Which large family estate car should I buy?

I'm looking for a spacious diesel estate car. I need lots of rear leg room and space in the boot. I do about 25,000 miles year, so need a diesel. I also want a car that will cover 0-60mph in less than 10 seconds. I have a budget of around £6000 and looking at something less than 6 years old.

I was thinking of the Mazda 6, Toyota Avensis or a Ford Mondeo. I'm concerned over the Mondeo as every Ford I've ever owned had bits of interior falling off. Which car would you buy?

Asked on 21 May 2014 by mberry77

Answered by Honest John

Not a Mazda 6 this age due to DPF problems impacting on engines. Avensis 2.2 diesel so-so. Mondeo better. Could also consider a Skoda Superb, and a SEAT Exeo ST.

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