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  • Summary

    4 out of 5 4.0

    What does this car say about you?

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

    Received quite a bit of attention. No doubt about it, it is a good looking car. The exterior pack (front and rear lower bumper extentions, side sills, rear spolier and 18 alloy wheels) make the car look even better.

    Would you buy this car again and why?

    Yes, good looks. But would go for the 150 bhp CDTI engine next time.

    What are you likely to buy next?

    Undecided and have only just got this car in November.

  • Buying experience

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Type of dealer you bought from?

    Franchise

    Did you buy this car new?

    Yes

    What price did you pay?

    £0

    When did you buy the car?

    November 2006

    Did you get a good deal and why?

    Comapny car leased through Lombard

    Is there any special reason why you bought this car?

    Company Car

    What was the dealer like?

  • Driving it

    4 out of 5 4.0

    What's it like to drive?

    Excellent handling. Steering is fairly responsive. The ride is firm, but not too firm. All in all good fun to drive.

    What's it like to park?

    Visibility isn't great from rear window, but you get used to it eventually. Other than that, fine.

  • Living with it

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Have you had any problems with the car?

    Very annoying rattle coming from passenger seat.

    What's most practical about your car?

    Very good sized boot. Also space is rear seats is surprisingly good for a 3 door car.

    Favourite gadget, option or accessory?

    Sport button is great. Does exactly what it says. The steering wheel controls for stereo and trip computer are excellent, all cars should have this as standard!