Quick Facts About Vehicles for Tall People
- Tall drivers must weigh headroom, legroom, windshield height, and more.
- If a taller driver prefers a sunroof, a test drive may help determine if the vehicle presents any head bumps.
- The best all-around vehicles for tall drivers include several you might expect and a few surprises.
Carmakers strive to engineer one-size-fits-all vehicles, but it’s an impossible goal. It doesn’t work any better with cars, trucks, and SUVs than it does with baseball caps. People on the extreme edges of the height bell curve must simply make do. The task, then, for those on the far end of the curve, is to determine which are the best cars for tall people. We can help.
We polled some taller drivers around Kelley Blue Book’s halls for their thoughts. At 6 feet 4 inches tall, senior editor Michael Young (also known as Mike “Danger”) has tallied plenty of bruised knees and head bumps over the years climbing in and out of cars. His insights and that of Andy Bornhop, a retired senior editor from KBB, reveal to those of us in the middle of the height curve some of the compromises tall people must settle for when picking a vehicle.
Armed with these revelations and automakers’ model specifications, we created our picks for the best cars for tall people.
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Choosing a Car for a Tall Person Is Not an Easy Task
Those of us in the middle of the height bell curve usually don’t need to think much about headroom, maximum legroom, and windshield height. However, those are the first things a tall driver must consider. Sadly, for taller people, the issues for selecting a car don’t end there.
Even if a driver can properly adjust the driver’s seat so one’s legs are comfortable, Bornhop pointed out that often, the steering wheel won’t telescope out far enough for a tall person’s comfortable reach. Likewise, when the driver’s seat is positioned for comfort, often the side mirrors don’t offer sufficient adjustment to provide a decent view of the car’s flanks.
And then there’s some head bumping with sunroofs, which are horrible for headroom. That’s why it’s best for a taller person to check the headroom around a sunroof. Better yet, set up a test drive for all the considerations below.
What Are a Tall Driver’s Basic Considerations?
- Front-seat legroom: Is there enough legroom to be comfortable while driving?
- Front-seat headroom: Can you assume a normal driving position without your head brushing the headliner?
- Tilt-and-telescopic steering wheel: Is there sufficient adjustment to avoid a locked-elbow driving position?
- Windshield height: Can you see traffic lights without ducking to see under the windshield header?
- Side mirror adjustment: Do mirrors provide enough adjustment to position them out to the car’s flanks?
- Moonroofs and sunroofs: Will that loss of one or two inches of headroom put your head against the ceiling?
Best New Cars and SUVs for Tall People
When discussing car comfort, any tall person will assure you that the size of the vehicle does matter. The trend toward crossovers, SUVs, and pickup trucks during the last 10 years has improved the vehicle-buying prospects of taller drivers. Also, because they tend to be boxy, full-size trucks and SUVs often have taller windshields.
Full-size sedans are another class of vehicles offering extra room for tall drivers. Although Ford, General Motors, and Stellantis (Dodge and Chrysler) stopped making large sedans, not every automaker abandoned this type of vehicle. We included a couple of larger sedans among our picks.
Surprisingly, some smaller cars on our list are capable of accommodating tall drivers. They may prove a little tougher to get into and out of than a large car or SUV, but they provide a remarkable amount of headroom and legroom once seated inside.
These vehicles are ranked based on the amount of room they offer. We separated them into three categories: the vehicles with the best all-around room, headroom, and legroom. The next category is our picks for tall drivers who carry their height in their torsos, thus prioritizing headroom over legroom. The third category contains vehicles for long-legged drivers and those who seek out vehicles with excellent legroom. Although we heavily weighted the driver’s headroom and legroom, some subjectivity seeped into our picks. Note: All prices include destination charges.
Best All-Around Room
1. 2025 Chevrolet Tahoe
Price: $60,995 | Expert Rating: 4.7
Front headroom: 42.3 inches
Front legroom: 44.5 inches
As far as the driver’s headroom and legroom are concerned, you can lump the Chevy Suburban and both of the GMC Yukon models in with the Chevy Tahoe. In addition to these models’ impressive front-seat legroom, the third-row legroom in the Tahoe (34.9 inches) is better than average. However, the longer Suburban and Yukon XL give about two more inches to stretch in the last row.
Completely redesigned in 2021 and refreshed for 2025, the Tahoe retained its truck-based construction. It’s also more comfortable than ever. It’s loaded with connectivity tech and delivers an EPA-estimated 20 mpg on the highway with its base V8. See Chevrolet Tahoe models for sale near you
2. 2025 GMC Sierra 1500 Crew Cab
Price: $45,995 | Expert Rating: 4.3
Front headroom: 43 inches
Front legroom: 44.5 inches
The Chevy Silverado1500 Crew Cab has the same dimensions as the GMC Sierra. Actually, the more affordable Double Cab versions with narrower second-row doors also provide the same front-seat headroom and legroom. However, the Crew Cab has roughly eight inches more rear-seat legroom.
As with all full-size pickups, the Sierra offers a wide variety of engine choices. The base engine is a 2.7-liter turbocharged 4-cylinder, delivering an EPA-estimated 21 mpg on the highway. If you want better fuel economy from your Sierra, the Sierra EV shares showroom space.
The price here is for the most affordable, base model Sierra Pro Crew Cab. It does have Bluetooth connectivity and a few other amenities. To begin adding some popular content means adding options or spending another $8,000 for the SLE trim. See GMC Sierra models for sale near you
3. 2025 Buick Enclave
Price: $46,495 | Expert Rating: N/R
Front headroom: 42.6 inches
Front legroom: 44.3 inches
Buick fully redesigned the Enclave for 2025, which is why we have yet to assign it an Expert Rating. The Chevrolet Traverse and GMC Acadia share some DNA with the Buick Enclave, headroom and legroom being among the shared attributes. At 32.1 inches, the Enclave’s third-row legroom is about average. In addition to its wide-open spaces, we’ve always liked the Enclave for its comfy seating, quiet cabin, and list of standard features, like an 8-way power-adjustable driver’s seat, tri-zone automatic climate control, and Apple CarPlay and Android Auto integration. In addition, 4G LTE Wi-Fi capability is included. A 2.5-liter turbocharged 4-cylinder engine paired with a 9-speed automatic transmission delivers an EPA-estimated 23 mpg in mixed city-and-highway driving. See Buick Enclave models for sale near you
4. 2025 GMC Canyon
Price: $39,995 | Expert Rating: 4.5
Front headroom: 40.3 inches
Front legroom: 45.2 inches
The recently redesigned Canyon’s front legroom is the best among our truck and SUV picks. It’s especially impressive, considering how much headroom and legroom are available in a midsize truck. You can group the Chevy Colorado with the GMC Canyon for the sake of this list, as they share interior dimensions — and they are all crew cab models. Even the 2025 base truck comes with a suite of safety and driver-aid tech like automatic emergency braking, lane-keeping assist, high-beam assist, and more.
The Canyon is available with a 310-horsepower version of the 2.7-liter turbocharged 4-cylinder that motivates the Colorado. An 8-speed automatic transmission hustles engine torque to the wheels.
A power-adjustable driver’s seat, an 11.3-inch touchscreen, Apple CarPlay, Android Auto, and two USB ports are standard.
See GMC Canyon models for sale near you
5. 2025 Nissan Pathfinder
Price: $38,460 | Expert Rating: 4.1
Front headroom: 42.3 inches
Front legroom: 44.3 inches
A 3-row midsize SUV, the Nissan Pathfinder has carved out a space for those who need a bit more towing capability (up to 6,000 pounds) and want some git-er-done attitude. Its Rock Creek edition spools up the Pathfinder’s off-road creds, too. Pathfinder’s EZ Flex second-row seats render the task of accessing the third row among the most convenient of any SUV.
A V6 delivers 284 hp to the front or all the wheels via a 9-speed automatic transmission. In the base S trim priced here, that’s good for an estimated 23 mpg in combined driving.
Every Pathfinder comes with a suite of advanced safety tech like blind-spot monitoring, rear cross-traffic alert with automatic braking, and lane departure warning. See Nissan Pathfinder models for sale near you
6. 2025 Ford Expedition
Price: $63,995 | Expert Rating: N/R
Front headroom: 41.8 inches
Front legroom: 43.9 inches
We could have just as easily featured the Expedition Max or Lincoln Navigator here. The front headroom and legroom are the same in the Max and nearly the same in the Navigator. Ford redesigned the Expedition for 2025, which is why we have yet to assign it an Expert Rating. However, we do know the front headroom is only slightly revised while the front legroom remains the same.
“Being 6-foot-4, the Ford Expedition provides an ample amount of room and then some,” said Michael Young, a senior editor of video and car reviewer at Kelley Blue Book.
Like the Tahoe, the Ford Expedition is truck-based, meaning it’s more rugged and can tow more than car-based SUVs. When appropriately equipped, maximum towing is 9,600 pounds. The 5-seat, entry-level Active trim comes standard with Ford’s Co-Pilot360 suite of driver aids with tech, such as blind-spot monitoring and forward emergency braking. A 400-hp turbocharged V6 powers the Expedition. See Ford Expedition models for sale near you
7. 2025 Ford Bronco 4-Door
Price: $39,890 | Expert Rating: 4.2
Front headroom: 40.8 inches (hardtop)/43.3 inches (soft-top)
Front legroom: 43.1 inches
The Bronco’s entry-level price dropped roughly $2,000 for 2025 because Ford reintroduced the Base trim, which was missing in action in 2024.
Although the 2-door Ford Bronco loses a couple of inches of headroom to the 4-door, the front legroom is the same. Every Bronco uses 4-wheel drive (4WD) motivated by either the more popular turbocharged 4-cylinder engine or a twin-turbo V6. Both post an estimated 20 mpg combined. You can even get a manual transmission with the 4-cylinder. When you feel like going native, the doors and roof are removable.
Even the base Bronco comes with lots of features like a 12-inch infotainment touchscreen, remote keyless entry, push-button start, automatic emergency braking, and high-beam assist. See Ford Bronco models for sale near you
Best Headroom
1. 2025 Volkswagen Atlas
Price: $39,625 | Expert Rating: 4.0
Front headroom: 41.3 inches
Front legroom: 41.7 inches
Refreshed for 2024, the Volkswagen Atlas is tall, with a large glass greenhouse providing excellent visibility. With three rows of seats, it can hold up to seven people. Volkswagen chose to leave it alone pretty much for 2025. Access to the rear seat in the Atlas, often an afterthought in other SUVs, is engineered for taller people. So is the impressive third-row room, which is above average for the midsize class.
A 2.0-liter turbocharged 4-cylinder engine delivers an EPA-estimated 23 mpg combined city-and-highway driving. You lose an estimated mile per gallon in city, highway, and combined ratings if you opt for all-wheel drive (AWD).
Some standard features include LED exterior lights, rain-sensing wipers, a 6.5-inch touchscreen, Apple CarPlay, and Android Auto. Among the standard driver aids are forward collision warning with emergency braking and a blind-spot monitor. See Volkswagen Atlas models for sale near you
2. 2025 Subaru Ascent
Price: $40,330 | Expert Rating 4.2
Front headroom: 41.2 inches
Front legroom: 42.2 inches
Subaru updated the Ascent last year with more technology and a few styling enhancements. As Subaru’s largest SUV, the Ascent delivers scads of legroom as well as impressive headroom. Moreover, it boasts standard all-wheel drive, solid resale value, and 22 mpg in combined city-and-highway driving. Oh, and it can seat up to eight in its three rows of seats or seven with its available second-row captain’s chairs. There are plenty of reasons Subaru owners are rabidly loyal.
Sourcing its go from a 260-hp 4-cylinder engine, the Ascent has sufficient oomph even when loaded with passengers or cargo. Its ride is smooth and reasonably quiet. Subaru arms every Ascent with a range of advanced safety technologies like automatic emergency braking, lane-keeping assist, adaptive cruise control, and more.
The infotainment touchscreen is a generous 11.6 inches. It supports satellite radio capability, wireless Apple CarPlay, and wireless Android Auto. See Subaru Ascent models for sale near you.
3. 2025 Nissan Leaf
Price: $29,280 | Expert Rating: 3.9
Front headroom: 41.2 inches
Front legroom: 42.1 inches
While it has the most headroom of any car among our picks, the Nissan Leaf falls near the middle in legroom. An electric vehicle (EV), the Leaf S delivers a government-estimated 123 MPGe in the city and 99 MPGe on the highway. Its standard range on a full charge is 149 miles. The Leaf SV Plus increases that range to 212 miles.
Even the base Leaf S comes well equipped with 16-inch alloy wheels, an 8-inch touchscreen with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, four USB ports, satellite radio capability, 10 airbags, and automatic climate control.
Among the driver-aid technologies are forward collision warning with emergency braking, rear automatic braking, blind-spot monitor, rear cross-traffic alert, and high-beam assist. See Nissan Leaf models for sale near you
4. 2025 Nissan Rogue
Price: $30,620 | Expert Rating: 4.3
Front headroom: 41.1 inches
Front legroom: 41.5 inches
You may think a 3-cylinder engine is a bit small even for a compact SUV, but in the Nissan Rogue, it generates 201 hp. The really good news, though, is it delivers a class-leading estimated 33 mpg in combined driving. Not only does Rogue provide generous legroom and headroom, but it also features Nissan’s wonderful Zero Gravity front seats. Oh, and it has above-average cargo room for its class.
Although the entry-level Rogue isn’t brimming with standard features, it’s not bare-bones either. Auto on/off LED headlights, cloth seating, push-button start, power windows, power side mirrors, keyless remote locks, and rear-park assist are among the convenience features. Moreover, Rogue delivers a wide array of advanced safety tech like automatic emergency braking, blind-spot monitoring, high-beam assist, and more. See Nissan Rogue models for sale near you
5. 2025 Genesis G80
Price: $58,450 | Expert Rating 4.6
Front headroom: 40.9 inches/39.0 inches (sunroof)
Front legroom: 42.2 inches
Genesis continues to strive to reinforce its position within the ranks of luxury brands. Its G80 plants the Genesis flag in the midsize luxury sedan segment. It comes with a wide range of standard equipment, including 12-way power-adjustable and heated front seats. A new-for-2025 27-inch OLED display houses the touchscreen anchoring the Genesis G80’s infotainment system featuring Apple CarPlay and Android Auto. Adaptive cruise control, forward emergency braking, blind-spot monitor, and high-beam assist, among other driver aids, come standard.
Delivering a luxury car ride, the G80 is a pleasure to pilot. All-wheel drive is standard. The G80 delivers an EPA-estimated 24 mpg in mixed city-and-highway driving with its 2.5-liter turbocharged 4-cylinder engine. You can upgrade to a 3.5-liter turbocharged V6. Genesis also markets an Electrified G80 EV version that is only available in certain states. See Genesis G80 models for sale near you
6. 2025 Kia Niro
Price: $28,385 | Expert Rating: 4.5
Front headroom: 40.5 inches
Front legroom: 41.5 inches
Another best-headroom contender snatched from the electrified roster, the Kia Niro comes as a hybrid (HEV), a plug-in hybrid (PHEV), and an EV. In fact, Kia doesn’t even offer the Niro with a gasoline-only powertrain. Nope. When tagged as simply the Niro, it’s a hybrid good for 53 mpg in the city, 54 mpg on the highway, and 53 mpg in combined driving.
Defying pigeonholing, the Niro isn’t quite a hatchback, nor is it quite a small crossover. The government classifies it as a small station wagon, but it’s not that either. Oh well. However you categorize it, the Niro offers ample front headroom while still delivering excellent legroom. Second-row legroom is a generous 39.8 inches to boot.
Propulsion for the Niro is in the form of a 139-horsepower 1.6-liter engine mated to a self-charging electric motor. It only comes with front-wheel drive (FWD). Roomy and comfortable, the cabin is nicely equipped. Kia also arms it with a wide array of advanced safety technologies. And, of course, it boasts Kia’s 10-year/100,000-mile powertrain warranty. See Kia Niro models for sale near you
Best Legroom
1. 2025 Kia K5
Price: $28,365 | Expert Rating: 4.5
Front headroom: 40.2 inches
Front legroom: 46.1 inches
The Kia K5 is a midsize sedan with a spacious, well-executed interior. Its 46.1 inches of legroom up front is the best of any vehicle on this list.
Delivering an EPA-rated 37 mpg on the highway, the K5’s base engine is a 2.5-liter 4-cylinder that delivers an estimated 30 mpg in combined driving. Output reaches the front wheels via an 8-speed automatic transmission. All-wheel drive is available.
Even the entry-level LXS comes with 16-inch alloy wheels, dual-zone automatic climate control, a side-by-side 12-inch digital cluster and 12.3-inch infotainment display, Android Auto, Apple CarPlay, forward collision warning with emergency braking, lane-keeping assist, lane-following assist, and high-beam assist. See Kia K5 models for sale near you
2. 2025 Nissan Versa
Price: $18,330 | Expert Rating: 4.2
Front headroom: 39.5 inches
Front legroom: 44.5 inches
More evidence that a car doesn’t need to be huge on the outside or expensive to deliver accommodations for taller people, the Nissan Versa impresses with its thoughtful use of interior space. With solid headroom and the second-best front-seat legroom among the sedans on our list, the Versa shines. The uber-low listed price is a Versa with a 5-speed manual transmission. Opting for the continuously variable automatic transmission (CVT) will set you back $1,800. That total still barely crosses the $20,000 mark.
Here’s what Andy Bornhop said after a family holiday trip in the car: “The Versa may be compact, but it recently accommodated my unusually tall family surprisingly well. Son Andrew (6-foot-7) rode shotgun while I drove. Both of us had plenty of headroom. Wife Patty (5-foot-4) took the spot behind me, while the other son, Thomas (6-foot-2), sat behind his brother. Because I had my seat all the way back, Patty did struggle a bit with her feet as she got out of the Versa. But, that’s a minor complaint on a car that reminded me of just how pleasant and accommodating a compact sedan can be.”
Go comes from a 1.6-liter 4-cylinder engine and a choice of manual or automatic transmission. Mileage is 30 mpg in combined driving, which jumps to 35 mpg with the automatic. The S base trim has basic convenience features like power windows and door locks, as well as a 7-inch touchscreen, automatic emergency braking, and lane departure warning. See Nissan Versa models for sale near you
3. 2025 Nissan Kicks Play
Price: $22,910 | Expert Rating: 4.2
Front headroom: 40.4 inches
Front legroom: 43.7 inches
Yep, it’s another Nissan. This time, it’s the value-packed Kicks Play. Although at 33.4 inches, the rear legroom might be a little tight for those towering over six feet tall, the front headroom and legroom are surprisingly abundant. The Kicks Play is a slightly more affordable alternative to the 2025 Nissan Kicks. It’s actually the base S trim of the 2024 Kicks. By the way, it provides more front-seat headroom and legroom than the redesigned Kicks.
We wish Nissan packed a little more under the hood of the Kicks Play. It makes do with a 122-horsepower 1.6-liter 4-cylinder engine matched to an automatic (CVT) transmission. Government-estimated highway mileage is 36 mpg. Nissan only offers Kicks Play with FWD.
Nissan loads up the Kicks Play with an array of advanced safety tech like automatic emergency braking, blind-spot monitoring, and more. Some surprising features at this price point are proximity keyless entry with push-button start, high-beam assist, and safety alerts transmitted through the steering wheel.
We think tall drivers on a budget certainly should check out the Kicks Play. See Nissan Kicks Play models for sale near you
4. 2025 Toyota Prius
Price: $29,485 | Expert Rating: 4.8
Front headroom: 38.0 inches
Front legroom: 43.2 inches
The 2025 Toyota Prius delivers exceptional fuel economy (57 mpg in mixed city-and-highway driving), which is why it made this list over some models with slightly more head and legroom. Well, that and we like its looks, too. We argue that this hybrid’s interior also features a better-than-average user-friendly design. In fact, we are so smitten with its most recent redesign that we recognized Prius as a rookie of the year with our Best New Model of 2024 award.
Standard equipment includes a full bundle of advanced driver assist technologies like full-speed adaptive cruise control, lane departure warning with steering assist, and automatic emergency braking. Among the other standard features are an 8-inch infotainment touchscreen, automatic climate control, and six USB-C ports. See Toyota Prius models for sale near you
5. 2025 Subaru Outback
Price: $30,430 | Expert Rating: 4.6
Front headroom: 40.1 inches
Front legroom: 42.8 inches
The second of three Subaru models among our picks, the Outback benefited from a freshening last year. It’s still difficult for us not to think of the Outback as a wagon rather than the SUV it’s grown into. Driving this nimble all-wheel-drive machine doesn’t do much to reinforce the idea that it’s an SUV. Despite its high driving position, the Outback is responsive in its handling and carlike in its ride. Taller drivers should have no issue with establishing a comfortable driving position.
Most grades use an 182-hp 4-cylinder engine to generate thrust and an automatic transmission to spin all four wheels. Subaru incorporates its X-Mode into its software, which adds hill-descent control and monitors wheel grip to move torque to the wheels with traction. Even with its standard all-wheel drive, the Outback delivers 28 mpg in combined city-and-highway driving. A more powerful turbocharged 4-cylinder engine is available.
A suite of standard advanced safety technologies, such as automatic emergency braking, lane-centering, adaptive cruise control, and more, is included.
The price listed is for the base model; however, we suggest spending a couple of grand more for the value-packed Premium trim. It adds goodies like a power-adjustable driver’s seat, dual-zone automatic climate control, and much more. See Subaru Outback models for sale near you
6. 2025 Subaru Legacy
Price: $26,380 | Expert Rating: 4.0
Front headroom: 39.4 inches
Front legroom: 42.8 inches
For the money, it’s tough for taller drivers to find a more well-rounded car. The Subaru Legacy is among the most affordable midsize sedans. Moreover, even with standard all-wheel drive, the Legacy gets a whopping EPA-estimated 30 mpg in combined city-and-highway driving from its 2.5-liter 4-cylinder engine. Subaru’s Lineartronic CVT transfers power to the wheels.
Although we recommend spending an extra $2,300 for the Premium grade, the Base version comes with adaptive cruise control, lane centering, lane departure warning, forward collision warning with emergency braking, and high-beam assist.
Apple CarPlay and Android Auto are also standard. But stepping up to the Premium grade adds a 10-way, power-adjustable driver’s seat, dual-zone automatic climate control, an 11.6-inch touchscreen, and more. If a new Legacy is your jam, buy it now. Subaru will terminate its production at the end of this year. See Subaru Legacy models for sale near you
7. 2025 Kia EV6
Price: $44,000 (estimated) | Expert Rating: 4.5
Front headroom: 39.0 inches
Front legroom: 42.4 inches
With its fast charging capability, free charging, and 319 miles of estimated maximum range, the Kia EV6 is an inviting pick for EV shoppers in general and long-legged ones in particular. All-wheel drive is achieved by adding a second motor to the rear axle. It is available for the lower two trims and standard for the top grade.
It’s no surprise the EV6 is quiet; however, the quiet is amplified by the smooth ride. Dominating the dashboard is a 12.3-inch curved digital gauge cluster paired with a 12.3-inch infotainment touchscreen. Navigation and Wi-Fi hotspot capability are standard.
Every new EV6 arrives with Kia’s Drive Wise bundle of safety and driver-aid technologies. For example, blind-spot monitoring, lane-keeping assist, high-beam assist, automatic emergency braking, adaptive cruise control, and more are included. It even provides the semi-autonomous Highway Driving Assist that accelerates, brakes, and steers the EV6 under certain conditions. The 2025 model gets a styling refresh, as well as longer range, but you can get the same leg- and headroom in the 2024 model. See Kia EV6 models for sale near you
8. 2025 Lexus ES
Price: $43,215 | Expert Rating: 4.7
Front headroom: 37.5 inches
Front legroom: 42.4 inches
Fulfilling the role of a roomy, comfy midsize sedan for the Lexus lineup, the Lexus ES features sharp styling and the availability of all-wheel drive. The second-row seat is spacious, too, with plenty of legroom.
The $43,215 base price is for the ES 250 with a 2.5-liter 4-cylinder engine and all-wheel drive or an ES 350 with a 3.5-liter V6 and front-wheel drive. The EPA-estimated combined city-and-highway fuel economy for the ES 250 is 28 mpg, and 25 mpg for the ES 350. The ES 300h hybrid earns up to 44 mpg.
Every ES comes with forward collision warning with emergency braking, lane-keeping assist, adaptive cruise control, high-beam assist, lane departure alert, and lane-tracing assist. Apple CarPlay and Android Auto are also standard. See Lexus ES models for sale near you
9. 2025 Honda Accord
Price: $29,445 | Expert Rating: 4.8
Front headroom: 39.5 inches
Front legroom: 42.3 inches
The Honda Accord earned our Midsize Car Best Buy of 2024 award, the ninth time it earned that accolade. In addition to the Honda Accord’s impressive headroom and legroom, its base 1.5-liter turbocharged 4-cylinder engine turns in an estimated 32 mpg in combined driving. Upper trim levels get a hybrid powertrain, which is good for an estimated 48 mpg combined.
In the base LX, a self-opening trunk, automatic climate control, 7-inch touchscreen, Apple CarPlay, and Android Auto are all standard.
Every Accord comes with the Honda Sensing suite of driver aids, which includes forward collision warning with emergency braking, lane-keeping assist, and adaptive cruise control with low-speed follow. See Honda Accord models for sale near you
10. 2025 Honda Civic
Price: $25,400 Expert Rating: 4.7
Front headroom: 39.3 inches
Front legroom: 42.3 inches
Basically, the Honda Civic and Accord share front headroom and legroom numbers. That might surprise you. It did us. However, it shouldn’t surprise anyone that we named the Civic our Compact Car Best Buy for 2025. The Accord does have roughly three inches more rear-seat legroom than the Civic.
Not only can the Civic accommodate tall drivers, but its base price also includes a rich array of standard features, like the Honda Sensing suite of driver aids.
“I’m pleasantly surprised that the Civic can offer this much space for a 6-foot-4-inch tall guy like me,” said Young, the Kelley Blue Book reviewer. “With good legroom, features, and entry price, it could pose as a good alternative to spending more on an Accord.”
There are two Civic engines to choose from. A 192-horsepower turbocharged 4-cylinder engine comes standard and delivers 36 mpg in combined driving. A 200-horsepower hybrid is also available with an estimated combined mileage of 49 mpg. See Honda Civic models for sale near you
Best Used Cars and SUVs for Tall People
We could have as easily called this section the best out-of-production cars for tall people, as carmakers retired some of these models. If your budget can’t accommodate a new vehicle, these are used ones with loads of head- and legroom.
Roomy Used SUVs
1. 2018-2020 Nissan Rogue
Front headroom: 41.6 inches
Front legroom: 43.0 inches
The Nissan Rogue is a compact SUV with an impressively roomy cabin. The Rogue was all-new for 2021, but you can look to the previous generation for more space for the driver and front passenger. See used Nissan Rogue models for sale near you
2. 2016-2019 Ford Flex
Front headroom: 41.8 inches
Front legroom: 42.6 inches
The Flex was a 3-row SUV with a boxy retro-wagon shape that allowed for excellent headroom and shoulder space. The second row is nearly as roomy as the first. See used Ford Flex models for sale near you
3. 2019-2023 Subaru Forester
Front headroom: 41.2 inches
Front legroom: 43.3 inches
Subaru’s compact SUV was all-new for 2019. With this generation, Subaru redesigned the interior, making terrific use of the space and creating a lot of room. See used Subaru Forester models for sale near you
4. 2013-2015 Honda Pilot
Front headroom: 40.0 inches
Front legroom: 41.4 inches
Big, comfortable, and reliable, the 2013-2015 Honda Pilot is a spacious midsize SUV choice. See used Honda Pilot models for sale near you
5. 2017-2023 Chevrolet Equinox
Front headroom: 40.9 inches (2017)/40.0 inches (2018-2023)
Front legroom: 41.2 inches (2017)/40.9 inches (2018-2023)
The Chevy Equinox is known as one of the more comfortable compact SUVs on the market. One of the reasons for this is the impressive interior space, which is a real asset for taller drivers. However, Chevy updated the Equinox in 2018 with a touch less room up front. See used Chevrolet Equinox models for sale near you
Roomy Used Cars
1. 2016-2020 Cadillac CT6
Front headroom: 40.2 inches
Front legroom: 46.4 inches
American-made with lots of standard features, this is a large sedan you can pick up at a bargain price. See used Cadillac CT6 models for sale near you
2. 2017-2020 Chevrolet Impala
Front headroom: 39.9 inches
Front legroom: 45.8 inches
This is a terrific-looking big car sacrificed on the altar of SUVs. If you find one, it will be more than affordable. See used Chevrolet Impala models for sale near you
3. 2016-2020 Kia Optima
Front headroom: 39.8 inches
Front legroom: 45.5 inches
A perennial favorite of ours, the Optima is a roomy midsize sedan with plenty of standard technology. See used Kia Optima models for sale near you
4. 2015-2016 Hyundai Equus
Front headroom: 38.7 inches
Front legroom: 45.1 inches
This large premium sedan has plenty of passenger space and luxury trappings. See used Hyundai Equus models for sale near you
5. 2013-2015 Scion xB
Front headroom: 40.0 inches
Front legroom: 40.7 inches
The Scion xB delivers solid fuel economy, excellent reliability, and plenty of interior room. Shop carefully, and you’ll wind up with an affordable gem. See used Scion xB models for sale near you
6. 2017-2020 Honda Fit
Front headroom: 39.5 inches
Front legroom: 41.4 inches
From the curb, the Fit doesn’t look particularly inviting for someone over six feet tall, but it is. With a starting price under $18,000 when new, used ones are wonderfully affordable. See used Honda Fit models for sale near you
7. 2016-2019 Nissan Versa Note
Front headroom: 40.8 inches
Front legroom: 41.3 inches
Another car with more space on the inside than its exterior suggests, the Nissan Versa Note is a bargain used. See used Nissan Versa Note models for sale near you
Best All-Around Room
- 2025 Chevrolet Tahoe
- 2025 GMC Sierra 1500 Crew Cab
- 2025 Buick Enclave
- 2025 GMC Canyon
- 2025 Nissan Pathfinder
- 2025 Ford Expedition
- 2025 Ford Bronco
Best Headroom
- 2025 Volkswagen Atlas
- 2025 Subaru Ascent
- 2025 Nissan Leaf
- 2025 Nissan Rogue
- 2025 Genesis G80
- 2025 Kia Niro
Best Legroom
- 2025 Kia K5
- 2025 Nissan Versa
- 2025 Nissan Kicks Play
- 2025 Toyota Prius
- 2025 Subaru Outback
- 2025 Subaru Legacy
- 2025 Kia EV6
- 2025 Lexus ES
- 2025 Honda Accord
- 2025 Honda Civic
Roomy Used SUVs
- 2018-2020 Nissan Rogue
- 2016-2019 Ford Flex
- 2019-2023 Subaru Forester
- 2013-2015 Honda Pilot
- 2017-2023 Chevrolet Equinox
Roomy Used Cars
- 2016-2020 Cadillac CT6
- 2017-2020 Chevrolet Impala
- 2016-2020 Kia Optima
- 2015-2016 Hyundai Equus
- 2013-2015 Scion xB
- 2017-2020 Honda Fit
- 2016-2019 Nissan Versa Note
