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mcscoobs

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Hi all - as the title suggests, I need help with deciding on my next motor... I currently have a 2008 Golf GT TDI Sport (170bhp), which i'm looking to sell within the next few weeks. I also have a 2001 plate Yamaha R6, which to be honest, as much as I love it, I don't use often enough... so will sell that also, to put extra cash towards a new car.

I have 3 boys - one of which is in a booster seat (he's 9), and 2 younger ones in full size car seats (aged 2 & 3). Eldest sits in the front, youngest 2 in the back. I've often struggled with boot space in the golf to be fair. I still, for now, use a double pushchair, plus additional "child" luggage that comes with it.

I no longer need a diesel. I'd like something quick (faster than the golf at least!), to replace my motorbike urges! Something newer than the golf too, as I do like my toys and gadgets. That being said, I did own a Range Rover once and loved the sheer size and driving position... but I know maintenance with a big 4x4 will be pretty high. Budget is around £10-12k, so not a huge amount to choose from, I get that. Looking at keeping the car for a while, so don't want anything ideally with more than about 70/80k on the clock.

I previously had a 2015 Skoda Octavia vRS on lease before the golf, which ticked all the boxes, so am looking at another one of those. Though I felt it was lacking a bit in pace, it was the 180bhp Diesel version. Maybe the petrol estate version? I like the 335 estate Beemers, but hard to find one within budget. Looked at a few Range Rover Sports and Q7s, but I'm guessing for that kind of money, they will be dogs frown

I like C & E class Mercs, but only liked the 2015 onwards models, with the floating iPad style screen in the middle (told you I like my toys)

Any inspiration would be appreciated!

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