1.25 eco dynamic

Does what it says on the tin, except for fuel economy

Bought to replace my wifes earlier Picanto. I liked it so much that we got rid of my Nissan Tino and now both of us use this. (We are retired so one car does for us now).
Nice car, comfortable, it has all the mod cons you need - blue tooth compatable, ipod socket, and many more. Holds its own on motorways, nippy around town and easy to park.
The difference between the earlier 1 ltr Picanto and the 1.25 is amazing, especially on motorways. Well worth paying the extra.
The only draw-back is the lack of luggage space but as there are only the two of us, and the back seats fold, it isn't too much of a problem.
My one and only "beef" is the fuel economy. These days I drive with economy very much in mind. We have had the car for just over 12 months and have done 7000 miles. During that time I have kept a strict record of all the fuel purchased. The advertised mpg is 65. The onboard computer tells me I have been averaging 52.5mpg. But my own calculations make it 47.5mpg. That hurts.

But what the heck - its still cheap to run (no road tax) and its a fun car to drive so I think we'll be keeping it for a while longer yet.

PROBLEMS -- apart from it being recalled for the rear brake callipers changing, none at all.

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