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I'm looking for a small automatic 4x4 - what do you suggest?

I own a Dacia Duster 4x4 manual and due to a troublesome left hip find using the clutch pedal painful. I chose this car because being a little ancient I could easily climb in and easily climb out.I thought an automatic would make life easier and have considered the new auto Duster. Is there anything else I should consider?

Asked on 20 July 2018 by jimroscow

Answered by Honest John
The 1.5 dCi automatic is not available (yet) in the new shape Duster, but a dealer might be able to find an old shape for you. A good alternative is a Peugeot 2008 1.2 Puretech 110 EAT6 that has a proper 6-speed torque converter automatic transmission.
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