Need Car Ideas for Mum.
So my mum currently drives a 2012 santa fe, which is now unfortunately becoming a liability.
My dad wants to swap cars due to it being uncomfortable to drive but thats just a thought. She doesnt really know what she wants.
Was hoping this could provide some car ideas to go look for.
She likes the driving and seating position (armchair like, as if your sat at the dinner tableš¤£) of the santa fe. The dashboard also has to be low slung else she feels claustrophobic, and the massive wing mirrors (this is more of a wish than a need). She wants to be in a high position as it gives her more view around her giving her more confidence when driving.
Cars which are already a no -
Xc40 - too low
Qashqai - too low.
Ds 7 - too much dash. Couldnt see bonney from car
Kolias - liked but too big.
XC60 - more like an estate than suv. Not upright enough.
She likes the xc90 but above budget.
If anyone can help throw ideas out to help me out. Really struggling for what to suggest. Really she needs to go and sit in a load of different cars but when we go to the massive car dealers they dont have many options which doesnt help. Knowing what could be a better fit would be very very helpful beforehand.
I dont expect much but will be grateful for anything to go and try.
Thanks.
Posted Sep 21, 2026, 6:13 PM UTC