Best car for long commute?

maskabun

I wonder what car one should have that gives maximum comfort for a long commute (2 hours 110 miles return) and can also fit in the budget of 5k.

Ant695

maskabun wrote: »

I wonder what car one should have that gives maximum comfort for a long commute (2 hours 110 miles return) and can also fit in the budget.

I would say it largely depends on what the budget is.

maskabun

Ant695 wrote: »

I would say it largely depends on what the budget is.

Budget is 5k, I have modified the description mentioning that.

Bigus

Six speed ( more power in then standard) Renault Megane diesel , 60 plus mpg and good value if you can live with the electronic glitches ( keys, window reg and motors, fuse boxes, bad earths )which make them good value.
Comfortable safe and cheap.

Henry Ford III

A big car with a diesel engine I'd suggest. To maximise comfort I'd look for leather seats, good a/c, cruise control, good lights and a quality stereo.

biko

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wildefalcon

Volvo V70 or the Saloon/coupe versions C70 S80.

Why?

Orthopaedic heated seats.

Simple.

koutoubia

Something big and cruisy with a 7sp auto box.
Nice comfy seats and a place where you are comfy to sit with decent Sound system and climate control.
My E 280 has all of the above and a recent round trip from North Dublin to Ballina and an Easter trip to Tralee was done in comfort and arrived fresh.

mahoganygas

If you are in any way tall keep an eye out for a high ceiling.

I overlooked this and find some journeys uncomfortable.

Also an arm rest is a must for me, although others hate them.

wildefalcon

trend: big cars.

why?

built with more and better stuff, longer wheelbase allows bigger seats, which are better for you.

problem: hard to return to ordinary cars after a while.

bazz26

Big cars usually have higher levels of comfort and refinement, downside is that they tend to have engines that have above average rates of motor tax.

This would be ideal if you can accept the motor tax:

https://www.donedeal.ie/cars-for-sale/volvo-s60-d5-sport-with-leather-nct-2017/10016768

CJhaughey

The Mk4 Mondeo is a very decent long distance car, the 2.0tdci is a better engine than the 1.6 and has enough punch to be able to cruise economically.
Running gear is strong and should be easy to keep.
http://cars.donedeal.ie/cars-for-sale/mondeo-2009-2-0-tdci-zetec/11079136?offset=1

mhackett102

CJhaughey wrote: »

The Mk4 Mondeo is a very decent long distance car, the 2.0tdci is a better engine than the 1.6 and has enough punch to be able to cruise economically.
Running gear is strong and should be easy to keep.
http://cars.donedeal.ie/cars-for-sale/mondeo-2009-2-0-tdci-zetec/11079136?offset=1

You'd definitely get a 2008+ model (cheaper tax) of that Mondeo with your budget, they are a great car, economical and reliable.

I wouldnt go for that one thats in the link though.

CJhaughey

mhackett102 wrote: »

You'd definitely get a 2008+ model (cheaper tax) of that Mondeo with your budget, they are a great car, economical and reliable.

I wouldnt go for that one thats in the link though.

Do you know that car?
Poor enough photo's that would make me wonder what the rest of the car is like.
I am looking for an estate version myself.

mhackett102

CJhaughey wrote: »

Do you know that car?
Poor enough photo's that would make me wonder what the rest of the car is like.
I am looking for an estate version myself.

Seems that the ad was taken down by the seller.. High mileage, seemed to be in poor condition, UK import and was an ex-taxi.

We have the 1.8TDCI one here at home and its often used for long commutes and we cannot say a bad word about it. Its going for NCT soon and im considering buying it from my parents after is passes as they have their eye on a new car.

OP have you considered a Volkswagen Passat 1.9tdi? Would be a good car but I doubt you'd get a 2008+ model within your budget.

duffman3833

all depends if op wants to pay high tax for a bigger car or try stay small

maskabun

mhackett102 wrote: »

OP have you considered a Volkswagen Passat 1.9tdi? Would be a good car but I doubt you'd get a 2008+ model within your budget.

Which one, Passat saloon or estate?

mullingar

A High spec'd diesel Mondeo would be my #1 choice.

Idbatterim

hey op, just saw the below 525d asking E3500 but open to offers...

https://www.donedeal.ie/cars-for-sale/bmw/11085053

that would be a nice cruiser...

Redgirl82

Full leather Audi A6 they are solid as a rock and really comfy. Will do high mileage and you wont have major problems with it.....