{"id":6822,"date":"2015-12-01T07:39:05","date_gmt":"2015-12-01T13:39:05","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.senioradvisor.com\/blog\/?p=6822"},"modified":"2020-10-14T08:19:58","modified_gmt":"2020-10-14T13:19:58","slug":"best-cars-for-seniors","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/d30braiqprupoq.cloudfront.net\/blog\/2015\/12\/best-cars-for-seniors\/","title":{"rendered":"Best Cars for Seniors"},"content":{"rendered":"<h1>Best Cars for Seniors<img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignright size-medium wp-image-6824\" src=\"https:\/\/s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com\/img.prod.aplaceformom.com\/main\/uploads\/sa-blog\/2015\/09\/Best-Cars-for-Seniors-350x350.png\" alt=\"Best Cars for Seniors\" width=\"350\" height=\"350\" srcset=\"https:\/\/s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com\/img.prod.aplaceformom.com\/main\/uploads\/sa-blog\/2015\/09\/Best-Cars-for-Seniors-350x350.png 350w, https:\/\/s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com\/img.prod.aplaceformom.com\/main\/uploads\/sa-blog\/2015\/09\/Best-Cars-for-Seniors-150x150.png 150w, https:\/\/s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com\/img.prod.aplaceformom.com\/main\/uploads\/sa-blog\/2015\/09\/Best-Cars-for-Seniors-768x768.png 768w, https:\/\/s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com\/img.prod.aplaceformom.com\/main\/uploads\/sa-blog\/2015\/09\/Best-Cars-for-Seniors.png 800w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 350px) 100vw, 350px\" \/><\/h1>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Deaths, injuries and property losses result from thousands of car crashes on our nation\u2019s highways and streets every year. In 2009, the latest date for which figures are available, there were 359,000 deaths on American roadways. The states that lead in traffic fatalities are: California, Texas, Florida, North Carolina, Georgia, Pennsylvania, New York and Ohio, each with over one thousand fatalities in 2009. Many times, insurance pays some recompense for these losses, but there is no recompense for a lost life.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Insurance companies track which car makes and models are safer to drive and which are involved in more accidents. Because they have this information, they also charge lower rates to insure safer cars and safer drivers. That can result in savings for seniors who chose to buy safer automobiles.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The number of traffic deaths per year is trending downward, primarily due to manufacturers building safer vehicles. Modern cars come with lots of safety features that Henry Ford never dreamed of. Some of them have other features, too, that appeal to seniors. If you are in the market for a car, look for some of these features on automobiles that you consider buying.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2>Ease of access<\/h2>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A low step-in height will make it easy to get in and out<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Tall seating position is great for seeing out in all directions<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Power driver&#8217;s seat to make adjusting it effortless<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Push-button starter with keyless access<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Easily accessible cargo load floor<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2>Safety<\/h2>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">360-degree camera or backup camera to make parking especially easy<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Automatic headlights so you don\u2019t forget to turn them on or off<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Simple control layout<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">GPS for directions when driving in unfamiliar areas<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2>Comfort<\/h2>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Leather upholstery<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Heated front seats<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Dual-zone automatic climate control<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Comfortable ride<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Fuel economy, so you don\u2019t feel that your wallet is being drained with every trip to the store.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">These features or similar ones are offered by most car manufacturers today. You may not be able to find all of them, especially if you are looking for a used car. But you can think about the ones that are most important to you before you get to the car lot, so that you know what to tell the salesman.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><a href=\"http:\/\/www.autotrader.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"><strong>Auto Trader<\/strong><\/a> recommends these new and used cars as especially appropriate for seniors, offering many features for safety and comfort. If the new ones are beyond your budget, take a look at the same models a year or two old. You\u2019ll find the savings is significant.<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">2016 The Acura RDX, luxury SUV<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">2016 Buick Encore, high driver\u2019s seat and low step-in<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">2005-2010 Honda Odyssey, minivan<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">2009-2014 Hyundai Genesis, muscular powertrain<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">2008-2012 Infiniti EX35, luxury and comfort<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">2016 Jeep Cherokee, compact crossover<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">2010-2012 Lexus RX, high quality ride, 32 mpg highway<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">2016 Scion xB, unique boxy shape, roomy interior<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">2016 Subaru Outback, midsize wagon; automatically stops the car at low speeds if an impending crash is detected<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">2016 Toyota Prius, best for fuel economy: 51 mpg city<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">No matter what car you drive, be sure to fasten your seat belt and have all your passengers fasten theirs. Seat belts save lives. Happy car hunting!<\/span><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.senioradvisor.com\/blog\/2014\/12\/senior-driving-tips-that-can-save-your-life\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"><em><strong>Get more tips on safe driving for seniors.<\/strong><\/em><\/a><\/p>\n<p><strong>Need Senior Living Advice?<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>If you\u2019re looking for the best value options for senior care, be sure to visit\u00a0<strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.senioradvisor.com\">SeniorAdvisor.com<\/a>\u00a0<\/strong>to see reviews, ratings, and prices for\u00a0<strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.senioradvisor.com\/assisted-living\">assisted living<\/a><\/strong>\u00a0and more.<\/p>\n<p>If you need to talk\u00a0with a local expert about your senior care options, we\u2019re here to help. Give us a call toll-free at\u00a0<strong>(866) 592-8119<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Best Cars for Seniors Deaths, injuries and property losses result from thousands of car crashes on our nation\u2019s highways and streets every year. In 2009, the latest date for which figures are available, there were 359,000 deaths on American roadways. 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