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Replacement car

My wife has decided that after 25 years of driving cabriolets she needs something easier to get in/out of. The budget is around £11,000 and the requirements are 5 doors, auto preferably, easy to park, comfortable for long drives (UK-Spain at least once a year), centre arm rests, cruise & climate control, economical. We don't really know the market that well but the driving position of a C4 Picasso /Xsara she likes, and the looks of the RAV4. Any pointers?

Asked on 3 October 2010 by paulc307

Answered by Honest John

Yes, Picassos are okay, C-Maxes are okay, RAV-4s are more expensive to run, can just about get a current shape Honda CR-V for £11k and they are very comfortable.

Tags: buying mpvs used cars

Dear Honest John,

Please help me choose my next car. I would like it to have:

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