New £12k family daily - change my mind
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We've three kids, aged 11, 9 and <1. I'm currently driving a Micra which I bought as a stop gap when my last lease ended. We also have a Vauxhall Vivaro for load lugging family trips with dog, luggage etc.
Looking to buy something big enough to squeeze all 5 of us into for (relatively) short journeys when the Vivaro isn't always practical.
Obviously the PH answer is just use the van and buy something small and sporty instead ??.
In my mind, I want a one owner low mileage relatively new car, it just seems the most hassle free option. Petrol makes most sense as we'll be doing mostly short trips. A small-ish SUV/crossover would fit the bill, and something like a Suzuki Vitara is available within budget. Plenty around 3 years old with <30k on them.
But here's where you can change my mind, am I being too fussy with my age/mileage/petrol only which could open up more options. I've looked at things like 3 series or C class estates but the age and mileage of those in budget puts me off.
What does PH think?
Looking to buy something big enough to squeeze all 5 of us into for (relatively) short journeys when the Vivaro isn't always practical.
Obviously the PH answer is just use the van and buy something small and sporty instead ??.
In my mind, I want a one owner low mileage relatively new car, it just seems the most hassle free option. Petrol makes most sense as we'll be doing mostly short trips. A small-ish SUV/crossover would fit the bill, and something like a Suzuki Vitara is available within budget. Plenty around 3 years old with <30k on them.
But here's where you can change my mind, am I being too fussy with my age/mileage/petrol only which could open up more options. I've looked at things like 3 series or C class estates but the age and mileage of those in budget puts me off.
What does PH think?
Edited by samdy on Friday 13th August 06:49
I've considered them but they look a little on the small side. I really like the Hyundai Kona which is a similar size but having been in one and seen one side by side with a Micra, they're really not that big.
I know the Vitara has pretty much the same wheelbase and width, but it's got an extra 50cm or so in height which seems to make a real difference to the roominess in the back.
I know the Vitara has pretty much the same wheelbase and width, but it's got an extra 50cm or so in height which seems to make a real difference to the roominess in the back.
I beg to differ, >£7k over two years to rent one isn't cheap. I'd rather buy one instead. The depreciation on a 3 year old one will be way less.
Leasing is usually my preferred route, but my situation is likely to be changeable over the next few years so buying gives more flexibility.
Leasing is usually my preferred route, but my situation is likely to be changeable over the next few years so buying gives more flexibility.
we paid £11k for a 1 owner, dealer cashcow auto
It's the most boring car in the world, with cameras, dab, cruise, sat nav and various other toys.
all works as it should, easy to drive and park, totally invisible, no one wants to steal it, reasonable mpg, big enough.
everything which makes it totally forgettable is EVERYTHING you honestly need in a car!
https://www.motordepot.co.uk/used/cars/nissan-qash... - 2018, 31k, £13k yawn
It's the most boring car in the world, with cameras, dab, cruise, sat nav and various other toys.
all works as it should, easy to drive and park, totally invisible, no one wants to steal it, reasonable mpg, big enough.
everything which makes it totally forgettable is EVERYTHING you honestly need in a car!
https://www.motordepot.co.uk/used/cars/nissan-qash... - 2018, 31k, £13k yawn
The actual answer is the 1.5t Titanium X 180 better built & a nicer ride than the Vitara
https://www.autotrader.co.uk/car-details/202107305...
Titanium X Sport
https://www.autotrader.co.uk/car-details/202107155...
If you don't mind spending a bit more on fuel & tax but save a whole chunk on purchase price then the Infiniti EX GT is a clear step ahead of the Vitara/Kuga in fit & finish as well as spec then it's a very hard package to beat:
https://www.autotrader.co.uk/car-details/202106294...
https://www.autotrader.co.uk/car-details/202107305...
Titanium X Sport
https://www.autotrader.co.uk/car-details/202107155...
If you don't mind spending a bit more on fuel & tax but save a whole chunk on purchase price then the Infiniti EX GT is a clear step ahead of the Vitara/Kuga in fit & finish as well as spec then it's a very hard package to beat:
https://www.autotrader.co.uk/car-details/202106294...
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