Replacing 2008 VW Golf 1.6 FSI Match

We are looking to replace our Volkswagen Golf 1.6 FSI. We have narrowed our shortlist down to the Kia Ceed, Mazda CX-3 and the latest Volkswagen Golf. Which are the best for reliability?

Best estate for under £4000?

I'm looking for a family estate to carry our impending baby gear, plus two dogs. What estate would you recommend for under £4000? Preferably diesel as we do about 15,000 miles a year. Looking for a reliable...

Which diesel car should I buy?

What would be the best car that meets the following criteria? - has a Diesel engine with lots of torque - can return at least 45mpg on the motorway - can take 4 people in decent comfort - has a good size...

After a used car on a budget of £4K?

I've a budget of £4K and looking for a car that would be suitable for around 24000 miles per annum. Also needs to have enough space for a peak, two children and occasionally the family dog. Any suggestions...

New car has faults - where do I stand?

I have just bought 2011 Kia Cee'd from a non Kia dealership with a full MOT with no advisories. I bought the car 2 weeks ago. I contacted the garage for what sounds like a duff wheel bearing and they have...

What's the best replacement for a Honda CR-V?

I want to change my 2009 79K miles Honda CR-V manual petrol. I like the raised driving position, 4x4 is useful at times and the large boot is handy but I am now looking for an automatic. I only do about...

Scraping noise from my Kia Cee'd - what could it be?

I noticed a scratching-scraping noise from the front of my Kia Cee'd, probably nearside. The engine is ticking fine (petrol 1.6) and it only happens in first or second gear (or in reverse) at very low...

After a car with easy access - what do you suggest?

I'm looking for 1 year old low mileage manual petrol Qashqai, Sportage or Yeti. I only do 8,000 miles a year. Which make and model would you recommend for value, comfort and reliability?

Best used 4x4 for towing a caravan?

I have £25,000 to spend. Could you recommend a used 4x4 vehicle to tow a caravan with laden weight of 1700kgs?

Buying my own car for the first time in thirty years

I’m going to retire in the next twelve months and will be forced to buy my own car for the first time in more than 30 years. The last six company vehicles have been the Honda CRV (Diesel) with a manual...