Need a car with good economy for driving in town

I've got a Skoda Octavia 1.6 TDI and do mainly town driving, which usually gives me 45mpg. I noticed that the Octavia (2004-2013) 1.6 diesel and the Toyota Auris hybrid (2013-) Touring both get similar...

When does the Toyota Auris Hybrid Touring become Euro6?

I want to buy a hybrid. From what month and year does the Toyota Auris Touring sport have the Euro6 engines? I need to buy one for taxi and it has to be officially Euro6.

A new car for twins...

We are expecting twins later in the year and my 10 year old Golf GTI (which I cherish) won't cut the mustard. We live in London, with on street parking, and mileage is currently 7000 miles a year; as such...

What five mid-sized cars should I consider?

Four years ago I bought a Toyota Avensis Tourer which is now coming to the end of its five-year warranty and I’m thinking of replacing it. What I’d like is something a little smaller. I’d like petrol,...

Can you recommend a large and economical estate?

I want to buy a sensible, spacious economical estate car, which will be predominantly driven in town. I am thinking on a new Auris Touring Sports with the 1.6 petrol engine. Is this a good choice?

Winter tyres for Auris Hybrid Touring Sports

I have 225/45/ R17 91W Tyres on my Auris Touring Sports Hybrid. I am considering getting winter tyres for this and would probably like a second set of wheels for ease. Do I have to stick to R17 wheels...