Some 4 years ago I acted on your advice and bought a Toyota Avensis hatchback, 2.2 diesel. We live in an attractive part of the Scottish Highlands and most of my average of 14,000 miles pa is long distance, 70miles plus. I am looking to change, probably to a nearly new equivalent. I have been very pleased with the car and would not object to replacing it with a later model Avensis. I get about 41mpg, drive most of my time on cruise control and would look for a car of equivalent size, room, power and performance. We get a lot of daft drivers up here so I want good security and acceleration to get out of trouble. I would expect to keep the car for 4/5 years and want it to be covered by warranty over that period. Budget about £18k. Any advice would be appreciated.