Mercedes W211 - petrol or diesel?

Please can you help with the following decision. I am looking to buy a Mercedes W211 E-Class V6-engined saloon. I know the post-2006 facelift cars are the best ones, but should I choose petrol or diesel? I...

Buying a Mercedes-Benz - petrol or diesel?

I am getting myself a little confused over the diesel/petrol debate. I realise that you need to do more mileage to benefit from diesel but did not realise that there were numerous items in the car which...

Most comfortable small family car

Looking for a smallish car that is very comfortable. Don't mind about sportiness or handling at all. Would rather have something that is comfortable like the Prius, and Volkswagen Golf size. The Prius...

Avoiding a DPF - what do I need to buy?

What year were DPF filters introduced and what age Mondeo or Passat cars do not have them fitted?

Lexus IS250 - will big wheels ruin it?

I was considering buying a Lexus IS250,nearly new for £23000. However I have been increasingly put off by comments concerning the Low Profile Tyres(225x45x17) and their adverse effect on ride quality...

Buying a 1.2 Volkswagen Polo - What should I be aware of?

Looking at buying a Volkswagen Polo 1.2, are there any common faults?

Buying with a £2.5k budget

I'm buying a car with a budget of £2,500 - Advice has been to buy Japanese in this price range do you agree? What do think of the Nissan Primera? They look good value for money and there are some excellent...

Second hand Ford Focus - what should I look for?

I am interested in buying a second hand car - a Ford Focus 2004 automatic with 90,000 miles on the clock. What problems or issues should I be aware of?

Lease or buy?

Thinking of selling my 15k 2009 (09) Fiat 500 1.2 Lounge for £7k to help with my finances. Should I buy a small car around the £2k mark, or should I lease a similar car (engine size, mpg etc.) for 3 years,...

Changing from a CR-V

I have 2010 Honda CR-V auto and would like to change to something similar but with 6/7 seats. I am retired and tow a caravan MTPLM 1500kg.