What is the Best Car for a Mobility Scooter?
Travelling long distances with your mobility scooter doesn’t need to be a struggle.
There are plenty of vehicles available these days that are not only suitable for mobility scooter users, but actually have features dedicated specifically for helping you get your mobility scooter in and out of the car.
Here at Ideas In Action we have a range of mobility scooters and fold up mobility scooters.
Give us a call on 0121 371 0780 to discuss your needs.
In this article, we explain what to look out for when purchasing a new car and which models may be most suitable for you.
What to look out for
When choosing a car that will accommodate your mobility scooter, there are few things to look out for:
Does the car have a large enough boot?
Before you even consider how you’ll be getting your mobility scooter into the boot, you’ll first want to make sure there is enough room.
If you have a particularly large mobility scooter, you should only consider cars with particularly large boots — especially as you may also need to share that space with shopping bags and other items.
Does it have, or can you attach a ramp?
Ramps are ideal for quickly and easily getting your mobility scooter in and out of the boot. Check to see if the car has a ramp attachment.
Can you attach a car hoist?
Car hoists are another useful piece of equipment for helping you get your mobility scooter in and out the boot. They can be fitted to your boot and allow you to hoist your mobility scooter into the car at the touch of a button.
Once you’ve checked these things, make sure you take the car for a test drive before you purchase to make sure it’s accessible.
Which car models are most suitable?
There are a variety of cars that are accessible for mobility scooter users. Check out some of the most recommended:
Ford Tourneo Connect
This Ford model is known for its spacious and flexible interior, making it an excellent choice for mobility scooter users. With options for ramp installation and the potential for hoist attachment, the Ford Tourneo Connect provides a comfortable and convenient experience when transporting mobility scooters.
Peugeot Rifter
The Peugeot Rifter is rugged, reliable and ready for anything. With ample boot space and various configurations for ramps or hoists, this vehicle easily accomodates mobility scooters of many types.
Citroën Berlingo
The Citroën Berlingo offers a spacious interior and easy access, making transporting your mobility scooter a breeze. It features a unique combination of style, space and innovation, ensuring every journey is comfortable — even with a mobility scooter onboard.
Used cars for mobility scooters
As mobility scooters age, it’s important to consider vehicles that can accommodate them while still providing reliable transportation. Several older car models have proven to be suitable for transporting mobility scooters, offering ample space and accessibility features.
These include:
Volkswagen Touran
The Volkswagen Touran is a large family sedan with plenty of room in the boot. You can fit your mobility scooter and still have three extra seats free in the second row.
You don’t even need to open the boot by hand; the car detects when you approach and automatically raises the boot.
Skoda Octavia Estate
For a more compact form factor, the Skoda Octavia Estate might be to your taste. The vehicle features a large boot with the ability to attach a hoist.
Plus, you can fit your mobility scooter in without sacrificing rear seating.
Renault Kangoo
The Renault Kangoo, available as an electric or non-electric vehicle, features plenty of boot space with large doors for accessibility.
It has a multi-positional bulkhead that lets you make the most of the interior room without compromising passenger safety.
Ideas in Action are committed to helping you restore your independence with a range of mobility scooters. Our team is always on hand to help you find the perfect product for your needs.
Choose from our range and get insurance for total peace of mind. Plus, we offer servicing and maintenance should your mobility scooter suffer a fault — just bring it into our showroom!
Ideas in Action is based in Birmingham but serves customers throughout the West Midlands. Contact our team today to find out how we can help you.