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I have a 2006 Vauxhall Meriva 1.7 CTDI which reverses up our drive easily. I recently test-drove the new Meriva. But because of its long front overhang it could not reverse up the drive, which has quite...

Which 4x4?

Would a RAV4 diesel or Volkswagen Tiguan 4X4 be a good option. Is a new model (RAV4) in the pipeline please or alternatives as well as usual cars.

Buying a new model VW Tiguan

I'm looking to purchase a new shape VW Tiguan automatic, however, I'm unsure as to the best engine to opt for. There is the seven speed Bluemotion diesel, or the 180PS TSI Petrol. Most of the driving...

Replacement flywheel

Bought a new Tiguan in October 2010, current mileage 10,104 and I have just had a flywheel replacement under warranty. I hope this will not ber a regular occurance! I am concerned. Is there anything...

One car in place of two?

We do about 10,000 miles a year between our two current cars, an 06 E-Class Mercedes 220CDI auto estate for quiet comfort on long runs and a 51 Daihatsu Terios for "country pursuits" and the wife going...

I recommend your correspondent EC considers an Audi A3 Sportback for use in wintry conditions.

Your correspondent EC, via email, appears to have identical needs to mine, except that our dog is a Springer Spaniel, not a Lab. I also drive 12,000 miles a year and make frequent trips to the Scottish...

Fan heater

I bought a VW Tiguan about nine months ago and I regularly drive just under 1,000 miles per month. At times, when the engine is switched off, a fan in the engine compartment starts. This normally runs...

Which model of Vauxhall Tiguan is most fuel-efficient?

Could you please advise which is the most fuel efficient 4-wheel drive model of the Tiguan range? I currently drive a Volkswagen Driver and I need a vehicle which has a lot of space for my grandsons and...

Our 4-month-old Volkswagen Tiguan's engine has failed. Should we accept a new engine or reject the car?

We have a 4-month-old Volkswagen Tiguan 2.0TDI Auto. Following a large oil leak we have been told we need a new engine. Should we accept this or demand a new car? We had to wait four months for delivery...

I'm retiring to France and would like a new car - should I buy it here in the UK or in France?

I'm hoping to retire to France in the near future. At this point, there should be sufficient cash to purchase a new vehicle. I am looking at a Volkswagen Sharan or Tiguan or similar. Do I buy one here...