This is a hot take but I think sedans/wagons are more comfortable than SUVs, because there's less road noise/bounce.

Our Outback is surprisingly very comfortable. We have done 9 hour road trips (that were supposed to be 7, but got stuck in traffic). Heated leather seats (front and back seat) and steering wheel, plus adapted/assisted cruise control really help. The driver's seat has an extender to support your legs on long drives.

We also have a Lexus and I much prefer the Outback, but I think it's because I like lower to the ground vehicles. YMMV.

Bottom line-- upgraded packages help with comfort. I also agree with PP that it can be personal preference so test drive.

My parents' Audis are also super comfortable.

Not a Tesla.

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Anonymous wrote:Porsche Macan. Also greatly reduces driving fatigue.

Yeah but then you’re uncomfortable the whole time thinking about how you’re a douchebag who bought a Porsche but it’s a Macan. 😆

No not really. It’s a lot better vs the Buick you are stuck in.

XC40 owner again. One more piece of info from me.
I had an XC40 for three years on lease. Liked it so much I bought the same car with a nicer color and the premium radio when my lease ran out. And they gave me a great deal on the purchase because they wanted the leased car back to sell as a used car.

My Volvo XC40. Much prefer it to my wife’s similar sized Mercedes.

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I second a Tesla with self driving. I never liked the self driving until a couple of months ago. It has improved a LOT with all of the updates.

Not having to concentrate on steering and feet not being engaged is a game changer for long trips.

There was another unfortunate accident the other day of a Tesla driving into a tree. I will never understand how people trust the Tesla in self-driving mode.

Also, Porsche is not comfortable. At least not the 911. Fun, but felt like I needed to go a yoga class after 2 hours.

I think Lexus generally has the best combination of comfort, performance and reliability. Though it's not the most exciting brand.

Anonymous wrote:
I second a Tesla with self driving. I never liked the self driving until a couple of months ago. It has improved a LOT with all of the updates.

Not having to concentrate on steering and feet not being engaged is a game changer for long trips.

Sorry if this is a stupid question, but is it completely hands free? Like you don’t even need to hold the steering wheel?

Anonymous wrote:
I second a Tesla with self driving. I never liked the self driving until a couple of months ago. It has improved a LOT with all of the updates.

Not having to concentrate on steering and feet not being engaged is a game changer for long trips.

Do you really want a car made by a company that is run by a fascist that records you at all times even when you “turn it off”?

Anonymous wrote:Porsche Macan. Also greatly reduces driving fatigue.

Yeah but then you’re uncomfortable the whole time thinking about how you’re a douchebag who bought a Porsche but it’s a Macan. 😆

Top of line Mercedes rides like no other. Every feature you would want , great ride, no back pain and you look good. Sure, you pay. But it's worth it.

Otherwise get a fully loaded Lexus.

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Anonymous wrote:I asked this before and the principal answer was “not a jeep.”

Our jeep wrangler is very comfortable.

Ha, ha, no.

I second a Tesla with self driving. I never liked the self driving until a couple of months ago. It has improved a LOT with all of the updates.

Not having to concentrate on steering and feet not being engaged is a game changer for long trips.

Anonymous wrote:I am buying a car and one of the most important things I am looking for is being able to drive it long distances without killing my legs or back or butt. Not something you can figure out on a short test drive. What do you recommend?

Cadillac #1 for that. Top of the line.

honda accord bucket like seats suck!!! So much hip, neck and back pain beware.

Anonymous wrote:We have an Audi Q7, it is the most comfortable car, not to mention it is so heavy, feels great on long car trips! We just went on 2 long trips to pick up kids from college.

I have an Audi Q7 and think it’s quite uncomfortable on long trips. DH’s Tahoe and my previous Infiniti QX80 were both a lot more comfortable.