What to replace the Punto with?

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So far, I've looked at Nissan X-Trail - love the looks but interior seems cramped for the size of car.
Honda CR-V - Good all round package. Very tempting.
Toyota Rav4 - For some reason, this just doesn't do it for me.

Anything else in this category that springs to mind for me to peruse?

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As both cars at present are small, I want to upsize to somethig with good interior space and a good boot for all those DIY trips to B&Q.

I'd be tempted by something German but the only thing what really fits the bill there are the estate cars and seeing as I'm only 28 with no kids yet, I want something a bit different. Hence why I've been looking at the 4x4's.

Possibly been spoiled by the A2 and it's interior but none of the Korean cars (Hyundai, Kia etc) appeal to me.

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What about a Land Rover Freelander, having owned one their excellent 4x4's, although watch out for early ones as they had teething problems. Hence why I got rid of mine

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You're clearly after a 4x4! I've just ordered a new Toyota Carolla T-Spirit (for the wife). They are deceptively spacious and hugely comfortable inside. If you can live without 4x4, they might be worth looking considering.

Plus, I hear that Toyota have an excellent owners club!!

Are you coming to the club social?
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Yep, I'll second the Toyota. Plus you can get a Verso Corolla which is very spacious and looks like the bigger MPV's-but isn't as big (if you know what I mean).

Welcome to the Corolla fold Stuart!.

Steve - 2002 1.4SE petrol, Silver, black/black interior, Then an identical replacement 2003 A2. Now a Toyota Corolla 1.6 T-Spirit
 
I know you don't like Japanese etc... but have a look at the new KIA Sorento... for £19000 you get a mini Merc ML BMW X5! And all tests say it is very well made inside and very handsome outside... and if you buy a XS version the badge on the back looks supiciously like X5!

http://www.kia.co.uk/sorento.html

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Personally I'd keep away from the Freelander. I dont think LR have ever ironed out the early teething problems to be honest.
Johann : I know what you mean about the Kia, however so far Kia hasn't done it for me. Had a look around most of their range at the British motorshow in the past. Quality feel just wasn't there.

I think the CRV is a sound choice though Rob. Just as good quality as the Toyota, however a slightly higher interior quality then the Rav4.

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Do yourself a favour and go and sit inside a Sorento... believe me, the quality is there, especially in the base model that does not have the wood effect, but even with the wood in the XS it is a real quality item and for the price and metal per £ paid amazing value IMHO. Thus all sold out until late 2004 I believe...

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Cant disagree about the Value for Money bit, plus next time I'm near the Kia dealer I'll take a look inside the Sorento (thats if they have already sold them all ;))

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I looked at the Volvo XC90 the other day. It costs an arm and a leg, but it's very impressive. I can't :
a)get it in the garage, it's too high
b)justify buying a 7 seater
c)afford it's running costs
d) persuade my wife that we need one.
Oh, and already owning a top of range Volvo I want nothing less and it's far too expensive with all the toys.
But it is really nice!
 
Richard, I agree with you on the XC90. Fortunately my wife also really likes it, however I sort of lied about the price when she asked. I told her you could pick one up for about 20k - if I told her the real cost, she would have lost interest quickly.

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I'm still trying to justify to myself if I can warrant getting a 4x4. My other faves at the mo are the new Honda Accord (only available in 4door & estate though) and the Mazda 6. Might look at these more closely.

Like I said before I want something practical (5door) and stylish.

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Mazda 6 is receiving many awards and good reviews at present. The Accord is nice, but I never felt a flutter in my heart when I see one-a bit bland. Thought about the new Avensis-good safe car?.

Saw a couple of the VW Tourag the other day-very nice lookers.

Steve - 2002 1.4SE petrol, Silver, black/black interior, Then an identical replacement 2003 A2. Now a Toyota Corolla 1.6 T-Spirit
 
I think that a good dealer is an important part of the choice. I couldn't recommend my Volvo dealer (the biggest in the country) especially when you sport nearly £40 on a new XC 90.
 
Watch this space because soon my sig will sport a yellow Mazda6 2,3 Sport!!! We'll probably order it in the next month... It is a brilliant car! It does not feel like a barge, the Vectra did, though it is big. Handles like a true sportscar: firm but forgiving, nice interior, LOADS of space and style... so if you're not going the 4x4 route this is my choice as well...

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