I've been monitoring this forum for a while as I try to decide which car to buy next. I'm under no pressure to change but life is too short etc. I just don't know whether the Formentor is a viable option? I can see many people ordered one but are still waiting.
I currently drive a VW Golf Mk7 and the Formentor appeals for its design, drive and more spacious than a Golf. I sat in a Formentor V2 in the showroom and liked it.
I haven't driven one but it's been getting very good reviews. All the reviews online seem to be of just two models: Mainly the 2.0 310 VZ2, a couple are 1.5 150's. Just one (Australian) review compared the 310 VZ2 to the 2.0 190 V2. They thought the 190 was better value, being "90% of the fun for 80% of the cost".
However, an appealing product is of little benefit if you can't actually buy one. My local dealer has sold off all their stock and advised me there's probably a 30 week wait for all new orders. Of course, that's an estimate they said. They have no idea when the car would actually turn up. It would depend on the chip shortage etc. I also called a dealer in London and they suggested a factory order would take just 3 months. Surely this sounds implausible, judging by the feedback on this forum?
Any thoughts on Formentor delivery delays appreciated. I could pay a deposit and wait until mid next year. A bit crazy surely? Alternatively there's a couple of Formentors on Autotrader at more or less list price with minimal options. But I would like a sunroof and towbar.
Another option I would like is ACC adaptive cruise control (since the VW Golf has it as standard). I know the Formentor can come with ACC.
I have looked at other makes. The used market is over-priced across the board. ACC isn't available whatsoever due to the chip shortage on new BMW 3 series Touring (unless a 40 model). There are zero used 320i / 330i / 320d examples to buy with Driver Assistance pack.
Audi A4 Avants can be ordered with ACC and a good discount, but no sunroofs! The '22 Kia Sportage might be an option, but unlikely to be as good to drive as the Formentor.
All this led me to think a Tesla Model 3 could be a better option in the current circumstances. At least these are available within a month or two, but I don't have off-street parking to charge it, so would be reliant on Superchargers. I had been thinking better to wait a few years before going EV. Make the most of ICE's while they are readily available. It turns out it's not so straightforward...
I currently drive a VW Golf Mk7 and the Formentor appeals for its design, drive and more spacious than a Golf. I sat in a Formentor V2 in the showroom and liked it.
I haven't driven one but it's been getting very good reviews. All the reviews online seem to be of just two models: Mainly the 2.0 310 VZ2, a couple are 1.5 150's. Just one (Australian) review compared the 310 VZ2 to the 2.0 190 V2. They thought the 190 was better value, being "90% of the fun for 80% of the cost".
However, an appealing product is of little benefit if you can't actually buy one. My local dealer has sold off all their stock and advised me there's probably a 30 week wait for all new orders. Of course, that's an estimate they said. They have no idea when the car would actually turn up. It would depend on the chip shortage etc. I also called a dealer in London and they suggested a factory order would take just 3 months. Surely this sounds implausible, judging by the feedback on this forum?
Any thoughts on Formentor delivery delays appreciated. I could pay a deposit and wait until mid next year. A bit crazy surely? Alternatively there's a couple of Formentors on Autotrader at more or less list price with minimal options. But I would like a sunroof and towbar.
Another option I would like is ACC adaptive cruise control (since the VW Golf has it as standard). I know the Formentor can come with ACC.
I have looked at other makes. The used market is over-priced across the board. ACC isn't available whatsoever due to the chip shortage on new BMW 3 series Touring (unless a 40 model). There are zero used 320i / 330i / 320d examples to buy with Driver Assistance pack.
Audi A4 Avants can be ordered with ACC and a good discount, but no sunroofs! The '22 Kia Sportage might be an option, but unlikely to be as good to drive as the Formentor.
All this led me to think a Tesla Model 3 could be a better option in the current circumstances. At least these are available within a month or two, but I don't have off-street parking to charge it, so would be reliant on Superchargers. I had been thinking better to wait a few years before going EV. Make the most of ICE's while they are readily available. It turns out it's not so straightforward...