What would you recommend as a new car under £40k that is quiet and comfortable on the motorway?

Asked on 18 February 2019 by Pinner, Middx

Answered by Andrew Brady

Any premium car will be very quiet and refined on the motorway. A Volvo S90 starts at around £36,000 and would be a lovely choice for covering high miles. Also consider an Audi A6 - or look a size smaller at cars like the Mercedes-Benz C-Class.

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