• Summary

    5 out of 5 5.0

    What does this car say about you?

    Practical and level headed.

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

    Jealous

    Would you buy this car again and why?

    Yes, all the reasons mentioned and more.

    What are you likely to buy next?

    Either qashqai or masda CX7. Not decided.

  • Buying experience

    3 out of 5 3.0

    Type of dealer you bought from?

    Franchised

    Did you buy this car new?

    No

    What price did you pay?

    £9,500

    When did you buy the car?

    January 2011

    Did you get a good deal and why?

    Not really.

    Is there any special reason why you bought this car?

    Needed a reliable family car.

    What was the dealer like?

    Untrustworthy

  • Driving it

    5 out of 5 5.0

    What's it like to drive?

    CVT took a bit of getting used to but once mastered, it is painless and joyful cruising in town and on the motorway.

    What's it like to park?

    Easy

  • Living with it

    5 out of 5 5.0

    Have you had any problems with the car?

    Apart from dodgy tyres on purchase and tailgate noises, it has been trouble free.

    What's most practical about your car?

    Handling is superb especially in wet weather.

    Favourite gadget, option or accessory?

    Six CDloader, parking indicators, automatic mirrors , wipers and headlights.