What family and business use car is most reliable for under £20k?

I’ve had a run of bad luck with recent used cars. My Toyota Auris hybrid estate had its catalytic converter sawn off and was in the garage for weeks as replacement parts out of stock. Now my 2019 Karoq...

What is the failure rate for Toyota hybrid batteries?

We bought a Toyota C-HR Hybrid new in 2016. Mindful that the hybrid battery has a 10-year warranty, as we approach the 10-year end are there definitive figures for Hybrid Toyotas where the battery has...

What is a good hatchback for around £5000?

Which hatchbacks for around £4-5k would you recommend? Low insurance and other running costs a priority. Annual mileage 10k

Why does my hybrid 12v battery keep going flat?

My wife and I have had several Toyota hybrids since 2011. Our current car is a Yaris Cross which we got in Dec. 2023. It has done almost 18000 miles. Just over a week ago I got a message form the Toyota...

Is a hybrid suitable for low mileage local journeys only?

We like both the Camry and Corolla Hybrids, both port and direct injection to mitigate carbon build up over low annual mileage, but worried about batteries and hybrid system not liking such low annual...

What small reliable car do you recommend?

I'm looking for a small reliable car, cheap to run, tax and insure. I may use it for towing a 750kg lightweight caravan. What do you suggest?

What hybrid hatchback do you recommend?

I'm looking for a small-medium hybrid (self-charging) hatchback that I can use predominantly for 300 miles round trips once a fortnight. I'm looking for reliability, a strong safety record, efficiency,...

What small automatic is best?

We have just bought a Toyota Aygo X shift but my wife can't get used to it as there is a delay when she puts her foot down which makes her nervous on roundabouts. I think this is because it has an automated...

What's the best small automatic car for an older person?

We have an 80+ year old female friend who needs to replace a 2002 Skoda Fabia Auto. The reality is that she will not be driving for many more years would therefore prefer to spend something under £10,000....

What is a reasonable cost to replace lower arm bushes?

I have a Toyota Yaris and the OSF and NSF lower arm bushes are worn and deteriorated. The car passed the MoT in September and was serviced in January but dealer says I will need new bushes next year. Any...