Hi A6_Chris,

Thanks very much for your advice. More or less confirms my own feelings... good to get validation! I didn't think the additional mileage was really an issue, especially if the offset is a vehicle that looks nicer and is better spec'd.

I had a chance to test drive an S-Line model over the weekend (though it was the newer 2012 model), and didn't really have a problem with the ride, which I know is somewhat firmer than on the standard model. I probably won't get a chance to test drive the exact models I'm looking at - I'm based in London and these are from dealers outside of London. I have agreed with my local dealer to test drive an equivalent model this weekend before going ahead with the purchase.