Can you recommend a medium 4x4 for off-road use and driving in snow?

I live in a remote location in Devon on a tidal river road. About 20 or 30 times a year our only exit, until the tide goes out, is on a track through three fields. Devon roads round here are steep and...

Recommend a small MPV for a shorter driver with good economy?

My wife and I are both age 74. I have a terminal illness which means I may not be able to drive again. The likelihood is that I will dispose of my 2006 Ford C-Max and we will replace my wife's 2004 Ford...

Recommend a small, economical runabout?

Our main car is a Volkswagen Touran. We require a second car primarily as a local runabout. We’re looking for something cost effective in fuel and insurance, around 12-18 months old from Motorpoint in...

Can you recommend a small 4-door automatic hatchback for under £3000?

Becoming senior citizens, my wife and I have decided our existing car is no longer appropriate to our changed needs. We shall be looking for a small 4-door hatch, automatic, with a 1.4 engine although...

What should we replace our Mitsubishi Space Star with?

We have a 2002 1.9 Mitsubishi Space Star which has reached the end of its life. We do not replace our cars on a regular basis and are somewhat out of touch with the current market. We need a replacement...

Should my Suzuki SX4 have been sold with newer tyres?

The original tyres have perished on my April 2012 Suzuki SX4. A report prepared by Kwikfit states that the tyres were manufactured in week 33 of 2010. They were described as badly perished and immediate...

Recommend a small 5-door automatic car?

I am 68 years old with two hip replacements. At present I am driving a 12-year-old Vauxhall Vectra 2.2 auto. I am now looking for a smaller car. My mileage is only about 2000 miles per year, with no long...

What's the best small car for under £8000?

My Chevrolet Matiz is on its last legs, but I don’t know what to replace it with. I have around £8000 to spend and want a reliable and economical car. Would it be better to get a petrol or a diesel? I...

Are there any drawbacks to buying the discontinued Suzuki SX4 at discount?

My wife and I own Suzukis, a Splash and an SX4. It appears that a new SX4 is in the offing and that the current version is available VAT-free, presumably to clear old stock. Could you briefly explain the...

What are the best tyres for the Suzuki SX4?

I need to replace the tyres on my Suzuki SX4. I currently run Continental 205/60 R16 92H ContiPremiums, should I go for the same or fit all weather tyres?