What's the most reliable family hatchback for £5000?

I'm looking to replace a 55 plate Ford Focus diesel with a similar-size family hatchback, this time petrol. Reliability and economy are top of the list. I'm currently doing 25 miles a day on A roads and...

Is a used Skoda Yeti DSG a good buy?

I’m thinking of buying a 2015 Skoda Yeti 2015 1.2 TSI DSG as a second car. The one I’m looking at seems like a good clean car with a few minor scratches but nothing major, however, the engine is noisy....

What's the best petrol or hybrid on a budget?

What petrol or hybrid cars would you suggest with high mpg (45/50+) that have a high seating position and easy to get out of. I have a max budget is £2500.

Can you recommend a car to replace our Vauxhall Meriva?

Can you recommend a car to replace our Vauxhall Meriva? We need a petrol automatic with easy access for octogenarians. Our budget is only about £8000. Reliability is a must and a "proper" auto box plus...

Is a turbo petrol or naturally-aspirated engine better when it comes to long term reliability?

I drive about 3000 miles a year and have always owned normally-aspirated petrol engines with torque-converter gearboxes. I'm wanting to buy a replacement but seem to have little option other than a turbo...

What's the best petrol or hybrid family car?

My mother-in-law is spending more time back in the UK and is in need of a car. The car will be used mainly in a London suburb but it will need to head to Cornwall a few times a year and left for a month...

Should I idle my turbo petrol engine before switching it off?

I have just bought a new Audi Q3 1.4 TSFI. I have not owned a turbo car before and understand that you should let the car idle for a while before switching off following certain driving conditions. Please...

Is a fuel system flush worth it?

My Dacia Sandero Ambience has just had its third service by the main dealer. They are recommending a fuel system flush to remove moisture. My car has only done 12000 miles, I run it on BP Ultimate petrol...

We want a petrol seven-seater - what do you suggest?

I need a seven seat car but don't do long distance regularly. Most journeys are short such as school, work, shopping. The majority of options are diesel though. We really like the Peugeot 5008 and currently...

Should I idle the engine of my petrol car after a long run just like you advise for turbo diesel owners?

You have wisely advised owners of diesel turbo cars to idle the engines after a fast run before switching the engine off. Is the same advise also applicable to petrol TSI cars, such as the Volkswagen Polo...