My Volkswagen Polo 2006 is uneconomical to repair and I must replace it. My garage has recommended a Honda HR-V or a Toyota RAV4. I am a horse owner who travels 24 miles (round trip 48) to look after my horse. I often take horse tack (bridal, sandal) and sometimes feed with me.

I have ‘coped’ with the space available in my old Polo. The car must be rugged enough to deal with the potholes of country roads and untarmaced lanes. I’ve never had a 4x4 so it isn’t crucial and I don’t tow horseboxes. Reliability is important for I MUST look after the horses everyday. I have up to £6500 to spend plus the salvage of my Polo.