How do I reverse uphill using an electric parking brake?

I'm about to buy a new Mazda 3 manual which has an electric parking brake which I haven't used before. I park my car facing downwards on a steep 1 in 3 gradient on my driveway. Will the the electronic...

Should I buy a diesel Honda Civic or a petrol Mazda 3?

I'm looking at buying a Honda Civic i-DTEC 1.6 or a petrol Mazda 3 2.0 SE-L. Could you recommend a diesel engine or suggest whether petrol is the way to go based on future diesel city taxes. Probably looking...

Is it smart to buy a very low mileage two owner car?

I have seen a dealer approved 2015 Mazda 3 automatic, with two previous owners. It was a demonstrator and had a private owner. It has done only 2000 miles. Is it okay to buy this car or stay away from...

Should I buy a used car that's only done 2000 miles?

I am after a used Mazda 3 automatic car. I have seen a 2 year old car with only 2000 miles and another 2 year old with 15,000 miles. Is it better to buy one which has done 15,000 miles? Both are advertised...

Mazda 3 - full service history vs full dealer service history?

I have a Mazda 3 which will be three years old in February and out of warranty. I would like to get the car serviced by an excellent local independent garage. Obviously this will mean not having a full...

Which Mazda 3?

I am looking at an economical family hatch mainly for city driving with an occasional long distance motroway journey. So thinking about the Mazda 3..should I go for the automatic 2.2 l 150 bhp diesel or...

Need an economical hatch with auto gearbox

I am looking to upgrade my Ford Focus (2008 model) next year. I do mainly city driving and my mileage is less than 10,000. I like the 1.5 diesel automatic, but thought it lacked get up and go. Would a...

Best used family hatchback for £9k?

I'm looking for a medium-sized, five-door hatchback. I have £9000 to spend and do 10,000-12,000 miles per year, half of which are on motorways. Can you offer any advice as to which cars I should look at?...

Need a large car with good fuel eocnomy

I am looking for 2.0-litre diesel car with 150PS. I need good fuel economy and impressive handling from the car. What should I get from the: Mazda6, Skoda Octavia, Volkswagen Passat, Honda Civic and Toyota...

Need a quiet and comfortable hatchback

I currently own a Mazda 3. I've had it 11 years and it has never given me any problems, although it is very noisy. I'm about to buy another new car. What would you recommend as a replacement of a similar...