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We have a Land Rover Freelander (mk1) diesel with 202,000 miles on the clock. Due to its age, it needs some considerable work and I am reluctant to pay for expensive repairs given the low value of the...
Can you please suggest replacement options for our 2011 Nissan X-Trail. I particularly like the wide back door, long and wide load space and especially the flat floor from the bumper. I previously had...
I am a photographer based in London and in need of a new vehicle to carry my kit and (sometimes) clients. This will also be the family motor. Ideally, I'd like a vehicle that handles well and has a bit...
I own a Renault Captur 0.9-litre TCe petrol. Can I use it to tow a 870kg caravan?
We want to buy a new SUV. It must have a petrol engine. Most of our mileage is long distance and on motorways, around 10-15k miles per year, so we believe we need a decent size engine. There seem to...
I have decided to buy a new Porsche Macan S (3.0 litre petrol). Can you tell me if a new/facelift model is due anytime soon? And, if so, do you know roughly when it would be available to order?
I am looking to downsize from my Honda CR-V. A petrol automatic is essential and I am considering buying a Honda HR-V, which seems to be a good step down without getting to small. I have read a number...
Is the Nissan Qashqai 1.6 diesel engine better than the 1.5 diesel engine and does it have DPF problems?
Which new petrol Dacia Duster should I go for with respect to resale in 3/5 years? (I do less than 6k a year mainly commute 16 miles total) a) 1.6 4x4 Ambiance prime Basic spec that I can live with but,...
I really like the New Volkswagen Tiguan 2.0 diesel front-wheel drive DSG and may well order new soon. It comes with 19-inch wheels. What all seasons tyres would you recommend?