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I am looking to replace my ageing 2000X Ford Focus with an auto that has a higher driving position. I have looked at the Honda CR-V, Nissan Qashqai and Ford C-Max. Any other ideas or suggestions as to which is best and where else I should be looking please?
Asked on 23 January 2010 by M.B., via e-mail
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The CR-V is a real comfort zone and a very pleasant way to travel. Ford now offers its Powershift box in the C-Max diesel, equivalent of
VAG's DGS, and, so far, smoother shifting and more reliable. Qashqais come with a CVT with petrol engines and a torque converter auto with diesels. Avoid silly wheels on the Qashqai. 17" and 18" wheels ruin the ride and the car’s otherwise excellent ability to absorb potholes and pothills.
VAG's DGS, and, so far, smoother shifting and more reliable. Qashqais come with a CVT with petrol engines and a torque converter auto with diesels. Avoid silly wheels on the Qashqai. 17" and 18" wheels ruin the ride and the car’s otherwise excellent ability to absorb potholes and pothills.
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