What used petrol saloon car should I buy?
I want to buy a used, low mileage petrol car with 4-5 comfortable seats, preferably European badged. We are in our 80s and so easy access would be appreciated, as would flat loading to the boot. Currently I drive a Jaguar XFR-Sport.
What should I buy? We have only looked at Skoda so far.
What should I buy? We have only looked at Skoda so far.
Asked on 20 May 2026 by Alan Milne
Answered by
David Ross
Looking at a Skoda is a sensible starting point, although typically saloons have a significant boot lip so you may need to widen your criteria to include hatchbacks and estates like the Superb. This would also allow you to look at cars like the previous generation Audi A6 Avant or Mercedes-Benz E-Class Estate. If it has to be a saloon we would suggest the Mercedes-Benz E-Class or the BMW 5-Series.
Our Fuel Cost Calculator shows you which will be the best choice for you.
Compare the running costs of petrol, diesel and electric cars to make the right choice for you.
Similar questions
I travel daily from Kendal, Cumbria to Barrow-In-Furness, Cumbria, it's roughly a 68 mile round trip. Which saloon cars do you recommend for under £10,000 that are good on MPG?
I'm thinking of replacing my Volkswagen Bora, which I have owned for fourteen years. I'm looking for something similar (saloon with boot) there seems little choice other than a BMW, which I do not want....
We need to replace our SEAT Altea. We have a £4500 budget and two growing children, but only a small commute. I'm taken with the idea of a Volkswagen Passat, SEAT Exeo, Honda Accord or Toyota Avensis....
Related models
Elsewhere on 
