Is there such a thing as a small MPV with four-wheel drive?

I am looking for a small MPV that provides a relatively high driving position. I have a C3 Picasso and like the driving position so am now looking for something similar for my wife, who has back issues....

I'd like a Mercedes-Benz A-Class but am concerned about reliability - what else would you recommend?

I'm driving my 5th Saab (currently an old 95 auto estate) and I drive up to 15,000 miles a year. I'm thinking about changing my car for a small diesel automatic and I like the Mercedes-Benz A-Class, but...

Can you recommend a car with 4-5 seats and plenty of space for use as a laundry delivery vehicle?

I'm setting up an ironing service and want a vehicle that is economical to run and reliable. I will be picking up baskets and delivering ironed laundry. Ideally the vehicle should have space to allow me...

Does the Volkswagen Caddy Maxi Life have an engine larger than 1.6-litre, and is it more expensive to tax?

I'm enquiring about the Volkswagen Caddy Maxi Life. My partner informs me that we would have to pay extra tax on a car which has an engine larger than 1.6 litres. Can you please tell me if the Caddy Maxi...

Tax friendly taxi

I am looking at upgrading my car to an MPV. I am happy to consider all options however my budget will only allow me to buy a used car. I need to buy a 7-seater automatic preferably with a not to juicy...

Home brood

I'm looking for a big people carrier to cope with our big family – we have a 4th child on the way. Most of the 7-seater cars on the market seem to be fine if you only need the 3rd row of seats occasionally...

Ramp charger

We are confounded. We need an estate or similar to take two large dogs and be able fit a wheelchair hoist. Budget is around £15,000. we have at present a Mazda 5 which is rather expensive to run. We...

Espaced out

I have done nearly 90,000 miles in my W reg Renault Grand Espace. It’s been a great workhorse. Yes, there have been a few expensive glitches, like a new gear box, but the benefit of being able to carry...

Threedom’s just another word

Friends have finally decided to buy a car. They are prosperous and looking to buy new, no P/X, good for the economy. I recommended him a Honda FR-V when he asked for advice 18 months ago but now see that...

Automatic rejection

We are considering buying a Ford C-Max and have two in our sights. 1. 54 Reg 1.6 TDCi Ghia CVT 2. 56 Reg 2.0 Ghia Petrol Both are priced at £7,500. Which, in your opinion, is best value? We do about...