I've had my XV diesel for nearly 2 years. I reset the computer at the last service about 4k miles ago and the average fuel consumption since then is 46.5 mpg.
Only issue on the car was warped front disks replaced under warranty at first service
Fine on the motorway. It was one of the best handling SUVs I tested (and I tried many) when I bought it. Some find the ride a bit firm (which is fair comment if you are used to the average SUV) but I am used to a firm ride on my other cars so it suits me.
looks great in that colour - my local dealer has a 1.6 in at the moment in that colour. it looks temptingly cheap, but I am not sure the 1.6 has enough poke - mind you its the same price an a panda cross twinair....