Small hatchback with big boot

Whyner

Looking for suggestions for a small hatchback with a boot big enough to fit a set of golf clubs and a trolley.

By "fit", I mean without taking out any of the clubs from the bag to squeeze them in.

1.4 to 1.6 and no, not a golf or focus. Thanks...

colm_mcm

You've heard of the Octavia right?

650Ginge

Toyota Prius.

colm_mcm

650Ginge wrote: »

Toyota Prius.

I doubt it.

Whyner

colm_mcm wrote: »

You've heard of the Octavia right?

Sure have, I'm in the boot of one right now

Can't find many 1.6, would that size car in 1.4 be fairly weak?

EPM

colm_mcm wrote: »

You've heard of the Octavia right?

^^^^

What he said. Probably the biggest hatch boot in its class. The boot will take 3 bags and three trolleys but you need to take the woods out of one bag...

EPM

Whyner wrote: »

Sure have, I'm in the boot of one right now

Can't find many 1.6, would that size car in 1.4 be fairly weak?

It's brutal. And stock suspension means it corners like a boat too.

colm_mcm

Whyner wrote: »

Sure have, I'm in the boot of one right now

Can't find many 1.6, would that size car in 1.4 be fairly weak?

Yeah, 1.4 won't be too nippy. 1.6 or TDI the way to go. How much have you to spend?

langdang

Whyner wrote: »

colm_mcm wrote: »

You've heard of the Octavia right?

Sure have, I'm in the boot of one right now

Can't find many 1.6, would that size car in 1.4 be fairly weak?

I wouldn't do it to myself. Twould be pointless fitting all that stuff in the boot if you to take it out everytime you came to a hill!

Whyner

Trading in a 01 325 plus 6k

EPM

You're going to be very disappointed with the octavia. Are running costs and important consideration?

colm_mcm

Sell the 325 privately.

Go to the UK


Or keep the 325

Whyner

colm_mcm wrote: »

Sell the 325 privately.

Go to the UK


Or keep the 325

No thanks to all 3 for now

Green Hornet

The Civic hatchback has a very spacious boot and is very deep with easy access.

Whyner

EPM wrote: »

You're going to be very disappointed with the octavia. Are running costs and important consideration?

Unfortunately it's all about the cash these days. Wouldn't be fussy on looks

Whyner

Green Hornet wrote: »

The Civic hatchback has a very spacious boot and is very deep with easy access.

that just the latest model? yeah they're on my list to check out, thanks

colm_mcm

Whyner wrote: »

No thanks to all 3 for now

I don't mean stay over there!

If youre considering a 1.6 Octavia, the place is littered with them.

Volvo v50 perhaps?

EPM

Best way to save money is keep your six grand and enjoy the 325. If you're considering an Octavia get a diesel one. Much nicer to drive and a lot more economical than either of the Petrols.

Green Hornet

Whyner wrote: »

Green Hornet wrote: »

The Civic hatchback has a very spacious boot and is very deep with easy access.

that just the latest model? yeah they're on my list to check out, thanks

Yes, the 2006-2012 model (new model just being released). My wife has one and it holds a huge amount of stuff. There's a 'hidden' compartment below the floor of the boot as well.

langdang

I thought a BMW (being so prestigious, like) would've easily fit the bag, clubs, trolley and your manservant/valet/caddy in the boot! I do know a serious golfer who bought a Mazda 6 recently, but apparently that's a banning offence at any prestigious country clubs.

But seriously, you'd die of boredom with a 75bhp Octavia after a 325.

Whyner

colm_mcm wrote: »

I don't mean stay over there!


Volvo v50 perhaps?

Yeah I know, just saying I'm not on for going to the uk for a car

v50 added, thanks

Whyner

EPM wrote: »

Best way to save money is keep your six grand and enjoy the 325. If you're considering an Octavia get a diesel one. Much nicer to drive and a lot more economical than either of the Petrols.

Have had it for 2 years now, not enjoying the tax, petrol and repair bills...

Yes, I'm going to test drive some 1.9 tdis this week

Whyner

langdang wrote: »

I thought a BMW (being so prestigious, like) would've easily fit the bag, clubs, trolley and your manservant/valet/caddy in the boot! I do know a serious golfer who bought a Mazda 6 recently, but apparently that's a banning offence at any prestigious country clubs.

But seriously, you'd die of boredom with a 75bhp Octavia after a 325.

You thought wrong. Yes, only octavia being considered is the 1.9

MugMugs

An Avensis perhaps?

colm_mcm

Engine size gradually creeping up :-)

Whyner

colm_mcm wrote: »

Engine size gradually creeping up :-)

Just for the diesel, for petrol I won't go more than 1.6

Whyner

Thoughts?

http://www.tynanautos.ie/viewanad.php?ad_id=730827

EPM

It's got a full history which is a plus, mileage is nothing too bad either but it's pretty low spec, although most of the basics are covered.

unkel

I feel an epic waste of money coming up. What's your annual mileage, OP? If it is very high and your budget for variable costs is really low it would be the only reason I could see for downgrading your 6-pot BMW lion all the way down to an Octavia diesel war mileage horse

robbie_998

Green Hornet wrote: »

Yes, the 2006-2012 model (new model just being released). My wife has one and it holds a huge amount of stuff. There's a 'hidden' compartment below the floor of the boot as well.

have one myself and agree its massive

note under compartment may or may not be filled with spare wheel depending !

heate

unkel wrote: »

I feel an epic waste of money coming up. What's your annual mileage, OP? If it is very high and your budget for variable costs is really low it would be the only reason I could see for downgrading your 6-pot BMW lion all the way down to an Octavia diesel war mileage horse

Probably <10000m - 325i becomes a 1.9tdi 'saving' money. The usual