Buying a petrol estate - what would you recommend?

We currently have a 2004 Ford Focus diesel estate which we have been pleased with. We want to change it for another estate, perhaps 1-2 years old, but need: - similar size boot space - level access to...

How can I fix my Skoda's misfire?

My Skoda Fabia is misfiring. A mechanic has cleaned all three spark plugs and checked the coil - both are okay but still it is misfiring. What should I try next?

What's causing my Micra to lurch while driving?

My Nissan Micra jerks and lurches at low to medium speeds. It starts fine, accelerating well, but then starts to lurch along at medium speeds - up to 60mph. The plugs and filters have all been replaced,...

Volkswagen Golf - hybrid or petrol?

My sister lives in London and wants to buy a Volkswagen Golf with an automatic gearbox. She has a budget of £20,000 and does mainly local journeys. with some longer ones at weekends. She is set on the...

Why is my Toyota Aygo using so much oil?

I have a 2006 Toyota Aygo 1.0 petrol which I have had for over nine years. I have started using the car more for work journeys and have noticed that the engine oil needs topping up regularly. To date...

Honda CR-V vs Toyota RAV4 - which is best?

I am considering buying a Honda CR-V manual petrol 4WD or a Toyota RAV4 Hybrid 4WD. I do not do enough mileage for a diesel (around 12,000 miles per year) and want to buy a car that will keep me for 10...

Should I swap my 2013 CR-V for an older model?

I currently drive a 2013 Honda CR-V petrol, which is now out of it's warranty period. In the two years I've owned it, it has lost £6000 in value through depreciation (£250 a month) and I also pay a monthly...

Can you recommend a used seven-seater with a petrol engine?

I am looking for a used seven-seater with a petrol engine and automatic gearbox. I'm split between the Nissan Qashqai+2 2.0 and the Toyota Verso 1.8. Both up to year 2012 or older. Which would you choose?...

Need a small petrol hatchback with torque converter gearbox

I want to replace my Honda Jazz with a similar-sized hatchback;however, I want a petrol automatic with decent performance. I don’t fancy a CVT gearbox and my preferences are: Mazda 2, Ford Fiesta, Hyundai...

Are turbocharged petrol engines reliable?

Our car is a BMW 120i coupe "non-turbo". The latest 218 etc has twin turbos. In view of all the warnings you have issued over the years regarding turbo bearing failure doe to overheating, would we be storing...