Family car £10k, massive boot
Discussion
Hi everyone, I'm looking to replace my f20 1 series with a large family car. It will need space for two car seats and a double pram.
We have a g20 3 series saloon too but it's a bit on the small side. With a car seat in the back the front seats have to be really far forward.
I'm thinking 2011/12 5 series, maybe a 5 GT if the budget can stretch that far, Mondeo estate or a Superb.
What recommendations do you have? A curve ball is always appreciated, I have looked on AT for those Infiniti FX things too but the boot may not be big enough.
I would also like to to be reliable. Breaking down with my wife and two small children wouldn't be too clever.
Thanks!
We have a g20 3 series saloon too but it's a bit on the small side. With a car seat in the back the front seats have to be really far forward.
I'm thinking 2011/12 5 series, maybe a 5 GT if the budget can stretch that far, Mondeo estate or a Superb.
What recommendations do you have? A curve ball is always appreciated, I have looked on AT for those Infiniti FX things too but the boot may not be big enough.
I would also like to to be reliable. Breaking down with my wife and two small children wouldn't be too clever.
Thanks!
BigGingerBob said:
I'm thinking ... Mondeo estate
Some time ago now I had a Mondeo Mk3 hatchback (which I really liked) and it had a huge boot. I could put a tandem bike in the back (from memory I had to take front wheel off) without messing up front seating position.The estate is even more cavernous.
Straight out of left field - Mercedes Viano
I have one (Japanese import) with a 3.5l V6 petrol engine, 7 leather seats, 2 electric sliding doors (you can set either to open from the key) x2 screens. 4 captain's chairs, huge boot and general storage, 3 sunroofs, rear electric pop open windows, heated front seats, air con with separate fan and controls in the rear, curtains in passenger compartment, flat floor makes cleaning out the kids crap easy as it just brushes straight out.
It's actually quite good fun to drive with over 250bhp and more torque - the children absolutely adore it and it would have been really useful when they were smaller with all the paraphernalia that goes with small children.
It's ULEZ compliant and tax is about £28 per month.
I am inclined to keep it indefinitely as it is just so versatile, we would all really miss it.
I have one (Japanese import) with a 3.5l V6 petrol engine, 7 leather seats, 2 electric sliding doors (you can set either to open from the key) x2 screens. 4 captain's chairs, huge boot and general storage, 3 sunroofs, rear electric pop open windows, heated front seats, air con with separate fan and controls in the rear, curtains in passenger compartment, flat floor makes cleaning out the kids crap easy as it just brushes straight out.
It's actually quite good fun to drive with over 250bhp and more torque - the children absolutely adore it and it would have been really useful when they were smaller with all the paraphernalia that goes with small children.
It's ULEZ compliant and tax is about £28 per month.
I am inclined to keep it indefinitely as it is just so versatile, we would all really miss it.
David_M said:
Some time ago now I had a Mondeo Mk3 hatchback (which I really liked) and it had a huge boot. I could put a tandem bike in the back (from memory I had to take front wheel off) without messing up front seating position.
The estate is even more cavernous.
With the back seats down? I'm unimpressed, my first car was a bubble shape Nissan Micra (K10) - seats down I used to carry 2 mountain bikes without removing the front wheels The estate is even more cavernous.
:In all seriousness It's a good shout, I had a Mondeo Mk3 myself and did 18k a year all over the country in the few years I had it.
Really boring, but I've found mine very comfortable, might be worth looking at a Nissan Xtrail, rear doors open really wide for loading, being a bit higher can make it easier getting in and out, stage seating so rear passengers get a good view out and the legroom is massive, boot is a good size (get a bit more space with the 5 seat version, about the same as Superb estate). I'm just about to put 100k on mine in the last 4 years, 2018 1.6l auto diesel. Tekna spec has enough toys, particularly like the led headlights. Only costs have been servicing, 2 set of tires, 1 set pads and discs.
508 GT:
https://www.autotrader.co.uk/car-details/202305026...
https://www.autotrader.co.uk/car-details/202405029...
Insignia Elite Nav, the hatchback will swallow a double buggy & kit with ease:
https://www.autotrader.co.uk/car-details/202405039...
https://www.autotrader.co.uk/car-details/202404108...
1.5T:
https://www.autotrader.co.uk/car-details/202403308...
https://www.autotrader.co.uk/car-details/202404238...
Mondeo Titanium:
https://www.autotrader.co.uk/car-details/202404299...
https://www.autotrader.co.uk/car-details/202404058...
https://www.autotrader.co.uk/car-details/202305026...
https://www.autotrader.co.uk/car-details/202405029...
Insignia Elite Nav, the hatchback will swallow a double buggy & kit with ease:
https://www.autotrader.co.uk/car-details/202405039...
https://www.autotrader.co.uk/car-details/202404108...
1.5T:
https://www.autotrader.co.uk/car-details/202403308...
https://www.autotrader.co.uk/car-details/202404238...
Mondeo Titanium:
https://www.autotrader.co.uk/car-details/202404299...
https://www.autotrader.co.uk/car-details/202404058...
Are insignias and Mazda 6s that big? I always thought they were 3 series size. A lot of options then.
Nothing too exciting but I know how something boring that is exceptionally good at it's job can get under your skin.
Whilst I would drive the Viano, I don't think my wife would be too impressed 😁
Nothing too exciting but I know how something boring that is exceptionally good at it's job can get under your skin.
Whilst I would drive the Viano, I don't think my wife would be too impressed 😁
BigGingerBob said:
Are insignias and Mazda 6s that big? I always thought they were 3 series size. A lot of options then.
Nothing too exciting but I know how something boring that is exceptionally good at it's job can get under your skin.
Whilst I would drive the Viano, I don't think my wife would be too impressed ??
The estates have cavernous boots. Used to get them as hire cars when needing to transport some large items for work. They’re a lot of car for the money.Nothing too exciting but I know how something boring that is exceptionally good at it's job can get under your skin.
Whilst I would drive the Viano, I don't think my wife would be too impressed ??
Insignia boot is huge even as the hatchback. The estate boot is even bigger at 560 litres.
I've got a mk1 hatchback and I've taken loads. Boot filled and I mean filled. Fits practically everything I've thrown at it. If you can get a mk2 which is 2017 onwards, then the boot is completely flat. Also comes with android auto and that. There's a fair amount for around £10k and under as well.
I've got a mk1 hatchback and I've taken loads. Boot filled and I mean filled. Fits practically everything I've thrown at it. If you can get a mk2 which is 2017 onwards, then the boot is completely flat. Also comes with android auto and that. There's a fair amount for around £10k and under as well.
The Dictator said:
Straight out of left field - Mercedes Viano
I have one (Japanese import) with a 3.5l V6 petrol engine, 7 leather seats, 2 electric sliding doors (you can set either to open from the key) x2 screens. 4 captain's chairs, huge boot and general storage, 3 sunroofs, rear electric pop open windows, heated front seats, air con with separate fan and controls in the rear, curtains in passenger compartment, flat floor makes cleaning out the kids crap easy as it just brushes straight out.
It's actually quite good fun to drive with over 250bhp and more torque - the children absolutely adore it and it would have been really useful when they were smaller with all the paraphernalia that goes with small children.
It's ULEZ compliant and tax is about £28 per month.
I am inclined to keep it indefinitely as it is just so versatile, we would all really miss it.
I’m curious to know what the mpg is like for a V6 petrol van? Sounds lovely. I have one (Japanese import) with a 3.5l V6 petrol engine, 7 leather seats, 2 electric sliding doors (you can set either to open from the key) x2 screens. 4 captain's chairs, huge boot and general storage, 3 sunroofs, rear electric pop open windows, heated front seats, air con with separate fan and controls in the rear, curtains in passenger compartment, flat floor makes cleaning out the kids crap easy as it just brushes straight out.
It's actually quite good fun to drive with over 250bhp and more torque - the children absolutely adore it and it would have been really useful when they were smaller with all the paraphernalia that goes with small children.
It's ULEZ compliant and tax is about £28 per month.
I am inclined to keep it indefinitely as it is just so versatile, we would all really miss it.
Gassing Station | Car Buying | Top of Page | What's New | My Stuff