Most reliable used family hatchback for under £6k?

[Cap2018]

Hi guys, looking to replace my 120,000 mile mk3 Renault Clio for something that I can depend on; I have a budget of £5-6k, only need to fit myself and my girlfriend and will be using the car to get to and from work each day (30 minute commute on mostly dual carriageway) as well as for weekend days out. Have had a ton of trouble with the girlfriends R56 Mini Cooper and so do not want to be seeing the inside of any garages for anything other than services and MOTs if possible! Currently shortlisted are; Hyundai i30 (2012 onwards), Kia Cee’d (2012 onwards) and Nissan Juke (2010 onwards). Any other suggestions worth checking out?? Also like the Ford Focus 1.6 zetec tdci but not unless I can get it cheaper than the above. Any experience or advice with any of the cars?? TIA

[ED209]

A juke isn't a family hatch, the boot is a joke.

[Pothole]

Honda Civic surely most reliable?

[Mr Tidy]

I'd be looking for a BMW 130i - just so a bit of fun could be an option!

But if you just want practical and minimal cost any VAG diesel has to be a good choice.

[ZX10R NIN]

Do not buy a 1.6tdci Focus that engine is a dog go for the 2.0tdci instead it's a much better engine:

Titanium X

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I'd actually take a good look at the Giulietta at this price point they're great value for money & as long as you have a good Independent garage near you then you'll be fine, reliability wise they're no better or worse than pretty much everything in your price range.

Alfa Giulietta in 2.0d Veloce trim 140/170bhp

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Kia Pro Cee'd 4

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Cee'd 3 (with only 1-2 years worth of warranty left I think I'd choose the Alfa's above)

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Other worthy contenders:

Megane in GT Spec

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Astra SRI/Elite are cracking value & a decent car too, just make sure you flush the oil every other service to keep the pick up pipe clear.

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2.2d Mazda3 Sport although cheap budget for a timing chain replacement (& haggle accordingly) for peace of mind.

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Volvo C30 R Design

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Civic Type S GT

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The slightly unloved Mercedes CLC is a great reliable option & due to them not being so popular they're a bit of a bargain compared to a 3 series coupe:

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As you can see all the above are reliable options so maybe test drive some to see what suits you best, as anything above fits your criteria.