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Which sensible but fun car could I buy to replace my Subaru Impreza WRX?
I currently own an '08 plate Subaru Impreza WRX which I love dearly but, having been caught speeding (39 in a 30 zone!) earlier this year, I now have three points on my licence and my insurance premium has doubled. My current mpg is around 26 and I paid £435 for my tax 'til Feb 2011.
I was thinking it might now be a good time to look for a sensible car to at least halve my fuel consumption, reduce my road tax dramatically and reduce my insurance costs as well. I have two small children and need five doors. I also love my cars and don't want anything too dull. I've been looking around but it's not an area I'm very familiar with and I would really welcome some suggestions.
I was thinking it might now be a good time to look for a sensible car to at least halve my fuel consumption, reduce my road tax dramatically and reduce my insurance costs as well. I have two small children and need five doors. I also love my cars and don't want anything too dull. I've been looking around but it's not an area I'm very familiar with and I would really welcome some suggestions.
Asked on 30 June 2010 by JOCO
Answered by
David Ross
We're not sure what you're budget is, but if you're after a five door car that's affordable to run but not dull we'd suggest considering something like an Alfa Romeo 159 Sportwagon, which is practical but stylish. The 1.9 JTDm 150bhp engine is economical too, with lower road tax of £155 a year. If you don't want anything that big, then a Honda Civic is a great five-door hatchback that's also very practical.
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