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Changing car

  • 20-10-2016 6:08pm
    #1
    rgace
    Closed Accounts Posts: 479 ✭✭


    Hi,
    I am looking to change my 1.4 06 Focus as I am now driving ~ 40 thousand Kms pa.
    Mainly looking for fuel efficiency, nice to drive, a bit more power and hopefully something reliable.
    No kids etc so not too concerned about space.

    Budget is fairly flexible but I would like to keep between 10-15K if it's possible to get something decent in that range.
    Thanks for you help


Comments

  • #2
    selectamatic
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 4,055 ✭✭✭selectamatic


    Gtd golf?


  • #3
    bazz26
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 51,363 ✭✭✭✭bazz26


    With annual mileage of 40k km you should put comfort towards the top of your list too. Maybe look at something from the class above the Focus/Golf and the higher up the class you the more comfortable the car tends to be.


  • #4
    punisher5112
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 24,644 ✭✭✭✭punisher5112


    Kia ceed hyundai i30 ford Mondeo or focus skoda Fabia or Octavia


  • #5
    rgace
    Closed Accounts Posts: 479 ✭✭rgace


    bazz26 wrote: »
    With annual mileage of 40k km you should put comfort towards the top of your list too. Maybe look at something from the class above the Focus/Golf and the higher up the class you the more comfortable the car tends to be.

    Ya, I suppose when I said nice to drive I meant comfortable really!

    Thanks for all your replies I will have a look into your suggestions now


  • #6
    porsche boy
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 1,560 ✭✭✭porsche boy


    If your going to diesel, and Im guessing theres a chance you will just be weary of 1.5 & 1.6 diesel options. These engines can be fine but if not properly cared for and maintained by previous owners you could be getting yourself into a world of pain. Also the supposed better fuel efficiency is marginal in the real world. Older 1.9 diesels in the audi/vw/skoda/seat and the newer 2.0 diesels seem to be a better engine.

    If it were me with those list of requirememts id consider a Jag X-Type, Hyundai Sonata, Volvo S60, Kia Optima or Hknda Accord.


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  • #7
    GustavoFring
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 3,076 ✭✭✭GustavoFring


    If you want some poke don't buy the basic diesel offering. It might immediately seem quicker than the focus but going from a 1.6 diesel to a 2 litre makes a big difference. Decent headlights are worth looking for - xenon's or LEDs. Bigger cars usually mean more comfort but the seats make a huge difference so make sure to try as long a test drive as you can.

    After that cruise control, climate control are handy. Small wheels mean cheaper tyres and better ride. Auto lights and wipers, auto dim mirrors.


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