(11 Sep 2022, 7:14 pm)Adrian wrote The Citaros look like a more modern bus, both inside and out. The Versa is a design that hasn't really aged well, plus the interiors (even the Berries ones that were re-trimmed) look extremely scruffy. Have a look at one of the ceilings next time you're on one.
The Versas can cater for two pushchairs or one wheelchair though, so I'm not sure what their complaint is in that respect.
I think you get what you pay for, Aurelion.
In terms of cars, (and as a Daewoo enthusiast - it pains me to say it) Mercedes is more prestigious than a Daewoo with better interior build quality and a German engine to boot. In a similar context, I would imagine Mercedes build better buses than Optare with the Citaro being superior to the Versa in terms of build quality. To maintain a Daewoo is a labour of love whilst even a tatty looking Mercedes still looks classy.