2 into 1

For years we have been a 2-car family - currently with a 6 yr old Toyota Verso and a Honda Civic that is 9 yrs old. My husband died in August and I need a car that can carry small grandchildren, a large dog, shopping, take stuff to the tip, go on the motorway but be also nippy round town and to park? Help? I would prefer petrol either automatic or manual though I like manual, and probably do only about 3-4 thousand miles a year. I would buy new or 2-3 yr old, and am happy to spend £20,000.

Asked on 28 November 2011 by BS, Troon

Answered by Honest John
New Ford Grand C-Max. Takes 7 at a pinch and is delightful to drive. Or a new model Mazda 5. That drives almost as well and has the option of electric sliding side doors.
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