Can I get a diesel MPV without a DPF or DMF?

I have not once had a diesel engine-related problem despite being a diesel driver since 1985. In an attempt to preserve this record, I want to replace my 2007 Berlingo with a diesel which doesn't have...

Which large diesel 4x4 should I buy for towing a boat?

I am planning to replace my car with a 2.0-litre or 2.5-litre diesel 4x4 to tow a light boat and I'm unsure what to buy. The village we live in is approached by a steep hill and I also need it to cope...

Buying a diesel - sensible?

I am in the market for a 1 year old, small/med diesel estate. I have never owned a diesel before and am concerned about what I read re DMFs. I have narrowed field to Peugeot 308SW, Vauxhall Astra Tourer,...

What symptoms are related to DMF failure?

My Renault Scenic dCI has a dual mass flywheel. With nearly 120,000 miles on the clock, what symptoms of impending DMF failure should I be looking or listening for?

Do the KIA Sportage or Nissan Qashai have any particular problems?

I am about to change my car. I can spend in the region of £20,000 plus whatever I can get for my 2004 Mondeo Ghia X 2.0TDCI with 46,000 miles. I tow a small caravan occasionally and my current annual mileage...

Which reliable Ford should we buy as an all-purpose workhorse?

We would like to buy either a Ford Focus hatchback or estate or a 2008 Ford C-Max from British Car Auctions, where we have purchased several cars in the past. The car will serve as an all purpose workhorse...

Is the Lexus IS worth a look?

I am thinking about purchasing a Lexus IS F-Sport diesel but I do not know much about the car. Is servicng dear, are they reliable, running costs, build quality?

Why does my Skoda Superb use so much oil?

I own a Skoda Superb diesel 2.0TDI which consumes engine oil. After every 5000 to 6000km the oil level drops to the lower mark, though there is no warning sign on the dashboard. The car had problems with...

Expensive timing chain failure on my BMW 118d - who is liable?

The timing belt on my BMW 118d, 07 reg, with 59,000 miles on the clock broke last week and I am told by my local dealer that it cost £800 to strip down the engine and identify the fault. They then told...

Would diesel be appropriate for me?

I do a couple of miles each morning and evening, and do long motorway journeys every month, and a trip on the motorway each weekend. I need a 5 door small car, I want it to be comfortable on the motorway...