What is the best used SUV for tall drivers under $20,000?

Best overall: a 2017–2018 Subaru Forester is the best used SUV choice for many tall drivers under $20,000. It has an upright seating position, excellent outward visibility, generous front headroom, and a boxy cabin that tends to feel less cramped than many compact SUVs.

If you want more space, also shop a 2014–2016 Toyota Highlander or 2016–2019 Ford Flex. If you want better fuel economy and an easy-to-own compact SUV, look at a 2017–2018 Honda CR-V.

Before buying, sit in the exact vehicle for at least 10–15 minutes and check: seat travel, steering-wheel reach, thigh support, headroom with a sunroof, and whether your knees clear the center console and dashboard.