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Tempted by a Volvo C30 - good idea?

I'm tempted by the Volvo C30 2.0D Powershift accepting that every few years I might have a big-ish bill with the DPF. Are the engine and transmission reasonably trouble-free otherwise?
Alternatively is there anything else like it that you'd recommend? I'm not that keen on the 1 Series and I'd have an A3 if it weren't for the DSG issue.

Asked on 28 December 2012 by Agog

Answered by Honest John

Ford/PSA's 2.0TDCI/HDI has been quite reliable. Certainly better than VAG's 2.0TDIs. Maybe a Honda Civic 1.8iES or SE with the 5-speed torque converter auto (not the i-shift).

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