I have a slight conundrum. We recently landed back in NZ, and have purchased an Outback as our family car. It's fantastic for my wife and kids to potter about in, and for longer trips as a family.
However, we're currently based in Warkworth, and I will likely need to commute into Auckland Central 2 / 3 days a week for a new job - which makes for a round trip of about 125km a day. I'm looking for a second car, but stumped as to what to get. My requirements are:
However, we're currently based in Warkworth, and I will likely need to commute into Auckland Central 2 / 3 days a week for a new job - which makes for a round trip of about 125km a day. I'm looking for a second car, but stumped as to what to get. My requirements are:
- Max budget is $16k, but the less I can spend the better.
- Fuel economy is my key concern, the less I can spend on gas the better
- Comfort is an important consideration given the distance, and also need to consider that I'm 6'3" with long legs - so small cabins are less than ideal
- Something that can fit a couple of car seats in the back in a pinch is a bonus