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Article #181: New or used? Vauxhall v Peugeot - Your Guide to Small Family Cars

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If you are looking for a small family car Vauxhall Astra Hatchback 1.6 16v 115 Life
then chances are you will have been to 5dr can achieve 0-60 in 11.5 seconds and
the local car dealership to look at the has a maximum speed of 115 mph. It has a
latest offerings from Peugeot and four star rating from What car?
Vauxhall. Both manufacturers have a long A new car will benefit from your exact
history of providing reliable vehicles to specifications and buying new can be
this segment of the market. The new extremely fulfilling. It is however worth
Peugeot 308 and new Vauxhall Astra have considering that depreciation is the
built upon past success. So is it worth biggest cost when running a car. It may
going new or should you opt for a used be worth buying a used vehicle. The
version of these classics? biggest drop in value happens within the
The Peugeot 308 first 12 months and you can save a lot of
In September 2007 Peugeot released the money buying second hand. This might not
Peugeot 308 under the tagline 'The drive mean you have to miss out on a warranty
of your life'. It was built on the with many reputable dealers offering 12
success of its predecessor the 307. The months on used vehicles and there is
designers have managed to incorporate always the option to take out your own
high standards of safety equipment and policy with an independent provider. But
excellent road handling into the new the main benefit to a used vehicle is the
model. It provides a spacious interior price. Here is a brief introduction to
and greater carrying capacity which can the used versions of the Peugeot and
be expanded to 1,398 litres when the Vauxhall small family cars.
seats are folded. The Peugeot 308 boasts Peugeot 307 (2001-)
class leading aerodynamics that helps The Peugeot 307 benefits from a stylish
reduce fuel consumption and emissions. design and is packed full of safety
The 1.4 VTi 95bhp with 5-spd manual equipment. Criticisms have been made of
gearbox retails at Peugeot dealers in the the cars handling and it also has one of
UK from GBP11995. The 1.6 HDi 90 bhp the smaller rear spaces on the market.
5-spd manual gearbox can cost as little The used version has demonstrated some
as GBP13295. The car performs well with problems with the suspension and head
the 1.6 THP 150 bhp version reaching 0-60 gasket so it is beneficial to expect and
mph in just 8.8 seconds and a maximum scrutinise service history. There are so
speed of 132 mph. The 1.6 HDi 110 bhp many on the market that they can be
version boasts 60.1 miles per gallon picked up for as little as GBP2595 to
consumption rate. GBP12570 and can provide you with a
Vauxhall Astra bargain.
Designed to 'match the energy of your Vauxhall Astra (2004-)
life' the Vauxhall Astra provides The used Vauxhall Astra from the same
innovative features to provide flexible supple ride composed handling and strong
space alongside safety and security. The engine as its younger sibling. It is
Astra comes with twin front airbags, important to check for signs of crash
front seat side impact airbags, damage and uneven tyre wear. It is
Anti-locking breaking system (ABS) and advisable to shop around to make sure you
Electro-Hydraulic Power-assisted find the right one for you and to expect
Steering. The Astra provides a flexible a full service history. It is a very
60/40 or 40/20/40 split-folding rear seat reliable vehicle made popular because of
and a vertical load restraining net to a reputation for its tough durable motor
help maximise the spacious interior. The and therefore represents a good option
1.4i 16v Manual can be purchased for as for buying used. It is the fifth choice
little as GBP12915 with the 1.3CDTi 16v in what car? recommended used car buying
(90PS) Manual diesel retailing from guide. It will set you back between
GBP14500 at Vauxhall dealerships. The GBP5435 and GBP11720.






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