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What is your opinion on the reliability and effectiveness of Honda automatics? I'm thinking of buying a Civic Tourer or CR-V.
I have £8000 to spend on a new car. Which hatchback would you recommend. I only have a small family including me my wife and eight year old daughter. The car needs to be reliable, economical and fun to...
I am very disappointed with my Fiat Panda 4x4. Although it is a comfortable and attractive car, it is extremely expensive to run (poor MPG) and in the first 16 months of ownership it required two new sets...
We are looking to buy a 2.0-litre hatchback/coupe. It must be petrol and non-turbocharged. Do these cars exist anymore?
I currently have a Fiat Panda 1.2 with 60PS and it's great, but I'm looking for a newer car. Having read all your reviews on small city cars, I've found the Panda to be the best choice. The 1.2 engine...
I am looking to buy a premium SUV. I've narrowed my search to the Audi Q5, Mercedes GLC or the Jaguar F Pace. Which is the best buy in your opinion?
I'm looking to buy a Citroen C4 Picasso E-hdi 1.6 115, would you recommend the new e-hdi, as I know little about them.
Which gearbox in the Honda Civic 1.8 petrol would you recommend for reliability and a good drive - regular automatic or i-shift ?
Just wondered if you knew when the current Kia Rio model will replaced and do you think the new model with have the 1.0-litre turbo engine? Have run a Picanto for over a year and 25,000 miles with no issues...
I am looking to replace our 2006 Saab 93 estate, your advice on an SUV style vehicle as a replacement would be appreciated? Our budget is up to £14,000 for a car of 3 years/ 30,000 miles (inc P/x if there...