What should I look for when buying a 2003 Mazda 6?

I am looking at buying a 2003 Mazda 6 with around 100,000 miles on it. She is a 1.8-litre touring petrol model in good condition - what should I look out for?

Are American cars built to a better quality than European cars?

I read a few years ago that American cars have less mechanical problems as the Americans spend the majority of the development money on the engine/drivetrain mechanicals making them more robust and less...

Which SUV offers good fuel economy and reliability?

I am a tall 60-year-old man who needs something higher off the ground. I have been looking at SUVs, notably diesels, not necessarily new but as a pensioner I want my cake and to eat it. I'd like something...

Mazda 6 (2002 - 2007)

A very enjoyable drive, with excellent handling and some fine engines. Large luggage bay. Brilliant 'Karakuri' rear seat folding of hatch and estate.

Skoda Superb (2008 - 2015)

Limousine-like amounts of rear legroom. Clever dual tailgate means it's both a hatch and a saloon. GreenLine model is very economical. A lot of car for the money.

Kia Optima (2012 - 2016)

Priced from less than £20k and a cheap company car. Seven-year warranty as standard. Generous standard equipment.

Hyundai i40 (2012 - 2019)

Quality look and feel inside. Neatly styled. Low CO2 engines. Well equipped and good value.