Would you recommend the Ford Focus or Honda Civic for reliability and good boot size?

I'm after a Focus-sized petrol car up to two years old (not new) for around £10,000-£11,000. Two key requirements are reliability and boot space. I quite like the Honda Civic and Ford Focus but can't decide...

Which safe, cheap-to-insure car for my 18-year-old son?

My 18-year-old son has decided to take up driving lessons and will eventually have a car of his own. What would you recommend as his first car? My issue is obviously insurance costs but more importantly...

Is there a good car for carrying a wheelchair and disabled passenger?

Is there such thing as a stylish and well designed car for a wheelchair passenger? We have glanced at the Fiat Qubo, Toyota Auris (with swivel seat), Skoda Roomster and Mercedes-Benz Vaneo. Have you any...

Which family hatchback for under £4000?

I need a family hatchback for under £4000. I'm thinking that an Octavia is slightly too big for my needs and the Fabia doesn't get as good reviews. Is it worth considering a KIA cee’d 1.6 CRDi or a SEAT...

Which small car to replace my Fabia which doesn't have a DPF?

I am thinking of replacing my 89,000 mile 2004 Skoda Fabia 1.4 TDI with a similar car. I do about 9000 miles a year, mostly short runs. In view of your warnings about DPFs can you tell me at what point...

Citroen C3 Picasso or Skoda Yeti?

I’m thinking of buying a nearly new car for my retirement, but can’t decide between the Citroen C3 Picasso or Skoda Yeti. I will only drive on short journeys and cover 5000 miles in a year. Which car should...

Replacing a used Octavia - good idea?

I’m thinking of replacing my 2003 Skoda Octavia Elegance hatchback 1.9 TDi. The car is great and tows a 1140Kg caravan with no problem, but I want to replace it with something that’s just three or four...

Buying a small 4x4/SUV

I am starting to think about changing my Hyundai ix35 4x4 which has been a great car, but is now a little large for my needs. I like the high driving position, occasional use of 4x4 and built in sat nav....

Can I fit smaller wheels to my Skoda Fabia vRS?

My Skoda Fabia vRS is fitted with 16" alloys and low profile 205/45 tyres. Can I fit smaller diameter wheels with higher profile tyres? If so, which size?

Which MPV has a comfortable driver's seat, large boot and accessories?

Three of my last four vehicles have been Renault Espaces. As Renault no longer offers an Espace in the UK, and not being enamoured with the Grand Scenic, I am looking to change and downsize. My current...