Person hoists for cars
Our person hoists help wheelchair users travel in the car’s own seat, whether they’re getting behind the wheel or travelling as a passenger. The hoist lifts you safely in a comfortable sling, placed around you while you’re seated.
Prices include installation and a three-year warranty.
Not sure which hoist you need? Call 0800 288 4422 or book a free, no-obligation home assessment.
Which car person hoist do I need?
The right hoist depends mostly on where you’ll sit in the car, as well as your height, your weight, and the car itself. Our team can talk you through the options at a free home assessment, where we’ll give both the user and the carer a full demonstration.
The Autochair MPL XR (from £2,995) lifts you comfortably and safely into the driver’s seat or a passenger seat. It’s designed to reach higher vehicles too, including SUVs and motorhomes, and has a safe working load of 125kg, based on configurations of 0 to 3 holes. You control it with a simple two-button handset, and there’s a range of slings to suit different needs.
For rear seat passengers, there’s the BAS Person Lift (from £2,995). It’s mounted on the pillar between the front and rear doors, which leaves more legroom, and takes passengers up to 120kg. Its compact frame is unobtrusive for rear seat passengers, and it also comes with a choice of slings.
Before you book, you can read more in our essential person hoist guide, which explains how hoists work. If you’d rather stay seated throughout the transfer, the BraunAbility Carony moves the car seat itself onto a wheelchair base, and our person hoist vs Carony guide compares the two options.
Person hoist FAQs
Who can benefit from using a person hoist?
Mobility device users with significantly reduced mobility can benefit from using a person hoist for safe and comfortable transfers into a standard car seat. Some examples of disabilities or conditions that may benefit from the use of a person hoist include spinal cord injuries, muscular dystrophy, cerebral palsy, and multiple sclerosis. The person hoist is an ideal solution for drivers and passengers who want to continue travelling in the comfort of a standard car.
What is the weight capacity of a person hoist?
The Autochair MPL XR has a safe working load of 125kg, based on configurations of 0 to 3 holes, and the BAS Person Lift takes rear seat passengers up to 120kg.
Is there a height limit for use of a person hoist?
There’s no height limit for using a person hoist. However, the taller you are, the more headroom you’ll need in the car’s door opening, as well as a good range of neck movement. To make sure the hoist suits you and your car, we always carry out a mobility assessment.
What maintenance is required for a person hoist?
Although it is not a requirement, we do advise that your person hoist is serviced every 12 months to ensure it is in top working condition. Please get in touch with us to arrange yours.
How long does it take to install a person hoist?
A person hoist can typically be fitted within two to five hours, depending on your car’s make and model. That means you can enjoy the freedom of comfortable transfers as soon as possible.
How do I ensure the safety of the person being lifted with a hoist?
Our person hoists are designed for safe and reliable use, but it is imperative that the sling is set up and attached correctly before lifting the user. Within our mobility assessment, we provide a full demonstration and ensure the person operating the hoist is comfortable to do so.
Can a person hoist be transferred if I change my car?
In many cases, yes. When the time comes to change your car, we recommend contacting our team to check your person hoist is compatible with the new vehicle and confirm if we can facilitate a transfer. A new installation kit is typically required.
How much does it cost to install a person hoist in a car?
Person hoists start from £2,995, including professional installation and a three-year warranty. The final price can vary depending on the hoist configuration and any additional adaptations required to meet the user’s specific transfer needs. At Mobility in Motion, all person hoists are installed by experienced vehicle adaptation engineers and are tailored to suit both the individual and the vehicle, for safe, reliable, and comfortable transfers in and out of the car.
What is a person hoist for a car?
A person hoist, sometimes called a car transfer hoist, is a lifting aid that helps you get safely into and out of a car. You sit in a sling while the hoist lifts and lowers you between your wheelchair and the car seat, which reduces the strain on you and anyone helping you. It can help you travel with comfort, dignity, and independence, and comes in a range of configurations to suit different cars and mobility needs.