• Summary

    5 out of 5 5.0

    What does this car say about you?

    That i want a cheap reliable tow car.

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

    They all like it.

    Would you buy this car again and why?

    Yes

    What are you likely to buy next?

    No idea.

  • Buying experience

    5 out of 5 5.0

    Type of dealer you bought from?

    Franchised

    Did you buy this car new?

    Yes

    What price did you pay?

    £34,000

    When did you buy the car?

    July 2014

    Did you get a good deal and why?

    Quite good, i found a reasonable deal online and they matched it for me.

    Is there any special reason why you bought this car?

    7 year warranty, 7 seats, equipment, AWD and towing ability.

    What was the dealer like?

    Ok

  • Driving it

    5 out of 5 5.0

    What's it like to drive?

    Very easy, the auto box is very smooth. The electronically adjustable steering seems a bit of a waste of time but it hasnt caused any problems. The only two complaints are that 1) the hazard warning light button is far too small and is tucked away out of site so that you have to look down in an emergency, and 2) when its sunny you can't see most of the controls, eg speedometer, satnav, radio station etc.

    What's it like to park?

    Easy, the rear camera is a help. I am surprised there are no front sensors as standard though.

  • Living with it

    5 out of 5 5.0

    Have you had any problems with the car?

    No

    What's most practical about your car?

    The intelligent AWD is good. It tows better than my previous car (Mercedes 280E cd estate) even though the towing capacity is theoretically lower. Love all the gadgets too.

    Favourite gadget, option or accessory?

    Bluetooth is a bit old hat nowbut i still like it. The sunroof is good.