What's the best 4x4 for £2000?

I am looking for a fun, low cost second car to take the dog to the beach or pick up something from the DIY store. I have £2000 to spend and want a petrol vehicle with all-wheel drive. I looked at the Suzuki...

Buying a new SUV - petrol or diesel?

We want to buy a new seven-seater SUV. Our shortlist is: Volvo XC90, Land Rover Discovery Sport and the Kia Sorento. We are a bit worred about the emissions scandals. Should we opt for petrol or diesel?...

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?

Which premium SUV is best?

I am looking to buy a premium SUV. I've narrowed my search to the Audi Q5, Mercedes GLC or the Jaguar F Pace. Which is the best buy in your opinion?

Which SUV is best for family life?

I am looking to replace our 2006 Saab 93 estate, your advice on an SUV style vehicle as a replacement would be appreciated? Our budget is up to £14,000 for a car of 3 years/ 30,000 miles (inc P/x if there...

Which all-wheel drive is best for efficiency?

I am torn between a 2004 Subaru Forester X AWD 2.5 and a 2005 Nissan X-trail 4WD 2.5. I want to know which is more fuel efficient; a constant AWD like the Subaru or a car which the driver can alternate...

Need a petrol SUV to tow a horse box - any recommendations?

My daughter needs a car with which to tow her horse box. She currently has a Toyota RAV4 Diesel but because her day-to-day mileage is low, she is having regular problems with the DPF. This has been replaced...

Mazda CX-5 - which wheel size is best?

I am about to buy a new Mazda CX-5. It comes on 19-inch wheels. I like the ride of the lower spec version on 17s. Would it be reasonable to insist on the dealer to remove the standard size and replace...

Buying a Honda CR-V - petrol or diesel?

I want to replace my 2002 Honda CR-V petrol with the newer model. Should I go with petrol or diesel? I would buy a 2008/9 with 100k miles and would do about 10k miles/ year.

What's the best car for towing a horse trailer?

I am looking for a 4x4 with good suspension (for off road/bumpy unmade roads), to tow a horse trailer - approx 2300kg weight gross (including two horses). It will also double up as family car, so it must...