What hatchbacks come with a manual gearbox?

I am looking to change my current Mercedes A200 which has a manual gearbox. Can you suggest a similar size car, with the same spec and a manual gearbox? I intend to purchase a brand new replacement.

Can you still buy a no frills hatchback?

Even seven years ago you could buy an entry level five-door hatchback from any well-known marque without lots of options. Now there seems to be about £3k added to the price because extras have been made...

I want to order a new Passat, but should I wait for the next generation?

We have been looking at buying a new VW Passat Estate but there is currently a 40 week wait for a new factory order and we aren't in a hurry. However by all accounts there is an all new Passat coming...

Is the Toyota Corolla Cross coming to the UK?

Is there any indication that the Toyota Corolla Cross will be sold in the UK? We have got a Toyota Corolla Touring Sports - a great car, but a little low for me to get in and out of. Next time I'll need...

Why are there so many delays on new car orders?

I ordered a new VW Golf PHEV in March 2022 with VW saying it would take 8 to 12 months. 16 months later we still have no build date for the car, do they want us to cancel the order because the cars have...

If the price of my car rises above £40k after I've ordered it do I have to pay premium tax?

I am about to order a new car with a list price just below £40K so no higher VED to pay. If during the time from ordering the car to it being delivered the list price increases to above the £40K limit...

Can you buy a new car with a CD player?

Are any car manufacturers supplying cars that have a CD player, as well as radio and in-car entertainment systems ?

My new car has been delayed - should I wait for it to be registered in September?

I ordered a new Lexus RZ in early February. Originally I was told late May for delivery, that then became middle late June and I’ve just been informed the vehicle has gone into production and we are now...

Why am I being charged premium car tax when my new car is under £40k?

I am buying a new DS 4 Cross Tivoli 225. The dealer says the tax will include the £40K premium car tax surcharge because the model was originally listed at over £40k. This particular model is no longer...

What small cars come with luxury features?

I require a small car with all of the luxury features one can find on larger cars. As far as I can see no manufacturer meets this requirement. Why not?