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Why is my Mazda 6 returning just 40mpg when it is advertised as returning up to 52mpg? 10 Feb 2011 (Ask HJ)
I bought a Mazda 6 estate 'Takuya' edition in September 2010. It’s a 2.2TDi (163ps) with an advertised mpg of 40.9 urban and 52.3 combined. Given the rising... -
Scrap meddle 6 Jun 2009 (Ask HJ)
My wife and I are around retirement ages. We live in WC1, but drive frequently to Devon, sometimes with loads: either family or furniture. Either way the... -
Most reliable car for £5000? 8 Mar 2016 (Ask HJ)
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... -
Which new car gives the best driving experience the new Golf Mk7 or the new Mazda3? 19 Oct 2014 (Ask HJ)
I am buying a new car - driving experience and fun are important (along with practicality). Which new car gives the best driving experience the new Golf... -
Can you recommend a small 1.2- or 1.4-litre petrol manual car? 23 Nov 2013 (Ask HJ)
Which cars in the 1.2/1.4 petrol category (manual gearbox) would you recommend? -
Buying used luxury compact - what would you recommend? 21 Nov 2013 (Ask HJ)
I’m thinking of buying a used luxury car for around £20,000. It must have comfortable seats and lots of toys. I live the Lexus CT200, but would like some... -
Does stop-start technology really save fuel? 17 Jun 2013 (Ask HJ)
I have a new Mercedes with an 'Eco' button, which cuts out the engine when stationary to save fuel. Surely turning the engine on and off engine wastes... -
Which car to replace our Megane hatchback offers easy access? 6 Apr 2013 (Ask HJ)
My wife is having difficulty getting in and out of my 2006 Renault Megane hatchback. I wish to change the car for something that is easier to access and... -
Which small diesels are safe for short trips? 27 Mar 2013 (Ask HJ)
Your Renault Zoe report said 'Only a handful of the latest tech diesel engines can be started and driven for less than 5 miles from cold starts without... -
Recommended wheel size 14 Dec 2012 (Ask HJ)
I've just bought a 2009/59 Mazda 6 SL with the 185bhp 2.2-litre diesel engine. It has 18-inch alloys. The handbook specifies 16, 17, or 18-inch. Which... -
Mum's looking for an easy to get into car 13 Nov 2012 (Ask HJ)
I have an elderly mother who is now finding it difficult to get into a normal car. Can you suggest small and medium cars that have high seating/floorpans?... -
Which car for towing 1700KG? 5 Sep 2012 (Ask HJ)
Please can you advise me of the best car to use to tow a swift challenger 550 touring caravan with laden weight of 1700 kg -
Buying a two seater - what would you recommend? 4 Apr 2012 (Ask HJ)
My budget is £2500 approx. Which 2 seater convertible would you recommend as a summer car and why? -
Headlight problem 16 Jan 2011 (Ask HJ)
My Mazda headlights (main beam and dipped) stopped working the other day, but I still have sidelights. I checked the fuse and it had blown. I got a... -
Would the new Mazda MX-5 be a good replacement for my Toyota MR2? 17 Jul 2017 (Ask HJ)
I've had my Toyota MR2 for 10 years, never missed a beat in 70,000 miles but she's getting on a bit now. I absolutely love it but I'm now looking for something... -
Filled diesel car with petrol - what damage have I done? 2 Apr 2015 (Ask HJ)
My father-in-law recently filled his 2010 Mazda 6 diesel with petrol. After driving up the road, the car stopped and wouldn't restart. He was towed into... -
Buying a car with the lowest running costs - which is best? 3 Jul 2013 (Ask HJ)
I need to buy a car with low running costs, but which is still comfortable for long journeys. I am also a little picky on style, but the running costs... -
Thanks for recommending that I try the Mazda 2 TS2. 6 Feb 2012 (Ask HJ)
After many years of high-mileage commuting, mostly in Audis and Subaru Legacys, the time came for a smaller car. I narrowed the choice down to five and... -
I'd like to buy a Mazda MX-5. What should I look out for? 23 Aug 2010 (Ask HJ)
Hello John, I retire in 18 months. I have driven company cars for the last 30 years as a salesman, so have not actually owned or bought a car in that time.... -
Can you recommend an SUV available on the Motability scheme? 15 Mar 2022 (Ask HJ)
We've followed you advice over the years which guided us to a second hand 09 plate Mazda 5, and a beautiful brand new 18 plate Mazda CX-5 Sport Nav. Due...

