{"id":149,"date":"2016-05-19T09:41:40","date_gmt":"2016-05-19T09:41:40","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/drivinglife.net\/?p=149"},"modified":"2024-01-16T19:48:45","modified_gmt":"2024-01-17T03:48:45","slug":"choose-best-car-mobility-users","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/drivinglife.net\/choose-best-car-mobility-users\/","title":{"rendered":"How To Choose The Best Car For Mobility Users?"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

What is a Mobility Vehicle?<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

A mobility vehicle, also known as a Wheelchair Accessible Van (WAN)<\/a> is a car used by a physically disabled person, with modifications made in the car such that he\/she can get into the car with ease; sit as a passenger or a driver, all by themselves without help from anyone.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

This enables them to live an independent life, just like any of us, with confidence in themselves. The seating arrangement is in such a way that the physically challenged person can get into the car with the wheelchair and drive or enjoy the ride, sitting in the rear seat.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

With several modifications that can be custom-made in the mobility vehicle, there are several factors that need to be taken care of according to the convenience and usage of the specially challenged person.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Types of Cars for Mobility Users<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

1. Sedans<\/h3>\n\n\n
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The Toyota Avalon<\/strong> has always been the most favored car among mobility users due to its wide cabin space. 2013 remodel of this car makes it even more attractive with more features such as wider seat adjustments and even wider cabin space than before. It also comes with a bigger trunk, which can enable mobility users to carry their mobility scooter.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The Toyota Prius<\/strong> also comes with wider cabin space, offering more comfort to its riders. It has an advanced feature of low-effort steering, which enables riders with lower upper body strength. It also has the feature of Keyless ignition for people with arthritis for whom it could be painful to start the car using a key.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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2. SUVs<\/h3>\n\n\n
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The Toyota Prius-V<\/strong> is the best pick in this category. It is also a fuel-efficient car with a 40mpg capacity. Its cabin is a very quiet and peaceful space due to the noise-free engine. It provides a good suspension, thus giving almost no shock while riding on bumps and bad roads, thus protecting people from spinal cord problems and enabling safe travel.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The Scion XB is a boxy style car and has been a popular choice among mobility users. It has the provision of a side ramp that can be fanned out so that the disabled person can enter and exit the car without any difficulty. It also comes with several other customization options, which give a personal touch to the rider. The only disadvantage of this vehicle is it has a low roof height, which is inconvenient for taller wheelchair users.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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3. Minivans<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Minivans are often known for their bigger cabin space than other cars and decent fuel economy.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The Toyota Sienna<\/strong> is an outstanding model in this category. It is the only vehicle in this category to offer an all-wheel drive. It is an automatically accessible seat that enables the rider to turn it by 90 degrees and get down from the car or get inside. Its height can also be lowered up to 19 inches from the ground.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The Mercedes-Benz Sprinter<\/strong> is one vehicle that offers a unique facility of high roofing for taller wheelchair users, which is not offered by many mobility vehicle models. This model also offers a good mileage compared to its Ford and GM rivals.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Ford\u2019s Transit Connect <\/strong>is another good Boxy model with taller room for heightened wheelchair users with a very wide interior space.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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4. Full-Size Vans<\/h3>\n\n\n
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Full-size mobility vans are a greater option for larger wheelchair users or for those in high-powered chairs. These vehicles offer the widest space than any other type of mobility car.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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5. Other Vehicles<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Other popular mobility vehicles are the Kangoo from Renault, Chrysler Voyager, Citroen Berlingo, Kia Sedona, and Doblo from Fiat. These are relatively smaller cars but are accompanied by similar features.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

While each type of mobility vehicle has its own advantages and disadvantages, it is always better to do minor research about each type and choose the best possible care according to a mobility user\u2019s convenience.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Vehicle Modifications for a Mobility Car<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

A normal car can be converted into a mobility car by performing certain modifications. There are two options to consider in this: either the mobility user is the driver or the passenger who sits in the rear seat and travels. The following modifications are made in the car for the two options.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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  1. When the disabled person is the driver\n