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  • Summary

    4 out of 5 4.0

    What does this car say about you?

    Very good value for money especially with the amount of gadgets it comes with. The saloon is not very common, which is good.

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

    Nothing much.

    Would you buy this car again and why?

    No. I think it still lack the refinements and improvement in some areas.

    What are you likely to buy next?

    Range Rover.

  • 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?

    £10,000

    When did you buy the car?

    January 2013

    Did you get a good deal and why?

    Dealer would not give much from part-exchange but the price of the new car was fair.

    Is there any special reason why you bought this car?

    Needed a reliable car to use on a daily basis.

    What was the dealer like?

    No pressure sale. Knew what he was talking about.

  • Driving it

    5 out of 5 5.0

    What's it like to drive?

    Ride feels a bit hard at times but I think it depends on road surface.

    What's it like to park?

    No problem, very easy.

  • Living with it

    5 out of 5 5.0

    Have you had any problems with the car?

    Not yet. but: 1. has a cracking noise that comes from the back window when its cold outside. 2. can't switch off the main beam at all although there is an off option on the knob 3. the bose sound system don't deliver a good sound as it was supposed to be a premium sound 4. some parts on the dash feels cheap and poor quality build. 5. the light on the start button doesn't light up at times when the clutch is depressed 6. the clock shares the same display with the mileage display which is irritating.

    What's most practical about your car?

    Keyless entry system is very easy to use. Parking sensor.

    Favourite gadget, option or accessory?

    Keyless entry system, red and blue dials, multi-function steering wheel.