• Summary

    4 out of 5 4.0

    What does this car say about you?

    It probably suggests I am more practically minded than I am in fact.

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

    Enjoy the comfort space and being a bit higher. It has been admired and is quite attractive for a box.

    Would you buy this car again and why?

    If I still needed the load carrying capacity.

    What are you likely to buy next?

    A smaller estate.

  • Buying experience

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Type of dealer you bought from?

    Franchised

    Did you buy this car new?

    No

    What price did you pay?

    £7,000

    When did you buy the car?

    April 2014

    Did you get a good deal and why?

    They gave an allowance for an old car destined for the breaker I imagine, warranty, change of mind days and personal attention.

    Is there any special reason why you bought this car?

    As a load carrier while renovate a French shed.

    What was the dealer like?

    Honest and offering strong advice on most practical car for me.

  • Driving it

    5 out of 5 5.0

    What's it like to drive?

    I have just completed 1700 miles inside 3 weeks of continental and UK driving. It has performed effortlessly. The fuel consumption is a wonderful surprise. It handles remarkably well and again to my surprise I have no discomfit from driving long shifts in it.

    What's it like to park?

    It is a big car but the lock, visibility and van type mirrors make it easier than anything else this size I have driven.

  • Living with it

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Have you had any problems with the car?

    No

    What's most practical about your car?

    Higher off the road than normal and with the seats down it has an awesome carrying space. With the sliding rear doors access to this is very useful.

    Favourite gadget, option or accessory?

    It is fairly gadget free.