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Would you recommend a Nissan Qashqai or Hyundai ix35?

I am undecided between buying a new automatic Nissan Qashqai or a Hyundai ix35 and would welcome your advice, drawing, perhaps, on knowledge you have of safety and reliability records. Even the Ford Kuga is a possibility, but I am limited on garage length and every centimetre counts.

Asked on 28 September 2013 by DH, Southsea,

Answered by Honest John
The ix35 has just undergone a revamp. I'd add a KIA Sportage to your list. It's becoming very popular because of the styling and residuals will be good as a result. Same underneath as the ix30. Go for 16-inch wheels for the best ride quality. Fuel economy of the diesel autos is not brilliant. A Mazda CX-5 is better. There is a new Qashqai on the way, as seen at the Frankfurt Show.

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