What is life like with your car? Let us know and win £500 in John Lewis vouchers | No thanks
Are there any cars that will fit a mattress in the back but aren't too expensive to insure?
My son, 20, is learning to drive. When he passes, he wants a vehicle to take on climbing, walking and camping trips in the UK. He wants to fit a mattress and climbing gear into the back and sleep overnight. Is there anything out there that he could afford to insure? Vans or cars, he's not fussed.
Asked on 24 August 2020 by David Craig
Answered by
Andrew Brady
A small hatchback and a tent is probably his best option. Otherwise, how about a Honda Jazz or Skoda Fabia Estate? Not trendy choices, but should be fairly cheap to insure and more practical than something like a Ford Fiesta.
Similar questions
What is the basic difference between a hatchback and an estate car, other than the size of the boot? And why are estate cars more expensive?
My wife owns a 1971 Morris Minor Traveller with just over 100,000 miles on the clock, which she has enjoyed over many years. However, with ageing bones (mine too), she feels she needs something slightly...
My Mazda 2 has just been written off following an accident and I need to buy a replacement. Ideally, I would like something bigger and more practical, with some performance and a petrol engine.
I have...
Related models
.jpg?width=115&height=75&rmode=crop)
Unrivalled practicality and versatility. Plenty of room for four adults to travel in comfort. Surprisingly fun to drive, especially 1.5 i-VTEC Sport.
.jpg?width=115&height=75&rmode=crop)
Solid build quality, impressive interior space, good range of small and frugal engines, composed ride and handling.
.jpg)
