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Evoque, GLA, 3 Series or Mazda CX-5?!
I'm driving a Audi A4 4 1.9 diesel and I will be trading in over the next few months. Mercedes-Benz has offered me best deal so far to buy a GLA 220 Urban model. I am also looking at 3 Series BMW Sport 318d, and the Range Rover Evoque and I looked at the Mazda CX5. I drove the Audi Q3 last year and I was very disappointed with the seats. Which of the above would you recommend? My heart would love the Evoque, but my head says it's not a German. I am a lady driver doing mostly motorway and around town driving. I would appreciate any opinion you may have.
Mary O Donnell (Clare )Jul 2014 Filed under: choosing new car
Expert answer
Hi Mary,
OK, lots of options there. The Evoque is a really lovely car to be honest, but does suffer a bit from a too-harsh ride quality. Gorgeous to look at though.
The CX-5 is the choice from the point of view of reliability - Mazdas just don't break. Really good to drive too, but surprisingly thirsty.
The BMW is probably the best of the bunch. Smooth, fabulous to drive, comfy and hugely economical. Worth trying the more affordable 316d too - not much of a performance gap and even better economy.
The GLA I'd avoid - not a bad car per se, but basically a more expensive A-Class with SUV pretentions. If you want a proper Mercedes look instead at the gorgeous CLA or the brilliant new C-Class.
Let us know which way you go
Neil Briscoe - Complete Car Adviser@neilmbriscoe