Need a small petrol hatchback with torque converter gearbox

I want to replace my Honda Jazz with a similar-sized hatchback;however, I want a petrol automatic with decent performance. I don’t fancy a CVT gearbox and my preferences are: Mazda 2, Ford Fiesta, Hyundai...

Buying a new seven-seater - Touran or C4 Grand Picasso?

We are looking to buy a new compact seven-seater and have narrowed our choices down to the Volkswagen Touran 2.0 diesel DSG and the Citroen C4 Grand Picasso 1.6 diesel EAT. I am leaning towards the Touran...

What's the best cheap car for a young driver?

I'm looking to buy a car that's new and nice, but cheap on insurance and tax. I am 18 years old. What should I buy?

Poor quality crash repair - what are my rights?

My daughter is having issues with a lease company. The vehicle, a Citroen C1, was leased for 12 months and involved in an accident after just a few week. The other driver accepted full responsibility and...

Will premium diesel make my DPF last longer?

You frequently advocate the use of Shell V-Power Nitro Diesel which I have used in my Citroen C5 from new. You also state that diesel engines are prone to suffering from clogged up DPFs at 80,000 miles,...

Buying a used Citroen C4 Grand Picasso - petrol or diesel?

I need an MPV for multiple children carrying to replace my beloved but ageing Citroen C8. However, our journeys are mainly short - often much less than 30 miles. I'd like to get a C4 Grand Picasso petrol,...

Why doesn't my Citroen C3 Picasso have a jack or wheelbrace?

I have just bought a C3 Picasso which has a puncture repair kit. It does not have a toolkit (Wheelbrace, jack etc.) The dealer is adamant that because it has the repair kit it doesn't need the tools. The...

Buying a used family car for under £4000

A friend requires a reliable car to replace her Citroen Picasso which is no more. She has £3500-£4000 to spend on an estate or small MPV and has previously enjoyed a Renault Scenic as well as the Picasso....

Buying used car - dealer's warranty compared to Consumer Rights Act 2015

I'm buying a used Citroen C4 Grand Picasso from a dealer. They have offered a three month warranty; however, given that the Consumer Rights Act 2015 covers me for six months, do these warranties actually...

Should Citroen contribute to cambelt failure bill?

Broken cam belt on 9 yr old car 109000 miles caused engine damage... car serviced for last 2 years by good independent garage but no recommendation was made by them to replace belt even though 2 services...