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Looking at maybe a new petrol SUV.

Hi,

I'm looking to change my 151 Toyota Corolla 1.4 Luna diesel at the end of this year or early next year. It currently has 93,000km on the clock. About 70 per cent of our driving is on short journeys such as short runs to town of about 10km. Would I be better to stay with diesel or go to petrol? I'm thinking about getting a crossover/SUV, something like a Peugeot 3008, Nissan Qashqai or a Kia Sportage, or would I get better value getting a smaller SEAT Ateca, Suzuki Vitara or Opel Mokka? My children are all adults now and are only around at weekends so our mileage will be decreasing a bit. Any advice would be great.

Thanks

Rob

Roddy McMyler (Kilkenny)

Jun 2018 Filed under: choosing new car

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Help me choose the right BMW X3...

What concerns should I have with buying a BMW X3 manual as opposed to automatic? What would you consider pluses and minuses to be of the X3 two-wheel drive?

Dermot Walsh (Dublin)

Jan 2013 Filed under: choosing new car

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Can I buy a Skoda Karoq 1.5 TSI?

Where can I buy a new Skoda Karoq 1.5 TSI? My local dealer says its not available in the Republic.

Hugh McKitterick (Dundalk Co. Louth)

Mar 2018 Filed under: choosing new car

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Is there a seven-seat Jeep 1.4?

Does the Jeep 1.4-litre turbo petrol come in seven-seat form?

Josephine Nolan (Kilkee)

Apr 2018 Filed under: choosing new car

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Ford Mondeo, Skoda Octavia or Opel Insignia?

Hi there,

I commute between Gorey and Dublin 3/4 times a week and am in the process of changing my car. I'm tall (six-two) and appreciate leg and head room... Looking at three cars at the moment (diesel): Mondeo, Octavia or Insignia.

Recommendations?

Andy Long (Gorey)

Apr 2018 Filed under: choosing new car

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Petrol Mazda CX-5 any good?

What do you guys think of the Mazda CX-5 in its 2.0-litre petrol guise?

Kieran Donnelly (Cork)

Mar 2018 Filed under: choosing new car

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Is the Opel Astra estate a good buy?

Is the Opel Astra estate a good buy, and is it economical?

Laura McMahon

Jan 2013 Filed under: choosing new car

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Is a Subaru Impreza a good buy?

Is a Subaru Impreza petrol estate a good buy?

Mossy Bouzzah (Dublin)

Jan 2013 Filed under: choosing new car

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What will I replace my Nissan Micra with?

I intend changing my car in the next two or three months. Currently I have a Nissan Micra, but I would like to buy a more solid and comfortable car this time. I do about 5,500 miles a year. I would be interested to know what make of car you would suggest and whether a diesel car is worth considering.

Thank you.

Eileen D

Jan 2013 Filed under: choosing new car

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We need a new family car for under €25k.

Hi,

We are in the market for a new family car that is low maintenance, fits three car seats and preferably be on or just above the €25k mark. We do very little mileage, we currently do one round trip of about two miles to a creche and back with some longer drives at the weekend, but rarely. We both commute by public transport for work. We are considering hybrid/electric as we drive so little but to be honest with the research I've been doing, it seems most hybrids start at €25k and i'm prepared to consider a petrol model if it kept us below that price and suited our needs. We have no brand loyalty at all, but more interested in the ones that offer long warranties.

Any suggestions?

RUTH COONEY (Dublin)

Mar 2018 Filed under: choosing new car

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