Why Ford and VW more popular than Toyota or Honda in UK?

Although Toyota Auris and Honda Civic are more reliable than Focus and Golf.

"Although Toyota Auris and Honda Civic are more reliable than Focus and Golf. "

Maybe, but they are both bland to drive and they are not that much more reliable (even if that statement is correct) that it would make a difference.

VW is the WORLD LEADER.

Toyota have had a lot of recalls over the last 2 or 3 years which could indicate that they are living on their past reputation ~ just as VW have for the last 25 years and a modern VW comes about halfway down the list in the annual reliability trials, beaten by all Japanese and Korean cars.

Why are Ford and VW so popular, perhaps the average british driver is more conservative than they realise and better the devil you know etc

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