South African favourites, the Suzuki Swift and Volkswagen Polo, have finished in the top five in a new survey regarding design evolution in the United Kingdom. Conducted byAutotrader UK, the survey, which involved 3 000 drivers across three generations, centred around voting on which particular vehicle’s design has improved or regressed over time. Of these, Volkswagen-owned Seat took the first two places with the Ibiza and Leon, followed by the Polo, Swift, Nissan Micra and the Vauxhall (Opel) Corsa.
“Our research shows that car design has come a long way, with the majority of drivers preferring how modern models look. Understanding which car designs have stood the test of time can be valuable when you’re considering selling your car,” Autotrader’s Erin Baker said. “Ultimately, care and condition count even more.
A model that’s been looked after, whether it’s a modern favourite or a classic choice, will always get more attention than one that’s been neglected.” Unlike South Africa, which sources its Swift from Maruti Suzuki in India, those destined for the UK and by extension Europe, originate from the Makinohara plant in Japan. NOW READ:Class act Volkswagen Polo and Polo Vivo show their worth
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