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Best family car for £15000 - £16000?

I am looking to replace my 54 plate Renault Scenic 1.5d with a large family car. I am open to hatch, estates, people carriers or SUV's. Has to be diesel and as new as possible with some warranty. What are the best options available?

Asked on 14 February 2013 by amh546

Answered by Honest John
Better a Scenic 1.4Turbo than a diesel. Budget not quite enough for a Scenic 1.6DCI 130. I'd go for a Toyota Verso 1.8i Valvematic.

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