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  • Summary

    4 out of 5 4.0

    What does this car say about you?

    Chose rationally.

    What do your friends / family / neighbours think of the car?

    No idea.

    Would you buy this car again and why?

    No. It is boring.

    What are you likely to buy next?

    Audi A6.

  • Buying experience

    3 out of 5 3.0

    Type of dealer you bought from?

    Franchised

    Did you buy this car new?

    Yes

    What price did you pay?

    £26,500

    When did you buy the car?

    March 2010

    Did you get a good deal and why?

    Not particularly.

    Is there any special reason why you bought this car?

    Alleged build quality and good residual values.

    What was the dealer like?

    Inefficient. Careless. Forgetful.

  • Driving it

    4 out of 5 4.0

    What's it like to drive?

    Unexciting. Solid. Harsh ride.

    What's it like to park?

    I am a man. I do not have a problem parking.

  • Living with it

    3 out of 5 3.0

    Have you had any problems with the car?

    Nothing

    What's most practical about your car?

    Fuel consumption around town and on long haul.

    Favourite gadget, option or accessory?

    Cruise control (optional extra).