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mpdast, East Anglia
SALOON (1999 - 2005)
2.3 V5 4dr
PROS: fully loaded with gadgets stunning reliability its a car big enough to have it as...
CONS: small issue it seems according to various forums on the inner door seal leaking throughout... more

petertaggart, North West
HATCHBACK (2005 - )
2.0 FSi Sport 5dr
PROS: Well equiped,economical,practical....
CONS: Lacks mid range power... more

Pete B, North West
SALOON (1999 - 2005)
2.3 V5 4dr [170bhp]
PROS: Fully loaded with equipment. Big, smooth engine, good gearshift, comfortable seats. Electric seat adjust for...
CONS: A bit thirsty around town, but good on long runs. Check all ignition coils have... more

craigc, East Midlands
DIESEL HATCHBACK (1991 - 1998)
1.9 TDi SXE 5dr
PROS: Good equipment, very reiable, cheap to buy and own, parts are also cheap...
CONS: Trim is shoddy and visual design is dated... more

 
DIESEL SALOON (1999 - 2005)
1.9 TDi 130 SE 4dr
PROS: Fuel Economy Superb Road Handling Excellent Sound System Fantastic Boot Space Unbelievable...
CONS: Bit Sluggish Looks As If It Should Be Quicker... more

 
SALOON (1999 - 2005)
2.3 V5 4dr [170bhp]
PROS: all the toys electric everything including sat nav,traction control...
CONS: mpg not so good if pushed hard... more

 
DIESEL SALOON (1999 - 2005)
1.9 TDi SE 4dr
PROS: cavenos boot space....
CONS: poor handerling at high speed.... more

 
DIESEL SALOON (1999 - 2005)
1.9 TDi 110 S 4dr
PROS: comfortable, spacious, reliable, economical car...
CONS: demisting in winter is slow... more

 
DIESEL HATCHBACK (2005 - )
1.9 TDi Reference 5dr
PROS: Very easy handling. Spacious and very comfortable inside. Huge boot and plenty of storage in...
CONS: Manual wing-mirrors... that's about it... more

 
DIESEL HATCHBACK (1991 - 1998)
1.9 TDi SXE 5dr
PROS: very spacious and comfi...
CONS: bit of a loud diesel engine underpowered... more

 
SALOON (1999 - 2005)
1.8 20V SE 4dr
PROS: For the equipment and age, exceptionally cheap, reasonable insurance costs too.HUGE boot. Very practical and...
CONS: Not the best MPG... more

 
DIESEL HATCHBACK (2005 - )
1.9 TDi Reference 5dr
PROS: Large, spacious, pratical...
CONS: Ugly rear end... more

 
DIESEL SALOON (1999 - 2005)
1.9 TDi SE 4dr
PROS: value for money...
CONS: lack of power... more

 
DIESEL HATCHBACK (1991 - 1998)
1.9 TDi SXE 5dr
PROS: Fuel efficiency Cheap to run and fix Massive storage Great engine...
CONS: Dated interior build quality not brilliant... more

 
DIESEL SALOON (1999 - 2005)
1.9 TDi SE 4dr
PROS: Excellent fuel economy. Relaxed cruising on the motorway. Handles well for a non sporting car...
CONS: Not a lot of room in the back. No rear wiper.... more