Suzuki Splash (2008 - 2014) 1.2 SZ4 5d Auto (2013/62) Owner Review
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Summary
What does this car say about you?
I would like to think that it says aha a city girl in a city run around.
What do your friends / family / neighbours think of the car?
My family don't like it, my friends say it's cute and roomy inside.
Would you buy this car again and why?
I probably would as it is a very good all rounder.
What are you likely to buy next?
I would be tempted to buy another 4x4.
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Buying experience
Type of dealer you bought from?
Franchised
Did you buy this car new?
Yes
What price did you pay?
£11,000
When did you buy the car?
September 2012
Did you get a good deal and why?
The price set was vat free. An initiative being run by the dealer.
Is there any special reason why you bought this car?
I needed to downsize. Having driven suzukis for some years, I decided to buy the splash, particularly as it sat quite high. This suited me as I had been driving a 4x4 for some years.
What was the dealer like?
Very good and helpful.
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Driving it
What's it like to drive?
She doesn't wheeze, on the motorway she tootles along effortlessly. She's automatic so any change of gear is taken care of. If it's a particularly steep hill I change the automatic shift to help the engine.
What's it like to park?
Easyish. I must confess I found my 4x4 easier to park.
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Living with it
Have you had any problems with the car?
No, only a split wiper.
What's most practical about your car?
It's very manoeuvrable and rather nippy.
Favourite gadget, option or accessory?
I quite like funnel type rev counter.