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Buying new car but which model?

A slightly odd request possibly.
I am 75 years old and have driven Renault Scenic Automatics for the last 18 years. Now I am looking to replace with a slightly smaller automatic car but am somewhat bemused by the choice available!
I would appreciate suggestions from people who have experience of models that might be suitable.
What I like about the Scenic is that it has
1) a high driving position being slightly higher than most saloons,
2) firmish seats,
3) smooth automatic transmission
4) and quite good visability.
but 5) I no longer need three seats across the back.
I would like to hear from anyone who is pleased with their slightly smaller model.
Thank you.

Comments

  • angrycrow
    angrycrow Posts: 1,111 Forumite
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    Smaller suv cross over style then. Look at Nissan duke, renault Capture or Vauxhall Mokka. The duke is a cvt box which may not be to everyone's taste.
  • Tom99
    Tom99 Posts: 5,371 Forumite
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    Once you have narrowed your choise try CarWow for quotes most of which will probably be close to you.
  • wadewade
    wadewade Posts: 735 Forumite
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    Thank you. I knew about the Captur but not the Mokka so I'll have a look at that. Call me old fashioned but I prefer the old fashioned (real!!) automatic boxes as I suspect you thought I might.
  • wadewade
    wadewade Posts: 735 Forumite
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    Tom99: Thanks for that lead. I'll give them a try in due course.
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