Is the SEAT Leon a better buy than the Audi A3?

I test-drove a new model Audi A3 recently. I didn't think it handled better than the Focus to be honest, but what a great engine the 1.4TFSI 122 is. Very diesel-like torque, no nasty lack of pull at really...

Replacing the ECU to increase power on a 105PS Leon?

I am interested in buying a Seat Leon Petrol Automatic - but I am not sure whether the available engine, which only has 105hp, would be powerful enough for me. It has been suggested that it might be possible...

Will the Touran's gearing improve the fuel economy over the SEAT Altea?

My present company car is due for renewal later this and I am restricted to a diesel only selection. I currently drive a 2010 SEAT Altea XL with a 1.6TDI 105 5-gear Ecomotiv engine. My next vehicle is...

Ford ecoboost vs VAG TSi

I will be looking to buy a medium sized hatchback in the future. We currently lease a Ford Focus 1.6 TDCi 115 and love it and we have never had a single DPF issue. However, as we are generally driving...

Should I accept SEAT's Ensurance offer?

We own a SEAT Altea. SEAT has emailed to offer 3 years free 'Ensurance', to work alongside our car insurance. Is this SEAT's way of working round the Claims Management companies, and do you have a view...

What do you think of the engine in the new SEAT Leon?

We’re now thinking of buying a new SEAT Leon with a petrol engine but cannot decide between the 1.4TSi 140 or the 1.2TSI 105. We do around 12,000 miles a year and don’t carry heavy loads/passengers or...

Ibiza DSG gearbox causing problems

Several months ago I bought a 2011 SEAT Ibiza 1.2tsi with the seven speed dsg gearbox as a replacement for my diesel Focus, as I do a lot of town driving with work and was worried about imminent turbo...

Will sports suspension harm the ride on a Leon?

I am thinking of buying a new SEAT Leon. The model/trim I would like only has sports suspension. Would this give a hard ride on long journeys eg UK/France/Spain.

Which small family car with a diesel engine?

We have a 2-year-old and another on the way, so are looking to purchase a diesel (used mostly as a family runabout with the odd commute) for less than £4000. But it'll be the wife driving most of the time,...

Which small automatic car has low road tax?

I currently drive a Ford Fiesta Duratec dual auto/manual. Both my husband and I like this model and we are looking to renew this year. Unfortunately this model is not now being produced. Could you recommend...