What's the most reliable small automatic?

My wife has just passed her test and learnt in a Vauxhall Corsa (semi automatic). She liked driving the car but after some research I found out that the automatic gearbox on the Corsa is expensive to replace,...

Toyota Yaris DPF problems

I've had to pay my Toyota dealer £275 to regenerate the DPF and change the oil on my 2015 Yaris diesel. I used Millers longlife ACEA C2 5W30 at the last oil change, but the dealer says this is wrong and...

Toyota Auris - is the 1.4 diesel engine any good?

How good is the Toyota Auris 1.4 diesel and what do I need to look out for on inspection?

Most reliable car for £5000?

I need help in choosing my next car. I currently have a 2001 Volkswagen Bora 115 TDI. I would like to replace it with a reliable car and it has to either be Japanese or German. My budget is £5000

Need a family car for £5k - what do you recommend?

I need to buy a used car for £5000. It must be comfortable and have a large boot for a pram/buggy for a new baby currently 4 months old. Highish driving position preferred.

Rattling noise on Toyota Avensis

I have a Toyota Avensis D4D (2008) with 120k miles on the clock. I've never had an issue with it, but recently, when the car is idling, a rattle has developed coming from the rear passenger side. It is...

New Toyota 1.6 D4D engine - is it reliable?

What is your general opinion of Toyota's 1.6 D4D engine? I hear it is BMW supplied and was wondering does it suffer from any DPF issues? I currently drive a Yaris Hybrid and fuel economy is dreadful in...

Buying a used Toyota Yaris - what should I look out for?

I'm thinking of buying a used Toyota Yaris T2 1.0-litre (2008). When looking at these cars, is there any problem areas I need to look out for?

Off-gassing within new car. Toyota Auris Hybrid.

Hello John, I wonder if you can offer any advice regarding off-gassing of chemicals within a new car. I bought a new car in September 2015 which had a strong "new car smell" and during our first significant...

What's the best petrol SUV for £30k?

I'm looking for a mid-size SUV with a petrol engine, autobox and on demand four-wheel drive. I also want 17-inch wheels and a boot big enough for two full size suitcases. What do you recommend for £30k?