VW Passat or Volvo S40 on the scrappage scheme?
Hi guys,
Going for scrappage deal, buying 1.6 diesel. Which car is the one to buy: VW Passat Comfortline 1.6 diesel BlueMotion or Volvo S40 SE 1.6 diesel? I am scrapping a Passat 1.9 diesel.
Thanks
Jimmy Dillon (Swords, Dublin)Jun 2010 Filed under: scrappage
Expert answer
Hi Jimmy,
A quick scout around suggests that it should be possible to buy either of those two cars for about the same price on the scrappage scheme so we'll take price out of the equation.
In terms of economy, emissions and performance, the cars are well-matched too and both are well-equipped as standard.
However, the Passat is a significantly bigger car and it feels it, with more room for passengers and a significantly larger boot. It hence feels like you're getting a lot more for your money in the VW.
Hope that helps.
Which large 4x4 for growing family?
Hi Guys,
Congratulations with the site and wishing you great success! Currently in deliberations with my husband on choosing a new 4x4 as our primary family car. Our BMW X3 is too small for our growing family. What is the advice you can offer on the following models: GMC Tahoe or Nissan Patrol 2010? Please take into consideration that we live in Dubai when answering. Thanking you in advance!
Marie and Constantine Economou
Marie Economou (Dubai)May 2010 Filed under: choosing new car
Expert answer
Hi Marie/Constantine,
Neither of the two vehicles you mention is currently on sale in Ireland. Saying that, I have driven the Patrol and it's a huge, rugged 4x4 that may well be suited to life in your part of the world. I'm not sure how often you plan to go sand dune driving, but either of those would cope well with that, along with having plenty of space for your growing family.
Here in Ireland large petrol 4x4s are not very popular, whereas I guess it's quite different in Dubai.
Other vehicles to consider are the excellent Volvo XC90, or, if you want to stick with BMW, the new X5. Both come with a good range of petrol and diesel engine too.
Let us know how you get on.