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Does the Ford B-Max offer good access for a disabled passenger?

My Motability Ford Focus comes up for renewal in September and I'd like to consider the upcoming Ford B-Max. I get pain in my left leg whenever I have to raise it, so getting into the front passenger seat of the Focus, especially lifting my left leg in, is a painful and slow exercise. I’m wondering whether the sliding rear doors on the B-Max would enable me to get into a rear seat with a bit more ease. I’m 6 feet 3 inches tall. I’d welcome your opinion, and perhaps whether you think there are any other models I might consider?

Asked on 16 June 2012 by AT, Shepperton

Answered by Honest John
See this video of the Geneva Motor Show. You'll have to be patient, but my only appearance mid-video is getting into the back of a B-Max: www.honestjohn.co.uk/news/motorshows/geneva-motor-.../

Prices were announced on 2 April from £12,995 and Powershift automatics start at £17,225.
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