Which small auto is best?

The lease on my top of the range Kia Rio ends in the autumn. I've enjoyed the 1.4 engine, heated front seats and general space, but the ride is harsh around our pot holed roads. I only do 5000 miles a...

Garage can't fix my car - what are my rights?

My Renault Captur (2014) went in for a service after it failed to start eight weeks ago. The garage stated first of all it was the ECU, then the central locking was faulty, they thereafter blamed the faulty...

How much should a replacement engine cost?

I own a five year old Renault Scenic with 36,000 miles on the clock. I've owned it from new and had it fully serviced by the same dealer. It has covered 36,000 miles. A few weeks ago the car, with no prior...

Safety When electrics lost

Should modern car owners with all-electric windows consider buying a hammer or other accessory to escape from a vehicle which has crashed?

Buying a Renault Koleos - what should I check?

I am interested in buying a 2008 Koleos 4x4 manual with 39,000 miles, price £5650. Are there any particularly good/bad points on this vehicle, things to watch for etc. What is your opinion on this vehicle?

Which four-seater coupe would you recommend?

I'm after a used 'premium' coupe with a bit of 'oomph'. My budget is £15k. It must have four seats and be petrol-engined. Obvious choices are BMW 3 Series Coupe (very common), A5, C-Class coupe, but is...

Buying a family crossover - which model is best?

I am looking for a small crossover or spacious hatch for a family of three, soon to grow. The new Honda HR-V diesel drives very well, but is it fully worth its price? Any other suggestions? I am doing...

Renault Captur or Suzuki Vitara?

What is the best value for money between the Renault Capture (automatic diesel) and the Suzuki Vitara (petrol manual)? I do about 6000 miles per year, mainly town driving.

electric car and horse box tug

I have a 2 yr old volvo V70 and an 8 yr old x trial (pulling a horse box etc). I do lots of 20 mile journeys and 8 journeys per year of 600 miles round trip in volvo so about 14000 mls in total. I now...

Buying a Renault Megane Sport Tourer - which model is best?

I'm looking to buy a new Renault Megane sport tourer GT - I need the extra room and like the sportier look of this estate, I'll be going for a manual but I can't decide which engine variant to go for though...