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Does my 2017 Kia Ceed diesel have a timing chain? Does it use additives to keep the soot particulates down? Does it need regular longer runs to keep any soot catalyst from blocking up?

What is the real mpg for a Kia Rio?

What should my mpg be on a Kia Rio 1.1 CRD1 EcoDynamics 2 14 plate

Should I buy a Suzuki S-Cross?

I have an old Ford Focus and I'm looking for new/used car. I am considering a newer Focus or Suzuki S-Cross, could you advise me if the S-Cross is a good buy compared to the Focus? It has to be automatic...

Can you recommend a replacement for a Kia Ceed?

Our Kia Ceed has died after 13 years. We need a second hand replacement. We camp, roof box, bikes on back so need a bigger car. We cannot afford a lot.

Can you recommend a small automatic for motorway driving?

I want to buy a five-door small automatic car to commute to work and should last for another 10 years or so with an average miles of around 12,000 miles a year. Most of the driving is on motorway.

What is the Kia Xceed DCT gearbox like?

I’m thinking of buying a 2022 Kia Xceed 1.5 litre and would like the automatic. Unfortunately our family's experience with Skoda and Ford double clutch gearboxes wasn’t good. I’ve not seen any information...

Mid-size SUVs with a head-up display?

Which mid-size SUVs have a head-up display?

Should we buy a Kia Sportage or Dacia Duster?

We are looking to change our current vehicle early next year. We like the new Kia Sportage but not the price. Considering a Dacia Duster or the Bigster. Your comments on all three would be welcome.

Downsizing to one car, what should we choose?

My wife and I have a Mazda CX5 petrol automatic and a Kia Stinger GTS. It might make sense to opt for a single car. We like the performance and front-seat comfort of the Kia but have occasional use for...

Insurance is too high on my Kia Sportage, should I replace it?

I am 80 years of age. I own a Kia Sportage CRDi 1 67 reg. It's done 30,000 miles and I am the second owner . I find insurance expensive and I want to know, if trading down to a lower insurance group from...