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A replacement family car

My daughter has two young girls and her and her partner need a replacement for their Zafira. They need room, economy and reliability and have a budget of about £8,000.

Asked on 8 June 2011 by mainspring

Answered by Honest John
Kia Carens.
Dear Honest John,

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