Help me decide on a new (to us!) car

[missy111]

We need a second car. Currently using my FIL as he’s temporarily unable to drive, but will at some point soon need it back!

budget £10-15k max
went looking today

1-Ford Kuga 2019 1.5eco boost zetec approx 50k
miles £9300
2-Kia Sportage 2017 1.7CRDi ISG 45k miles £9700
3-Jeep Compass 2019 1.4 Multiair 140 Longitude 38k miles £10500
4-who bloody knows at this point!

Depends on what your requirements are really.

We’ve just bought a Mazda CX5. Look at the reviews on YouTube… we love it! Same sort of size as Sportage/Kuga etc but a bit nicer. We looked at Hyundai Tucson too.

All 3 provide the space that we need. Mainly looking for longevity and reliability.

Thanks I’ll take a look at the Mazda. We have a Tucson as our first car and like that, but just looking at what other brands are like for similar size

I would take the Jeep off the list. Other than that, you need to give us more to go on. What are your requirements?

There's a huge difference in technology between older and newer cars. I think the cars you have looked at are all too old.

Have a look for used Kia, Toyota, Volvo on www.carwow.co.uk
I wouldn't buy a Ford, but you should check the review for any vehicle you're interested in. The ones you mentioned seem overpriced to me.

eg
https://quotes.carwow.co.uk/deals/3570cb25cbc2fcc2ddfff997200d6e94

Honda CR-V or FR-V. I'm on my second Honda because of the excellent reliability and build quality. I bought my first aged 5 years and part ex'd her aged 18 years! I had no engine problems whatsoever in those 13 years. Honda just run and run and run...

Edited to include link:

https://hondanews.eu/gb/en/cars/media/pressreleases/492916/honda-cr-v-takes-the-top-spot-as-the-most-reliable-used-suv

Where are you looking OP? Car wow or Autotrader online should guide you. Are you sure you want a diesel? The Kia Sportage is a decent car from the cars on your list and a quick car wow search brought up this :
The newer Kia Neros are also decent cars albeit smaller than the Sportage.

Thanks all!
looking on Motorpoint, as it’s 5 mins from home and I can go and look at the actual car.

I've just upgraded my 2017 Kia Sportage (went for another Sportage, but hybrid) and I really recommend that one. Never gave us any trouble, lovely spacious car and very reliable.

@missy111id look at a Mini countryman. High quality build and a bit more fun! Surprisingly spacious. Ours never went wrong! VW Golf is still a good car. I’d look at What Car reliability long term tests. My friend has had Mazdas. Cheap to buy but dreadful suspension. A lot of the cheaper cars are very plasticy inside. Plus older models feel dated quickly. Friend nos has a 6 year old Kia Sportage. The newer ones are nicer.

Don’t go for a jeep. They aren’t reliable.

if you get a Ford, make sure it’s not a wet belt. Asking for trouble.

kia and Hyundai are extremely reliable but all cars have their problems.

always do an mot history check on gov.uk - put the reg in and see how the MOTs have gone. If a lot of work, then it only saw the garage once a year and I’d avoid.

when you have found one you’re happy with google the specific engine and “common faults”. Avoid if there’s a common fault.