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We are looking at buying a 2012 Skoda Octavia 1.4 TSI but have read that the engine has been recalled due to a problem with the cam/chain belt resulting in engine failure. What is your understand of the...
I'm looking for a mid-size SUV with a petrol engine, autobox and on demand four-wheel drive. I also want 17-inch wheels and a boot big enough for two full size suitcases. What do you recommend for £30k?
I would like to buy a Ford S-MAX petrol. Could you advise which engine is the better buy. I have always thought the 2.3 engine was uneconomical, and not a powerful as the straight 2.0-litre. Which unit...
I'm considering buying a petrol sports saloon and am thinking of either a Jaguar XE or a BMW 4 Series. I plan to keep the car for a long time, 10 years plus, but have some concerns on the reliability of...
You recently published a response stating that short runs are very bad for a flat six Porsche Boxster engine. Why do you say that? I use my 2000 model as my station car (seven miles each way) and have...
My daughter has an 2010 Audi A3 1.8 petrol. About 2 years ago she took to Audi Leeds to complain about excessive oil consumption which they said they had dealt with. The problem has now returned so that...
I'm considering changing my A3 Sportback 1.4 ACT for a Q3. I only do 8k miles pa so assume petrol is best. I've driven the Q3 with the 1.4 ACT engine with auto and it drives very well. Is there any benefit...
In August I ordered an Audi A3 Sportback 1.4 TFSI cylinder on demand 150 through a car broker. I have been quite "smug" in my decision to choose this petrol "advanced cylinder on demand technology"as...
I drive a 2013 Focus 1.6 TDCi with 30k on the clock which is mechanically sound. Though I enjoy a solid 54mpg in mixed driving and expect at least 10mpg less from a petrol engine, my mileage and concerns...
Are there any reliability issues with small petrol engines with a turbo?
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