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  • Summary

    5 out of 5 5.0

    What does this car say about you?

    I like a car that is a pleasure to look at and drive with good economy in a comfortable package.

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

    Impressed.

    Would you buy this car again and why?

    Yes, it's good on value and performance.

    What are you likely to buy next?

    Similar - a coupe with competitive features.

  • Buying experience

    5 out of 5 5.0

    Type of dealer you bought from?

    Independent

    Did you buy this car new?

    No

    What price did you pay?

    £15,500

    When did you buy the car?

    January 2010

    Did you get a good deal and why?

    Yes, depressed market.

    Is there any special reason why you bought this car?

    Style, economy, comfort.

    What was the dealer like?

    Pleasant, honest and direct. No additional discount as already well priced.

  • Driving it

    5 out of 5 5.0

    What's it like to drive?

    A delight with good handling from the large tyres. Once I was used to its size and length with the low slung view out I could drive it like a much smaller car. Even the basic 2.0L diesel pulls well and gives ample performance with long legs for continental touring. The only downside is road noise from some makes of tyre eg continental.

    What's it like to park?

    Not easy as the extemities are difficult to judge and it is a long car - longer than the saloon by nearly a foot. It's also quite wide and the low sitting position makes it feel wider.

  • 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?

    Despite being a coupe it is spacious with a large boot and still returns nearly 60mpg at legal speeds.

    Favourite gadget, option or accessory?

    SD card slot for playing music.