Kia warranty invalid due to missing records

We purchased a used Kia Soul three months ago. The car is 3.5 year old and we specifically bought it because of Kia's long warranty. When we brought the car the car salesman said the car had 3.5 years...

Need a family hatchback for £7000 - any recommendations?

Due to becoming a father, I am looking to upgrade my partner's 2006 Vauxhall Corsa to a family hatchback/SUV. Main points are: bootspace, economy (min 40mpg mix then petrol, if not diesel), reliability,...

Buying a new SUV - petrol or hybrid?

I am looking for a new car. I do 4000 miles a year and want an SUV that's comfortable with an automatic gearbox. So far I have narrowed my choices to the petrol Suzuki Vitara, Kia Niro hybrid and Toyota...

Should I buy a Kia Niro hybrid?

Have you had any feedback on peoples' experience with the Kia Niro hybrid? I am replacing our diesel Venga as I require more refinement. I have had diesels for the past 30 years and like the torque and...

Need an economical 4x4 to tow a horse box - what do you suggest?

I am looking to buy an economical 4x4 that needs to be able to tow 2000kg, but also double up as my commuting vehicle - I do around 50 miles a day for work. I have around £10,000-£12,000 to spend. What...

Need a cheap, used family car with low running costs

Can you recommend a used family car that's reliable, safe, economical and low in maintenance? I have £3500 to spend.

Buying a Kia Niro - what paint protection, tyres and petrol would you recommend?

I've recently placed an order for a Kia Niro and am hoping it will be an economical, safe and reliable car for my family that won't be entirely lacking in driver satisfaction. I wanted to ask your advice...

Best used 4x4 for towing?

We are looking for a used car to tow a horse box long distances. The vehicle must be capable of pulling 2000kg plus. We have a budget of around £5000 and have been looking at the Kia Sorento 2.5 diesel...

What's the best diesel for low mileage?

Having retired, I no longer do the miles I used to to justify a diesel. I'm probably down to 10,000, with a 70 mile round trip on motorways twice a month. Technically, I'm into petrol territory now,...

When should we replace the timing belt on our Kia Picanto?

My wife owns a 2010 Kia Picanto. The car has done 40,000 miles, but her local dealer in insisting that it needs a new timing belt. They claim this must be done after 72 months (or 60,000 miles) to validate...