Should I buy a Mercedes-Benz E220 CDI Avantgarde or a BMW 520d SE Touring?

I am now retired and in the fortunate position of being able to afford one last new decent car. Our priorities are comfort and driving enjoyment. The car must be diesel (for economy) and estate with an...

Estaters quo

I have a 2002 Mercedes E430 Avantgarde auto Estate, mileage now 175,000. I have owned the car since new and do not have any finance outstanding. I have always serviced the car with Mercedes. My car is...

Which mid-size estate for £6000? I'm looking at the Volkswagen Passat, the Volvo V50 and the Volvo V70.

I'm looking for a mid-size estate for general motorway use, but also for outdoor gear and to carry kayaks on the roof - perhaps even to sleep in the back with the seats down (I'm six feet tall). I've narrowed...

Which hatchback has a low boot sill and enough space for a rescue greyhound?

I'm looking to give a home to a rescue greyhound and will therefore need to upgrade from my 10-year-old Peugeot 206. I am looking to buy used and would prefer a hatchback or small estate with a low boot...

Which family estate would you recommend to replace our Mercedes-Benz?

I am looking to replace our 57-plate Mercedes-Benz in the next six months. I would like a comfortable and economical estate which is also an enjoyable drive. We have been slightly disappointed with the...

Should I replace my Mazda 3 with an Audi A6 or a Honda Accord Tourer?

I currently run a 2005 Mazda 3 2-litre Sport saloon, but a new baby, labrador and broody wife mean it's time to look for an estate. With the part-ex I would get for mine (full service history, good condition...

Which estate car features a large boot and could replace my Peugeot 307 SW?

I am a golfer and frequently take two other ladies, three electric trollies and three large golf bags on days out. My current Peugeot 307 SW is wonderful, as the height of the boot enables me to put the...

Would you recommend the Volvo V70 or the Ford Mondeo estate for towing a horsebox?

I am considering buying either a Volvo V70 or Ford Mondeo estate. We need a diesel to do two long journeys abroad a year and modest mileage in the UK, possibly to pull a medium-sized horse trailer with...

Can you recommend a prestigious estate car with seven seats for £5000?

As I work from home and do all the school runs and camping/driving holidays, I have a 2001 Mercedes-Benz ML270 (95,000 miles) but I want a car with better fuel economy and that is also cheaper. My wife...

Which estate car would you recommend for lots of short journeys?

I am looking to change my car, a Citroen Xsara Picasso HDI exclusive on a 51 plate. I've enjoyed the comfort and space of this car, particularly the boot because it holds two sets of golf equipment. I'm...