Buying Used Sx - 3 Kids

[gimpee67]

Hi

 

Our recently expanded family means we now have 3 kids 4 years old and younger. The 97/R Honda Civic just wont do the job now.

 

Having done some initial research I have decided that the best option in the mini MPV/5 seater category is the Xsara Picasso SX (petrol or Diesel).

 

Could anyone advise as to whether I am making the right choice and what size engine I should be looking at?

 

My budget is tight and I would probably be looking at older models (2000-2002). I am thinking of going to auction (ebay or BCA) to get the cheapest, I will have to settle for selling the Honda Civic privately as part-ex with an independant dealer isnt something I feel confident about.

 

Thanks

[iannez]

it would make a cacking family car. 2.0 hdi would be the one i would go for. 45mpg and more power than the 1.6 and 1.8 petrol.

[AlanFC]

More power than a 1.8 petrol?

 

I don't have the figures but I doubt it. Don't you mean more torque?

[iannez]

2.0 hdi = 90 bhp. 1.8 16v = 130. sounds funny i know but drive them and make your own mind up. hdi will run rings round petrol below 100mph.