A wheelchair-accessible van & handicap SUV conversion involves modifying a standard vehicle to accommodate individuals who use wheelchairs, improving both safety and independence. These conversions typically include lowering the vehicle’s floor, adding a wheelchair ramp or lift, and integrating adaptive driving controls. Popular conversion styles include side-entry, rear-entry, and lift-equipped models tailored to specific mobility needs and vehicle configurations. Whether you’re looking at an accessible minivan, full-size wheelchair van, or handicap-accessible SUV, the right choice depends on your budget, lifestyle, and accessibility requirements. To understand how much a typical wheelchair van costs, check out this article on current averages or this article explaining the costs of a conversion.
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Pricing varies by manufacturer and chassis type, but expect a NEW wheelchair van to start at around $63,500 and NEW handicap SUVs to begin at about $79,500. A quality USED wheelchair van or SUV typically costs between $35,000 and $54,000. However, many factors dictate pricing.
Yes, most of our wheelchair-accessible vehicles are equipped with removable front seating. With the driver’s seat removed and proper wheelchair restraints, wheelchair users can remain in their wheelchairs and operate their vehicles.
Yes, Vantage Mobility builds an AWD version of the Toyota Sienna Hybrid Wheelchair Van.
Yes, we take non-converted trade-ins toward the purchase of a converted wheelchair-accessible vehicle.
To date, no health insurance will pay for vehicle modifications. However, some benefits are available through Medicare/Medicaid in select states. Please get in touch with one of our mobility consultants for details.
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Do you have additional questions? We added a section below for first-time buyers with valuable information that could save you from a significant financial mistake and links to further resources.
Read more about comparing the two types of conversions here.
