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  • Summary

    4 out of 5 4.0

    What does this car say about you?

    Not image conscious.

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

    Would you buy this car again and why?

    No reason not to. Hope to keep this one several years.

    What are you likely to buy next?

    Not sure.

  • Buying experience

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Type of dealer you bought from?

    Franchised

    Did you buy this car new?

    Yes

    What price did you pay?

    £15,300

    When did you buy the car?

    May 2011

    Did you get a good deal and why?

    Reasonable. Got a figure from two local dealers barely £200 difference. Only this reduction from preferred (more convenient) dealer.

    Is there any special reason why you bought this car?

    What was the dealer like?

    No problems. Had done research on engine I wanted and had to wait 8 months for delivery. Not a problem in my case.

  • Driving it

    4 out of 5 4.0

    What's it like to drive?

    Easy to drive but front pillars can obscure visibility especially joining roundabouts.

    What's it like to park?

    Rear parking sensors are useful.

  • Living with it

    5 out of 5 5.0

    Have you had any problems with the car?

    Nothing so far (14 months).

    What's most practical about your car?

    Large boot space.

    Favourite gadget, option or accessory?

    Cruise control is handy.