us a turbo that is just something else to go wrong. They are expensive to repair especially after the warranty expires. But that extra heat from that turbo creates and yes heat as they are powered by the exhaust system that heat dries out those plastic cooling system parts even faster and they become brittle crack and leave you with an overheated engine along the side of the road. I am talking especially to GM here. Those Ecotech engines are famous for this. We had three in the family, and it happened to every one of them.
Most of these vehicles are bigger than needed by the majority of married or single seniors. A lot of more appropriate vehicles, including sedans, have been omitted.
Sedans don't take wheelchairs or walkers easily, and it's a lot easier to get out of many of these, for ex can't beat the Suburu for ease in entry/exit. I would never buy a sedan.
@@CherryRed1 A did say most of the vehicles in the video were bigger than needed. I agree that the Crosstrek is an exception. However, it is not an SUV, it is a lifted Impreza hatch.
Height of door sill, diagonal size of door opening is never noted only ground clearance. Which is only about off road which most of these vehicles don’t do. Same as entry into the rear seat. Manufacturers give the distance between seats but not distance from door frame to seat. Cars are designed for mass market unfortunately but a little thought outside the box would go a long way. Same as putting a child in a child seat, try that.
Depending on the senior, $36 grand can be a substantial chunk of one's assets. Likewise a 25-54 demographic buyer. As one who doesn't need a three-row eight-passenger vehicle, I can save more than a quarter of that price and still have an adequately size and equipped vehicle.
Keep in mind that there's a diversity of seniors out there, just like with any other group of people. Yes, most seniors don't need a 3-row SUV but look around...you'll see seniors driving bigger vehicles all the time (including within my own family, Tahoes, Suburbans, larger Range Rovers...not to mention 2 seniors in my family that drive brand new Chevy Silverado 2500's). I've had comments in my previous senior video about seniors buying 3-row SUVs for their grand kids which makes sense as well.
I'm young senior. And I just get toyota corolla cross 2024. Probably good car but I had my dodge magnum 2004. So far after 2 days I feel like I'm in the prison. Electronics and size of the car.
That's great that you love your Escape and the hybrid was definitely the way to go. It'll probably serve you well. The Compact SUV segment is crowded and only 5 made the list along with 4 sub-compacts and 1 midsize. When compared to its peers, the Escape just didn't have what it takes in the end to make the list. We're not alone in this assessment as Consumer Reports ranks the Escape #19 out of 21 in the category.
I have a 2022 Mazda CX 5 carbon edition and I am getting 31 miles to the gallon not the 26 they stated. If you buy the turbo it will be lower. Typically my speed is 75 to 78 on the highway this is when I get the best mileage. Even though the highway speed here is 70 people will run you over at that speed. 😊
I always buy Ford, GM, and Chrysler products because almost all of my family, friends and relatives do. Many of them worked for Jeep, Chevrolet, and Ford.
I wouldn't buy the CX-5. I bought a new 2021 Mazda CX-5. I believe the CX-50 has the same engine. It has burned engine oil from day one and getting progressively worse. I looked up and found a bulletin for my car to be repaired. I took it in and they agreed that my car fell under that bulletin according to the VIN but, that I had to wait for the engine light to come on. By my calculation that won't happen until one oil change after my warranty is up. Worse yet is that the RUclips posts from Mazda or it's dealerships take out negative reviews. Sleezy. Don't take a chance and buy Mazda’s. They don't stand by their products.
@@auto_exclusive I literally got off the phone with Mazda. After contacting Corporate, BBB, Attorney General and threatening to join the class action suit, they are going to fix it. I don't know what to do with myself I"m so happy. I give praises to the Dealership for resolving this issue. They could have let it get ugly.
I'm 6'4" and fit fine in our Honda Pilot. These small SUV's are just to tough getting into. I see seniors in sedans struggling to get in or out of them. A small SUV might work well for them. The Honda hybrid does not get that mpg.
The smaller...sub-compact or even compact SUVs...may not be optimal for taller people such as yourself. Once you move into the mid-size SUVs, I think...for the most part...people around your height should have few problems. I rarely cover the Pilot in my videos but I previously had one (the boxier version) and still, to this date, probably my favorite vehicle of all time.
you put the crosstrek on this but left out the Outback. The crosstrek is uncomfortable and harder to get into than the outback and the outback doesn't have the jarring ride. The Outback would be a better fit
Good feedback...I believe this is the 2nd comment suggesting the Outback should have made the list and it almost did. The Outback will definitely be reconsidered for the 2024 video. Thanks for the input.
I test drove the Outback. It's got a beautiful smooth ride. The issue is the same with all the Suburu's - the mileage... hoping they get the hybrid versions out and they aren't crazy expensive.
Looking to get a used subaru suv in the near future. My car is on its way out being 20 years old. I'm almost 61 & wife and I are active, hiking, camping & bringing our 2 medium size dog & pulling small trailer at times. Even used cars aren't cheap but Looking for advice, what's the oldest year should we stop at? Seeing some with 60,000 miles @ 4-5 yrs old, is this common & worth it, thanks.
I tend to think the best route is to find an older model with low miles. Yes, new models look nicer and have more bells and whistles but the bang for the is the combination of older and less miles in my opinion.
@@auto_exclusive thank u, that's what I'll be looking for. My wife wants to go cheaper also & I want to keep the vehicle for as long as possible so need lower mileage. Appreciate the reply.
@@auto_exclusive thank u & sorry to bother u but showed my wife your opinion & she asked how old & how many miles us to much? Believe the national average per year now is between 12 & 15000. Was thinking 2017-2000 if subaru didn't have allot of problems with these years, definitely ignorant when car hunting. We've had hand me downs from family for 15 yrs.
@@lr3465 You definitely need to do your own research as certain models in certain models years can be highly problematic. As for "how many miles are too much?"...that's hard to say. I tend to think along these lines and take it for what it's worth as this is just my opinion but given a choice and similar budget, I would rather buy a couple year older vehicle with less miles than a newer one with noticeably more miles. In addition, I think individual sellers are the way to go especially if there's been only 1 or 2 owners and the most recent owner is the kind of person that keeps EVERY receipt and is particular about maintaining their vehicle. There's no guarantees but if you do your research and find this type of seller with a lower mileage vehicle that may be a little older, in my book...this is the sweet spot if you can find it (not always possible). Hope this helps.
Im surprised you didnt list a Lexus in this list. But I do find their Info - System complicated. The screen is so bright while driving at night that i had to go through five - eight different swipes just to find the " Dimmer Switch ". Im in my mid 30's . I can find a way to control the brightness of my brand new desktop in two swipes and in less than a couple of minute. I spent nearly fifteen minutes to figure that out with a 2022 Lexus. I gave up and just put a jacket over the screen because it gotten annoying for a while. If a 30'ish Government Employee is struggling over a car's Info Screen, how much more a driver twice my age. Thats the one thing that annoys me about info systems. I need my hands on the wheel and my eyes on the road, not touching info screens every 10 minutes while driving an 50+ton vehicle fighting through traffic going 60 miles an hour. Im driving a car, not a fighter jet.
Lexus makes some great vehicles but they just didn't fit the criteria we were using when compiling this list. Really good info and thoughts on infotainment systems. I had someone tell me something similar a few months back...their SUV had a quite large infotainment screen but they didn't like it because at night it was too bright. I think the manufacturers need to look at this (maybe some already have) but they really need to offer a night mode that can easily (or automatically) be turned on that converts the screen to dramatically minimize brightness.
🗣And Why Does Your Lexus Info Screen Not Automatically Change Into It's Night Mode When It Starts To Get Dusk/Dark Outside? (+ It's Never Bright To Cause The Driver Any Distraction) This Feature Comes As Standard On My 2022 Lexus 450h Premium Sport!! Also The Over All Day Time Brightness/Contrast Of The Info Screen/Rear Reversing Camera Can Easily Be Adjusted By Using The "MENU BUTTON" Located Above The Lexus Touch Pad etc!! Hope This Helps You!!! Why Not Call Into Your Lexus Centre, And Let Them Run Through It With You!! (Im a 50yro Single Guy Here) That Has Just Changed To Lexus From The Jeep Brand (Used To Own A 2018 UK Spec Grand Cherokee Overland 3.0CRD)
Can’t believe you left out the Escape Hybrid and PHEV. A clear bargain and both get 40+ MPG - advanced safety features abound - excellent tech including a large Synch 4 display. Wireless everything including charging pad - heads up display - panoramic roof - leather seating - large back seat - east to get the grand-kids seat in place - lots of USB ports (f&r) etc. etc. etc. And all fully loaded for under 44K with all options. Highly rated by Consumer Reports and others. You missed the best of the bunch. Plus for only 2K the bumper / bumper extended warranty for 10 years / 100K miles. We all know that seniors put less miles on a SUV.
I double-checked Consumer Reports after reading your comment and the Escape doesn't rank very well at all. In fact, it comes in at #17 out of 20, above the Ford Bronco Sport, Jeep Compass and Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross. Also, Consumer Reports only gives the Escape 2 out of 5 for Predicted Reliability and 2 out of 5 for Predicted Owner Satisfaction. I'm glad that you enjoy your Escape and that's all that matters but, for our purposes, it just didn't cut it.
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THE SIDE NOTE - Ok, we have an updated list of some of the BEST SUVs for Seniors in 2023. A couple vehicles have dropped off the list and others have been added. Keep in mind that this list is designed to reflect the fact that not all seniors are the same and being a senior covers a significant age window, starting at roughly 62 and going up to...well, however long people live. That's a huge window and some seniors definitely have mobility issues that make certain features in a vehicle important while others live very active lives and want a vehicle that reflects that. Beyond that, there's price considerations, reliability ratings and other variables that are considered. Hopefully we hit close to the mark...let us know either way.
Same thing if any goods really. They have the money that young ones don’t unless they are married to a sugar daddy or mom and dad give ‘em cart Blanche.
How do you define Seniors? People who are 65 and older?
@@petersmith2040 When making these videos, we are thinking about people being in their sixties or older and semi-retired to retired (no commute). We focus more on this generation of seniors being more active and traveling more than ever before rather than focusing on the physical limitations that come with aging.
Hope that answers your question.
I just put a deposit down on a red Crosstrek Premium (a step below 'Sport' because I wanted the manual six-speed). I expect a long and happy relationship with it.
The only real downside is, I ordered in early January and they project delivery in April.
@@5610winston Once you get it...let us know how you like it!
Because my wife and I aren’t concerned about vehicle price or fuel economy, we just wanted the most reliable SUV we could find. We bought a Lexus RX 350. Amazing car.
As a senior, soon to be 66 years young, I am about to purchase a vehicle that I hope to love for years to come and one that I can afford. Truth be told, I am not too tech savvy and really do not care for it. I do not need features that I will not use. I want a reliable vehicle and one that will not break my shallow pocket!
Avoid any vehicle with a Turbo Charger
Yes me too. Who’d help us to find this type of vehicle
@@vinhtran1790 Consumer Report will be a good reliable guide for finding the most reliable vehicle for seniors. I'm guessing that a subscription will run you around $30, but you'll save $hundreds. Also consumer guide and Kelly Blue book will help you in terms of dealer cost of a new vehicle. Dealer cost is always way below MSRP.
Im telling you right now if. you buy a honda c.r.v it will. E the last car u will ever buy
They run and run with hardly no.issues and good on fuel i have had many cars and the honda crv is the champ
I am an occupational therapist; positioning and functional movement IS our wheelhouse. As mobility declines, the best suite of safety features reduce (but not eliminate) the demands of turning eyes and head. Adjustable safety belts are essential. A power seat adjustment and heated seats are welcome choices. SUVs have storage that requires less bending to access. Power tailgate and moonroof is helpful as well. You want a high enough ground clearance and leg space to enter and exit w/o severe hip bending, particularly as knees and hips become an issue. Best visibility forward, side and rear are essential. If you become disabled, find an OT that can formally assess and adapt your driving experience for safety and comfort. AARP holds FREE car assessments at most university programs on a regular basis. We want people to retain both their safety and independence.
Nailed it! We haven’t bought a ‘car’ in over 35+ years and we will ever again! For us it’s a SUV’S only! In fact we are looking to buy another SUV for our Florida home!
For seniors, forget big power, sports car handling, off-road nonsense, even gas mileage. Other than purchase price, we look for:
1. Ease of physically entering/egressing the vehicle, general ergonomic accessibility and comfort.
2. Safety, above all vision-height but also other plausible safety features.
3. Reliability--This may be our last car, and we need it to last with no mechanical hassles.
I'm a senior and I'm not like ANYBODY else. I am proud of and cherish my unique individuality!
"Sixty is the new forty."
I won't identify my age demographic, but I ordered a manual-shift Crosstrek because it's big enough for two dog crates inside and a folding grooming table on the roof rack, or one or more bicycles, including my tandem.
Ok.
Have driven a Toyota RAV4 Hybrid for almost 4 years. Best vehicle I've ever owned.... Great gas mileage and extremely reliable.
and extremely small drivers area. Horribly large center console & no bloody room for people of size!
@@Pinball-Audio : Also super noisy, very bumpy, expensive and hard to get and number one on the stolen list.
great gas mileage because its a HYBRID stupid. Tell us about the electricity costs to recharge.
I just bought a Rav4 Hybrid. Loooove it!!!
Getting in & out is a big deal. I am 78yo, have arthritis (of course) & 4 broken vertebrae. Some cars have seats that are too low to the ground that exit is a struggle, even with my cane.
ingress and egress is why I bought a Crosstrek instead of an Impreza.
How does the cross trek drive
@@williamseay7983 I like it.
I also have a 2013 Frontier, a nice truck, but the Crosstrek is easier to get in and out, it's easier to manage in parking lots and traffic.
The manual shift is a bit clunky, or it was when I got it new, but it seems to be smoothing out as it wears in. Gas mileage is 50% better than the Frontier, or better, up to 35 mpg (US) on the interstate, and on a hundred mile jaunt on rural two-lane roads at speeds 40 to 50 mph it showed over 41 mpg.
I'm getting a bit more tire noise than I am used to, but I think it will improve when I replace the G91 Geolandars with Michelins.
You got that right!
That’s my problem with my Grand Cherokee. Getting in and out after a hip replacement and back issues is getting harder each day. I joke that the cars so close to the ground need an onboard crane to get me out!
I wish they still put cd players in the car. I hate using my phone to 'stream' my music. I also prefer a key over a push-button. I do long distance trips to see family in other states with my dog. I have a hybred, but hate how it ato turns off when idling. I need to keep either a/c or heat on when traveling (when stopped at rest-stops/or if I have to leave my dog in the car).
Supplying seat height from curb, and rocker panel width would be helpful additions for those of us who now have difficult getting out. Grip handles on the A pillar is essential.
what’s the rocker panel?
@@sherrymdsrn The door sill you have to step over to get in or out.
As an aside, the Subaru Impreza five-door (hatchback) has identical interior dimensions to the Crosstrek, and I considered the Impreza in my shopping. The problem I encountered is that the Impreza seats the driver a few inches lower than the Crosstrek and I found ingress and egress significantly easier in the Crosstrek.
Both Crosstrek and Impreza hatchback advertise greater passenger space and seat-up cargo space than some full-size cars had fifty years ago (I remember my '73 Dodge Coronet was about two cubic feet less in both dimensions).
As far as I've been able to tell, the Crosstrek is the only vehicle in the compact SUV class still available with manual transmission. I put my order in this afternoon, delivery projected in April.
@@5610winston I agree, I cannot find any data on the width of the rocker panel/door threshold. I bought a 2020 Mitsubishi Outlander and absolutely hate 10” wide step-in distance and always getting my pants dirty as the lower panel traps dirt and soils your pants when you get in. Do you know which small SUVs have a narrower threshold?
I am looking for a table that shows the height from Curb, any luck on that resource? I had a hip fracture and I can't stand from regular cars
@@Manuel941 Measuring the overall height of the vehicle , LESS the drivers head room , will give you an idea of how low the seat is off the ground, but only when compared to other vehicles. I really wish they would give this actual figure in the car's dimension.
I'm a fifty & fabulous senior (57, to be exact) and I've enjoyed a decades worth of road trippin' in my 2012 Jeep Grand Cherokee Laredo EX (5.7 L V-8 Hemi). I may be older, but I still have a lead foot and enjoy having great horsepower (360 bhp/390 ft lbs torque), a comfortable ride on long distance drives, extra bells & whistles and the ability to tow (7400 lbs). Both my husband and I have owned this vehicle simultaneously and have taken many long distance trips. I've also owned a 2009 Rav-4 Limited and driven Subaru as well. To each senior their own choice!
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I’m 57 too. I sure don’t consider myself a senior.
57 is merely middle age. The reverse, 75 and up is what I call senior.
57 is a Junior Senior Citizen ❤😊 or senior in training 😂
72 and driving a Mazda CX-5. Best car I ever owned.
A a senior, I still use my 92 Landcruiser.
I am 67 years old the lest high tech the better I like it
The best car for a senior is the car which offers him/her the best driving conditions, comfort and all that at a reasonable cost.
It’s hard to argue with that
I hope to be a senior some day, so I can enjoy all these cool cars ❤
You can sell a young man's car to an old man, but you'll never sell an old man's car to a young man, and remember, eighty is the new fifty, fifty is the new thirty, and nothing screams OLD MAN'S CAR louder than an automatic gearbox. A CVT is the exclamation point on that statement.
Well, I'm a senior and I bought me a cool car while they WERE still making cars. And I'm going to hang onto it for as long as I can - I myself have no interest in these damn things.
Couldn't agree more...eighty is the new fifty, fifty is the new thirty and many seniors are very active and want vehicles that reflect that.
Firstly, I had a laugh over the constant reference to Apple car play and android. I’m a reasonably tech savvy senior and never use them.
I’ve had another SUV for over a year which wasn’t mentioned, and a better option than many here. Toyota Yaris Cross hybrid. More than enough size for 2 people, lots of safety tech, and extremely good on fuel- we get 3.6litres/100kms around town. Love it.
My experience is quite different. I find that seniors love hooking up their phones for navigation (and sometimes music as well). Some seniors that I know didn't always realize that when doing so, they are utilizing Apple CarPlay/Android Auto but that is what's happening.
@@auto_exclusive I'm 73 years old and drive very long distances as well as around town, and with a very simple Android Auto connection these drives are all much more stress free. Things like "OK, Navigate to grandchildrens" or "Find gas in my route" or "Play Beatles When I'm 64“ have helped make all drives safer and more enjoyable
This UK senior avoids most IT noncence in my Ford Kuga, but the heated seat and stearing wheel a a god send.
@@auto_exclusive You must meet different seniors to me. Use the KISS method.
I’m 65 and on my 3rd Mazda CX-5. Love this vehicle. Easy to get in and out of , smooth on the highway and the upgraded seat warmers are wonderful for my back and hip pain ! ❤
WOW, Subaru Outback didn’t make your list! Why?
Seniors, do yourself a favour, don’t buy a Ford.
The only reason I can think of is that the exterior styling has become a bit too aggressive for seniors with all the plastic cladding creeping up the front, rear and sides.
Perhaps the fact that Subaru knows they have electrical issues with many models,over many years, yet are fighting tooth and nail to avoid formal recall. My elderly father has 2018 outback with 23k miles. Few months ago he had dead battery. Purchased new battery and he is still having dead battery issues. Dealer says it could be because he only uses it once or twice a week(which is utter bs) currently a class action lawsuit going on that we heard about not from Subaru or the dealer,but the news! This is dads 6th Subaru but he's quite disgusted at this point.
@@jaylewis5035 The crosstrek has more of an aggressive look and it made it
I’ve owned quite a few Subaru’s and the company I worked for had a big fleet of Subarus, with very very few issues. In fact apart from my current car, my Subarus were the only cars that I’ve owned that didn’t go back for warranty work.
I am enjoying my 2023 Tucson. I'm hoping it treats me as well as my 2016 Tucson. At somewhat over 60K miles I replaced the tires, brakes and opted to replace the battery. I replaced the wipers once along the way. That 2016 went to 103K miles prior to selling it for the 2023. Nothing else broke or needed repairs.
Still have our 2012 Santa Fe. It has been a great vehicle. No regrets. Handles road trips with comfort, ease and more than enough room for luggage and extras.
Perhaps in the future you could address the user interface (UI) in the newer cars as relates to seniors. We are 72 and looked at a 2022 Lexus at Christmas. We had cash in hand and loved the car, but soon realized we did not have enough computer savy to operate it. It's basically a laptop with 4 wheels, with very few tactical switches on the instrument panel - everything is done thru the computer. That requires computer savey and frankly requires drawing your eyes away from the road. The owners manual is almost 800 pages, and the RUclips video on setting up the computer is 3.5 hours long! The car recognizes the driver by their cell phone, not the key fob, and neither of us had phones new enough to accept the software. We had to take our $50,000 cash and just go home.
PEW Research in late '22 said 40% of people 72-89 don't even own a smart phone. Which newer cars can be operated with the least amount of computer interface or knowledge? My research concluded we would have to go backwards to a 2016 Lexus to have a chance at operating it. The aging baby boomers have plenty of money but all the cars are designed for the younger crowd. Where are the cars that have more simple and straight-forward UI's ???????
Yep - I concur. Most people don't use the "gadgets" in a car. Just give me a basic comfortable, reliable car with good handling and adequate performance. Oh and a six stacker CD player.
@@allanbriggs807oh please,please bring back cd players! There really is no niche car for oldsters. I can see why. I am beginning to shop for a higher sitti g vehicle,leaning towards Forester and corolla cross hybrid. I really would like a hybrid rid. After 20 yrs in my civic, I am totally 'out of it " when it comes to cars and their scary new tech.
I have the Mitsubishi ASX Sport 2.0 L. So easy to get into and out of. Normally drive it in 2WD but select AWD on occasion as required. Very fuel efficient. Lots of safety features. Super happy with it.
I’m 70, time to get what I want not what’s best for me😊
Same. Last car is going to be excessive! 😅
I bought 2023 Nissan X-trail 2.5L petrol CVT. Drives like a dream, spacious and comfortable.
I love my 2019 Honda CRV, with my 2.4 engine, 7,600 miles on it and plenty of room, for my 5'11" frame
Since people are keeping their cars longer, which of these SUVs will still be around in 10 years? And will it still be intuitive to use for a senior 10 years older from now? If you have to wade through 4 menus just to change a mirror, satellite radio or AC setting , how distracting will other settings be?
Toyotas & Hondas will still be drivable 10 years+ from now.
I am a sr, age 67 and I just purchased 2025 Honda CrV Hybrid and I luv the suv
I feel that the safety aspect of the Mazda CX 5 over 1 mpg economy and the lack of a touch screen. is waaaay more important to me why I bought one !! !
I'm a Brit and 86 would not give up my Mazda for any of the others, in fact I'm changing it for the new model cx5.
The title of your video should have been "10 Best SUVs for Wealthy Seniors in 2023" I could not possibly afford the payments on any of these vehicles. You have completely left out the majority of seniors in the US who are living on Social Security. I'm perfectly happy in my 1999 Toyota Corolla that gets great gas mileage, is easy to park in any space and zips around wherever I want to go. Would never use all the unnecessary high tech features in the newer vehicles. I'm not going to the moon.
I don't disagree that vehicle prices are too high and you are right, a new vehicle of any sorts is financially out-of-range for many seniors. However, there are plenty of seniors--just like anyone else--that do buy new vehicles including SUVs and most of the ones listed in this video are within a reasonable price range one would expect to pay for a new SUV.
@@auto_exclusive It is true that there are many seniors who can afford to buy new SUVs. "Reasonable" price is relative. The vast majority of senior Americans cannot afford a new SUV and that is the part that you left out and that I take issue with.
I agree, I am 71 and living on SS. I just paid off my 2013 Ford Edge and will not be getting another car unless it is necessary. I wish I had known about the fatal water pump issue, it will cost $2000 to replace if if fails. Do not buy any Ford with the 3.5 or 3.7 V6 which is just about all of their front wheel drive vehicles. Even though I love this car it keeps me up at night worrying about it. I check the oil and coolant levels every day.
I was thinking about the Forrester used, what year would be worth reviewing?
Senior senior snior.I’m 73, and drive a Mini Countryman
Terrific! Now why don’t y’all add reliability ratings on all these SUVs?
I'm 66 and just purchased a Mazda CX-30...loving the precise steering and handling. I moved on from a Honda HR-V, because I totally dislike the new design.
How do you find getting in and out of this car?
@Katrn30 It's very easy to get in and out of. I did have to adjust, though, because the door is shorter on the CX-30 than the HRV. I bumped my head twice, and I adjusted quickly!
@ thanks for replying. I am seriously considering this car!
@Katrn30 Be sure to test drive...the belt line is higher than most (shorter windows), and some complain about rear visibility... I've found that the available safety features are super helpful for those issues. Happy car hunting!
@ thank you!
Iam buying a chevy Equinox tomorrow ,and iam 69 had no problem getting in and out I think this will be a good suv for me
Thank you for the great information
You’re welcome!
66 here. Just got the Telluride, moving on from a Toyota Avalon. Wanted the comfort and space for long car trips and travel in retirement.
2022 or 23? Has it lived up to your expectations?
Be sure to view the Death Rates in Cars and National Insurance payout numbers before buying. These are the real figures to go by. In this age of monster sized trucks and SUVs you need something which can compete. Take special note of the A pillar in the car you choose, as many have huge blind spots and make the vehicle seem more confining.
The best selling "Edge" by Ford is a great SUV. I have one and it does everything, beautiful to handle, etc.
Best for me is Nissan rogue comportable seat, driving view, safety and excellent performance.
Wheelchair friendly storage and ability to lift into the back. Very important.
I had a rav4 2020 and it was awful. The gas mileage saver clunked into place like being rear ended. Replaced with a Venza 2022 hybrid and am thrilled. The Rav drove like an uncomfortable cheap truck
I’m a senior also and I appreciate largesse and luxury. Not seeing anything here I’d go for.
Understood. The luxury market is kind of a different creature, not necessarily the focus of this video.
I'm a senior also at 77 yrs.old. Planning on getting a Toyota SUV Hybrid. Are they comfortable?
We were not impressed with the Rav at all so we bought a Subaru instead
Why not?
@@patriciosoirefman838 Uncomfortable seats, loud engine noise, loud road noise, It had very poor rear visibility.
The safety standards aren’t as high as the Subaru.
It’s cheaper to insure a Subaru over a Toyota.
Don’t get me wrong, my last vehicle was a 11 Rav 4WD Limited and I enjoyed it, but the new Ravs aren’t up to the quality of the my 11.
I replaced my Rav with a Forester Touring.
I have a 2016 RAV 4 and very happy with it.
@@edwardmorehouse1424 I’m happy for you.
I tested the 22 year model
I test drove one of the rav4 and I agree - it was loud wind noise and hard to see out of it
I went from a 2021 Toyota Highlander (gas only) to a 2023 Kia Sportage hybrid. This senior is far happier with the Kia, particularly software and gas mileage.
i love that vehicle
Good choice old timer! 👍
State Farm in my state won't insure a Kia due to the easy theft problem.
@@4gma59 The KIA theft problem is only with the key-start models made from 2015 - 2021. I would think State Farm would still insure push-button models made during that period.
I'm here in the Phils and I bought a Honda CR-V diesel powered suv with push button shifter instead of a stick shift. I bought this December 2018 and has run 47,800 kilometers. So far I'm contented with this sub. My diesel consumption average around 18 kilometers per liter. Do you have this type of model for 2023?
There's a war on diesel in the states. Not a chance of a diesel here. The government has the notion that putting people out of work and making commodities so expensive when diesel trucks are banned without a viable alternative. Thanks Newsom and Biden.
I have all those features in my 2019 Equinox.
I love my 2019 Equinox made in Canada. Fully loaded and getting 30mpg in the city. 50k without problems.
Amazing !!!!!! My 2013 Honda CRV/AWD 2.2 diesel auto with 80,000 miles returns 37mpg overall ....... Looks a better deal than a new one !!!!!
Im 83 traded my SUV for a Western Star with Detroit Diesel I can now pull my boat with no problems lots of power
Cool! 😂
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Your SUV video is so nice!
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Have a nice day my friend!
Thank you!
Are you riding a Hondamatic by any chance?
Subaru dropped the stick in CrossTrek. Looks like the larger engine is called for to achieve any speed at all. This raises the price to that of the Forester and Outback, but to my eye the CrossTrek is the most sporty looking. The Forester will be the winner again once the 2025 model hits the lots in Spring, with the old model being a choice, if you like discounts. From the images I have seen so far, the Forester is much improved.
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Bad thing about the Maverick that you included is that they are always sold out and must be ordered and it can take up to a year to get your truck !
You are correct, that is a major downside if you choose to go with a Maverik. I have read, however, that some do trickle out to dealer lots. Ordering cars and waiting months or longer for them is still a somewhat foreign concept to us but I suspect in the years to come that this will be far more common.
Besides it has a damn useless sandbox. If four doors are more important than bed length, then just buy a damn SUV.
Had my nissian juke 12 yrs not one problem,75k 42mpg and no crappy cam belt 😊yet all critics say they are rubbish over 200000 sold in UK old shape can buy now for little money get in if u want reliabilitiey 😊
Thank u. I'm trying to figure out which suv to get.
I'm in the IK and it's the RAV4 every time for me. I get a touch over 50mpg (uk gallons).
There is a 10yr warranty, which you will probably never need to use. Great vehicle.
Absolutely love my new 2023 Crosstrek Special Edition. 💜
if u want even Larger, more modern looking and more passenger space--- get a 1971 Ford LTD station wagon
KUDOS to that!! The next car I buy is going to be an old car.
`The only one I would consider is the Maverick. Great gas mileage and it can haul my Trailer home which is 2800 pounds.
It is far better looking than the Japanese clones too. I like the ford electric pickup but will wait for reports before purchasing.
I upgraded from a 2014 Toyota Highlander to a 2024 Cadillac XT4(the 2024 highlander drove the same and is pretty much the same chasis and interior so it's boring).
We are seniors and driving MB GLB 250, the best vehicle we ever had 🤠🍷, and this SUV is not on list!?!
I Have a tucson 2013 , 9 years and 224.000 kilometers waiting for gen4 tucson in Indonesia
Good list. I would add that ride comfort is important for senior bones. Subaru comes first in this department. Take an extended drive in Maverick before you sign as pickups are not noted for smooth ride
Speaking as a senior I’d like to thank you for this video. That’s 10 cars I can strike off my shortlist straightaway! “SUVs for seniors”; fer cryin’ out loud! (By the way, the AI text-to-voice needs work.)
I'm shocked at the low prices. Here in Scotland, these cars are WAY more expensive!
Honda CRV 2023 is a best choice.
As a senior i have just bought a Nissan Quesqui ❤
O melhor de todos é caminhar regurlamente. Deixe seu SUV em casa e ande muito!
That is so cool with a Ford pickup at the end of this video. I drive a 2020 Ford Escape SE in black. It is a safe vehicle so far. I liked all of the modern technology in it.
Thanks!
Have you ever considered how far the dealer is from the customer? The Honda CR-V might be the best for an individual, but if the dealer is 50 miles away, not so convenient. And for us, we rely on the dealer for service/including oil changes, etc. So for practical purposes, the dealer must be within easy driving for us. "Straight up one highway".
The Soul is actually not classified as an SUV, even though most people think of it as one. Kia considered it a car. I've had two Souls and I really like the design of the vehicle but Kia needs to work on it's transmissions. There is a definite problem with transmissions on the Soul.
I just read a comment by a gentleman named Thomas Wallace.. I agree with him very much because there are many SUVs where the seats do not pump up high enough.. It's not a laughing matter but at times it is because I'm only 5 ft tall and I always have to put a pillow in order to see over the hood whether it be a truck,suv, or sedan. Although it may seem and sound funny as we get older and I am laughing here as I am texting this We shrink our bodies shrink so those who are 6'2 later will probably be 5'9 58 Now you take someone like me who's only 5 ft tall Can you imagine lolol But at least I have a sense of humor saying about myself but it is true as I mentioned of those vehicles it is hard and especially many who have arthritis and arthritis can come in any kind of form with years of working hard or of being in an accident with time arthritis develops I'm not a doctor or any kind of a physician but truth be told it is hard when one has arthritis or rheumatism that just part of life and getting older In order for a seniors to have these kind of vehicles You have to consider not only because the steering wheel has a warming to the hands a seat warmer when you're sitting down driving That's all good and dandy.. But what about the airbag that comes out flying I don't know maybe 150 to 200 miles an hour at your face and the person could be dead when only it was just a slight rear end My mother used to say the littlest things are the most important and I didn't hear any of those things in any of those vehicles I did make a comment about prices and years that a seniors would not be allowed if we were to ask for a 5-year loan or 6-year loan where we would be able to pay.. But I do believe what this gentleman said on his comment it has to be easy for all senior citizens to be able and capable to get out of the cars and of the trucks that are made for seniors and again affordable to pay with our pension or disability funds.. for our generation of 2023 we are the baby boomers that you are speaking of. Please don't show us something that you think that we may be so naive not to understand or comprehend. Show us something that we can be able to get out even if we have a cane easy.. Show us something that the whole industry who make these vehicles where we would be able to afford to pay in five or six years of payments and with God's blessings that we will be able to live past those years. Allow us to be able to afford a car and to be able to be allowed to Make the payments in five or six years.. Not only these industries who make these cars make their customers or I should say their senior citizens customers happy and all car industries in America they too will be happy in making a sale. But I must say also do not charge us or don't charge anyone else for that matter young or old don't charge us just for filling out a piece of paper That is ridiculous in the auto industry That is your job That's what they are paying you for.. and not turn around and charge us or the pen that you're using to write on the sales paper That's ridiculous. We already know we have to pay taxes state taxes registration fee and then you want to turn around and charge us no matter what AGE charge us for the ink pen you're using to fill out the sales form doesn't take us at Rock of scientist to know that that's ridiculous,, Not all seniors are that naive or stupid I'm not saying that you're calling us that I see that you're showing us the vehicles here on this RUclips.. But the auto industry to the CEO who does the thinking for the owners of these industries also need to understand that these prices are still too high for the seniors of 2023 And I know this is about the 10 best SUVs for the seniors in 2023 but your prices are still again too high. But I also want to stress about the magnitude of the airbag That comes out flying at a high rate of speed.. It could be at a slight front bumper hit and that airbag comes flying out and hits the senior citizen smack straight in the face HARD well then that person has died at the scene ..You need to really think about everything of a senior citizen everything Again thank you for your time
So which suv you prefer?
Love my 2017 Ford Edge. So easy to get in and out of and I've had 0 problems with it. Was going to buy another in the next couple of years but the geniuses at Ford are going to discontinue it.
I like the edge also. Drove a 2020 for 5 days on a recent trip. Already had 60k miles on it and being a rental car how it was previously driven is unknown but no squeaks, rattles or lose parts. Very solid feeling vehicle with surprising handling, great breaks and very supportive front seats and a very quiet and very very low wind noise. I am hardcore Toyota but I have not been impressed with anything they offer. Sad that Ford is discontinuing the Edge but great news for buyers means prices will drop and can catch a deal on a good used one even new one. 👍
These people are clueless. Forget the damn tech that we do not give a damn about and talk about reliability. At 71 I do not want to be stranded along the side of the road. They put all of these plastic parts under the hood especially the cooling system, then they give us a turbo that is just something else to go wrong. They are expensive to repair especially after the warranty expires. But that extra heat from that turbo creates and yes heat as they are powered by the exhaust system that heat dries out those plastic cooling system parts even faster and they become brittle crack and leave you with an overheated engine along the side of the road. I am talking especially to GM here. Those Ecotech engines are famous for this. We had three in the family, and it happened to every one of them.
Do you offer specials for senior citizens I read somewhere you have leases with nothing down and a low monthly payment
The number of times the word "seniors" is used makes me think the script is written by Chatgpt.
That made me laugh! This script was written prior to ChatGPT being available so you can chalk up the "excessive" use of the word "seniors" to a human.
When I look for fuel efficient cars I don't find the Hyundai Santa Fe. Why?
Most of these vehicles are bigger than needed by the majority of married or single seniors. A lot of more appropriate vehicles, including sedans, have been omitted.
I am a senior and I buy whatever I like regardless of the size. I love the RAV4 also Honda CR-V and the Kia Sportage.
@@jillxz9424 The topic is appropriate vehicles for the elderly, not what they like.
The title is literally 10 best SUV’s for seniors! Not sport cars or pickup trucks…SUV’s. THIS video is not about other types of vehicles.
Sedans don't take wheelchairs or walkers easily, and it's a lot easier to get out of many of these, for ex can't beat the Suburu for ease in entry/exit. I would never buy a sedan.
@@CherryRed1 A did say most of the vehicles in the video were bigger than needed. I agree that the Crosstrek is an exception. However, it is not an SUV, it is a lifted Impreza hatch.
Too bad you can't get a Maverick until 2024. They just sold out all 2023 models. a few will hit the dealerships.
Height of door sill, diagonal size of door opening is never noted only ground clearance. Which is only about off road which most of these vehicles don’t do. Same as entry into the rear seat. Manufacturers give the distance between seats but not distance from door frame to seat. Cars are designed for mass market unfortunately but a little thought outside the box would go a long way. Same as putting a child in a child seat, try that.
Kia car is so impressive. 23 MPG and the price starts from $36000. Perfect for seniors for sure. I would buy something else though
Depending on the senior, $36 grand can be a substantial chunk of one's assets. Likewise a 25-54 demographic buyer.
As one who doesn't need a three-row eight-passenger vehicle, I can save more than a quarter of that price and still have an adequately size and equipped vehicle.
Keep in mind that there's a diversity of seniors out there, just like with any other group of people. Yes, most seniors don't need a 3-row SUV but look around...you'll see seniors driving bigger vehicles all the time (including within my own family, Tahoes, Suburbans, larger Range Rovers...not to mention 2 seniors in my family that drive brand new Chevy Silverado 2500's). I've had comments in my previous senior video about seniors buying 3-row SUVs for their grand kids which makes sense as well.
I'm young senior. And I just get toyota corolla cross 2024. Probably good car but I had my dodge magnum 2004.
So far after 2 days I feel like I'm in the prison. Electronics and size of the car.
My 2015 Mokka turbo automatic has never let me down.
What is a Mokka?
Opel Mokka is a crossover SUV. 1400 Turbo engine,103 kw.I have the 2017 model made in Germany
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I am 84 years old and I love my2023 Ford Escape hybrid. Why was it left off this list?
That's great that you love your Escape and the hybrid was definitely the way to go. It'll probably serve you well. The Compact SUV segment is crowded and only 5 made the list along with 4 sub-compacts and 1 midsize. When compared to its peers, the Escape just didn't have what it takes in the end to make the list. We're not alone in this assessment as Consumer Reports ranks the Escape #19 out of 21 in the category.
I have a 2022 Mazda CX 5 carbon edition and I am getting 31 miles to the gallon not the 26 they stated. If you buy the turbo it will be lower. Typically my speed is 75 to 78 on the highway this is when I get the best mileage. Even though the highway speed here is 70 people will run you over at that speed. 😊
@god_laughs_at_atheists6928 I do have AWD. I live in Wisconsin.
Love the Rav4 hybrid
Just gimme a cassette player!
Why not an 8 trackplayer!
Sh*t, I just bought what I saw on the thumbnail for this video... does that make me old now?
apparently
I always buy Ford, GM, and Chrysler products because almost all of my family, friends and relatives do. Many of them worked for Jeep, Chevrolet, and Ford.
I wouldn't buy the CX-5. I bought a new 2021 Mazda CX-5. I believe the CX-50 has the same engine. It has burned engine oil from day one and getting progressively worse. I looked up and found a bulletin for my car to be repaired. I took it in and they agreed that my car fell under that bulletin according to the VIN but, that I had to wait for the engine light to come on. By my calculation that won't happen until one oil change after my warranty is up. Worse yet is that the RUclips posts from Mazda or it's dealerships take out negative reviews. Sleezy. Don't take a chance and buy Mazda’s. They don't stand by their products.
Good to know....I hope it happens before your warranty is up.
@@auto_exclusive I literally got off the phone with Mazda. After contacting Corporate, BBB, Attorney General and threatening to join the class action suit, they are going to fix it. I don't know what to do with myself I"m so happy. I give praises to the Dealership for resolving this issue. They could have let it get ugly.
The base model Honda CR-V should have a much larger screen than 7 inches especially for the prices they are asking in Canada.
I wish they would say what the warranty was on eAch venivle
I'm 6'4" and fit fine in our Honda Pilot. These small SUV's are just to tough getting into. I see seniors in sedans struggling to get in or out of them. A small SUV might work well for them. The Honda hybrid does not get that mpg.
The smaller...sub-compact or even compact SUVs...may not be optimal for taller people such as yourself. Once you move into the mid-size SUVs, I think...for the most part...people around your height should have few problems. I rarely cover the Pilot in my videos but I previously had one (the boxier version) and still, to this date, probably my favorite vehicle of all time.
you put the crosstrek on this but left out the Outback. The crosstrek is uncomfortable and harder to get into than the outback and the outback doesn't have the jarring ride. The Outback would be a better fit
Good feedback...I believe this is the 2nd comment suggesting the Outback should have made the list and it almost did. The Outback will definitely be reconsidered for the 2024 video. Thanks for the input.
That's why I went with a forester...easy to get in and out of...plenty of headroom...great safety features
I test drove the Outback. It's got a beautiful smooth ride. The issue is the same with all the Suburu's - the mileage... hoping they get the hybrid versions out and they aren't crazy expensive.
In Poland, a senior gets a pension to buy a bicycle. Such cars are an abstraction like a flight to Mars.
I'm Polish and I thank God that I live in the good old U.S.A.! I'm going to sell my house and travel in my Mazda CX5 until I drop dead!
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Looking to get a used subaru suv in the near future. My car is on its way out being 20 years old. I'm almost 61 & wife and I are active, hiking, camping & bringing our 2 medium size dog & pulling small trailer at times. Even used cars aren't cheap but Looking for advice, what's the oldest year should we stop at? Seeing some with 60,000 miles @ 4-5 yrs old, is this common & worth it, thanks.
I tend to think the best route is to find an older model with low miles. Yes, new models look nicer and have more bells and whistles but the bang for the is the combination of older and less miles in my opinion.
@@auto_exclusive thank u, that's what I'll be looking for. My wife wants to go cheaper also & I want to keep the vehicle for as long as possible so need lower mileage. Appreciate the reply.
@@lr3465 you’re welcome! Good luck!
@@auto_exclusive thank u & sorry to bother u but showed my wife your opinion & she asked how old & how many miles us to much? Believe the national average per year now is between 12 & 15000. Was thinking 2017-2000 if subaru didn't have allot of problems with these years, definitely ignorant when car hunting. We've had hand me downs from family for 15 yrs.
@@lr3465 You definitely need to do your own research as certain models in certain models years can be highly problematic. As for "how many miles are too much?"...that's hard to say. I tend to think along these lines and take it for what it's worth as this is just my opinion but given a choice and similar budget, I would rather buy a couple year older vehicle with less miles than a newer one with noticeably more miles. In addition, I think individual sellers are the way to go especially if there's been only 1 or 2 owners and the most recent owner is the kind of person that keeps EVERY receipt and is particular about maintaining their vehicle. There's no guarantees but if you do your research and find this type of seller with a lower mileage vehicle that may be a little older, in my book...this is the sweet spot if you can find it (not always possible). Hope this helps.
I wish the fully electric vehicles were discounted in price for seniors 😢
That would be nice!
Im surprised you didnt list a Lexus in this list.
But I do find their Info - System complicated. The screen is so bright while driving at night that i had to go through five - eight different swipes just to find the " Dimmer Switch ". Im in my mid 30's . I can find a way to control the brightness of my brand new desktop in two swipes and in less than a couple of minute. I spent nearly fifteen minutes to figure that out with a 2022 Lexus. I gave up and just put a jacket over the screen because it gotten annoying for a while. If a 30'ish Government Employee is struggling over a car's Info Screen, how much more a driver twice my age.
Thats the one thing that annoys me about info systems. I need my hands on the wheel and my eyes on the road, not touching info screens
every 10 minutes while driving an 50+ton vehicle fighting through traffic going 60 miles an hour. Im driving a car, not a fighter jet.
Lexus makes some great vehicles but they just didn't fit the criteria we were using when compiling this list. Really good info and thoughts on infotainment systems. I had someone tell me something similar a few months back...their SUV had a quite large infotainment screen but they didn't like it because at night it was too bright. I think the manufacturers need to look at this (maybe some already have) but they really need to offer a night mode that can easily (or automatically) be turned on that converts the screen to dramatically minimize brightness.
🗣And Why Does Your Lexus Info Screen Not Automatically Change Into It's Night Mode When It Starts To Get Dusk/Dark Outside? (+ It's Never Bright To Cause The Driver Any Distraction) This Feature Comes As Standard On My 2022 Lexus 450h Premium Sport!! Also The Over All Day Time Brightness/Contrast Of The Info Screen/Rear Reversing Camera Can Easily Be Adjusted By Using The "MENU BUTTON" Located Above The Lexus Touch Pad etc!! Hope This Helps You!!! Why Not Call Into Your Lexus Centre, And Let Them Run Through It With You!! (Im a 50yro Single Guy Here) That Has Just Changed To Lexus From The Jeep Brand (Used To Own A 2018 UK Spec Grand Cherokee Overland 3.0CRD)
How do you like your Lexus ? I have a Jeep and fixing to trade soon
Can’t believe you left out the Escape Hybrid and PHEV. A clear bargain and both get 40+ MPG - advanced safety features abound - excellent tech including a large Synch 4 display. Wireless everything including charging pad - heads up display - panoramic roof - leather seating - large back seat - east to get the grand-kids seat in place - lots of USB ports (f&r) etc. etc. etc. And all fully loaded for under 44K with all options. Highly rated by Consumer Reports and others. You missed the best of the bunch. Plus for only 2K the bumper / bumper extended warranty for 10 years / 100K miles. We all know that seniors put less miles on a SUV.
Sorry i forgot to mention that the PHEV is approved for the $7,500 Income Tax credit.
I double-checked Consumer Reports after reading your comment and the Escape doesn't rank very well at all. In fact, it comes in at #17 out of 20, above the Ford Bronco Sport, Jeep Compass and Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross. Also, Consumer Reports only gives the Escape 2 out of 5 for Predicted Reliability and 2 out of 5 for Predicted Owner Satisfaction. I'm glad that you enjoy your Escape and that's all that matters but, for our purposes, it just didn't cut it.
@@auto_exclusive The Edge does better.
My senior SUV is a Jeep Grand Cherokee Trailhawk, great offroad machine
All you will need is the Toyota CHR it ticks all the boxes and so much more
Honda CRV-V seats are so uncomfortable. Drove on a vaca, not good too stiff. Why no minivans? Easy in/out, roomy.
Perhaps we’ll include minivans in a future video.