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I'd like a new car that is really comfortable.

Hi,

I have just been reading Neil Briscoe's article (June 2016) about Citroen's new suspension system. I take it Neil wasn't too impressed. I have a 2003 Citroen C5 that is a fantastically comfortable car. It will have to be replaced sometime unfortunately. Because I have spine injuries I would need something that is the equivalent in terms of a smooth ride.

What do you think the chances are of finding same?

Thanks

Clare

Clare McLoughin (Tullamore)

Nov 2016 Filed under: choosing new car

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Hi Clare,

Well, if I gave the impression that I wasn’t too impressed, then that’s not quite right as we haven’t yet driven a new Citroen model equipped with the new Advanced Comfort suspension system. It won’t go into production until next year (2017). We have just driven the new Citroen C3, which has a very impressive ride quality on standard springs and dampers, so the omens for the new system are good.

As for current cars with really good ride quality, the trick is to stay well away from anything with a sports kit or big alloy wheels. Avoid anything that has an M Sport or AMG-Line or S line badge, and anything with wheels bigger than 17 inches or with really low profile tyres. I’d say if you’re replacing a Citroen C5 (lovely car, hugely underrated) your best bet for something with truly soothing ride comfort would probably be a current-shape Volkswagen Passat, which also has really good, supportive seats. Again, stay away from big optional alloys and you should be fine. A Toyota Avensis is also worth trying.

Neil Briscoe - Complete Car Advisor
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