Along the subject of SUVs here, the wife has been looking to replace her current one. She's been looking at the Disco, F-Pace and the Volvo XC60 but is finding herself more drawn to the bigger XC90. Any thoughts?
I've been looking to replace my Jeep. Had a look around. BMW X5 and X6 both seemed dated. F-Pace didn't even bother asking for a test drive. Looked quite cheap and mysteriously, getting in and out seemed impossible without either rubbing your trousers over the door sill and/or hitting your head, weird. Currently a toss up between a Range Rover Sport (didn't like the new Range Rover Velar or the Evoque) and the Maserati Levante. There's a face-lift Sport due this autumn with better interior (3 different touch screens!) and the Maser has a "S" version due in September with a tasty Ferrari 3.0l twin turbo petrol engine. I'm not looking at the Audi Qs (see above) or the Volvo. The latter seems to have a lot going for it but surely a small 4-cyl engine is a mistake in a vehicle that size? I've also heard bad things about Merc GLCs and the front tyres crabbing in low temperatures. Merc says they are fine and you should buy a separate set of winter tyres. Yeah, right. https://honestjohn.co.uk/news/miscellaneous/2017-01/mercedes-benz-refuses-to-fix-crabbing-problem/
Ok Just found a newer one similar price, has anyone else ever bought directly online as I've found a beauty but it's in Halifax lol!
I wouldn't do that, if it really is that good. Low miles, full service history, immaculate bodywork and interior, hp clear then allow yourself a day out on the train to Halifax don't part with any money or commit yourself until you have seen it though. If they are a big car retailer they will send it nearer to you assuming you make it clear your intentions.
Currently have a 2014 a3 quattro diesel, company car no issues, good car. in saying that in September when I renew, I will get something else.
Maybe the real thing (BMW/Merc) as opposed to a wannabee? ;-)
I never got on with my 5 series. Steering was heavier than I'd expected so I never quite enjoyed the drive as much as I'd hoped. That said you could get a ridiculous amount in the tourer's boot.
Currently have a 2014 a3 quattro diesel, company car no issues, good car. in saying that in September when I renew, I will get something else.
Maybe the real thing (BMW/Merc) as opposed to a wannabee? ;-)
I never got on with my 5 series. Steering was heavier than I'd expected so I never quite enjoyed the drive as much as I'd hoped. That said you could get a ridiculous amount in the tourer's boot.
The 5 series is alarmingly good value for money as a used car. My problem with BMW is you need to really go top end to get any trim or interior to speak of, for a higher end manufacturer they feel really sparse and cheap inside. And that's imortant to me given that when you drive it you generally see a lot of the interior. Mercedes-Benz and Audi piss all over them for that. I love Audi styling but over the last few years Mercedes have really upped their game
Along the subject of SUVs here, the wife has been looking to replace her current one. She's been looking at the Disco, F-Pace and the Volvo XC60 but is finding herself more drawn to the bigger XC90. Any thoughts?
I've been looking to replace my Jeep. Had a look around. BMW X5 and X6 both seemed dated. F-Pace didn't even bother asking for a test drive. Looked quite cheap and mysteriously, getting in and out seemed impossible without either rubbing your trousers over the door sill and/or hitting your head, weird. Currently a toss up between a Range Rover Sport (didn't like the new Range Rover Velar or the Evoque) and the Maserati Levante. There's a face-lift Sport due this autumn with better interior (3 different touch screens!) and the Maser has a "S" version due in September with a tasty Ferrari 3.0l twin turbo petrol engine. I'm not looking at the Audi Qs (see above) or the Volvo. The latter seems to have a lot going for it but surely a small 4-cyl engine is a mistake in a vehicle that size? I've also heard bad things about Merc GLCs and the front tyres crabbing in low temperatures. Merc says they are fine and you should buy a separate set of winter tyres. Yeah, right. https://honestjohn.co.uk/news/miscellaneous/2017-01/mercedes-benz-refuses-to-fix-crabbing-problem/
I'm currently driving an X5 40e - the hybrid. Very pleased with it.
I actually ordered a Volvo XC90 T8 (again hybrid) - it's a great car but cancelled the order very late as I just couldn't have a Volvo! The 4 pot petrol mated to the electic motor is more than powerful enough.
RR Sport is a pretty safe option - I wouldn't touch the Levante with a barge pole. Now the new Lambo SUV .......
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Currently a toss up between a Range Rover Sport (didn't like the new Range Rover Velar or the Evoque) and the Maserati Levante. There's a face-lift Sport due this autumn with better interior (3 different touch screens!) and the Maser has a "S" version due in September with a tasty Ferrari 3.0l twin turbo petrol engine. I'm not looking at the Audi Qs (see above) or the Volvo. The latter seems to have a lot going for it but surely a small 4-cyl engine is a mistake in a vehicle that size? I've also heard bad things about Merc GLCs and the front tyres crabbing in low temperatures. Merc says they are fine and you should buy a separate set of winter tyres. Yeah, right. https://honestjohn.co.uk/news/miscellaneous/2017-01/mercedes-benz-refuses-to-fix-crabbing-problem/
I actually ordered a Volvo XC90 T8 (again hybrid) - it's a great car but cancelled the order very late as I just couldn't have a Volvo! The 4 pot petrol mated to the electic motor is more than powerful enough.
RR Sport is a pretty safe option - I wouldn't touch the Levante with a barge pole. Now the new Lambo SUV .......