Downsizing from Citroen Picasso, recommendations needed

We acted on your advice when we bought our Citroen Picasso and have been very happy with it, but 175000 miles later it needs replacing. We do about 18000 miles a year, lots on country roads, motorways...

Changing from BMW 3series saloon

Hi I have a 2007 3 Series BMW which is a great car however I am tired of the concerns regarding grip in winter with rear wheel drive, despite using winter tyres. We are expecting our first child in the...

Issues from day one - have I a case 5 months on?

I purchased an '02' Mitsubishi Carisma 2.0 D-ID in September 2012. In getting the car home, it triggered Limp Mode - phoned the trader I purchased from, who advised me to take it to one of the garages...

What small car for £6,000?

I need a cheap, economical car. Thinking of Hyundai i10, KIA Picanto, Skoda Citigo or Fiat Panda and I have between £5000 and £6000 to spend. Can you suggest which one I should consider or if any other...

Small cars with moveable rear seats?

Can you advise me of any small, five-door family cars that include a rear seat that is moveable while upright/erected? I have found the Nissan Note has this feature. Low insurance grouping is important,...

Leasing a hatchback – what would you recommend?

I'm looking for a 5 door hatchback to lease which is reliable and a good runner for long distances. I have it down to the following four, Honda Civic 2.2 i DTEC 16v, Volvo V40 1.6 D, Volkswagen Golf...

What new small diesel car?

I currently drive a 52 plate Mini Cooper and am looking for advice on what to get next. I have recently started a new job so am doing a 40 mile each way commute now. I have owned the MINI for 2 years...

What car for £4200?

Hi, I am looking to buy a diesel hatchback/saloon and my budget is around 4200. I will be doing around 10000 miles a year. I had a Polo 2005 before so looking for a small upgrade do not want a car with...

What small estate car?

I have 2005 1.6 Ford Focus Estate and am considering a change soon. I'd like another estate car with a bit more power as the Ford is a bit slow to pick up and struggles a bit on hills. Otherwise it's...

Car for a family of three

I drive 13k miles per year mostly urban with frequent motorway trips (majority less than 40 miles), I've read all about the issues with diesel particulate filters as reported here but not the rest of the...