I like the new Mondeo - what's the best engine choice for a 60-mile each way motorway commute?

I like the new Mondeo and want the best engine choice for a 60-mile each way motorway commute. The 1.5 TDCi ECONETEC offers best fuel economy, but Ford dealers are pushing the 2.0 TDCi as more flexible....

Focus EcoBoost or SEAT Leon TSI - which is best?

My dilemma is a choice of second family car, between a Ford Focus EcoBoost 1.0 125 Zetec or SEAT Leon 1.2 TSI. It would be either new or under 1 year old. Ignoring the price (they are very similar), can...

Skoda Fabia - is the timing chain reliable?

We are looking at a Fabia Estate as a future replacement for our 2010 Honda Jazz, which lacks boot space. I've heard too many horror stories to buy another car with a cam belt, and a dealer tells me the...

Is a C-Class Estate a good buy as a comfortable car?

After having BMW 3 Series diesel estates for years, advancing years have increased my desire for a comfortable car on today's abysmal roads and less concern about all out handling so I am looking at the...

Issue with the electronics on my new Golf SV - what are my options?

I bought a new Golf SV 1.4 in May 2014. Almost since new I have had issues with the electronics and in particular error mesages relating to Aadptive Cruise Control and system warning lights to say its...

Buying a tall car - any suggestions?

I have owned a Toyota Verso 1.8 for over four years and am about to change. We have loved the Toyota and may well get another, but I'm unsure how durable the CVT gearbox will be if I run the car for more...

Mazda 6 diesel engine/system does not have DPF - good thing?

I have been advised that the Mazda 6 diesel engine with SkyActive technology does not have a DPF and therefore avoids associated problems of other diesel engines if used mostly on short mileage runs, with...

Buying a new BMW 3 Series - can you help?

Can you please offer your guidance to assist me with decision for purchase of a new BMW 3 Series 320i Sport Auto or Audi A4 2.0 TSFI Sport Auto. Both are similar for purchase cost. I need your help to...

Best seven-seater SUV - what would you recommend?

Can you please advise which of the following is likely to have the most boot space when all seven seats are in use:Mitsubishi Outlander,Kia Sorento,Hyundai Santa Fe. Also which model is best suited for...

Qashqai 1.2 Petrol Auto - what do you think of it?

I like to know what you think of the new Qashqai 1.2 petrol automatic model. We're a family of four and have a very low annual mileage with driving for short trips mainly in urban areas. I'm thinking...