• Economy

    Value

    3 out of 5 3.0

    Second-hand value affected by downturn in vehicle values generally.

    Costs

    2 out of 5 2.0

    Service costs average. Tyres, catalyser etc will be more.

  • On the road

    Driving

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Good upper driving position. Unsteady when lightly loaded.

    Performance

    1 out of 5 1.0

    Surprisingly nimble. Overall consumption 19 MPG (live in a hilly area).

  • Living with it

    Reliability

    2 out of 5 2.0

    Major overhaul of rake system, gearbox, cooling system and heater matrix plus renewed catalyser were required.

    Image

    3 out of 5 3.0

    A bit dated now.

    Comfort

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Driving position could become uncomfortable on long drives, otherwise exceptional.

  • Security and Service

    Security

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Immobiliser and 'Auto' box deter theives. No problems during my ownership.

    Service

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Locl dealership is good.

  • Problems and Ownership

    Problems

    Engine

    None with engine itself.

    Other

    Heater matrix required complete relacement. I never established the cause of a constant rattle.

    Ownership

    Did you buy the car new?

    Used

    Would you buy the same model again?

    No

    Did you buy from the same manufacturer again?

    Yes