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We currently have 2 cars: 2008 Volvo XC90 D5 AWD and 2012 Audi A3 Sportback 1.4 TFSI. A change in job/location means two cars are no longer needed. So we need one car that combines both - something big...

Need a car that will fit a narrow parking space

I have a parking area measuring 2260mm wide. I want to buy a car that allows a minimum for exiting car and a small allowance on the other side, the car would have to be 1642 wide at most. Can you recommend...

Buying a Skoda Superb - Manual or DSG gearbox?

I am thinking of buying a new/nearly new Skoda Superb petrol estate due to imminent retirement and a drop in annual mileage to 6000 a year. The reviews seem very positive and I am looking for a car with...

Nissan Qashqai - 1.5 or 1.6 diesel?

Nissan Qashqai 1.5 or 1.6 diesel - which do you recommend.

Skoda Octavia Estate 1.0 TSI - Is it any good?

I want to buy a Skoda Octavia Estate 1.2 TSI. However, I have just discovered that the 1.2 TSI petrol engine has been replaced by a 1.0 TSI. Is this new engine any good?

Jaguar F-Pace - Do they sell a rear-wheel drive model?

I have ordered the basic version of the new F-Pace, but am stretching my finances to do it. However, I am a little concerned that the version I have ordered is rear-wheel drive and I have heard some negative...

Buying a new car - Can I demand a 66 plate registration?

I ordered a new Nissan X-trail on two weeks ago after being told there would be a 4 - 6 month waiting period (a 66 Reg was put into my head). Yesterday, I was told "good news" the delivery date has been...

Buying a new hatchback - A3 or Golf?

I am retiring soon and want to buy a new hatchback with five-doors, a petrol engine and manual gearbox. I quite like the Audi A3 and Volkswagen Golf. Is the Golf due a mild update in October 2016 and has...

Jaguar XE vs Mercedes C-Class - which is best?

My shortlist for my next car is between the Jaguar XE petrol and the MErcedes-Benz C-Class (also petrol. Which is best? Also is there a new Jaguar petrol engine on the way?

Need a economical SUV with a bit of poke

I am thinking of selling 2013 Nissan Qashqai (underpowered and thirsty). I want to replace it with a petrol/automatic/ SUV with a smaller footprint (London parking). However, it must have space for a set...