Which automatic MPV is most reliable for under £7000?

We are looking for an automatic 7-seater for under £7000. Any type of vehicle will be considered, ideally not larger than a Galaxy, which is reasonably cheap to run and reliable without being too old....

Downsizing to a luxury small car

Finally decided to swap my 325d M Sport for either an Audi A1 or a Volkswagen Polo GTI. For the outlay on the A1 I can manage to obtain the Polo GTI. Please advise which car to go for in terms of reliability/performance/comfort...

Which small car with a large boot should I buy?

I currently drive a Mini Clubman Cooper D. I have liked the Mini’s economy and low road tax and would want at least as good, if not better economy from any new car. I do mainly short journeys but also...

SEAT Leon Ecomotive fuel economy

I have had a Leon Ecomotive for a few month and i'm averaging 42mpg. SEAT can't see the problem and as far as they are concerned it's working perfectly but the mpg is 33 to 50% lower then their published...

Trading in a six year old car

My Skoda Fabia Ambiente estate is now nearly 6 years old and due for a service. I am very happy with it and it still runs well but fear it may start to become expensive. Would now be a good time to replace...

Engine problem with SEAT Altea 1.9 TDI

I have a Seat Altea XL 1.9 TDI 59 reg and every few weeks it refuses to start - it normally kicks over first time no matter what the weather is. SEAT installed a new fuel pump about 6 months ago, then...

Which engine for a Leon covering 10,000 miles

I am buying a Seat Leon SE Copa. I drive no more than 10,000 miles per year so is it better to get the 1.2 tsi or 1.6 diesel engine?

Buying a car with low down torque

My friend is looking to change his car and wants it to be turbocharged or supercharged as he likes the low down torque and mainly the surge of power. He has £7,000 to spend and wants the car to have a...

Which medium hatchback is suitable for transporting a lawnmower?

I have occasional need to transport my lawnmower and am now seeking to replace my 10-year-old Golf Estate. What medium-sized hatchbacks are there with a flat load area, i.e. no lip, which would serve my...

Is it time to change our car?

We own a 2007 Seat Leon 1.9 diesel. It has been a very reliable car, but it is due a cam belt and, at almost five years old, I wonder whether it is liable for DMF, DPF and ABS problems. With this in...