I drive a 2000W BMW 318SE that I really enjoy but it has not been without problems. It has done 90,000 miles. My wife drives an 06 reg Nissan Note 1.4SE that has done 40,000 miles. Its load carrying capability is very impressive but I do not enjoy driving it as I find the ride hard, the steering too light and, particularly in cross winds, a feeling of instability. We are considering reducing our cars to one and trading in both cars for something to suit us both. We would like a hatchback that feels more like the BMW. Our mileage will only be about 10,000 per annum. Our budget would be £5,000 plus the trade in of our two cars. Should we look at petrol or diesel? I'm not too keen on French or Italian cars.