• Summary

    5 out of 5 5.0

    What does this car say about you?

    That I enjoy driving and take it seriously.

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

    All like it.

    Would you buy this car again and why?

    Yes. The best car I have owned and driven in every respect. It instils confidence and can go anywhere in any conditions.

    What are you likely to buy next?

    Range Rover Vogue Diesel.

  • 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?

    £30,000

    When did you buy the car?

    September 2012

    Did you get a good deal and why?

    Yes, it was below guide price given in Parkers.

    Is there any special reason why you bought this car?

    Wanted a different luxury 4x4. Previous car was an Audi A6 3ltr Quattro.

    What was the dealer like?

    Reasonable. Niggles resolved albeit one took threat of CC action before resolved.

  • Driving it

    5 out of 5 5.0

    What's it like to drive?

    Surprisingly agile in town and breezes along on the motorway and doesn't even notice hills, even when towing a 1 tonne camper. Very responsive and positive steering in all conditions.

    What's it like to park?

    Easier than any previous car I've owned. Very accurate front & rear sensors, a rear view camera and automatic nearside tilting mirror makes it easy to get in the smallest space without problems.

  • Living with it

    5 out of 5 5.0

    Have you had any problems with the car?

    Nothing at all. Pure pleasure to drive and the ride is the best of any luxury car I have had previously. Climate control 5/10 but cools very quickly.

    What's most practical about your car?

    Easy to climb in and out of. Loads of space for passengers. Easy access to rear load space with fold down platform to sit on and change boots.

    Favourite gadget, option or accessory?

    So many to choose from! Best has got to be the separate diesel heater controlled remotely. A boon during last winter. A defrosted and warm car to get into in the morning. 2nd has got be the cooled front seats.