• Summary

    3 out of 5 3.0

    What does this car say about you?

    Boring and practical.

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

    No mention.

    Would you buy this car again and why?

    No - purely down to handbrake. It's not in a natural position and would need to go up an engine size for power.

    What are you likely to buy next?

    Mazda

  • 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?

    £6,500

    When did you buy the car?

    March 2011

    Did you get a good deal and why?

    Bought it on a sale day.

    Is there any special reason why you bought this car?

    Sale and it was Japanese so bought for reliability.

    What was the dealer like?

    Didn't really like the dealer. Usual thing having to duel with salesmen. Had a few issues with car. Not all were fixed when we returned it, but due to location of dealer we gave up with them.

  • Driving it

    3 out of 5 3.0

    What's it like to drive?

    Engine not very powerful, but comfy to drive and handles ok. Handbrake in a terrible position though.

    What's it like to park?

    Easy, good visibility.

  • Living with it

    3 out of 5 3.0

    Have you had any problems with the car?

    Inside trim fell off. Cigarette lighter only works when ignition off.

    What's most practical about your car?

    Good size medium family car.

    Favourite gadget, option or accessory?