What is the best diesel option - Volvo S40, Volkswagen Passat or Jetta?

I'm looking for the best diesel option out of an 07/08 Volvo S40, Volkswagen Passat or Jetta. Reliability and fuel economy are my most important considerations. What would you recommend?

What car should an elderly driver get for £20,000?

An 80 year old friend is looking for a new car and has difficulty getting into cars which are too low down. She previously owned van like cars when her husband was alive to accommodate his wheelchair,...

What crossover should we get for £22,000 after our 2006 Honda Civic?

We're looking at changing our 2006 1.8 i-VTEC Honda Civic for a new crossover and would appreciate your view. Most journeys are 5 miles or less, with longer motorway runs several times a year, so we're...

Why is my Kia Sportage diesel automatic not starting?

I've got a 2008 Kia Sportage that ran out of diesel. I've changed the diesel filter and bled the fuel. Primed the pump but it's still not starting. It's turning over for a bit but the turn over dies down...

What small cars have a high seating position?

I currently have a 2.0-litre Mazda MX5. I need car with high driving position (against headlight glare), but a small car that's fun and comfortable. What do you suggest?

Do 'active headrests' come under the Kia warranty?

I have a 2011 Kia Cee'd 3 CRDI. It's a lovely car but when you sit in either of the two front seats the seat back appears to collapse. I have no lumber support function and it can quite often happen while...

Is the Hyundai i30 auto a torque converter or an automatic clutch?

I bought a Kia Venga 1.6-litre automatic, which is nice, but I preferred the Hyundais I've had in the past. If I were to change I notice there is a 1.6-litre petrol (I only drive petrol) automatic on the...

What is the best small car for short journeys?

What would you advise is the best small car to buy? Such as the Nissan Note/Micra, Peugeot 108, Hyundai i10, Kia Picanto, or Vauxhall Corsa. The car would cover approx 6000 miles per year on short journeys.

Need a safe and economical SUV - what would you recommend?

I need a good, safe and economical SUV/crossover. What would you recommend between the Nissan Juke, Qashqai and Kia Sportage?

Buying a family car for low mileage driving - Kia Niro or Toyota Prius?

I drive about 8000 to 11,000 miles per year and want a reliable and high MPG car, priced around £25k. Majority of the travel is less than three miles, occasionally about 17 miles and two or three times...