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Most recently answered automatics questions
Is there a city car with a decent auto box left?
Although I love my Nissan Qashqai my wife would prefer a slightly smaller SUV. The car must be an automatic and as comfortable as the Qashqai with similar performance. What do you recommend please?
What medium-sized automatic would you recommend for motorway driving, up to 20k miles per year. I had a Mazda 3 1.5 petrol but it was thirsty. I'm looking for something less with a budget of £8k-£10k.
What would be the best automatic second-hand small car to buy? I am looking to spend about £5000.
I commute at least 80 miles a day but only drive an automatic. My budget is £6500. What is the most economical car in my budget?
What small/medium used car would you recommend? I need an automatic a very maximum budget of £10,000.
Can you recommend a five-door, five-seat automatic that gives 45mpg + and is quite cheap to tax? Small to medium size car. Budget is £7000
I am thinking of buying a 2016/17 Ford Fiesta automatic but am worried about the Powershift gearbox. Did Ford sort out the problems in later models?
I am looking at a low mileage 2017 Ford Focus 2.0 TDCi Powershift. Does it have a torque converter or wet clutch gearbox and how reliable is the gearbox?
I read the motoring press and see mention of differing types of automatic transmission. But what are the different types and which is best?