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Mr Softy

I would like to know what reasonably-priced cars have a soft suspension as my wife has back problems.

Asked on 23 January 2010 by M.M., Worthing

Answered by Honest John

The new Renault Megane and the new Vauxhall Astra on 15" wheels with 195/65 R15 tyres are best of the Focus class. Smaller, the Citroen C3 Picasso on 195/55 R15 tyres and Nissan Note on 185/65 R14 tyres are good (and easy to get in and out of). Smaller still, the forthcoming new Citroen C3 (arriving February 2010) rides best of the superminis.

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Dear Honest John,

Please help me choose my next car. I would like it to have:

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