Which economical used family car?

We are looking to buy a used family car (we currently have a 53 plate Meriva which we have been pleased with, but a bit basic). Can you suggest some family cars that are economical for around £10,000 that...

Diesel particulate filters

Which modern and new diesel cars do NOT have a DPF fitted?

Buying a compact 4x4 like Suzuki Jimny, what others would you recommend

My wife would like a compact 4x4, similar to a Suzuki Jimny. She's had a Ford KA 11 years from new which has been absolutely brilliant and has never faulted, but she's developed this 'Indiana Jones' craving....

Please recommend a good used estate car

Having read plenty of sense in your Telegraph column over the years, could we ask for a bit for us, too? What would you recommend to replace a Focus Estate please? We’re very pleased with our 2002 1.6-litre...

Should I buy a used 1.4-litre Hyundai i30?

I'm looking at the Hyundai i30. Will the 1.4 petrol have plenty of power for the size of car. Or is the 1.6 diesel a better option. We only do about 8000 to 10000 miles a year.

Buying a small used car?

I currently own a 2007 Vauxhall Corsa Club. I would like to change my car for something smaller, that handles well and has a comfortable driving position. The Corsa has a comfortable driving position,...

Should I leave the dealer sticker on?

I just bought a second hand car from an authorised audi dealer, complete with warranty etc. The car had been originally sold by them and serviced inbetween. The car is fine (so far) but on returning...

Which engine for a Ford S-MAX?

I'm homing in on MPV for family (two adults and three growing kids) and have discounted Grand C-Max and Mazda5 in favour of S-Max on basis of needing the extra room. I need your advice on engines please:...

2012/62 less valuable than a 2013/62?

I have a £500 deposit on one of the very last MK6 Golf GTDs. I wanted to collect it in January 2013 and also asked the dealer for it to be registered then, so it would be a 2013/62 instead of a 2012/62....

Which used economical small car?

We are looking to replace our 53 plate Vauxhall Meriva (which we have been very pleased with) with a used Vauxhall Astra - only one or two years old. We do about 10,000 to 12,000 miles a year. We are...