Top 5 cars for Mobility Adaptations
VW Caddy Maxi
The VW Caddy Maxi is an excellent all-round vehicle for mobility adaptations. It’s strong structural construction and commercial vehicle heritage make it suitable for Lowered Floor Wheelchair Access Vehicles and the large interior height and wide doors make it great for Swivel Seats and driving controls.
Price Point
Mid to Low
Alternatives:
- Kia Carnival/Honda Odyssey (more expensive, more luxury)
- Renault Kangoo (cheaper, more basic and slightly smaller, great for city driving)
Suitable Adaptations
Getting Seated, Independent Driving, Hoisting and Stowing, Wheelchair Accessible Vehicles
Volkswagen Multi-Van
The VW Multi-Van is the pinnacle in family and mobility transport. This vehicle allows almost any form of transport and adaptation. From transporting in the chair, to transfer options and even driving from a wheelchair, all whilst still transporting all the family and equipment makes for a great all round vehicle for adaptation.
Price Point
Mid to High
Alternatives:
- LDV G10 (Cheaper, Smaller, More Luxury)
- Hyundai Imax (Cheaper, less luxury)
- Volkswagen Transporter (Cheaper, less luxury)
- Mercedes V-Class (More expensive, more luxury)
Suitable Adaptations
Getting Seated, Independent Driving, Hoisting and Stowing, Additional (aftermarket) Seating, Wheelchair Ramps and Lifts, Restraints and Seatbelts
Mitsubishi Outlander
The Mitsubishi Outlander is a great all-round SUV. Hugely popular and excellent value for money, the Outlander has wide openings and large clearances which makes it perfect for many adaptations. It comes in a 7-seat variation meaning more people can travel together.
Price Point
Low-Mid
Alternatives:
- Nissan X-Trail
- Nissan Pathfinder (Larger, more expensive)
- Toyota Prado (Larger, more expensive, very good off-road)
- Mercedes GLE class (More expensive, more luxury)
Suitable Adaptations
Getting Seated, Independent Driving, Hoisting and Stowing
Kia Cerato
The Kia Cerato is a great value all round City Car that is easy to drive, great on fuel efficiency and also has large opening and clearances making it suitable for multiple adaptations.
Price Point
Low
Alternatives:
- Hyundai I-30
- Mercedes B Class
- Suzuki Vitara (Higher off ground, more expensive)
Suitable Adaptations
Getting Seated, Independent Driving, Hoisting and Stowing
Toyota Commuter
Toyota Commuter is the most popular vehicle for Commercial Vehicle Adaptation including Taxi’s, School Busses, Group Home Transport etc.
Price Point
Low
Alternatives:
- Mercedes Sprinter (More expensive, larger, comes with internal trimming)
- Volkswagen Crafter (Cheaper, Larger, no internal trimming, bare van)
- Ford Transit Van (No internal trimming, bare metal van)
- Renault Master (Cheaper, comes with internal trimming and seats)
Suitable Adaptations
Getting Seated, Independent Driving, Hoisting and Stowing, Additional (aftermarket) Seating, Wheelchair Ramps and Lifts, Restraints and Seatbelts, Transport (Community Transport) Vehicles