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Which fuel to get for lots of commuting?
Hello,
I have a 1.4-litre 171 hatchback Volkswagen Polo with manual transmission and a diesel engine. I drive approx 100km a day five days a week for work, and the car currently has a mileage of approx 116,000km on the clock. Given that diesel and petrol cars are currently being phased out of the market, what's the best car for me to invest in, going forward given that I drive long distance and also do a lot of driving in cities? Is hybrid or electric the best option for long distance commuting and city driving?
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Anne O'Sullivan (Cork)
Oct 2019 Filed under: choosing new car
What will we replace our Passat with?
Hi there I have a query please.
I have a 181 Passat Comfortline with 78,000km on the clock. We are looking to change as we do every two years. We have got varying prices of €15,000 for the Passat and €16,000 for a Tiguan. We are thinking of the SUV route and have also priced the Skoda Karoq, where we were quoted €11,000. We don't think we are willing to pay as dear to stay Volkswagen, but the garage has a 192 demo Tiguan for €11,000 and wondering if that is worth it. Because of high mileage, resale value is a consideration.
Any advice appreciated.
Eleanor McGrath (Co.Clare)
Oct 2019 Filed under: choosing new car
Can I buy a Grand California in the USA?
Where and when can I purchase a VW Grand California RV in the USA?
Korey N (Brandon )
Oct 2019 Filed under: choosing new car
Difference between these SEAT Tarracos?
What is the difference between the SEAT Tarraco XCellence and the XCellence Lux besides the price?
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Mat Monteith (Warrington)
Aug 2019 Filed under: choosing new car
Lease or buy a Porsche Macan?
Would you lease or purchase a Porsche Macan? Looking at 2019 registrations max one previous owner.
Michelle Morgan (Bromley)
Aug 2019 Filed under: choosing new car
A Toyota a replace my Skoda Superb with?
Hi,
I currently have a Skoda Superb estate, which I find handy for the occasional bulky load. I was thinking of probably changing it for a similar model (having daydreamed of more exotic cars like a Ford Raptor - I'm just not willing to pay the annual road tax). However, there is a view out there that the most reliable cars are Toyotas. Is there a Toyota that would come close to to the Superb estate in terms of load capacity?
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Philip
Philip Donegan (Ballina)
Aug 2019 Filed under: choosing new car
Audi A3 Saloon or Mercedes CLA?
Hi,
I am looking for a little advice on changing my car. I have a 2010 Audi A3 Sportback 1.6 TDI and am trying to make my mind up between the Audi A3 Saloon and the Mercedes CLA. Petrol I'm thinking? And most likely new or one year old. Any advice would be really appreciated.
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Claire
Claire Murphy
Jul 2019 Filed under: choosing new car
Can I trade my car in against a Tesla?
If I order a Tesla Model 3 for 2020, how can I trade in my current car, given that Tesla only makes electric cars?
James Hanley (Dublin)
Jun 2019 Filed under: choosing new car
What will I replace my VW Golf R with?
I recently had my 182 VW Golf R stolen. They broke into my home to take the keys, which terrified us all, most especially my kids. Now I need to buy a replacement car. I have no clue what to buy due to the rapidly changing pace of cars from diesel to electric and I cannot hold out until the autumn for the launch of newer cars. What I would like is something no smaller than a Golf, up to any size. It cannot be a flashy car or a targeted car like my Golf R, but not as boring as the typical taxi car either. Believe it or not I would like something as fuel efficient as possible without compromising on build or ride quality. I mainly drive country roads and motorways, with city driving maybe once a week. I find cars like hatchbacks great for getting more stuff in when the seats are down. I would also like the car to keep with the times for the next three years so not diesel.
Hope you can help
Joe Lyons (Dundalk)
Apr 2019 Filed under: choosing new car
Which exec EV to replace my Jaguar with?
I plan on replacing a Jaguar XF diesel next year and would like to move to a “greener” alternative. Are you aware of any PHEVs or pure electric cars that are expected this year in the executive category apart from BMW 530e and Mercedes E 350 de? I would like to go all electric but prices seem very high at the moment. I drive about 40,000km per annum so hybrid diesel or pure electric with good range look to me like the best options. The only executive EVs all seem to be around the €90k mark, which is too high for me.
Joe Peterson (Wicklow)
Jun 2019 Filed under: choosing new car
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