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I'm looking for an automatic hybrid car with a raised driving position. It must have enough power and torque to tow a 1440kg caravan. What would you recommend with a budget of £25,000?

Which second hand SUV should I buy?

I'm looking at a second hand SUV. My choices are Peugeot 3008, Skoda Karoq, Mazda CX-5 or a Nissan X-Trail. Ideally I'd like a petrol for now. Is there a stand out car out of those four and any choice...

Can you recommend a small, automatic SUV with a heated steering wheel?

I'm looking for a medium-sized SUV but new cars are so expensive. We need heated seats and steering wheel, leather preferably, automatic and lots of useful kit. Something comfortable, quiet and wafts along...

What's the best used, medium-sized SUV?

I have £19,000 to spend. Can you tell me what's the best used medium-sized SUV with a petrol engine and automatic gearbox?

What's the best used hybrid SUV for £25,000?

My daughter is looking for a new car. She has two small children and lives in a flat. She currently has a Ford C-MAZ diesel but doesn't cover many long journeys. Can you suggest a hybrid SUV up to three...

What's the best used SUV for under £22,000?

I own a 2011 Peugeot 3008 and I am very satisfied with its 1.6 diesel engine and manual gearbox. I’m going to be updating this year and am at present looking at three options that are all around three...

What's the best used luxury 4x4 with a beige interior?

I have a Porsche Cayenne diesel that I like but I want to change having had it for three years. I think it is worth about £27,000. I can add up to £25,000 to the trade-in. I don't like the options from...

Looking for a family hybrid SUV for city and country life

I am recently married, in my early 30s and with a newly acquired lurcher puppy. My wife and I live in London, but often frequent our my family's farm in Suffolk. We are both environmentally conscious and,...

What's the best SUV for £22,000 or less?

I have a budget of £22,000 for a used or new SUV. It must have an automatic gearbox with a petrol or hybrid powertrain. The boot size must also be at least 550 litres or above. Other requirements include...

What's the best 3.5 tonne tow car for under £15k?

My partner is looking for a vehicle that is capable of towing 3.5 tonnes (horsebox and horses). Ideally, an automatic that costs less than £15,000 to buy (not a Land Rover Discovery after numerous issues...