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What is the best car to buy for reliability? 22 Jan 2024 (Ask HJ)
I have previously owned three BMW series 3 models and enjoyed driving all three. I am now looking to purchase a used vehicle to replace my last BMW and... -
Buying new BMW 3 Series - any advice? 5 Jan 2015 (Ask HJ)
I am thinking of buying a new BMW 3 Series diesel automatic, but I am a bit concerned about the long term reliability. I would ideally like to keep it... -
Can you help with my car search? 15 Mar 2015 (Ask HJ)
I've shortened my used car search list to either a Mazda 2 after 2007 or a Ford Fiesta after 2008. I have used the warranty index stats to come up with... -
Should I buy a Jaguar XF or a Skoda Superb as a private hire vehicle? 11 Jul 2022 (Ask HJ)
I am struggling to decide which car to purchase for use as a private hire taxi: a 2016 Jaguar XF 2.0 Portfolio or a Skoda Superb 2.0 TDI CR SE L Executive... -
Seven seat crossover? Cadillac or Mercedes? 22 Jun 2015 (Ask HJ)
We are looking for a crossover/soft-roader. We also would like 6 or 7 seats for times when we have my in-laws with us (for short drives mostly).Our driving... -
Honest John's Motoring Agony Column 15-12-2018 Part 2 20 Dec 2018 (Forum)
Re: Faults Economies I agree that (IMHO) the WD Reliability Index doesn't take into account many factors, including the extent that each owner looks after the car (i.e. whether it's home maintained, at a rubbish backstreet indie or a decent one, similarly with the main dealers [whose quality can -
Mitsubishi Shogun (2007 - ) - Considering.... 24 Nov 2009 (Forum)
to date honest opinions on the new Shogun - 2007 3.2 TD Automatic. Comments on the reliability index are not encouraging(!) If not the Shogun -an alternative please, must have 4WD diesel and auto, to tow max 2000kg. Thanks. -
Nissan Note / Mazda 3 - recommend - Nissan Note vs. Mazda 3 9 May 2010 (Forum)
. 2) Nissan less reliable than Mazda, as per car reliability index stats. Mazda 3 Advantages:- 1) Larger car segment; Hence better safety and motorway driving charaterisitcs 2) Mazda more reliable than Nissan as per warrant direct stats. Concerns:- 1) Mazda -
Honda Accord UK (2003 - 2008) - High mileage honda accord 22 May 2008 (Forum)
and kids) have told me they want me to buy a family saloon cars. Based on the reliability index Honda ACCORD 2003 to 2008 model seems to be the most reliable car in this bracket. However, my budget could only buy those with high mileage from 80,000 upwards. Due to reliability, I think I prefer ex fleet -
Toyota Corolla and Verso diesel; nissan almera - corolla diesel 2.0 D-4D vs. almera diesel 2.2dci 6 May 2010 (Forum)
reliable. I have not been able to find much reviews about any major faults on the corolla, while there are a couple of reviews about blown turbos on the almera on HJ reviews. According to reliability index, the Toyota Corolla (97-04) has a rate of failure of 2.38% while the Nissan -
French reunited 23 Jan 2010 (Ask HJ)
I just moved to France with my wife and we are unfamiliar with the European models, and thus, reliability. The French swear by their Clios and their 306/307s,... -
colt/c1/argo/107 - mitsubishi colt vs toyota aygo/c1/107 11 Apr 2016 (Forum)
As above, need to buy a new smaller car and not to sure on the colt vs the argo faimly, does any one have any experiences with these? From what i can tell the argo family from the car reliablity index has electrical and cooling and heating issues, but i have also read the clutch needs a bigger -
Dependability Rankings 3 Sep 2012 (Ask HJ)
Hi there I just read an article on toyota yaris which scored number one in sub compact cars that you posted a while back on your blog: http://www.honestjohn.co.uk/road-tests/toyota/toyota-yaris-d-4d-2002-road-test/ I... -
brake pad material 20 May 2016 (Forum)
If Concrete's thread about models' reliability refers to a certain 'Index of Reliability', then I went and had a quick (refresh) look. Some of it IS a bit odd though - I mean, I wouldn't have thought there were vast numbers of Chevy Kalos and Tacumas running about - maybe their owners -
MPV - for 'a grand'? 14 Jan 2010 (Forum)
and price goes down, perhaps individual cars and their care received is more important than a particular make/model reliability index...So here goes... We are average. 2 adults, 2 children (well, one and one on the way). We are fed up with struggling to get a 2 year old in the back of a 3 door punto -
Honda Prelude (1983 - 1992) - 90 2.0 petrol Cooling problem 21 Oct 2009 (Forum)
The cooling fan sometimes fails to operate. Temp guage sometimes moves to H. Suspect fan switch? Is this called the thermosensor which screws into bottom of radiator? Also, there is another sensor somewhere on the fan itself. My pdf prelude manual is useless as it has everything except the index -
What's the best hybrid SUV for towing? 10 Mar 2022 (Ask HJ)
I'm looking for an automatic hybrid car with a raised driving position. It must have enough power and torque to tow a 1440kg caravan. What would you recommend... -
Reliability data - Warranty Direct or JD Power? 19 Apr 2014 (Ask HJ)
Following a recommendation in your column some years ago, I have used Warranty Direct's Reliability Index as a guide when choosing a car. I note the new... -
What is the battery life on hybrid cars? 3 Oct 2022 (Ask HJ)
I recently read, to my surprise, the batteries on self-charging hybrids only last about five years. Then the owner has a big bill to replace the battery,... -
Toyota Corolla, Honda Accord, Totyota Avensis - Corrolla, Avensis or Accord? 1 Feb 2013 (Forum)
I'm looking to replace my Zafira B with a more reliable and economical motor for between 3 - 4k. After plenty of research both on here and on Reliabilty Index, I've pretty much narrowed down to either a Corolla, an Avensis or an Accord with the Mazda 6 as possibly a wild card. Until
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