Replacing a Smart with a different small automatic?

I'm looking to replace my smart passion as I need to transport a toddler. Want it to be as small as possible and an automatic so the Citroen C1 and Peugeot 107 look like good options. 1-2 years old ideally....

How do I run-in a diesel automatic?

I have followed your guide to running-in diesel engines in the past , my next car will be a diesel with a DSG gear box is there a guide for this combination. Thanks

Is my ix20 too sluggish?

My ix20 1.6 automatic was recently in for paintwork repair. I had found it sluggish at times in general - it is 6 months old. I hadn't driven automatics before so just thought 'oh well. ' I had a Corsa...

Does the C-Max have a CVT gearbox?

I had a bad experience with a CVT auto after the transmission failed. I am now about to buy a 2009 model Ford C-Max 2.0 petrol auto, but I couldn't find out whether or not it is a CVT transmission. Could...

Why won't my Astra start?

I was driving my 2005 Vauxhall Astra (automatic) up a small hill and it started to struggle. All the dash lights came on and pulled over. However, after turning the engine off, the car wouldn't start again....

Should I sell my Clio and buy a Polo?

I have had from new a 2012 Renault Clio 1.6 Automatic Tom Tom but I do not find the gears run smoothly and would like to change it for a Volkswagen Polo or something with the best type of automatic gearbox,...

Issues with seven-speed DSG gearbox

I own a Volkswagen Golf (2011 model) and when driving off in D the 1st gear does not bite as it quickly changes up. It feels like it changing gear in a manual and starting off in 2nd or 3rd gear. After...

Peugeot 207 auto problems

My Peugeot 207 Sport 1.6 2010 has an automatic gearbox, it has done 18,000 miles and I have had it for six months. Recently it seems to hesitate when changing from first to second gear. Do you have any...

Can you recommend a 'smooth' small car?

I am 80 years old and own a Volkswagen Up auto, which I want to replace. I really don't like the Up and want a smooth automatic for town driving. Can you recommend a car?

Replacement for Passat diesel automatic?

We have had two Volkswagen Passat saloons and find that the 2.0-litre TDI combined with the DSG gearbox to be a good combination. In considering a replacement, it again must be automatic and possibly an...