Mazda 6 diesel fuel consumption

My husband purchased a new Mazda 6 estate in November 2010. He previously owned a Honda Accord. Since buying it he has constantly complained of poor diesel consumption compared to the Honda & can hardly...

new Mazda 3 diagnosed with piston slap

My brand new Mazda3 petrol has only done 5000 miles but has been clattering when cold since 800 miles. A Mazda technician finally diagnosed piston slap and said he would make a report recommending a 'short...

Diesel or petrol?

I am trying to go 'eco.' Better for the enviroment and better for my wallet. I currently drive a 2.0litre Hyundai Coupe which is far from green and loves petrol (I average about 28mpg). So was looking...

Used, economical family car - what would you recommend?

I am looking to trade in my 2003 Seat Leon Tdi and am in the market for a used mid / large sized family car. My commute equates to around 300 miles a week and we also travel longer distances at weekends...

Recommendation for a small car

Please advise on a nearly new second hand hatchback, must be auto, chain cam engine, width incl mirrors maximum 1.9m, reliable, quiet, with air con, to replace an 8 year old VW Polo. Can pay up to £12,000.

First Car for 31 year old

My son has at 31 just taken and passed his driving test and is proceeding to take Pass Plus. He needs to buy a car for use in city centre (Birmingham) with motorway driving at weekends to London and Cambridgeshire. Safety,...

Thanks for recommending a Mazda 2 for my wife.

Thanks to your suggestion, my wife bought a new Mazda 2 last November, which is the best small car either of us has ever driven, and she was a Yaris convert until then. I totally agree with you that not...

Wrist and be thankful

My wife suffered a badly broken wrist a few months ago, which has left her with restricted movement and weakness in her left hand. This is causing difficulty in operating the handbrake and gears on her...

Should we replace our Citroen C4 Grand Picasso, and if so what with?

I have a C4 Grand Picasso which will be three years old next month. I bought it with 18 months warranty left. It's served us well and we're really happy with it, the seven seats are something we use occasionally...

Could you recommend a reliable, economical car for our student daughter?

After reading your column we purchased a FIAT Panda for our two daughters to learn to drive. We have owned it for four years and it has proved an excellent choice. Our older daughter is now 21 and is due...