Which family SUV for commuting and long holiday trips?

In looking to change our car (a 2003 old shape Volvo V40 2.0i turbo Sport Lux). We have been considering the KIA Sportage 1.7 CRDI 2 or Hyundai ix35 due to their economical running costs, reasonable size...

Real life high MPG and reliability - what's the best car?

Accompanying my new job is a 18000 to 20000 mile annual commute, mainly on motorways but also occasional A roads. I have a budget of up to £11500 but more important than the initial outlay is my main...

Rattling car - what can I do?

Hi HJ, I bought my car new in November 2012 and noticed a rattle after the first week which I emailed the salesman about. My car has been back to the dealership four times for the same annoying rattle...

What replacement for an Astra?

I am 21 and have an Astra G 2004 1.6 SXI. I'm looking to update this with something similar with a £5000 budget, what would you recommend?

Heavy steering on a new car - what's the cause?

I have a brand new Hyundai IX35 that seems reluctant to steer away from the straight ahead posirion at normal road speed. At slow manouvering speed it's fine but on the motorways it just likes the straight...

New Rear Discs and Pads after 7700 miles - is this right?

Just been told that my 2010 model Hyundai i30 requires to have new rear discs and pads after only 27800 miles and its third annual service. Nothing untoward was picked up in Years 1 and 2 and I have...

Wheels and tyres on a Hyundai i30 or Kia Ceed - is this possible?

Considering buying a Kia ceed or Hyundai i30 and would prefer to buy top range model with leather seats but would like to avoid harsh ride and criticisms of 17-inch wheels. How easy is it to have them...

Buying a Hyundai i30 - are any of these worth a look?

I am looking to buy a used Hyundai i30 hatchback with a budget of around £8k. I drive 10,000 miles a year, mainly a 25 minute twice daily commute to & from work on a mix of minor & major roads. Three cars...

Which used automatic for £7000?

I am looking to but a used automatic hatch-back car in the range of £5000-7000 for my small family of three. I have few options in my mind as listed below. Would you please help me decide? Options in...

Which small car with high seating?

I own a Smart FourTwo auto. However, I now find that I need three passenger seats but also require a small car with high driver seating to assist easy entry and exit. Any suggestions please?