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What small diesel automatic?

I am looking to buy a new but not too big diesel automatic - what do you recommend?

Asked on 10 September 2012 by des

Answered by Honest John
Better a Toyota Verso 1.8i Valvematic Multidrive S (petrol). Far better to drive than the diesel auto, with similar CO2 and economy.
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