Rivervale's Best Cars With a High Driving Position in 2019!
Looking for a car with a high driving position? There are many reasons why cars with high driving positions are currently booming;
- Improved visibility – a higher seating position massively improves the view of the road ahead and for some people it really makes all the difference and provides a feeling of safety and road presence when driving.
- Accessibility – Due to their size and body style, they are easier to get in and out of, which is convenient when you’re transporting children or a lot of passengers.
- Smooth ride – larger vehicles like SUVs are designed for driving off-road or on rough terrain. Given the condition of UK roads, these cars are also good for driving over potholes or any bumps on the road.
- Spacious interior – a high driving position allows for more headroom and legroom, making your ride feel more relaxing and comfortable for both you and your passengers.
What are the best cars with a high driving position?
There are so many to choose from....So, to help you decide we’ve compiled a list of our favourite cars with a high driving position in 2019 – from compact SUVs and MPV's to luxury off-roaders with at-the-glance information for you to compare and decide which car could be right for you…
Leasing prices £150-£300 per month
Dacia Duster
- NCAP safety rating: 3*
- MPG (combined): 45-64 mpg depending on engine
- Insurance group: 15E
- CO2 emissions: 145-155g/km depending on engine
- Boot capacity: 411-1,623
- length: 4341mm
- Width: 1804mm height: 1693mm
Standard features; Driver seat lumbar adjustment, height adjustable driver seat, height adjustable steering wheel, cruise control, rear parking camera, 7” touchscreen
Our Dacia Duster leasing prices start from £205.25 exc. VAT per month
Volvo XC40
- NCAP safety rating: 5*
- MPG (combined): 29-24mpg depending on engine
- Insurance group:23E-29E depending on model
- CO2 emissions: 142g/km
- Boot capacity: 577-1,336
- length: 1,658mm
- Width: 1,910mm Height: 1,658
Standard features: Passenger seat adjustable for lumbar support, driver seat/tilt/lumbar adjustment, height/reach adjustable steering column, 9” touchscreen, rear park assist
Our Volvo XC40 leasing prices start from £278.46 exc. VAT per month
Mini Countryman
- NCAP safety rating: 5*
- MPG (combined): 47.9mpg
- Insurance group: 18E
- CO2 emissions: 134g/km
- Boot capacity: 450
- length: 4,299mm
- Width: 1,822mm
- Height: 1,557mm
Standard features: FM tuner and DAB digital radio, 16” alloy wheels, Anti-lock braking system (ABS), Rear parking distance control, passenger seat height adjuster, driver seat height adjuster
Our Mini Countryman leasing prices start from £237.36 exc. VAT per month
Mitsubishi Outlander
- NCAP safety rating: 5*
- MPG (combined): 159.5mpg
- Insurance group: 22E-27E depending on model
- CO2 emissions: 142g/km
- Boot capacity: 463
- Length: 4,695mm
- Width: 1,810mm
- Height: 1,710mm
Standard features: 8 way electric adjustable driver seats, instrument display with digital meters, DAB digital radio, 18” alloys, 360 degree parking camera
Skoda Kodiaq
- NCAP safety rating: 5*
- MPG (combined): 32-46mpg depending on model
- Insurance group: 24E
- CO2 emissions: 162g/km
- Boot capacity: 630
- Length: 4,697mm
- Width:2,087mm
- Height: 1,676mm
Standard features: Electrically adjustable front seats with lumbar support and memory function, manually adjustable steering column, DAB digital radio, cruise control, 19” alloy wheels
Our Skoda Kodiaq leasing prices start from £286.70 exc. VAT per month
Seat Alhambra
- NCAP safety rating: 5*
- MPG (combined): 43-56mpg depending on model
- Insurance group: 20E-21E depending on model
- CO2 emissions: 153g/km
- Boot capacity: 267 litres
- Length: 4,854mm
- Width: 1,904
- Height: 1,720
Standard features: 6.5” touchscreen, voice control system, 17” alloy wheels, driver seat height adjustment, driver’s electric adjustable lumbar support, height/reach adjust steering wheel
- NCAP safety rating: 5*
- #MPG (combined): 44.1mpg
- Insurance group: 44E
- CO2 emissions: 168g/km
- Boot capacity: 640-1,820
- Length: 4,947mm
- Width: 2,065mm
- Height: 1,497mm
Standard features: four way partially front electric seat adjustment, electric height/reach adjustable steering column, electric panoramic glass sunroof, Mercedes connect me, touchpad with control wheel
Our Mercedes-Benz E Class leasing prices start from £601.96 exc. VAT per month
Leasing prices £400-£500 per month
- NCAP safety rating: 5*
- MPG (combined): 29.4
- Insurance group: 35E
- CO2 emissions: 222g/km
- Boot capacity: 258-2,406
- Length: 4,970mm
- Width: 2,220mm
- Height: 1,888mm
Standard features: Manually adjustable steering column, front and rear parking aid, adaptive cruise control with steering assist, 19” alloy wheels, intelligent automatic front and rear windscreen
Our Land Rover Discovery leasing prices start from £625.61 exc. VAT per month
Our Top Pick
- NCAP safety rating: 5*
- MPG (combined): 53.3
- Insurance group: 32E
- CO2 emissions: 140g/km
- Length: 4,669mm
- Width: 2,096mm
- Height: 1,644mm
Standard Features: A 5 door 5 seat SUV/Crossover vehicle with an excellent saftey rating. There are 3 models to choose from, and options including Sat Nav, bluetooth, alloy wheels, DAB, leather and cruise control.
Our Mercedes GLC Leasing Prices Start From £555.07 exc. VAT per month
