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Can you recommend a reliable people carrier?

I want to buy a compact and reliable people carrier. Can you recommend a reliable model? I want to run it for 10 years.

Asked on 21 April 2015 by Janine Baker

Answered by Honest John
Mazda 5, often at bargain prices, offers an excellent compromise between comfort and handling. More expensive, the new Volkswagen Golf SV is very good as long as you avoid DSG automatics.
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