Is the Toyota Yaris Cross a good buy?

I am currently considering buying a Toyota Yaris Cross Hybrid, new or near-new. Are you aware of any significant reliability issues that might influence my choice?

What cheap to run small automatic for under £3000 do you recommend?

We are looking at 2008 Toyota Aygo automatic as run about for my wife, attracted by £20 tax, fuel economy and reliability. But it seems expensive compared to others. Can you suggest better option where...

What's a good family friendly car on a budget?

My daughter has a 4 year old Suzuki Swift bought on finance but now needs a larger family friendly car with a bigger boot. She's looking for a second hand reliable economical to run car but is on a tight...

Is there anything interesting second hand to buy you'd recommend?

Showrooms and forecourts are dreary places these days - like looking for a washing machine. No SUV's or EV's or diesels please but is there anything used, reasonably aerodynamic but interesting/ less common...

Should I choose an automatic or manual MINI Cooper S?

I plan to buy a MINI Cooper S. The price is the same for a manual or double-clutch transmission. I prefer to use a manual box, which I assume is more reliable than a DCT. However, I would appreciate your...

What's the most economical small SUV?

What is the most economical small SUV? I've been looking at the Puma (say 1 year old) but after reading your review of the ST you don't get many miles to the gallon. My main journeys are mostly local....

What's the best estate car for a new driver?

My son is looking for his first car, preferably a tourer/estate for going camping with all his gear. He has a budget of up to £8000. Which cars might suit him best?

What pickup do you recommend for towing a horse box?

I live on a farm in a hilly location and currently have a Mitsubishi L200for towing. It has been a decent truck, but the engine isn't robust enough to tow big horses up and down hills. I'm looking at...

What's the best five door hybrid for up to £11,000?

My daughter has just passed her test and is looking for an automatic, petrol, possibly self-charging petrol car. Her budget is £11,000. Could you please recommend a few cars for mainly town driving please?...

What first car would you recommend for our teenage daughter?

Our daughter turns seventeen next month and driving lessons are booked. The family car is an automatic. With a budget of between £5000-£6000, what would you recommend we focus our attention on for her...