Hi everyone I have a dilema. I am about to to plunge for a new car (2012) and I have narrowed it down to the following 2 vehicles:
1. Vauxhall Insignia Sports Tourer CDTi (160) EcoFLEX SRi NAV ( + options) a) front + rear parking sensors b) metallic paint
2. BMW 318D ES Tourer (no options)
The most important aspect is the fuel economy of the vehicle since I will be doing about 23k miles per year. I have reviewed both vehicles and checked many review websites to try and get definitive figures of MPG and I cannot determine a clear winner on the MPG issue.
Both manufacturers claim about 62MPG combines but I have see varying reports on actual MPG. I will be getting the vehicle on the Motability scheme so from a cost perspective there's not a lot in it although with the Insignia you do seem to get a lot more features for your money.
The Insignia list price + free options value comes in at £28530.
The 318D list price is £23910 I would also have to pay an extra £750 advanced payment for the BMW and the Insignia has a greater list of standard features which is reflected in the higher list price.
THE ONLY FINANCIAL DIFFERENCE TO ME IS THE EXTRA £750 FOR THE BMW.
As I said, motoring costs are my primary reason for shortlisting these two models. I am not a car aficionado, in fact I am driving bashed up 1998 Vauxhall Astra 1.6 auto at the moment so either vehicle will be a big step up in quality.
Can any of you offer any advice on the fuel efficiency of either vehicle or any general advice on the models. Any response greatly appreciated.
Cheers Mark
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