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Lack of steering wheel adjustment on Citroen C5 X?

I test drove the new Citroen C5 X the other week and it was everything I'd hoped it would be. However, I am perplexed on why a car with its prestige aspirations does not have steering wheel reach adjustment,...

Can you recommend a large, comfortable SUV?

Please could you advice me what would be the best large, comfortable SUV to purchase? I would like some economy and spend about £18,000.

Can you recommend an SUV with a comfortable ride?

My wife has spinal nerve damage and finds most cars uncomfortable to ride in and difficult to get in and out. We also have a large dog so large boot space is required. My current car is a (2011) Land...

Can you recommend a comfortable small SUV?

I want to buy a used hatchback or small SUV with the emphasis on comfort but with adequate performance. The biggest item I normally carry is a bicycle - my SEAT Leon FR is OK for size but the ride is anything...

What's the best car for rough roads?

I'm looking to replace my 2025 Volkswagen Touran. The area I live in has rough roads and this means the Touran has a tendency to be loud (road noise) and uncomfortable over potholes. Could you recommend...

Can you recommend a small car with robust suspension?

I prefer a stiffer suspension to improve handling but in my part of the world there are many pot holes and speed bumps which over the years has led to expensive repairs. Given that I am not going up market...

Long wait times on Citroen C5 X - is this normal?

I visited a Citroen dealer to ask about the new C5 X and was told build dates were showing around June 2022 followed by at least 14 weeks wait for delivery. Does it really take 14 weeks from factory build...

Can you recommend an SUV available on the Motability scheme?

We've followed you advice over the years which guided us to a second hand 09 plate Mazda 5, and a beautiful brand new 18 plate Mazda CX-5 Sport Nav. Due to illness we are now eligible for the Motobility...

Upgrading headlamps - will the bulbs get too hot?

I need to upgrade my headlamps on my Citroen C3 Aircross. They are ordinary H7 and seem pathetic, hardly illuminating the road, especially when faced with oncoming traffic. Whether this is the height they...