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Comfortable automatics

I have decided to empty the bank to get a good automatic car for my daily commute to work which is all done on motorways. I have a maximum budget of £8,000 but would preferably like to spend less. The car needs to be comfortable as I suffer back problems, have a bit of power to it and be safe.

I have thought about the Lexus IS 250 and the Focus 2.0 automatic. What would you suggest? I'm open to suggestions.

Asked on 29 June 2012 by Kris

Answered by Honest John
Lexus IS250 excellent.
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