Hello,
I currently have a Renault Clio 1.5dci, which I used to go to university. But now I take the train, and no longer need such a frugal car, and also would prefer a smoother petrol engine. Also not being the smallest of people, I want a car which I can comfortably sit in and also fit adults comfortably in the back. I want a car with a small-ish engine, which is also cheap to insure. Any ideas?
Thanks
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Answer
Hello,
As an academic sort, you will probably understand vend diagrams. Right in the middle where all the circles overlap, is a small family hatchback with a 1.4 litre engine.
The 1.4 engines have enough torque to be nippy in town and enough power to cruise down the motorway.
But as far as the insurance computer is concerned it is neither desirable to steal, nor powerful enough to crash easily, so the premium is nice and compact.
You are spoilt for choice: Vauxhall Astra, Ford Focus, Nissan Almera, Mazda 3, Honda Civic, Chrysler PT Cruise (if you have a sense of humour). I would have any of these cars (except the PT Cruiser).
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