Does the 2009 Vauxhall Astra have better handling than the 2004 Focus?

Does the new Astra (2009 model) have better handling than the 6-year-old Focus? I mean handling, not ride quality or comfort, just which is better for fast driving in bends. Also, why do you say on your...

What do you think of the 2005 Volkswagen Golf Plus?

What do you think of the 2005 petrol Volkswagen Golf Plus 1.6SE 5-door, with manual gearbox, and in particular the FSi engine? Have there been problems with it?

Golf TDI or BMW 320d - which is faster?

I currently own a Golf TDI (2003) with 126,000 miles on the clock, but I would like to trade it in for a BMW 320d (2003) with 100,000 on the clock and I'm not sure what to do. Which car is faster and has...

Which 4x4 is suitable for towing and long journeys?

We have tall children (6 feet 7 inches) and after six years and 90,000 miles of enjoying the luxury of an Amazon we are looking to replace it. We can fit into a Discovery, an LC4 (the only one we've test...

My 25-year-old son wants a Golf TD GTi - what else could he consider?

My son, aged 25, is interested in buying a secondhand Golf TD GTi. His budget is about £14,000. Can you suggest any alternatives that would give him the same level of reliability and street cred?

Would you recommend a Mercedes-Benz C-Class or E-Class for long-distance comfort?

I have a budget of around £16,000 and would like a car which is comfortable over long distances. I am thinking secondhand. I really want heated leather seats, a cup holder and the capability of doing in...

What do you think of the BM 535d M Sport Touring?

I am looking to buy a BMW 535d M Sport Touring and wanted your general comments and thoughts on the car, as well as key areas to check on the car and its history. I am buying it from a BMW main dealer...

Would you recommend a Land Rover Discovery, Audi Q7 or Volvo XC90 to replace our Porsche Cayenne?

I need to replace a Cayenne S as we have three small kids. Should we get a Q7, XC90 or Discovery? I am very confused. Could buy new or secondhand with less than 10,000 on the clock. Any ideas?

Is it safe to 'chip' my Volkswagen Bora to increase the power output?

My 120,000-mile Volkswagen Bora runs perfectly with 90bhp, but I would like more power. A professional auto-tuner has quoted £200 to chip the car to 120bhp and a further £180 to fit larger injectors to...

Which medium-sized car would you recommend for a 70-mile daily commute including motorways?

I'm looking at buying a medium-sized car either new or a couple of years old. I travel 70 miles per day (half on motorway). I'm currently driving an Audi A4 1.9TDI, so I want something that can accelerate...