Owned my 2008 SEAT Ibiza FR TDI for 2 years now.
RELIABILITY:I have only replaced suspension parts which is basic wear and tear. The 1.9 TDI pd engine is renowned for being bulletproof.
PERFORMANCE: All I can say is wow, for a diesel this car can fairly shift. Admittedly, I had the car remapped to 168bhp and 305 lb/ft of torque and the performance is amazing. Second gear pull is vicious and really throws you into the back of the seat, sure there is a bit of lag but what diesel doesn't. In-gear acceleration is what makes this car so good, and It has beaten many more expensive 'performance' cars, even off the lights. Remember this car weighs only 1179kg compared to the fabia vrs, mk4 and mk5 golfs all of which weigh over 1300kg so expect to see them in your rear-view mirror only.
HANDLING: Sadly this is the car's only downside, front-wheel drive diesel is never going to be the best handling car but it just doesn't feel as planted as an audi a3. There is a bit of body roll in the corners (lowering might help this) and grip levels aren't the most confidence inspiring even with decent tyres. However, the biggest disappointment is the car's steering which is just far too light and provides barely any feedback, very numb and as a result the car is just very little fun around a twisty road. A mk2 focus will handle better.
RUNNING COSTS: Cheap to run. Tax is £150 a year. Around town I get 35MPG with a heavy right foot, motorway MPG should be in the 50's. I run the car exclusively on BP Ultimate Diesel as the car runs FAR SMOOTHER AND FASTER on this fuel when compared to regular diesel. Tyres are around £100 a corner for premium brands on 17" wheels. Servicing is every 10k miles and is cheap.
Summary: Excellent car with accessible performance in very gear. Unlike performance petrol cars, you can rake this car everywhere and the fuel needle will barely move. This would be an ideal car for someone who wants a quick car but is a bit of a miser when it comes to paying for fuel. Reliability is bulletproof even if the engine is a bit agricultural. BUY ONE!

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Bought a 2007 Jetta Automatic that already had 111,000 miles on the clock, drove it to 136,000 miles, only sold it because I wanted to change up a few years. Gave me no trouble at all. Friend of mine drove one to 180,000 miles, and never a problem with it!

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I have owned this car for a year now. I bought it second hand with 36000 miles on it and done about 6000 miles since. The car has given be no problems.

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Currently I own 8th Renault in my life. I had theses models: 25, Safrane, Clio, Megane, Laguna. Those were all very good cars. When some say that Renaults have problems with electronics I literally have no idea what they are talking about. I can tell you that Renault makes very reliable and beautiful cars. Car I own at the moment is a Renault Laguna Estate Initiale Paris. And its a beautiful one. Reliable, cheap to service and most importantly a Big pleasure to drive...

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I have owned a tdci focus for 3 years and i have loved it. Never a problem with it and cheap to run. I will definitely be getting another focus!

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Bought one of these cars brand new. Worst mistake off my life. Absolutely no power and found it difficult to pass a tractor. Only place this car liked was pulling into a petrol station which was every other day. Rubbish mpg. Had problems after 6 mths and found vauxhall warranty a real hassle as they tryed to wash there hands of every problem. Was recalled twice due to same other cars bursting into flames. Engine management light was on more than off which resulted in a loss of power and other electrical problems. Final straw was when power steering packed in. Honestly have to say the best thing about this car was the day I locked the doors for the last time outside the garage that I traded it in when I lifted the best car I've ever had which was a Nissan qashqai +2.

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250hp. hot 95 I love it! very fast comfortable car. smooth automatic box.beats everything in sight leaving most fast cars in its wake.(i am told the 95 hot is as quick off the mark as a porche911.) so if you have one and have the balls give me a shout.
economical dream machine, that I purchased for peanuts having sold my big Lexus, and I'm glad I did.

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I bought this car three months ago I am not happy with it I get around fourty miles to the gallon .its a very sluggish car

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I bought this car 5 years ago for a summer/track car but when I got it I was worried because the unreliability of the rotary engine ended up keeping the car because I got attached to it and got it remapped and tweaked the engine then the engine gave me problems so I got reliability parts for the engine and it has helped a lot really quick car and I'm buying another one for track racing and keep mine for an every day car.

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An excellent car in terms of driving, reliability and costs. The five year warranty, breakdown cover and annual checks are excellent. The present car should not be confused with the old i10 which was an altogether different car. The i10 is comfortable with absorbent suspension and well equipped especially in the Premium version. Insurance costs are low as is "road tax". The car is economical with a smooth lively engine. A first class small car!

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Love everything from the unusual shape to all the accessories available to personalise this car. Cheap running cost, insurance & tax. 100% reliable. Overall a well built, fun car to drive.

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Fantastic underated car for the money, having owned a 1.3 CZ2 with its chain driven engine, reliability was excellent,the rear wheel bearings being the only weak point in the Colt range. Moving onto the 1.5 Turbo petrol Ralliart version and it is an absolute hoot to drive, the noise of the turbo spooling up makes the commute to work a far more enjoyable experience than in any other car. Surprises more than enough German saloons at the lights, largely due to it barely weighing over a ton (0-60 in 7.4 seconds). Reliability, again is on par, timing belt requires changing at around 50k miles. Economy averages around 30-40mpg pending how you drive. Not as refined as the new fiesta ST or polo GTi, few rattles from the interior etc. Seats lovely and supportive, everything works as it should, no frills, a hark back to the old 106 GTi days. Very few left on the roads becoming quite the collectors car.

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Driving experience, comfort, style. It's all good. It's a diesel so is reasonably economical for the engine size.

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Just bought this car. Ex fleet. 63k miles Immaculate inside a d out. Lovely to drive and my fifth Vauxhall. Was after a 2.0 Mondeo auto tried three. None of them a patch on this. Pity the French are taking over Vauxhall they'll never be the same now.

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A great all rounder, easy to run, easy to drive, easy to park! Cheap tax. Have had no issues with it. Adults fit comfortably into back seats. I am tall and I fit into driver's seat well! Feels well built and safe.

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Great driving jeep with car like handling thanks to the all wheel drive system, plenty of torque and more powerful than the older 2.2 Dtec engine, very comfortable with loads of room inside with simple to use Honda connect system and new stylish looks outside, Highly Recommended

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Bought the car back in 2010 with 11k miles on the clock, now has 141k, still feels tight as a drum and still going strong on the original clutch which considering it has been used to teach people to drive is testimony to the build quality. In all that time the only things I've replaced has been the tyres and the wheel bearings. Extremely easy to drive although not the most comfortable car if pushed hard, but for a day to day drive in town it's unbeatable. I'll definitely be buying another one in the future.

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we purchased the 95 aero automatic with fsh and 142000.one owner car.it is seriously fast.comfortable.reliable.we are very pleased.
we previously owned a v8 lexus ls400 the saab is a perfect car we love it.

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Loved the car an driving experience. Hefty tax but running cost were reasonable. Only had 4 months and it's been constant issues with and warning lights. Such a shame as mechanically sound and pleasure to drive. Absolutely fed up now though and returning car to buy second hand runaround. Had a fear of bmws beforehand but always wanted one. Fear factor has been realised and this will be my last bmw.

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