I fully appreciate that cheap running costs are a major consideration for many, but equally it’s not the primary consideration for many others. I would never choose a car just because it was cheap to run. Once accessibility issues are ticked, I want a car that is a joy to drive, with good build quality and tech that is top notch to use. I have learned to my cost that some manufacturers driving and safety systems work significantly better than others, so just having the features is only half the issue. If a car like a Porsche Macan came onto the scheme (in my dreams, I know
) I would jump at it and not give a fig about the fact I’d only get 25 mpg on a good day.
Given its the new Rav4 in disguise which are pretty renowned for their great build quality and off road capability. The interior simplicity, with “real” buttons and, yet full of all the tech you will need along with a host of safety features at your fingertips, which opefully don’t bing and bong like Hyundais do. It’s barmy 300+ bhp and 6s 0-62, maybe all I need, living up a mountainous area and frequently driving through the Brecon Beacons when winter snow and ice comes
Sorry no bing bongs
Unfortunately I have suffered a brain injury and occasionally I get confused and often say the wrong thing.