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Buying a used estate - what's best?
I need to replace my old Volkswagen Passat diesel estate with something comfortable and reliable. I do less than average mileage and am happy with either a petrol or diesel. Ideally, I want something used and practical. What do you suggest?
Asked on 8 October 2013 by clippie
Answered by
Honest John
For low mileage, petrol is better and cheaper. Much cheaper on repair bills too, but even the 1.8 and 2.0 TSI petrol engines have had a few problems in Audis. Better a Toyota Avensis 1.8i or 2.0i Valvematic.
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