Can I buy a diesel automatic crossover without fear of DPF problems?
I am about to retire and looking to buy a crossover, but am put off by all the dealers telling me I have to do at least 15,000 miles per year if I want a diesel. I do 10,000 miles. I also have driven automatics for over 20 years and have had a Jaguar for the past 10 years, so I am looking for an automatic with a nice interior.
I’m considering a Honda CR-V, Skoda Yeti, Mazda CX-5, KIA Sportage, Toyota RAV4 and Nissan Qashqai. I find there is little, if any choice if I don't opt for a diesel, plus there are the advantages in mpg and CO2 of diesels. I have £20,000 to spend so am looking for a near-new car. Is it really the case that I have to go for petrol? Are there differences between manufacturers when it comes to particulate filters? Grateful for you comments and recommendations.
I’m considering a Honda CR-V, Skoda Yeti, Mazda CX-5, KIA Sportage, Toyota RAV4 and Nissan Qashqai. I find there is little, if any choice if I don't opt for a diesel, plus there are the advantages in mpg and CO2 of diesels. I have £20,000 to spend so am looking for a near-new car. Is it really the case that I have to go for petrol? Are there differences between manufacturers when it comes to particulate filters? Grateful for you comments and recommendations.
Asked on 17 August 2013 by BC, Sittingbourne
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So far the Mazda 2.2d Skyactiv, the Renault/Nissan 1.6DCI 130, the Honda 1.6iDTEC, the BMW 320d and the Hyundai/KIA 1.6CRDI and 2.0CRDI have appeared to be DPF trouble free.
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