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Which cars can fit three child seats in the back?
I've got a third child on the way (the first 2 will be 2 and 4 years old by the time the third arrives) but I really don't want to sell my 2013 BMW 5 Series Touring 2.0. Can I safely fit three child seats...
I'm looking at buying a 2008 Ford S-Max 2.0 TDCi, 133,000 miles on the clock. It's priced at £2650 and I'm looking at it this week. What things should I be looking for which should have been changed already...
I currently drive a 2013 Ford Mondeo Estate which we've used as a family car for camping holidays. Squeezing as much as possible into the boot is essential, with the back seats up as I have two children....
I have £8000 to spend on a medium-size family car that has good safety, reliability and mpg. What are your suggestions?
My son is looking to swap his 2011 Peugeot 508 SW for an old Volvo XC90 to accommodate a growing family. He wants to be able to fit 3 child seats in the back and still have room for luggage on long trips....
I've just bought a motorhome and I want to tow a small-ish car behind it (in UK). It must also act as a family car (2 adults and sometimes grandchildren). I'm quite tempted by the Ford Fiesta, Ford Focus...
I am looking for a reliable diesel family car. It should be no older than 2013, less than 40,000 miles and we have an £8000 budget. Can you please advise what the best options for me would be? I have been...
I am considering buying a new Volvo V90. I have read numerous reviews and had a test drive. I note that in addition to the standard suspension set-up there are two (cost) options available - rear self-levelling...
I have a 2010 Audi Q5 but want to change it for a car that is a family car. I want something that's low tax, £20, and low group insurance but still a decent car. £9000 is my limit. Please help.
 

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