Best petrol for economy and performance?

What is the best petrol for economy and performance for my Audi Q3 2.0 TFSI Quattro? Is it Shell, BP, Texaco or Esso? Should I buy a "super" petrol e.g. Shell V-Power or other suppliers equivalents?

Buying a new car - Audi A3 or Mercedes GLA?

I have recently retired and need to buy a car that will offer good economy, refinement and reliability. I have narrowed the choice between the Audi A3 quattro sport DSG and the Mercedes GLA 220 auto. Which...

Buying a new Audi Q3 - which engine should I go for?

I’m thinking of buying a brand new Audi Q3 1.4 (petrol engine), but having problems trying to track one down for a test drive. Hence the dealerships insist on trying to sell me something more expensive....

Buying a new A3 Sportback - which engine?

I plan to downsize from my Saab 9.3 1.8t. The new car must be petrol with a reasonable boot and have low VED. I'd also like a car with a bit of performance. The Audi A3 Sportback 1.4TFSI six-speed manual...

Buying an Audi A5 - Petrol or Diesel

A friend is thinking of buying an Audi A5 (2010 onwards). He does around 6000 miles per year in a mix of urban and longer runs. He is leaning towards the 3.0TDI for the fuel economy even though he is aware...

Buying a new Audi - are automatics any good?

Am considering a new Audi A3, but need an automatic. I was dissatisfied by the hesitancy from a standing start of the auto 'box in the Audi Q5 I owned previously, can you tell me if Audi has managed to...

Can I reject a car over tyres?

I am in the process of buying a two year old used Audi Q3 from an authorised dealer. However, I noticed the garage has fitted it with four new Landsail Trailblazer tyres, which I understand are manufactured...

When should I change the cam belt on my Audi TT?

Can you tell me when I should replace the cam belt on my Audi TT? The dealership are advising it needs changing now as it is five years old - is this correct?

Audi A5 clutch failure - can I keep the old part?

My Audi A5 2.0 TDI is still under warranty and is suffering problems. The garage found suspected clutch slip and at a total cost to myself (£2187) have replaced it. The car did not show usual signs of...

Used car needs £12k repairs – can I reject it?

I recently bought a used Audi RS6 from a dealer. Three months after purchase, I had it serviced and checked over by a local garage, who tell me it needs £12,000 spending on it. The car only cost me £10,000,...