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Will car ride be uncomfortable with 19-inch wheels?

I am looking at purchasing a new Tucson Hybrid but it's on 19-inch wheels, are they too large? Will they be uncomfortable on the road?

Can you recommend an SUV with a comfortable ride?

My wife has spinal nerve damage and finds most cars uncomfortable to ride in and difficult to get in and out. We also have a large dog so large boot space is required. My current car is a (2011) Land...

Can you recommend a quiet and comfortable car?

I am looking for a quiet and comfortable ride on motorways (my 2014 Evoque is not quite quiet and comfortable enough). Would an Audi A4 or BMW 3 Series be better ? Also, the Mercedes A250 came out 3 years...

Best small car for arthritis sufferer?

I now suffer with arthritis an looking for a small easy to drive second-hand hatchback. I don't do a lot of mileage. I am four foot 10 inches in height and currently drive a Skoda Fabia but finding it...

Can you recommend an affordable motorway car for comfort and fuel economy?

I currently drive 20,000 miles per year with most of my commute being motorway. I want to buy a car that majors on comfort and fuel economy. I have a decent budget but ideally, I want to keep it at the...

Can you recommend a reliable, automatic car with soft seats and suspension?

I have had a life-changing operation and require a comfortable car with an automatic gearbox. I want soft suspension and soft seats. I want something similar in size between a Vauxhall Corsa and a Ford...

What are the most comfortable car tyres?

I own a Volkswagen Golf SV, tyre size 205/55 R16. We need a new set of tyres that offer the most comfortable ride for my wife, who's suffering from back trouble. The tyres must be comfortable, particularly...

I'd like something that's fun to drive, good looking and reliable. Any suggestions?

My 2018 Land Rover Discovery Sport will be 3 years old in July, with about 20k miles on the clock. I usually change my car every 3 years when they go out of warranty. Generally, I've been happy with it...