BMW X5 autto suffering from gear slippage

A year ago I purchased an approved 2012 BMW X5 (E70) from an approved dealer. The car was sold with a two year warranty. Last week, when accelerating, the automatic gearbox felt like the gearbox was slipping....

Tall driver in need of a small automatic car - what would you recommend?

I am after a small yet spacious automatic car for under £2900. I am 6ft 3in and only need this to get me to work and home which is at maximum 20 miles overall. Which car would you suggest I buy?

What is the Suzuki Baleno automatic like?

I have owned three Suzuki Swifts and now, due to a disability, need a larger car that can hold a wheelchair and three people. The new Suzuki Baleno appears to fit the bill - but the six-speed automatic...

DSG problems with Volkswagen Passant

I own a 2015 Volkswagen Passat 1.6. A few weeks ago the car stalled and made strange noises when restarted. The gearbox refused to go into drive and the car was eventually recovered by the dealer. Since...

SEAT Alhambra DSG making odd noises

I have had a problem with my 2012 SEAT Alhambra DSG autmaotic with an intrusive noise on deceleration. It's fine whilst accelerating but loud when back in 1st. would this be a problem with overrun? it...

When will Honda introduce an auto 'box for its diesels?

I am interested in buying a Honda HR-V after reading your review. But am very disappointed to find out that it does not offer a diesel with the automatic gearbox, only petrol versions. In fact, the Civic...

Replacing Volvo V70 with something similar or slightly smaller

My late husband's 16 year old Volvo V70 finally needs replacing. I would like something similar, or slightly smaller in size with a petrol engine as I do a lot of short journeys and an automatic as I am...

Which small auto is best?

The lease on my top of the range Kia Rio ends in the autumn. I've enjoyed the 1.4 engine, heated front seats and general space, but the ride is harsh around our pot holed roads. I only do 5000 miles a...

Honda automatics - are they any good?

What is your opinion on the reliability and effectiveness of Honda automatics? I'm thinking of buying a Civic Tourer or CR-V.

Buying a used Audi Q3 - which engine is best?

I am looking to buy a used (2014 model) Audi Q3, with a petrol engine and auto gearbox. Are the DSG gearboxes reliable? Which engine is best in the Q3?