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Meriva or C3 on Motability?
I'm due to get new Motability car in August. I chose a Citroen C3 Picasso or a Vauxhall Meriva - both auto - both disel. You have rated both quite highly.
I'm disabled (no wheel-chair) with access limitations. Which is best and in each case which is the best engine?
I'm disabled (no wheel-chair) with access limitations. Which is best and in each case which is the best engine?
Asked on 23 May 2012 by David
Answered by
Honest John
The C3 Picasso 'auto' has an EGC, which is an automated manual, not an automatic. So make sure you can get on with one of these before committing. The Meriva has a 6 speed torque converter auto. On a 3 year Motability contract, DPF problems from short run use are not your worry.
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