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    I am in the market for a new car near year's end to replace my Holden Cruze SRI 1.6 turbo hatch. I am considering a medium hatchback or perhaps a sedan or medium SUV, and I have about $40,000 to spend before my trade-in. Several vehicles I am attracted to have constantly variable transmissions — which I dislike, having driven a number as hire cars. Others have dual-clutch autos and there are numerous examples of models that have well-documented problems so I would prefer not to go there. I am reduced to vehicles with conventional autos and manuals but the latter options are fading fast. The second problem is that I like cars with a bit of grunt but so many now have engines that are just OK for trickling around the suburbs but are underpowered when one hits a highway. Can you suggest a medium-size car with an engine that has a bit of grunt that is fun to drive?

    Answered by CarsGuide
    11 August 2016
    Paul Gover

    Two choices that get The Tick from me are the Toyota Camry sedan, which can be quite punchy with the 2.5-litre petrol engine and is great value, and the Kia Sportage SUV with turbo diesel.

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