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What's the best family car under £8000?

What's the best family car up to £8000 and under 100,000 miles?

Asked on 30 November 2020 by Peter Croft

Answered by Andrew Brady
A Kia Sportage could be a good choice. Cheap to run, practical and you may find one with some of its original seven-year warranty remaining. A Skoda Octavia's worth a look, too – both the hatch and estate are very practical.
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