Which SUV is most economical?

We currently have a 2015 automatic Mitsubishi L200. The fuel consumption is awful (max 30mpg). I do around 20,000 miles per year and would like something that sits high, is good on country roads and in...

Why do some supermarket fuels give lower mpg?

I have noticed a considerable difference in mpg when using some supermarket fuels compared to Shell V-power. Is this due to supermarkets buying low grade fuel to keep their costs low ? What is exactly...

Why is the fuel economy so poor in our Toyota Verso diesel?

My wife drives a 2011 Toyota Verso 2.0 D4D with 60k miles on the clock. My wife drives mainly short journeys of 10 miles with a couple of longer motorway trips every month. We average around 8000 miles...

Emissions Scandal - is Mercedes-Benz being investigated?

In the light of Volkswagen problems with the emissions scandal, why has Mercedes Benz escaped investigation? I have an 10 month old SLK AMG Sport with the 2.1 diesel engine. Mercedes claim 70mpg for this...

Land Rover Discovery Sport - why is the economy so poor?

I bought a new Land Rover Discover Sport in January. I've covered 3300 miles, but struggle to get anywhere near the official 53mpg. In fact, my average ecnomy is closer to 35mpg.

What's the best used car for 120 mile commute?

I need a car with great fuel economy for my 120 mile per day commute. It must be reliable, comfortable and suitable for my family. Budget circa £8000, but could stretch it for the right car.

Which SUV is best for MPG?

There are as yet no Real MPG figures for this car. I understand it's based on the Nissan Qashqai in terms of engines and chassis. The Qashqai models seem almost identical in Real MPG terms so is it reasonable...

Buying a used Ford S-MAX - which engine is best for economy?

I would like to buy a Ford S-MAX petrol. Could you advise which engine is the better buy. I have always thought the 2.3 engine was uneconomical, and not a powerful as the straight 2.0-litre. Which unit...

Poor fuel economy after service

My Vauxhall Zafira 1.7 diesel (13 reg) used to do about 45 miles to the gallon around town but after my last service it does only 38 miles to the gallon. Can you tell me why this has happened?

Poor fuel economy in a Mazda 6?

Three weeks ago I bought a Mazda 6 2013 sport nav estate. It's a 2.2 175PS diesel auto. Overall I am very happy with the car. However I am a bit concerned about the fuel economy. At the very best I am...