Are diesel engines really that bad?

Geoffrey Lean in the Telegraph blames diesel cars for pollution, forgetting that almost ALL commercial transport, on sea and land, runs on oil fuel. Modern diesels do not smoke and with the filters and...

Buying a used Range Rover Sport - which engine is best?

I wish to buy a used (2010/11) Range Rover Sport, but am not sure which engine to go for. I do around 10,000 miles annually, so fuel consumption is not a big issue. Can you help?

Do you have any info on the Fabia 1.9SDI?

I'm looking to buy a cheap used Skoda Fabia which I intend to run for around one year. I recently found a 2001 Fabia Comfort Estate with the 1.9SDi engine which I nearly bought, but hesitation cost me...

Renault Scenic injector problems

When I try to start my 2005 Renault Scenic I hear some strange clicks and then nothing happens. The display says 'injector fail', any idea what the fault is?

Why is my Transit losing coolant?

I own a Ford Transit (2000 model). Recently, I've noticed white smoke and a loss of coolant. In fact, all of the coolant has gone, even though the van shows no signs of overheating. Any idea what the fault...

Ford Focus engine trouble

I went to start my 2011 Ford Focus 1.6 diesel today and it refused to go. The dash came up with 'engine malfunction - service due'. Any idea what's wrong?

Are diesel Fiestas any good?

Are the diesel Ford Fiestas after 2008 any good? I need a car for covering 9000 miles a year and like the bodykit on the upmarket Fiestas. However, it's not available on the 1.25 petrol and I dont want...

Best car for £2500 for towing?

I am looking at buying a car for around £2500 that is comfortable and practical. Ideally, I'd like a 2.0-litre diesel as I tow a trailer regularly. I've seen some Ford Mondeos, Volkswagen Passats and Mazda...

Citroen Xsara Picasso - 1.6HDi or 2.0HDi?

I am hoping someone can give me some advice; I am looking at buying a Citroen Xsara Picasso. Should I go for the 1.6HDi or the 2.0 HDi? Is one more reliable than the other?

Is it wise to buy a diesel with high mileage?

I am considering buying a 2011 Mitsubishi Outlander 2.3 diesel with 150,000 miles on the clock and full service history from a dealer for £8500. Is this good value, or am I buying into expensive bills?