What's the best premium estate car for £25,000?

I have around £25,000 to spend on a used estate car. I want to replace my old 2010 Volvo XC70 which is dependable but boring. I can't decide between the BMW 530 XDrive, Mercedes-Benz E350, and Audi A6. I do about 12,000 miles per year and would like better performance but need storage space for my fishing gear. What would you buy?

Asked on 18 January 2023 by David Kent

Answered by Andrew Brady

How about a Volkswagen Golf R Estate? It's a bit smaller than the cars you're looking at but very practical for its size and a lot of fun. You'll get a choice of tidy examples from around 2017 within budget. Alternatively, a Jaguar XF Sportbrake sounds like it could fit the bill. They're great to drive, feel pretty special and should have plenty of room for your fishing gear.

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