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How about a Honda Civic -very reliable cars, diesels are pretty economical and torquey. I owned an 02 Civic CDTI for 4 years, very reliable, roomy and quick, averaged  minimum 50mpg.

I owned the Civic it wasan 02 model, but the 1.7cdti. I did not tow with it but it was very torquey and had good all round performance with economy.

 The Honda petrol engines are very good but do not deliver the low down torque of a diesel.

They are very roomy and comfortable, with good standard kit(air con was very effective!).

 I had to have a new battery on mine, which was replaced under warranty-the car was about 18 monthhs old at the time. Other than that faultless.

Quote: Originally posted by 664DaveS on 09/12/2013

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I owned the Civic it wasan 02 model, but the 1.7cdti. I did not tow with it but it was very torquey and had good all round performance with economy.

 The Honda petrol engines are very good but do not deliver the low down torque of a diesel.

They are very roomy and comfortable, with good standard kit(air con was very effective!).

 I had to have a new battery on mine, which was replaced under warranty-the car was about 18 monthhs old at the time. Other than that faultless.

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Quote: Originally posted by Grampian91 on 09/12/2013

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Just check the engine power before you buy an Astra. My sister nearly bought one but when i checked the details for her it has less than 70bhp.

Useless for towing.

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Quote: Originally posted by skipp66 on 09/12/2013Just to put another car ( or engine) in your mind! I have a skoda with the amazing and very strong 1.9tdi engine.

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This engine is great for towing and is available in VWs in the golf or audi A3 or skoda Octavia to name just 3!!
All the cars I mentioned can be had for £ 2500 or less and all of them are much better than an Astra !!

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