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  • Summary

    2 out of 5 2.0

    What does this car say about you?

    Disappointing

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

    They think it is good.

    Would you buy this car again and why?

    No way would I buy this car or a VW.Replacing engine at 72,000 miles ...a big joke.

    What are you likely to buy next?

    Mostly Honda Hybrid..civic or insight.

  • Buying experience

    1 out of 5 1.0

    Type of dealer you bought from?

    Franchised

    Did you buy this car new?

    No

    What price did you pay?

    £12,000

    When did you buy the car?

    April 2007

    Did you get a good deal and why?

    Not very good I suppose looking back.

    Is there any special reason why you bought this car?

    I have always had Japanese cars and have had absolutely no problems wuth the cars be it Honda,Toyota and Nissan. Just wanted a change and bought this. The only plus point of the car is the comfort and space. The pullling power of 1.6 at roundabouts is pathetic. Recently it hs been making a noise and when I took it to the dealer he told me that the engine was damaged and that it would cost be upto£7000 to replace an engine...no other options . That is very bad news for a car that has just done 72,000 miles.It has been mostly been serviced at a dealer except the last two years when it was serviced at a reputed garage.

    What was the dealer like?

    The dealer was friendly and helpful.

  • Driving it

    2 out of 5 2.0

    What's it like to drive?

    Bad while taking off at roundabouts.

    What's it like to park?

    Easy to park.

  • Living with it

    2 out of 5 2.0

    Have you had any problems with the car?

    Blown engine!

    What's most practical about your car?

    It is very roomy.

    Favourite gadget, option or accessory?

    Nothing.