We require a replacement vehicle after our Ford Fiesta Active was written off. We live in rural North Wales on a small holding and travel 8k miles a year mainly on rural /hilly roads with longer journeys 3/4 times a year.

My wife has lost confidence since the accident and wants a taller/ more visible car than the Fiesta but doesn't want a big 4x4 SUV. Main considerations but reliable, good handling on our narrower roads, comfortable, keeps value and easy to service would be ideal. Our budget is £12k to £15k.