Which small car offers good disabled access?

We currently run a Toyota Verso but my wife finds it too big and the poor turning circle puts her off driving it altogether. We want a small car that is easy for disabled access, easy to drive and park, and that will take a folded wheelchair and shopping. What can you recommend? I travel about 10,000 miles a year and value good build quality and reliability. I'd like to spend up to £12,000.

Asked on 2 November 2012 by EB, Bristol

Answered by Honest John

Perhaps a Suzuki Splash or a Vauxhall Agila - they have upright seats and simple, fast-folding rear seats that leave a flat load deck. Also consider the Hyundai i10, Kia Picanto or Chevrolet Spark.

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