I am in the same situation as OP - not a girl but looking for something four door, second hand, around 8K etc - I am still undecided between Focus, Mondeo and Volvo S60.
creme egg, from my research so far
* Ford Focus / Mondeo (Pros: spacious, comfortable, really cheap to maintain. Cons: Boring, everyone has them, uninspiring, poor spec unless Zetec trim)
* Volvo S60/S80 (Pros: safe, very safe, very very safe, luxury comforts, good looks. Cons: could be expensive to maintain, larger engines, taxes etc)
* Toyota Corolla / Avensis (Pros: bullet proof reliability, predictable. Cons: Boring)
I am leaning towards S60 at the moment myself, purely based on the comforts (dolby sound system for instance..!) ... but I might end up with a Focus / Mondeo...
RS2K, ang1170
I was only throwing in a few ideas to the OP really. I agree S80 is in a totally different class to Corolla/Focus, but I think I threw them in the mix because its in OPs budget! In fact Volvos are probably more reliable than Fords, fun than Toyotas and safer than any other cars in discussed so far - why not, especially if she is expecting (precious) babies!
Based on what?
Volvo are basically overpriced Fords (nicer trim etc but not much else) so I don't see how there would be much difference from a safety point of view.
Care to inform us which Ford the S60, C70, XC70, V70, & XC90 are based on?
I give up, which?Care to inform us which Ford the S60, C70, XC70, V70, & XC90 are based on?
Don't tell me...the Fiesta??
Volvo are basically overpriced Fords (nicer trim etc but not much else) so I don't see how there would be much difference from a safety point of view.
Well, if you think these don't worth the extra then it's your choice but for me the safety of my family worth alot more than 1-2K difference!
That insignificant etc that you think is not worth the money is:
Much greater safety (more airbags as standard, different body design, alot better safety record based on real life studies, better crash response),
A LOT more comfortable seats (probably the most ergonomic you can get),
Generally better equipment level,
Well, if you think these don't worth the extra then it's your choice but for me the safety of my family worth alot more than 1-2K difference!
Btw, I don't drive a Volvo
Most modern cars are pretty safe. For realistic and impartial views I'd look at Euro Ncap results.
Renaults are safe these days too.
Families are overrated...buy a Lotus Exige and have some fun
What about a BMW 325? Best car in the world, eh?(j/k)
Well it does have the best of both worlds - performance AND comfort
true!
Pity they don't come with indicators.
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