Help me choose a car for about €15,000 please!

What car would you recomend for a 24-year old, price range €15,000 approx. I am considering Honda Accord, Lexus IS or something similar.

Liam Duffy (Limerick)

May 2013 Filed under: choosing used car

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Expert answer

Hi Liam,

Wow, you're 24 and thinking of a Honda Accord? I thought all you young 'uns wanted Citroen Saxos or Civics? Well, frankly, I don't think I can recommend a better car than the Accord. They're comfy, refined, spacious and utterly reliable. Just watch the insurance rating as the smallest possible engine is 1.8-litre and that could really crank up your premium.

Again, the Lexus IS is a good choice with solid reliability and a playful rear-drive chassis thrown into the bargain. €15,000 gets you into the current model (just about to be replaced actually) easily enough, and the 2.2-litre diesel engine is the one to go for - it's punchy and frugal.

Let us know if you'd like other suggestions.

Neil Briscoe - Complete Car Adviser
@neilmbriscoe