What Car? says
For Cheap, roomy, with impressive kit, including many safety features
Against It's poor to drive compared with its rivals, and some of its ergonomics could be better
Verdict
It's a quirky, well specified French executive car with plenty to recommend it
Go for… 2.2-litre diesel
Avoid… Both V6s
- 1. There’s good room for three in the back, although headroom is a little tight
- 2. The interior is let down by the layout of the controls, and by irritatingly small audio buttons
- 3. There are three trim levels, but go for Privilege if you can find one
- 4. The boot is large, and you can fold down the rear seats for even more space
- 5. Go for the 2.2-litre diesel - it's the most common and most fuel-efficient engine in the range
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