Buying a Nissan Qashqai - petrol or diesel?

I want to buy a new Nissan Qashqai with two-wheel drive. It must be automatic and be reliable as I plan to keep it for at least five years. Which engine will be best for economy and reliability - petrol...

Buying a used SUV - petrol or diesel?

I'm looking to replace my Volkswagen Golf GTI Estate, which I really enjoy driving. I am thinking of a used Nissan Qashqai or a Hyundai ix35 but seem only to find diesel models .Do you think diesel cars...

Remote central locking - any solutions?

I have had intermittent problems with the Central Locking on my Micra K12 for some time. On occasions, the car wouldn’t lock or unlock with either of my key fobs. In the case of unlocking, I have found...

Best seven-seater SUV - what would you recommend?

Can you please advise which of the following is likely to have the most boot space when all seven seats are in use:Mitsubishi Outlander,Kia Sorento,Hyundai Santa Fe. Also which model is best suited for...

Qashqai 1.2 Petrol Auto - what do you think of it?

I like to know what you think of the new Qashqai 1.2 petrol automatic model. We're a family of four and have a very low annual mileage with driving for short trips mainly in urban areas. I'm thinking...

Nissan X-Trail xtronic

Hi. I am wondering about your opinion of the X-Trail 1.6dci x-tronic. From your other posts I see you rate the 1.6dci and I think it's one of the better engines for not having DPF issues. What is your...

Upgrading Qashqai

Hi John I will be moving home soon and my distance to work will be a 35 mile round trip. I already own a Nissan Qasqai 1.2 DIG-T but I like the idea of the 1.6DIG-Ts extra humph or would I be better...

7 Seater with some off-road capability

Hello HJ - With 5 children between 8 and 12 years old on an in town school run would appreciate your advice regarding vehicle options to accommodate them and large dog with regular trips along farm tracks...

Nissan Micra CVT gearbox issues - a common problem?

We bought a Nissan Micra CVT in March 2011 it has done 44,000 miles. It is my wife's pride and joy and was her first brand new car, we are advised that it needs a new gear box. Have you had similar complaints...

DPF won't regenerate - is buying one from a discount as good as from the dealer?

My DPF will not regenerate. I have tried forced regeneration in the garage, but it still won't budge. Should I replace with dealer parts which are very expensive. I could replace with a cheaper version...