Are there any issues with the Citroen C4 Picasso?

I am about to buy a Citroen C4 Picasso petrol manual car. I travel about 10,000 miles a year with a few short trips and currently have a 2003 Renault Scenic. Is there anything that I should be aware of or any other cars you'd recommend?

Asked on 30 June 2012 by DG, Ipswich

Answered by Honest John

Firstly, while the 7-seat C4 Grand Picasso is okay, the 5-seat C4 Picasso is unbelievably, hideously, ungainly ugly. If you think otherwise, I suggest a trip to Specsavers. In any case, a recommendation is supposed to be the best, and the best is a Mazda 5 1.6TS2 for its incredibly supple suspension that gives a fantastic ride, yet also brilliant handling.

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