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Is this too much mileage for a Peugeot 508?

Would you consider 119k kilometres too much on a 2012 Peugeot 508 diesel?

Mark Hamilton (Dublin)

Apr 2016 Filed under: diesel

Expert answer

Hi Mark,

It's more important to look at the condition than the mileage, really. If all of those miles were on the motorway, if it's shiny and fresh-looking and there's a service book full of nice dealer stamps then it should be fine. 


When do you review the Volvo S90?

Hi,

When do you estimate that you will have a review of the new Volvo S90 on your website?

James Murphy (Cork)

Apr 2016 Filed under: future cars

Expert answer

Hi James,

We are driving the new Volvo S90 and V90 on 16-17 June and the review will be live on the Car Reviews page shortly after.


Is 1.6 diesel enough for new Mercedes C-Class?

The new C-Class Mercedes has option of a 1.6 diesel engine with 115hp. Is that a little weak for a big car? What do you think?

Oliver Buckley (Bandon Co Cork)

Apr 2016 Filed under: choosing new car

Expert answer

Hi Oliver,

Actually, it's really good. True, not the fastest car in history, but peppier than you'd expect, smooth and very economical. Actually suits the car rather well, but if you're doing low mileage, have a look at a C 180 petrol model, which uses a 1.6 turbo petrol engine. Well worth checking out. 


How can I compare all the electric cars?

Hi,

Is there anywhere one can see all currently available electric cars compared, not just under the usual headings of driving range, charging times, 0 to 100km/h time and overall drivability and practicality, but also the overall running costs (electricity charges, road tax etc.), which can vary when you include battery lease models like the Renault Zoe?

Donal M

Donal Murphy (Cork)

Apr 2016 Filed under: electric cars

Expert answer

Hi Donal,

Short answer – no. That’s partially down to the fact that such in-depth comparisons have to take into account the type of mileage you do, the electricity tariff you’re on and more. The best I can suggest is that you have a good long look through our various electric car reviews and then use the cost calculators on both the ESB and SEAI websites to further refine your research:

BMW i3 review

Mercedes-Benz B-Class Electric

Nissan Leaf review

Renault Zoe review

Tesla Model S review

Volkswagen e-up! review

Volkswagen e-Golf review 


Will the new Mercedes E-Class have 4Matic?

Will there be a 4Matic option available in Ireland for the new Mercedes E-Class saloon?

Sean Cotter (Newtownmountkennedy)

Apr 2016 Filed under: future engines

Expert answer

Hi Sean,

Yes, 4Matic four-wheel drive will arrive in Ireland this September on the new Mercedes-Benz E-Class. Read our review of the Mercedes-Benz E 400 4Matic here.


What's the new automatic Tiguan like?

New Volkswagen Tiguan 2.0 diesel automatic: what are they like?

Larry Loughnane (Clonmel Co Tipperary )

Apr 2016 Filed under: choosing new car

Expert answer

Hi Larry,

The seven-speed DSG automatic works very well with the 2.0-litre TDI engine. Around town and in traffic is makes driving relaxed and easy while the long top gear means the engine revs remain low on longer motorway journeys. In fact, the noise insulation in the new Tiguan is very good and you'd almost forget that you're driving a diesel.

I also drove the manual version, and to be fair it drive very well too. If you can afford the price jump to get the DSG automatic though I would recommend it. 

Read our Volkswagen Tiguan review in full


What do you think of the new Mercedes GLC?

What is your honest opinion on the new GLC Mercedes 220 Exclusive?

Colm MacBride (Donegal)

Apr 2016 Filed under: choosing new car

Expert answer

Hi Colm,

To date, we've only driven the new GLC at the international launch. I drove several versions including the GLC 220d 4Matic (read that review here) and I was very impressed. It seems to be the most comfortable car in the class and also one of the most refined and spacious. Final judgement when we drive it shortly on Irish roads in Irish specifications, but has the potential to top the segment. Will certainly give the new Jaguar F-Paces a run for its money.


Should I go for a new Skoda Superb Combi?

Need to upgrade from a 2008  Audi A4 saloon due to family expansion. Is the new Skoda Superb Combi a reasonable option in terms of drive quality and premium feel?

Mike

Mike Gallagher (Cork)

Apr 2016 Filed under: choosing new car

Expert answer

Hi Mike,

 

Yes, yes, yes and oh, yes. Basically, it’s almost exactly like an A4 (same engines, same platform, same buttons, switches and touch-screen), but much more roomy (space for three child car seats abreast on the back seat and a massive 600-litre boot) and a lot cheaper to buy. Perhaps a touch noisier than the Audi, and maybe a little less precise to the steering, but you won’t feel short-changed.

Read our Skoda Superb Combi review here


Would depreciation be bad on a new DS 5?

Would a new DS 5 depreciate ruinously?

David Sexton (Dublin)

Mar 2016 Filed under: resale value

Expert answer

Hi David,

Probably. Irish figures are a little tricky to come by, not least because garages tend to artificially inflate advertised prices for used cars, but it seems that a DS 5 will lose at least €12,000 – or around a third of its value – in the first year alone. 


How much more for the AMG C 63 Cabriolet?

You did a story on the new Mercedes-AMG C 63 Cabriolet recently. Do you have any idea of the likely price premium for a cabrio over the more "basic" C-Class Coupe models?

Also, Mazda will be introducing a targa top version of the MX 5. Again do you have any idea of the likely price difference?

Thank you

Philip Donegan (Ballina)

Mar 2016 Filed under: future cars

Expert answer

Hi Philip,

We don’t have exact pricing details for either as yet, but you can probably figure on paying an extra €1,500 to €2,000 for the convertible in the case of the Merc or the hard-top in the case of the Mazda.


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