Automatic gearbox cars

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  1. Spa

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    You generally get what you pay for...

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  2. EastStander

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    So why are Skoda 4th?! nt
     
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    Dont think you could get any better than an octavia for your money and they are available in automatic
     
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    1..

    I said generally

    2. Skoda's are no longer cheap! They have had to significantly impove the quality in order to overcome the brand perception. Skoda's (like Seat) are essentially VW's in any case..all VAG common parts.

    A fabia or octavia would be another good buy.
     
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    For fuel economy figures take a look at the official stats

    http://www.vcacarfueldata.org.uk/

    if you have a model in mind just plug it in

    for example a Landrover Freelander 2 Diesel 2.2 manual returns
    Fuel Consumption - Imperial [mpg]

    Imperial Urban (cold) Imperial Extra Urban Imperial Combined
    30.6 45.5 37.7

    but the Auto is
    Fuel Consumption - Imperial [mpg]
    Imperial Urban (cold) Imperial Extra Urban Imperial Combined
    25.7 41.5 33.2


    ie 16% worse than the manual when cold 9% worse when warm on a long run so at least 10% worse. Some Autos are better than others though
     
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    one here for thi

    ..or rather Grimsby [img=http://pictures.autotrader.co.uk/imgser-uk/servlet/media?id=715794435] Picture of vehicle Picture of vehicle 2007 SKODA OCTAVIA 2.0 TDI PD Elegance DSG Auto 5 Doors, Automatic, Hatchback, Diesel, 9,947 miles, Red, Insurance Group 10, ABS, Alarm, Alloy Wheels, Body Coloured Bumpers, Climate Control, Cruise Control, Drivers Airbag, Electric Door Mirrors, Folding Rear Seats, Front Electric Windows, Front Fog Lights, Headlight Washers, Heated Door Mirrors, Height Adjustable Drivers Seat, Immobiliser, Passenger Airbag, Power Steering, Radio/CD, Radio/CD Multichanger, Rear Electric Windows, Remote Central Locking, Reverse Parking Aid, Service Indicator, Side Airbags, Steering Wheel Rake Adjustment, Steering Wheel Reach Adjustment, Traction Control, Trip Computer. &pound;13,995. Price: &pound; 13,995 Tel: (01472) 352007 Distance: 57 miles
     
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    A pink Skoda

    Good Grief !!!!!
     
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    Useful, thanks for that nt
     
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    Nissan Qashqai.....

    ....super economical for a car of that size, especially the 1.5 diesel, although some people find it a bit under-powered. If you're wanting something a bit fancier, I'd go for a second hand Lexus IS.
     
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    Use more fuel

    According to the handbook for my motor, difference is about 10%.
     
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  12. Gue

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    Most of my cars have been automatics and with the new tiptronic gearbox they are excellent. I have never had any trouble with them. As for fuel economy, little difference although a friend of mine who has had a Passat manual and an auto said the auto was more efficient!
     
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    RE: i've got a Nissan Qashqai.....

    1.5 diesel an this morning i've got 74 mpg after 89 miles so far. not automatic though.

    i'm not a car person - I just drive and I love it. very distinctive looking vehicle and much copied now (ford kuga anyone?)
     
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    RE: i've got a Nissan Qashqai.....

    Diesel not available here. I've got the 2.0 petrol (manual) so probably not the most economical version and managed to get from St Petersburg to Tallinn (round trip around 700km) and back on less than one tank which I thought was pretty good going!
     
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