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Whick car do you recommend? Volvo V60 DRIVe(powershift) or the Peugeot 508 EMG?

I have tried them both, but read so many reviews about the bad 508 EMG! Is it really that bad? Should I rather go for the 2 litre diesel automatic instead of the EMG?

For me comfort is the most important thing. Nice ride, quiet and not too hard on the road. I drive around 30,000 km a year, summer and winter here in Norway.

Asked on 26 September 2012 by MikeNorway

Answered by Honest John
For comfort, maximum wheels size 16" with 205/55 or 205/60 R16 tyres. Do not got to bigger wheels and lower profile tyres. I've had 4.4 litres / 100km out of a 508 EMG, but I can't say it was nice to drive and I wouldn't want to try it in snow. The Powershift is a much nicer transmission to drive, but needs fresh fluid every 3 years.

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