I was taught that if you can't say anything nice then don't say anything at all.
I'm sure there is a thread on here where someone had bought one.Anyone got a Citroen C4 Cactus?
my son is about to buy one for his wife - the 108bhp petrol
Comment would be appreciated from owners
I'm sure there is a thread on here where someone had bought one.
He,s still pushing it to the nearest garage ,Just searched - maybe John could say what it is like to drive and in everyday use
Anyone got a Citroen C4 Cactus?
my son is about to buy one for his wife - the 108bhp petrol
Comment would be appreciated from owners
I was taught that if you can't say anything nice then don't say anything at all.
Next door neighbour has had one from new for about 2 years - happy with it as her daily driver. TBH I think they're far more interesting than, say, a yeti or focus, or perhaps a cash cow.
We have a couple of Yeti's but my daughter in law does not like the shape - yes I would go for a Yeti
We have a couple of Yeti's but my daughter in law does not like the shape - yes I would go for a Yeti
Rather off topic, but how do you like the Yeti - is it big and roomy inside (I have a lot of tools to carry about) and is there anything to look out for ?
Really like the car - bought the first 6 years ago 140bhp 4x4 Diesel 6sp manual - 85,000 kms with no trouble at all - driven in all types of conditions
Bought the second 6 months ago to replace my wife's Skoda Fabia - 110bhp 4x2 Diesel - 5 sp manual - again a wonderful car for what we need - a little more economical than the 4WD version, but I miss the 6th gear
They are not aerodynamic but mpg are around 40 ish for the 140 and mid 40's around town and 50+ at mway speeds on a long run with the 110
I cannot think of a better car for the money for what it does - I would not hesitate buying used as our 6 year old car drives like a new car
"The fix" is something to considered - and I will keep our two away from the EA189 update
But not everyone needs an offloaded. But the SUB styling suits them for their needs over a small family hatchback. By your argument you could have just bought a hatchback rather than a Picasso.I've looked at the cactus and it seems like a lot of these "crossover" vehicles that you're essentially paying extra for a small hatchback that's been "pimped" to look like an SUV. Same goes for the ford ecosport (jacked up fiesta) and a number of others. They're not a capable off roader, they can't pull, with fairly weak economical engines and they don't have much space.
So it boils down to image. Personally I think if you want a SUV get a proper one, if you want a practical hatchback then there's plenty around. These crossover vehicles are just extra money for no extra features.
For a small off roader - The only two I would consider are the Yeti (capable 4x4) and surprisingly the fiat panda (but it's tiny and slow).
For an SUV I'd look at the new Kodiaq.
For a small family hatch, well there's tons around.
Many thanks BillN, and much appreciated - I have a Citroen Berlingo that has been problematical and am thinking of replacing it with something like the Yeti - your comments are swaying me closer..!
Nope, we need the extra boot space and the independently removable rear seats.But not everyone needs an offloaded. But the SUB styling suits them for their needs over a small family hatchback. By your argument you could have just bought a hatchback rather than a Picasso.
And such buyers will want the extra versatility that it gives that a regular hatchback won't. With all seats used in a Picasso you will have very little boot space over a hatchback or estate. You may as well have bought a van.Nope, we need the extra boot space and the independently removable rear seats.
Not sure why you're intent on picking a fight? We had tons of boot space, and 3 way folding split seats with table trays on the backs of the front seats. It was a great family car. My point was most of the benefits of the crossovers are only cosmetic. If that's what you want then fine.And such buyers will want the extra versatility that it gives that a regular hatchback won't. With all seats used in a Picasso you will have very little boot space over a hatchback or estate. You may as well have bought a van.
Rather off topic, but how do you like the Yeti - is it big and roomy inside (I have a lot of tools to carry about) and is there anything to look out for ?
A Yeti was on our list and then we went and sat in one, that quickly ruled it out for us.
Definitely a nice car and lots of very loyal owners but for us it was easy to discount. A bit like buying a camera, go and have a feel and some will feel intuitive and others just don't click.
what do you buy Ned?
I felt the same way about the Qashcow
Ended up with a CX5
Yes, the Qashqui was on our list but was a bit meh, Kuga was waaay to plasticky and American, the Kia Sportage was pretty nice actually but by the time you'd spec'd it up to the CX5 level it was very expensive, Tiguan - too small, my wife won't have a BMW, Q5 expensive for what it is and I don't value the badge to pay the premium, F-Pace was out of budget (but I would have liked one).
The CX5 just felt right from the moment we got in, took it for a drive and it felt not too dissimilar to my MX5 which was a bit of a surprise. Also it is usefully bigger than most of the others mentioned above.
My daughter in law has an MX5 at present
I would say the main advantage of a crossover is the higher seating position . Personally I wouldn't want an suv or an mpv. I prefer a hatchback with the seat as low as it will go.Not sure why you're intent on picking a fight? We had tons of boot space, and 3 way folding split seats with table trays on the backs of the front seats. It was a great family car. My point was most of the benefits of the crossovers are only cosmetic. If that's what you want then fine.
I would say the main advantage of a crossover is the higher seating position . Personally I wouldn't want an suv or an mpv. I prefer a hatchback with the seat as low as it will go.
I've been looking at them recently. Prefer the old rear light config. though. The new ones are fugly.Since we're talking about cars of this size & shape I'll mention the mini countryman. If you can forget it's meant to be a 'mini' then it's actually pretty good. Drives really well, good size boot (takes my mum's mobility scooter across the back) and the economy seems reasonable. It doesn't have the boot capacity of a Focus, but it's a much more involving drive.
I've been looking at them recently. Prefer the old rear light config. though. The new ones are fugly.
The latest versions of all the minis are larger than before. In the case of the standard mini and clubman this is a real advantage, however the styling hasn't exactly won me over. The countryman seems to have changed less, but I've seen very few on the road to have a good look.
Does the passenger seat tip forward to allow exit as well?The real problem with the clubman was the stupid half-door behind the drivers door. It *should be* behind the passenger door, but they only made 1 body shell for LHD & the UK got a lemon.I like the rear of the new clubman, but not the front, which looks like something from the Datsun factory in the 70's.
This is mine.
Clean cars--0329 by Toni Ertl, on Flickr
...meant the 3 door one, sorry.On mine? No need since it's a 4 door. The rear seats are on rails, and can move fore & aft around 8" to give more boot space or more leg room in the back (leg room is fine in the rear for normal adults).
...meant the 3 door one, sorry.