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  • Summary

    3 out of 5 3.0

    What does this car say about you?

    Pratical

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

    Comfortable but concerns over reliability.

    Would you buy this car again and why?

    Used car, possible. New car no due to cost and depreciation.

    What are you likely to buy next?

    SUV

  • Buying experience

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Type of dealer you bought from?

    Independent

    Did you buy this car new?

    No

    What price did you pay?

    £8,999

    When did you buy the car?

    March 2013

    Did you get a good deal and why?

    Paid what was expected. Some discount for a couple of scratches.

    Is there any special reason why you bought this car?

    Needed an economical motorway car.

    What was the dealer like?

    Average. Very much a one man outfit. Car was well prepared and no issues.

  • Driving it

    4 out of 5 4.0

    What's it like to drive?

    Lovely and quiet a good motorway cruiser although a 6th gear would be good. Very comfortable.

    What's it like to park?

    Large bonnet takes some getting use to. Its a large car so some thought is needed.

  • Living with it

    3 out of 5 3.0

    Have you had any problems with the car?

    Yes. Front electric window mechanism broke ( repaired under warranty) Airconditioning broke. Needed new condenser.

    What's most practical about your car?

    Size and nearly 900 miles to a tank.

    Favourite gadget, option or accessory?

    Sat Nav very good.